A new COVID vaccine is due out in September, but health experts and analysts say it is likely to be coolly received due to COVID “fatigue,” even as hospitalizations from “Eris”, a variant of the Omicron form of the coronavirus, rise around the country. Some public health experts hope that Americans will welcome the new […]
You might have recently heard that Bella Hadid is spreading awareness about Lyme disease. The supermodel told her nearly 60 million Instagram followers that she’s completed 100 days of treatment after suffering for nearly 15 years with the condition, posting photos of herself having a variety of tests and procedures, and even sharing some of […]
You might think bread and pasta are off-limits when trying to eat healthier, but a small detail on the ingredient list can make those foods a big part of your life. If you’re looking for a “superfood” that doesn’t cost much, is available almost everywhere, and has more benefits than we can count, it’s time […]
At least twice a month, Dr. Kelly Johnson-Arbor finds herself debunking a viral social media trend that could jeopardize people’s health. Right now it’s borax. The powdery substance is found in laundry detergent and sold on its own as a cleaning product. Boric acid, a different formulation of the same compound — boron — is […]
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the medication zuranolone for the treatment of postpartum depression – making it the first FDA-approved oral pill in the United States specifically for postpartum depression, a serious mental illness that can develop in about 1 in 7 new mothers after childbirth. On Friday, the FDA announced that the treatment, to […]
A personal injury law firm has filed a lawsuit against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co., the manufacturers of Ozempic and Mounjaro, over claims that the diabetes drugs, which are popular for aiding weight loss, can cause gastroparesis, a paralysis of the stomach. As CBS News reports, Paul Pennock and Jonathan Sedgh, the attorneys heading up the lawsuit […]
Cardiac arrest is often sudden and shocking. It can happen without warning, even in young, healthy individuals. LeBron James’ 18-year-old son, Bronny, is recovering after he collapsed Monday during a workout in Los Angeles and was rushed to the hospital. “Yesterday while practicing Bronny James suffered a cardiac arrest. Medical staff was able to treat […]
World Hepatitis Day (WHD) is recognized annually on July 28th. This day is our opportunity to step up national and international efforts on hepatitis, encourage actions and engagement by individuals, partners and the public and highlight the need for a greater global response. July 28th was chosen because it’s the birthdate of Dr. Baruch Blumberg […]
July 29 is World Heart Day, so it’s a great time to talk about improving your heart health. For those who don’t have time to exercise during the week, there’s good news! New research has come to light showing that longer workouts over the weekend may be nearly as good for the heart as daily […]
International Self-Care Day is celebrated annually on July 24. It stresses the importance of self-care as the cornerstone of wellness. On this day, individuals throughout the world are encouraged to make self-care a part of their everyday routines and turn it into a priority. It is a milestone, and an opportunity to raise further awareness […]