Comment this story Comment Hurry to the bus stop. Climb the stairs at full speed. Play tag with your children. Break up with the dog. Vacuum the living room with a little extra zing. Increasing the vigor and enthusiasm of our daily activities could have a substantial impact on our longevity, according to a fascinating …
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RSV cases and hospitalizations are increasing in the United States (Photo: Getty Images) RSV is on the rise across the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports an increase in RSV detections and RSV-associated emergency department visits and hospitalizations across the United States, stretching children’s hospitals. “There’s been such an incredible increase …
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SAN FRANCISCO– Doctors are seeing several different viruses circulating in the community at increased rates. The triple threat — or “tripledemic” — of influenza (flu), COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have many of the same symptoms in common, and it’s hard to tell which one you’ve caught. We spoke to Dr. David Hoffman, a …
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FOX Business’ Madison Alworth talks to Dr. Dyan Hes about shortages of common antibiotics like amoxicillin, Tamiflu and infant formula. There are growing concerns about a shortage of children’s Tylenol as America faces rising cases of a common respiratory virus and the flu. On top of that, COVID-19 is still circulating in communities. The combination …
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It’s time, Washingtonians: You should start wearing a mask indoors regularly, if you haven’t already. The new guidelines from 12 county health workers and 25 hospital leaders are fueled by the surge in viral respiratory illnesses in the region and the country – primarily influenza and RSV, although COVID-19 numbers are starting to rise. go …
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The form of the flu virus that cuts a sample through the feathered population is the H5N1 virus. Infected birds spread this flu in their saliva, by contact and in their droppings. When a person gets enough droplets of this flu, often by getting it on their hands and spreading it in their mouth or …
Sign up to our Evening Headlines email for your daily guide to the latest news Sign up for our free US Evening Headlines email OIt started as a common bacterial infection that ended with the deaths of fifteen children infected with Strep A in Britain. Health authorities have issued a warning to parents in the …
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Scientists think they have cracked the secret of aging. Major genetic analysis of people, rodents and fish has revealed that the length of their DNA is directly related to their biological age. Shorter genes were associated with shorter lifespans, while longer genes were linked to better health and longevity. Scientists believe that if they can …
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There are shortages of liquid medications for children, such as children’s Tylenol. Illnesses like RSV, influenza and COVID-19 prevent suppliers from meeting demand. Parents should never give aspirin to children under 18 to treat symptoms. Loading Something is loading. Thank you for your registration! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed on the go. …
For days, Madi Allen, then 12, had a fever and a cough that kept getting worse. Mum Shelle Allen thought Madi was exhausted from a busy winter and had a bad cold. Madi gradually became sicker and needed help showering and it was Allen who noticed Madi’s lips were blue as she struggled to breathe. …
