Some Diabetes Meds Might Also Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
Latest Alzheimer’s News By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 12, 2021 (HealthDay News) Older adults who take certain diabetes drugs may see a slower decline in their memory and thinking skills, a new study suggests. Researchers in South Korea found that among older people who’d been having memory issues, those using diabetes […]
All HHS Health Care Workers Must Now Get COVID Vaccines
Latest Coronavirus News THURSDAY, Aug. 12, 2021 (HealthDay News) COVID-19 vaccination will be required for all U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) employees who deal with patients, HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra announced Thursday. The order will affect more than 25,000 clinicians, researchers, contractors, trainees and volunteers within the U.S. National Institutes of Health, […]
Delta Breakthrough Infections: Should You Worry? – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Coronavirus News By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Aug. 13, 2021 Masks are making an unwanted comeback in many parts of the United States, after new data showing that fully vaccinated people with “breakthrough” coronavirus infections carry enough virus in their bodies to pose a potential risk to the unvaccinated. But these […]
Pfizer Shot May Help Fight COVID Variants in People Previously Infected
Latest Coronavirus News By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Aug. 11, 2021 (HealthDay News) A small, early study suggests that people who’ve already encountered SARS-CoV-2 may gain a big boost against COVID-19 if they get just one dose of the Pfizer vaccine — and that protection may extend to new viral variants. The […]
COVID Vaccine Safe, Recommended for Pregnant Women, CDC Says
Latest Pregnancy News WEDNESDAY, Aug. 11, 2021 (HealthDay News) Pregnant women should not hesitate to get coronavirus vaccines, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in updated guidance issued Wednesday. The latest recommendation comes after new data collected by the agency showed no raised risk for miscarriage in mothers-to-be who get […]
U.S. Kids Are Eating More ‘Ultraprocessed’ Foods
Latest Nutrition, Food & Recipes News TUESDAY, Aug. 10, 2021 (HealthDay News) Frozen burgers, pizza pockets and toaster strudel. Energy drinks and sugary sodas. Fruit leather and potato chips. Cookies and cereal bars. Fish sticks and chicken strips. These sorts of quick-pick manufactured foods are considered “ultraprocessed,” and dietitians believe they could be […]
Pandemic Has Depression, Anxiety Rates Among Youth Climbing Worldwide
Latest Depression News By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Aug. 9, 2021 (HealthDay News) If you think the pandemic hasn’t taken a toll on the mental health of young people, ponder these two facts from a new review: one in four are suffering from depression, while one in five are struggling with anxiety. […]
New Orleans Jazz Fest Cancelled Over COVID Surge
Latest Coronavirus News TUESDAY, Aug. 10, 2021 (HealthDay News) Skyrocketing numbers of COVID-19 cases in Louisiana have forced the cancellation of this year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The annual event was to take place in October and is one of the city’s largest attractions next to Mardi Gras, CBS News reported. […]
The Key to Better Health With Diabetes – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Diabetes News By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Aug. 10, 2021 A diet rich in fresh veggies, fruit and fiber has meaningful benefits for people with diabetes, a new research review confirms. Doctors have long recommended this kind of “low-glycemic” eating regimen to help patients manage their diabetes and keep blood sugar […]
At-Home Saliva Test Can Spot COVID Variants
Latest Coronavirus News FRIDAY, Aug. 6, 2021 (HealthDay News) Spit and scan. That’s all you have to do, and in less than an hour, you can not only find out if you have COVID-19 but what variant you have, all without leaving your home. This is the hope and promise of a new […]