By mapping the genetic code of particularly virulent strains of Lyme disease bacteria, scientists may have gotten a step closer to figuring out why symptoms persist for months, or even years, in some people. As NBC News reports, samples from hundreds of patients revealed that certain strains of the Lyme bacteria, Borrelia burgdorferi, have a protective outer layer […]
Health authorities say they’re closely tracking the spread of three new COVID-19 variants now spreading around the country. Levels of COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths for now remain far below previous peaks seen during past summer and winter waves of the virus, but have been climbing steadily for several weeks. The appearance of a new “highly mutated” […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) fully approved the Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, amid some concerns about its safety, cost and accessibility. The move marks the first time that a drug meant to slow the progression of the disease has been granted full regulatory approval. Other approved drugs only target its symptoms. About 6.7 million adults ages […]
Reddit will soon exclusively be a hub for pictures of comedian and Emmy-winning host John Oliver, if protesters get their way. Some of the biggest Reddit communities are now only allowing photos and videos of the comedian, following votes from users. As BBC News reports, a multitude of Reddit communities – known as subreddits – […]
On April 17, the 127th Boston Marathon went off without a hitch, but this year, the finish line had something extra special. Roughly 200 dogs and their owners arrived to pay tribute to Spencer, the official Boston Marathon dog, who died in February from cancer. According to NBC News, the event was dubbed the “Boston Marathon Golden […]
If you’re looking for ways to bond with your cat, the way to their heart is often through their stomach. “Giving treats to your cat can help strengthen the bond between you and your pet,” said Dr. Nicole Savageau, VMD, veterinarian at The Vets, a mobile veterinary service. Cat treats can also be used to train your […]
New research shows that our beloved pets may be hurting our sleep. Though pets can have many positive effects on health, pet ownership was linked with poorer sleep, according to a recent study published in the journal Human-Animal Interactions. As NBC News reports, the researchers looked at data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, which asks questions on […]