Introducing Allergenic Foods Early Tied to a Reduction in Later Allergies
Earlier introduction of common allergenic foods in the first year of life was linked to a lower risk of immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated food allergy from 1 to 5 years of age, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis of 23 randomized trials. Moderate-certainty evidence from four trials (n=3,295) showed that the introduction of multiple allergenic […]
Maternal Mortality Rose Significantly in 2021, CDC Says
Maternal mortality in the U.S. significantly increased in 2021 compared with the previous year, the CDC reported Thursday. A total of 1,205 women died of maternal causes in 2021, compared with 861 in 2020 and 754 in 2019, according to the report from Donna Hoyert, PhD, of the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics. The […]
Bruce Willis’ Frontotemporal Dementia
Last year, actor Bruce Willis retired from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia. A recent update from his family revealed that Willis’ condition has progressed and he’s now been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). “FTD is a cruel disease that many of us have never heard of and can strike anyone,” the statement noted. “For […]
Should You Still Get The Flu Shot Even If You’ve Already Had The Flu?
In the United States, an estimated 9 to 41 million people are infected each year with influenza, commonly known as the flu, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At the peak of the coronavirus pandemic, flu cases were low. Precautions like masking and social distancing were likely responsible for the decline in […]
Is Today Really The Saddest Day Of The Year? What To Know About ‘Blue Monday.’
The third Monday of January, which falls on Jan. 16 this year, is said to be the saddest day of the year as folks grapple with holiday debt, failed New Year’s resolutions and dreary days. It’s widely known as “Blue Monday,” and the term was created by the no-longer-in-existence UK company Sky Travel and Welsh […]
Depression Symptoms May Look Different For Black Women. Here’s How.
Depression is a disorder that affects millions of Americans each year, but diagnosing it isn’t the same for everyone. According to the Mayo Clinic, it is commonly diagnosed using a set of criteria laid out in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, often referred to as the DSM. Advertisement While […]
23 Tiny Ways To Improve Your Mental Health In 2023
With a new year often comes a renewed focus on health. For most people, that usually means diet and exercise. However, your mental health should be a big (if not the biggest) part of any wellness journey. If you’re looking to improve your well-being in 2023, make a resolution to prioritize your mind. We spoke […]
Crystal Ball Cloudy for PI3K Inhibitors’ Future in Hematology
Last year, MedPage Today reported on developments leading to PI3K inhibitors losing multiple indications over safety and efficacy concerns. In this report, we outline what to expect in the coming year. The PI3K inhibitor drug class had a rough go of it in the regulatory realm during 2022. In April, participants in an unprecedented FDA […]
11 New Year’s Resolutions That Can Actually Improve Your Health
The new year is approaching, which for many signifies a fresh start with a set of resolutions ― including ones that aim to improve well-being. But people often default to “losing weight,” believing that shedding pounds is the only way to achieve optimal health. Not only is this a vague goal; it frequently comes with […]
Autopsies Show COVID-19 in the Brain
Early this year, leading researchers discussed what we knew — and didn’t know — about COVID-19 and the brain. Since then, new findings have emerged about SARS-CoV-2 and the nervous system, including the results of an autopsy study that showed the presence of the virus throughout the body and brain. How can a respiratory pathogen […]