Every year, winter brings a variety of viruses, and 2020 brought a new one that is concerning to most – COVID-19. While people tend to disregard allergy as a cause of winter illness because most outdoor allergens are minimal, there’s an exception in the south. It’s called Cedar Fever, and it can cause some pretty
Hello and happy December 32nd! Oh wait, we are being told it’s officially a new year/dawn/lease on life….to which we say, hooray, and let us hope for the best! There’s nothing we can say about 2020 that hasn’t already been memorialized in a witty meme, but here’s an attempt at some reflections on the year
Immunotherapy is increasingly being used to help fight cancers. It’s been found to be effective against B-cell leukemia or lymphoma. However, it’s been more difficult to use against solid tumors, like breast cancer. New research may be able to change that. A study published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine says that in mice, solid
As vaccinations remain to be slowly dispersed across the country, the level of new COVID-19 situations in the United States hit a plateau over the 2-week Christmas holiday break. However, specialists state the nation must expect one more surge in mid-January as a result of vacation celebrations in addition to the number of people who
Update on COVID-19 numbers Around the world, there have actually been more than 86 million verified cases and greater than 1.86 million associated fatalities, according to Johns Hopkins College. The United States has reported 20.9 million verified situations. Nevertheless, as a result of a lack of screening, the number of real instances might be far
Over half of individuals birthed with 1 of 4 genetic conditions experience signs of autism, in spite of not getting approved for an official medical diagnosis, according to new study conducted at Cardiff University in the United Kingdom. ” Several hereditary conditions have been linked to autism, and these conditions are progressively being identified within
Five tips to help you manage feelings of guilt in the coronavirus pandemic When my best friend recently admitted to me that she feels terribly guilty for contracting COVID-19, I was truly surprised. She had in no way brought the virus on herself, so how could she feel guilty for being so poorly? So I
Suicide is the second highest cause of death in adolescents; almost 1 in 5 adolescents consider suicide, and more than 1 in 10 come up with a plan. For Black youth, those ideas are increasingly turning into action. In a study published in 2019 regarding trends in adolescent suicide, the data showed that between 2007
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Eliza Skoler and Albert Cai The Hello Dexcom 10-day sample kit includes a Dexcom G6 continuous glucose monitor, instructions for set up, and guidance for getting the most out of your glucose data. Ask your healthcare team to order the device for you in the
Editor’s note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety communication about the potential for false results from a rapid COVID-19 test from Curative Inc, which is being used in Los Angeles and other large metropolitan areas in the United
Stephen Manderson, also known as Professor Green, shares his thoughts on gut health, mental health, the passion behind his business Aguulp and his amazing plans for the future Reflecting on a year that was unexpected for all of us, Stephen Manderson joined Happiful’s podcast lineup in late 2020 to share his life-long journey with gut
Noam Gidron, Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Peter A. Hall, Harvard University American society is riven down the middle. In the 2020 presidential election, 81 million people turned out to vote for Joe Biden, while another 74 million voted for Donald Trump. Many people came to the polls to vote against the other candidate rather
COVID-19 vaccines have been at the forefront of the media, and clinicians administered the first vaccinations in December 2020. However, the vaccines produced by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna raised public concern following the reports of potential allergic reactions. As of the 4th January 2021, 4,563,260 Americans have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. According
[embedded content] [The stream is slated to start at 11:30 a.m. ET. Please refresh the page if you do not see a player above at that time.] New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is holding a press briefing on the coronavirus Tuesday following his announcement that the state has identified its first Covid-19 case caused by
Last spring, New Jersey emergency room nurse Maritza Beniquez saw “wave after wave” of sick patients, each wearing a look of fear that grew increasingly familiar as the weeks wore on. Soon, it was her colleagues at Newark’s University Hospital — the nurses, techs and doctors with whom she had been working side by side
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children with disabilities has not received much attention, perhaps because the disease disproportionately affects older individuals. In this special issue of the Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine experts assess the impact of the pandemic on pediatric patients with special needs, their caregivers, and healthcare providers. They also focus
In January, MedPage Today covered the FDA’s approval of an oral peanut allergy immunotherapy, which was seen as heralding a new era in food allergy treatment. In this follow-up feature, we review some of the developments occurring since. The timing probably couldn’t have been worse for the product’s developer, California-based Aimmune Therapeutics. The day its
WASHINGTON — If Democratic candidates Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff both win Senate seats in Tuesday’s runoff election, and give the Democrats majority power in that chamber, it will change not only what type of healthcare policies are passed by the Senate but which healthcare bills get brought up in the first place. “The big
(Reuters) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Monday that the idea of changing the authorized dosing or schedules of COVID-19 vaccines was premature and not supported by the available data. The FDA said it had been following discussions and news reports about reducing the number of doses, extending the length of time
By now, some of you may have received $600 stimulus payments as a result of the economic relief package recently passed by our government. Let’s take a closer look at the impact of this bill on individuals and families. Stimulus Payments If you have an adjusted gross income on your 2019 tax returns of less
Lorna Whiston was told her breast cancer had returned just five days after giving birth to her twins through emergency C-section. Now, she’s taking her life by storm and spreading awareness about breast cancer, ensuring young women continue to check their bodies regularly. Lorna was first diagnosed with breast cancer in February of 2019 when
Steph Dunleavy, co-founder of affirmation jewellery brand Soul Analyse, shares the experiences and inspiration that set her on a new path in life… Inspiration can come in many forms. It could be something we read, hear, see, or scroll past, but when a phrase or way of thinking really resonates with you, it can make
If you’re looking for a fun way to add physical activity into your new year, look no further than your Nintendo Switch. A small team of developers at Nintendo created Jump Rope Challenge as a pet project to add some fitness to their routines, and now it’s a free download on the Nintendo Switch eShop.
Does the presence of hospital clowns help or hinder the recovery rate of patients? A recent review published by BMJ aimed to determine what effect if any, they have on patients being treated for acute and chronic conditions. Since the early 1900’s, hospital clowns have been using stories, magic, juggling, and other amusing tactics to
Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape’s Coronavirus Resource Center. A proposal to delay administration of the second dose of COVID-19 vaccines — suggested as a strategy to boost the number of people who get some degree of protection from a single immunization with the Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna vaccines — is inciting a strong
Writer, creator of the Babes About Town blog, and mum of two football-loving boys, Uju Asika shares thoughts from her new book Bringing Up Race: How to raise a kind child in a prejudiced world, and why she believes kindness is key in every conversation As a woman who wears many hats – including author,
There is a large concern for the increasing popularity of vaping among young adults. Studies show that inhaling aerosolized e-liquids, which contain toxicants, can significantly affect respiratory health. Vitamin E acetate is used as an additive in vaping products and is by far one of the largest contributors to lung injuries in young adults. But
[embedded content] [The stream is slated to start at 11:30 a.m. ET. Please refresh the page if you do not see a player above at that time.] New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is holding a press briefing on the coronavirus Monday as Covid-19 hospitalizations and deaths in the state begin to rise. New York on