Eight children in the UK have died from a rare and invasive form of a common bacterial infection, according to health agencies, alarming doctors and parents. Bacteria, called group A streptococcusare best known for causing strep throat. These bacteria do not always cause infections. In fact, they can live in your throat and on your …
Many people are sick in the United States right now with fever, cough and sore throat. Flu and cold season came early — and it took people by surprise. If you have a fever, getting tested for flu and COVID can help you access antiviral treatments. Loading Something is loading. Thank you for your registration! …
Elon Musk’s recent Twitter buying and love of free speech has sparked a storm of conversations about mental health issues related to hate speech and bullying. Calls for cancellation, removal from the platform, content throttling and other stifling measures are often made in the name of “trust and safety”. But these conversations rarely consider the …
After an unusually early spike in respiratory viruses, RSV may have peaked or stabilized in parts of the United States, while cases of influenza and COVID-19 rise. (Getty Images) An unusually early respiratory virus season continues to hit the United States, with a trio of RSV, influenza and COVID-19 cases overwhelming hospitals. “This year’s flu …
Bumblebees and other pollinators face many threats, including exposure to pesticides, climate change, habitat loss from agriculture and development, and pathogens that plague multiple species. But a recent discovery may help lighten their load. Previous studies have shown that sunflower pollen may work as a medicine for bumblebees afflicted with a parasite called Crithidia bombi, …
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Being the most protected against serious consequences after a Covid-19 infection is largely attributed to vaccination. But, shooting efficiency can be improved by physical activity, according to a new study. High levels of physical activity appeared to be associated with greater efficacy of the primary series of the Covid-19 vaccination, according to new research published …
Starting next month, a $35 cap on insulin prices will go into effect for millions of Medicare beneficiaries. The price cut is one of the first of several policy moves Americans will see in the months and years to come under the Cut Inflation Act signed into law in August. The bill also requires drug …
Quality rest is vital to maintaining your mental and physical health, but the struggle to fall asleep is real. The CDC says 70 million Americans live with chronic sleep problems. Sleep supplements are a viable solution to help promote better rest, but some prescribed sleeping tablets can cause drowsiness the next morning and people are …
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Quality rest is vital to maintaining your mental and physical health, but the struggle to fall asleep is real. The CDC says 70 million Americans live with chronic sleep problems. Sleep supplements are a viable solution to help promote better rest, but some prescribed sleeping tablets can cause drowsiness the next morning and people are …
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A study has found that skipping meals may be linked to premature death. Researchers have found that skipping breakfast is linked to an “increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease”. A dietitian discusses the results and limitations of the study. We’ve heard for years that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But, …
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