Younger Kids ‘Should’ Get COVID Booster, Says CDC Panel
Similar to their older peers, children ages 5 to 11 should get a third dose of Pfizer/BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine (Comirnaty), the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) said on Thursday. In an 11-1 vote, with one abstention, the committee agreed that children ages 5 to 11 should receive an additional dose of the mRNA […]
Timing of heart surgery crucial, research shows
Valve replacement heart surgery should be performed earlier than conventionally thought for people with aortic stenosis — according to new research from the University of East Anglia. The condition is one of the most common and serious valve disease problems, caused by a narrowing of the aortic valve opening. Once patients develop symptoms such as […]
New research pinpoints ‘blue corridors’ for highly migratory fish
New research has pinpointed four high-traffic areas in the Pacific Ocean that should be considered of high priority if conservation efforts focused on large pelagic fishes such as tuna, blue marlin and swordfish are to be successful. By studying the tendency of fish to return to their place of birth to reproduce — a concept […]
Mental illness plays havoc with the mind as well as the heart
University of South Australia scientists have uncovered another reason why society should be paying more attention to mental health: it is closely aligned to blood pressure and heart rate variations. A new study published in BioMedical Engineering draws a link between mental illness and widely fluctuating blood pressure, which can lead to cardiovascular disease and […]
How Do I Talk to Someone With Schizoaffective Disorder?
What should you know about this condition? Schizoaffective disorder causes detachment from reality and severely affects mood. Besides delusions and hallucinations, people with schizoaffective disorder also have disorganized speech, thinking difficulties, and trouble relaying their thoughts, making it difficult to communicate. About 0.3% of the population is affected by schizoaffective disorder. The schizoaffective disorder begins […]
Bird Flu: Outbreak, Symptoms, Treatment, Types, Spread & Risks
Bird Flu Symptoms What Is Bird Flu? Should We Be Concerned? Bird flu symptoms in humans can vary and range from “typical” flu symptoms (fever, sore throat, muscle pain) to eye infections and pneumonia. The disease caused by the H5N1 virus is a particularly severe form of pneumonia that leads to viral pneumonia and multiorgan […]
Infectious Mononucleosis (Mono) Symptoms, Treatment, Causes, Diagnosis, Definition
Facts you should know about mononucleosis (mono) An Epstein-Barr virus is the most common cause of infectious mono although there are other illnesses that produce similar symptoms. This infectious disease can be spread by saliva, and the incubation period for mono is 4-8 weeks. Infectious mononucleosis (mono) is a contagious illness typically caused by the Epstein-Barr […]
Physical activity may protect your brain as you age: Even just a few more steps a day benefits cognitive function
We all know we should exercise and eat healthy. But doing that isn’t just good for maintaining your figure as you age. New research from the University of Georgia shows that physical activity could help protect your cognitive abilities as you age. And it doesn’t have to be intense exercise to make an impact. “This […]
Food for thought: A high-fiber diet may reduce risk of dementia
We’re always hearing that we should eat more fiber. It’s known to be vitally important for a healthy digestive system and also has cardiovascular benefits like reduced cholesterol. Now, evidence is emerging that fiber is also important for a healthy brain. In a new study published this month in the journal Nutritional Neuroscience, researchers in […]
What Are the Symptoms of Cholera? History, Causes, Treatment & Vaccine
Facts you should know about cholera Cholera is a disease that causes foul-smelling diarrhea that looks like rice water. Cholera is a disease caused by bacteria that produce a watery diarrhea that can rapidly lead to dehydration. Cholera symptoms and signs include a rapid onset of copious, smelly diarrhea that resembles rice water and may […]