March 21, 2019 by John Fernandez
Here’s Why Tuberculosis Can Still Be...
While tuberculosis (TB) has not been a widespread health issue for Americans...
Roundup: Cleansing the Brain of Toxins; MMR...
‘Deep Sleep’ Stage Helps Brain Flush Out Toxins, Researchers Find New research indicates that deep sleep can have a positive effect on the brain’s ability...
March 8, 2019 / 4 min read
Roundup: Stronger Flu Strain; Colorectal Cancer Screening;...
Stronger Flu Strain Accounts for Nearly Half of New Cases, CDC States This year’s flu season has not been as severe as last year’s, but...
March 1, 2019 / 4 min read
The Measles Threat: Here’s Why Getting Kids...
Here's what pediatricians, emergency physicians and public health officials want parents to know about measles. It is one of the most contagious viruses on Earth....
February 21, 2019 / 4 min read
Vaping’s Impact on Young Brains; Flu Uptick;...
Vaping by children and teens surged 75 percent in 2018, compared to 2017, according to a policy statement issued this week by the American Academy of...
February 1, 2019 / 4 min read
Top 4 Essential Food Safety Tips
One in six Americans are likely to get sick from food poisoning this year, according to FoodSafety.gov, the multi-agency government site. Food poisoning also sends...
January 22, 2019 / 2 min read
New, High-in-Demand Vaccine Goes on Offensive to...
It often begins with a rash on the torso or the hairline. The red dots spread into a distinct line and swell into little blisters,...
January 16, 2019 / 3 min read
Roundup: Strength-Building vs. Cardio; No Honey for...
Strength Building Exercises Could Benefit Heart Health More than Aerobics, Study Finds While both aerobic activity and strength-building exercises are very beneficial to overall health,...
November 23, 2018 / 4 min read
Mosquito-borne Dengue Case Reported in Miami-Dade —...
Florida health officials have confirmed a locally acquired case of mosquito-borne dengue fever in Miami-Dade County. It is the first case of dengue this year....
November 21, 2018 / 3 min read
Antibiotic Resistance on the Rise — Here’s...
Antibiotics used as frontline treatment to fight bacterial infections have saved millions of lives, but a new report is raising the red flag about how...
November 14, 2018 / 2 min read
