Tens Of Thousands Protest Belgium’s Tighter COVID-19 Rules Amid Spike
BRUSSELS (AP) — Ten of thousands of people demonstrated through central Brussels on Sunday to protest reinforced COVID-19 restrictions imposed by the Belgian government to counter the latest spike in coronavirus cases. Many among the police estimate of 35,000 at the rally had already left for home when the demonstration descended into violence as several […]
Do Your Kids Really Need Cough & Cold Meds?
Latest Cold and Flu News SUNDAY, Nov. 7, 2021 (HealthDay News) When children have colds, parents may want to hold off on using cough and cold medicines, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration suggests. Most children get better on their own, and cough or cold medicines won’t change the natural course of a […]
Could You Help Prevent a Suicide? Know the Warning Signs
Latest Mental Health News SUNDAY, Sept. 12, 2021 (HealthDay News) Knowing the warning signs of suicide can save a life, experts say. Suicide is the 10th leading overall cause of death in the United States, and number two among people between the ages of 10 and 34. Most suicides result from depression. It […]
Your Young Child Is Sick: Is it COVID or RSV?
Latest Healthy Kids News SUNDAY, Aug. 29, 2021 (HealthDay News) A common bug called respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) circulating among American kids during what’s normally its off-season may cause concern if parents don’t know how to tell it apart from COVID-19, experts say. Getting RSV during the summer is unusual, but the U.S. […]
Get Your Kids on a School-Ready Sleep Schedule
Latest Healthy Kids News SUNDAY, Aug. 15, 2021 (HealthDay News) After a year of learning online in their pajamas at home, many kids may struggle to wake up early for class as schools reopen this fall, an expert says. “I think the biggest concern is that the virtual environment of last year led […]
It’s Tick Season: Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease
Latest Infectious Disease News SUNDAY, July 25, 2021 (HealthDay News) When you’re heading outdoors this summer, keep an eye out for ticks during and after your outing, health experts say. These common parasites can transmit Lyme disease, a potentially serious illness. Lyme disease is transmitted to people through the bite of an infected […]
Make Summer Camp Safe for Your Child With Asthma, Allergies
Latest Asthma News SUNDAY, July 18, 2021 (HealthDay News) With many summer camps open again this year, parents of kids with asthma and allergies need to make sure the one they choose is safe for their youngsters. While federal health officials have issued guidelines to protect campers and staff from COVID-19, “camps still […]
Pope Francis Goes To Rome Hospital For Intestinal Surgery
Pope Francis went Sunday to a Rome hospital for scheduled surgery for a stenosis, or restriction, of the large intestine, the Vatican said. The brief announcement from the Holy See’s press office didn’t say exactly when the surgery would be performed but said there would be an announcement when the surgery is complete. Just three […]
John Oliver Exposes One Of America’s Worst Ideas By Creating A 100% Legal Scam
John Oliver on Sunday night took a deep dive into the world of health care sharing ministries (HCSM), the faith-based schemes that might resemble health insurance, but aren’t actually health insurance. And many participants find out only after it’s too late. The “Last Week Tonight” host told the story of one family whose child had […]