Last week, the US Food and Drug Administration approved the first treatment for severe frostbite to reduce the risk of finger or toe amputation in adults. Iloprost injection, marketed under the brand name Aurlumyn, is a vasodilator, a drug that opens blood vessels and prevents blood clotting. “Having this new option provides physicians with a […]
On February 7, Rizo-López Foods issued a recall of 58 dairy products that may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause severe illness and even death in people who ingest it. As Fast Company reports, the products are believed to be linked to an outbreak of Listeria that has already killed two people and sickened more in […]
February 16th is National Almond Day, and if you ask any fan of this sweet little nut, almonds might just be the world’s most perfect snack. With their subtle, buttery flavor and versatility, they can easily be eaten by themselves or as part of a mix. For people with dairy or gluten allergies, almonds can […]
The number of syphilis cases in the U.S. are on the rise. According to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cases increased by nearly 80% to more than 207,000 between 2018 and 2022. As NPR reports, rates increased among all age groups, including newborns, and in all regions of the country. In […]
Getting out of bed in the mornings can be tough, and more often than not, you may be tempted to hit the snooze button to sneak in a few extra minutes of sleep. But experts say the habit may not necessarily be the healthiest one. As Health magazine reports, hitting snooze can disrupt a person’s sleep […]
Many people believe blood sugar spikes are bad. This is not true because it’s normal for your blood sugar to fluctuate when you eat. Established research indicates that short-term glucose spikes do not cause hormonal issues, chronic inflammation, aging, or disease, however, problems do start if your blood sugar stays elevated. If you want to prevent health issues, new research […]
Several conditions impact Black communities more strongly than other racial groups. As Healthline reports, some of these conditions are more common among Black people. In others, Black people may have worse outcomes or develop conditions earlier. Causes of racial disparities in health Before we delve into the conditions, it’s important to understand why some of […]
Adele Adele has a huge fan base, has sold more than 170 million records, recently finished a massively successful residency in Las Vegas, received numerous accolades including 16 Grammy Awards, 12 Brit Awards (including three for British Album of the Year), an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. But in May […]
February is National Grapefruit month! Let’s dive into all the reasons why you should give this fruit a try. Grapefruit is part of the citrus family, but it also grows in clusters on trees, like grapes, which is said to be where the name originates. Grapefruits come in a variety of colors including yellow, pink and […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says 561 deaths have been reported in connection to recalled Philips devices to treat obstructive sleep apnea and other breathing disorders. The FDA said that since April 2021 it has received more than 116,000 medical device reports of foam breaking down in Philips CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines […]