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Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Shots Approved For Children Under 5New

On: July 24, 2023

In: Infection, News, Flu, Posts, Coronavirus (COVID-19)

With the onslaught of the Flu, RSV, and Covid-19 viruses, termed by many as the “tridemic”, or the perfect storm of infections, good news couldn’t have come at a better time. The FDA has approved of the updated bivalent Moderna and Pfizer Covid-19 vaccines for children as young as 6 months of age. These boosters are important because it targets the Omicron or sub-variants of the Covid-19 viruses as well as the original form of the virus, so this vaccine is … ( READ MORE )

This Simple Habit Means You’re Consuming 90,000 More Microplastic Particles A YearNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 10, 2025

In: News

Here’s some bitter news to sip on. Microplastics are impossible to avoid, lurking in everything from the food you eat and the water you drink to the clothes you wear and the cosmetics you apply. Now, a new study suggests that one everyday habit could flood your body with tens of thousands more of these …CONTINUE

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 aCONTINUE

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.CONTINUE

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. “IntoxicatingCONTINUE

Major Study Of Diet Drinks Raises Questions About Their Health ImpactNew

By: Editorial Staff

On: October 9, 2025

In: News

Swapping your regular soda for a diet version may not be any healthier for the liver, new research suggests. A study of UK Biobank data found that both sugary drinks and artificially sweetened ones, even those labeled zero sugar, are linked to a higher risk of liver disease. Th findings were presented this week atCONTINUE

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 isCONTINUE

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). BPSSCONTINUE

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 …CONTINUE

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 …CONTINUE

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