A to Z – Health Conditions – Page 2

Common Condition Could Be A Key Risk Factor For Parkinson’s Disease: StudyNew

On: October 10, 2025

In: Parkinson's Disease, Restless Legs Syndrome, News

Parkinson’s disease — which can cause tremors, slow movement and stiffness — is believed to affect 1 in every 336 Americans. The exact cause of the neurodegenerative disorder is not known, but it is believed to stem from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Now, three hospitals in Korea are reporting that patients with …Read More →

What Is ‘bluetoothing’ Or ‘hotspotting’ — And How The Dangerous Trend Is Fueling New HIV InfectionsNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 10, 2025

In: News, Addiction, Drug Overdose

Talk about bad blood. Health experts are sounding the alarm over a disturbing trend where drug users swap blood to score a secondhand high. Called “bluetoothing,” the gruesome movement is fueling a wave of new HIV infections in hotspots around the globe, including Fiji and South Africa. Health experts are sounding the alarm over aRead More →

Air Pollution May Play A Bigger Role In Cognitive Decline Than Anyone RealizedNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 9, 2025

In: Dementia, News, Alzheimer's Disease

Air pollution could worsen Alzheimer’s and dementia symptoms, according to a new study. Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have found that air pollution may accelerate the buildup of toxic proteins in the brain, which can speed up cognitive decline.Read More →

State Bans Products With Dangerous Substance Amid Growing Fears Of Overuse By KidsNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 9, 2025

In: News, Addiction

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Wednesday signed an executive order banning THC-containing beverages, gummies and other “intoxicating hemp.” Retailers in the Buckeye State will be required to remove all gummies, beverages, cookies and other products containing THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) — the main psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant — from shelves by Oct. 14. “IntoxicatingRead More →

5 Things You Need To Know Before Getting Your Flu Shot, According To DoctorsNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 9, 2025

In: News, Flu

Getting an annual flu shot is a simple procedure, but small choices before and after can make a big difference in how you feel afterward. Medical experts and nutrition specialists shared some recommendations to make your appointment as smooth and comfortable as possible. “Clothing that allows you to have easy access to this area isRead More →

Rare Neck Condition Could Turn Salon Hair-Washing Into Dangerous Stroke RiskNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 9, 2025

In: A to Z - Health Conditions, News, Autoimmune Disease

Most of us think of a salon shampoo as a moment of relaxation, when we get to lean back and let the stylist wash and rinse our hair. But for a very small number of people, that innocuous posture can set off a cascade of vascular injury known as beauty parlor stroke syndrome (BPSS). BPSSRead More →

Researchers Unveil Surprising Flu Test That Works Before Symptoms AppearNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 9, 2025

In: News, Flu

An experimental flu test could detect the virus right on the tip of your tongue. Researchers in Germany have potentially discovered a new way to spot influenza through an edible test, potentially like a piece of gum or a “thin film.” When someone pops the test in their mouth, chemical sensors will either produce a …Read More →

First Case Of Rare, Tick-Borne Virus Confirmed In IllinoisNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 9, 2025

In: Infection, News, Insect Bites

An Illinois resident became “seriously ill” after being infected with Powassan, a tick-borne illness that has never been detected in the state before, the state health department said. Health officials are investigating whether the person caught the virus in Illinois and are testing ticks for …Read More →

Man Hospitalized After Eating 6.6 Pounds of Gummies in Three DaysNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 7, 2025

In: News, Diverticular Disease and Diverticulitis

A 33-year-old UK truck driver needed emergency treatment after consuming a large quantity of gummies in a relatively short period of time. Nathan Rimington, a truck driver from Yorkshire, reportedly ordered a 3kg (6.6 pounds) container of Haribo Cola Jelly from Amazon after getting a craving for gummy candies. He proceeded to consume the 10,461kcal-worth of gummies in just three days, and started experiencing serious physical symptoms.Read More →

CDC Signs off on Fall Covid Shots. It May Not Be Easy to Get One, Depending on Where You Live.New

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 7, 2025

In: News, Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its Covid vaccine guidance Monday to recommend Covid shots for people 65 and older and only after they consult doctors or pharmacists. The CDC said in a news release that acting Director Jim O’Neill signed off on the recommendations of an agency advisory panel last week, cappingRead More →

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A to Z – Health Conditions (Page 2)

Common Condition Could Be A Key Risk Factor For Parkinson’s Disease: StudyNew

Air Pollution May Play A Bigger Role In Cognitive Decline Than Anyone RealizedNew

State Bans Products With Dangerous Substance Amid Growing Fears Of Overuse By KidsNew

5 Things You Need To Know Before Getting Your Flu Shot, According To DoctorsNew

Rare Neck Condition Could Turn Salon Hair-Washing Into Dangerous Stroke RiskNew

Researchers Unveil Surprising Flu Test That Works Before Symptoms AppearNew

First Case Of Rare, Tick-Borne Virus Confirmed In IllinoisNew

Man Hospitalized After Eating 6.6 Pounds of Gummies in Three DaysNew

CDC Signs off on Fall Covid Shots. It May Not Be Easy to Get One, Depending on Where You Live.New