Ebola, chemical factories and health, hantavirus, everyday colds, heat, and additional topics
Public Health Updates: What’s Happening This May Bugs may have ears, but this May has been full of loud warnings for public health. We’ve seen everything from explosions at chemical plants to outbreaks of Ebola and hantavirus, not to mention the normal challenges like colds, ticks, and heat stress. With the World Cup just about […]
Ebola Cases Exceed 1,000 Amid Ongoing Outbreak in Congo
Topline The director of the World Health Organization expressed serious concern on Wednesday, stating that the Democratic Republic of Congo faces a risk of “catastrophic collision” between disease and conflict. This is particularly urgent as Ebola outbreaks spread and violence escalates among militias associated with the Hema and Lendu ethnic groups. Timeline WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, […]
Cancer group includes blood test in colorectal cancer screening choices
New Blood Test Added for Colorectal Cancer Screening For the first time, a blood test has been included in the American Cancer Society’s recommended screenings for colorectal cancer. This addition is not intended to replace colonoscopies, but rather to reach individuals who may otherwise skip screening altogether. Dr. William Dahut, the chief scientific officer at […]
The facts about fish oil supplements
Fish Oil Supplements: Popular Yet Questionable Fish oil stands out as a widely consumed supplement in the United States. Many adults regularly take these capsules to gain some of the heart-healthy nutrients similar to those found in fish like salmon. A recent survey by Consumer Reports identified fish oil supplements among the top five supplements […]
Finland has invested many years constructing a tunnel 430 meters deep into ancient bedrock to hold nuclear waste for 100,000 years — and the current plan is to close it off, leave no trace, and wish that no future civilization discovers it.
Deep Geological Repository in Finland At Olkiluoto Island, located off the west coast of Finland, there exists a tunnel that dives 430 meters into bedrock that’s been largely untouched for about 1.9 billion years. This site, known as Onkalo, is intended to be sealed once full, with plans to replenish the surface and erase any […]
I Took Vitamin D Daily for a Week—Here’s How My Body Changed
5 min read As a dietitian, I really think about what I put into my body. People often ask about my supplement routine, expecting a long list of capsules and tinctures. The reality is much simpler. A key part of my daily regime is vitamin D. Commonly referred to as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D […]
An Essential Body Function May Connect Several Dementia Risk Factors
Keeping track of the health and lifestyle factors tied to dementia is proving to be increasingly challenging. Recent research has identified various elements of our lives that might contribute to the risk of developing dementia later on. Some of these factors are fairly easy to change, like brain exercises, diet, and physical activity. However, others […]
How NY and NJ are getting ready for the worst-case situations during the World Cup
Public Health Preparations for the World Cup in New York and New Jersey As soccer enthusiasts in New York and New Jersey anticipate a summer filled with World Cup watch parties and scramble for last-minute tickets for the matches at MetLife Stadium, NYC’s Health Commissioner Alister Martin is contemplating some possible “worst-case” situations: Arrival of […]
Individuals with eating disorders are using GLP-1s, and doctors are concerned
Stevee Williams, a restaurant manager in Houston, was full of nerves as she prepared for her sister’s wedding, particularly about her bridesmaid dress. Diagnosed with anorexia at 17, her battle with eating disorders has lingered over the years. Now, at 27, she turned to a GLP-1 drug—a new trend in weight loss. On a website […]
Updated Cholesterol Recommendations for Women and Tips for Lowering Your Levels
If your doctor has ever advised you to “monitor your numbers,” you’re in luck: the understanding of what constitutes high cholesterol has recently become clearer and a bit more personal. In March, the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association released updated cholesterol guidelines. These changes lower the age for screening, provide a […]