CDC Updates Vaccine Guidelines: Key Info for Older Adults
A persistent cough was the first sign. Karyne Jones was admitted to the hospital in January 2018 due to pneumonia before she realized it. It required her three months to get over the symptoms, even after the germs had left her body. She was 63 years old, making her ineligible to receive the immunization that…
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The new stroke prevention guidelines introduce Ozempic and other weight loss drugs
Despite being a major cause of disability and the fifth most common cause of death in the US, up to 80% of strokes are preventable. The American Stroke Association (ASA) stated this when it released its revised stroke prevention guidelines in the journal Stroke on Monday. Cheryl Bushnell, professor of neurology and head of the…
Investigation in Washington Examines Possible Human Infections from Avian Influenza
ScientificAsia: Employees who handled contaminated poultry experienced symptoms. At a commercial egg farm in Franklin County, four agricultural workers who had come into contact with sick birds were confirmed presumptively positive for avian influenza. The patients were treated with antiviral medicine and had moderate symptoms. More people on the farm are still awaiting testing, and…
Scientists Investigate Common Virus as Potential Cause of Alzheimer’s
Recent studies show that a virus affecting one million Americans each year may increase the risk of developing dementia. Researchers at Stanford University found that shingles, a virus that causes a painful rash, might raise the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. They discovered that people who received the shingles vaccine had a 20% lower chance of…
Tragic Death of Connecticut Dad from Mosquito Virus as Cases Rise
A Connecticut dad tragically died after a mosquito carrying a dangerous virus bit him five years ago. Richard Pawulski, 49, was bitten while working in his yard. He passed away on Monday due to a rare disease called Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), which can cause severe brain damage. Last month, New York saw its first…
Breakfast Foods Could Harbor H5N1: Former FDA Head Alerts
ScientificAsia: In light of an expanding avian flu outbreak on US dairy farms, a former FDA food safety specialist is advising Americans to alter their grocery and cooking styles. California has had its sixth instance of avian flu among dairy farmers in three weeks, and the virus has already infected 90 cattle farms. Although the…
Is Bone Broth a Superfood? Here’s the Truth!
ScientificAsia: You might have heard people on TikTok calling bone broth “liquid gold.” But is it that good for your health? Let’s take a closer look at what experts have to say. What Is Bone Broth? Bone broth is made by boiling animal bones, like chicken, beef, or pork, for a long time. Cooks use…
Whooping Cough Cases Rise Sharply in 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that cases of whooping cough have gone up a lot this year, but they are still similar to the levels before the COVID-19 pandemic. As of October 5, there have been 17,579 reported cases of whooping cough in the United States, which is more than five…
SpaceX Set to Try Groundbreaking Booster Catch in Upcoming Starship Mission
Elon Musk is optimistic that his latest rocket will revolutionize space travel. And the biggest and strongest spacecraft ever constructed is that rocket, Starship. The design also aims to be quickly and completely reusable. SpaceX’s firm designed the spaceship to operate more like a plane than a conventional rocket system. It will be able to…
New CDC Study Reveals Rising ADHD Rates Among Adults
Key Takeaways The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new data today, highlighting concerns about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults. The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) of October 10, 2024, offers critical information regarding the burden of adult ADHD, including prevalence, treatment barriers, and telehealth. Investigators discovered that 6% of US…