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EMTs transfer a patient in the busy ambulance bay at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, Md., on Dec. 12. The hospital is operating at above its normal capacity because of a surge in a variety of illnesses like RSV, flu, and COVID.
Health
Forget the ‘tripledemic.’ The U.S. is headed for a ‘syndemic’ this winter—and experts warn we’re not prepared
By Erin PraterDecember 1, 2023
Exercise may help treat and even prevent postpartum depression. Researchers recommend this weekly routine
Health
Exercise may help treat and even prevent postpartum depression. Researchers recommend this weekly routine
By Erin PraterNovember 29, 2023
Pigs in a rural area of China last year, where the H9N2 bird flu was reportedly infecting pigs and combining with swine flu. The A(H1N2)v swine flu has been detected in an individual in the UK for the first time, the region's Health Security Agency said Monday.
Health
The U.K. has detected its first human case of a new type of swine flu. What you need to know
By Erin PraterNovember 27, 2023
Older individuals who closely followed the Mediterranean diet—as evidenced by results of blood tests, not participant-completed food diaries or questionnaires—were less likely to experience cognitive decline as they aged, according to new research out of Spain.
Health
A new study on the Mediterranean diet offers the strongest proof yet that it’s associated with healthy brain aging
By Erin PraterNovember 24, 2023
A medical worker inoculates children with the BCG vaccine in Chongqing, China, in April 2023. While the WHO seeks additional information on clusters of respiratory illness and pneumonia among children in northern China, it recommends that Chinese citizens obtain recommended vaccinations, maintain distance from those who are ill, stay home when sick, wear masks “as appropriate,” ensure good ventilation, wash their hands, and obtain medical care as needed.
Health
The World Health Organization is investigating mysterious cases of pneumonia among Chinese children. Here’s what you need to know
By Erin PraterNovember 22, 2023
Sweet, salty, sour, bitter, umami, and ‘window cleaner’? Scientists say they’ve discovered a sixth taste—but they’re having a hard time describing it
Health
Sweet, salty, sour, bitter, umami, and ‘window cleaner’? Scientists say they’ve discovered a sixth taste—but they’re having a hard time describing it
By Erin PraterNovember 22, 2023
Employers may be able to improve employee productivity by focusing on stress reduction, rather than the elimination of lifestyle-related disease risk factors like smoking and a sedentary lifestyle, new research out of Japan suggests.
Health
These 9 health complaints could be hurting your career success—and one culprit is fueling most of them
By Erin PraterNovember 21, 2023
Life expectancy in the U.S. for both genders is shortening—but more so for men than women, according to new research.
Health
U.S. women now live 6 years longer than men—and a lack of male-targeted mental health care might be to blame
By Erin PraterNovember 16, 2023
WHO launches ‘first global initiative to tackle the epidemic of loneliness,’ with U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy as co-chair and Google exec Karen DeSalvo among members
Health
WHO launches ‘first global initiative to tackle the epidemic of loneliness,’ with U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy as co-chair and Google exec Karen DeSalvo among members
By Erin PraterNovember 15, 2023
Regardless of which pathogen ends up fueling the next global health crisis—Ebola, Marburg, SARS, Nipah, Machupo, or something else—they’re all worthy of attention, authors of a new report maintain.
Health
These 4 lethal viruses could fuel the next pandemic, new research says. What they are—and how the world can prepare
By Erin PraterNovember 10, 2023
Reversing your biological age could help you live longer—and reduce dementia and stroke risk. 8 habits to help flip the switch
Health
Reversing your biological age could help you live longer—and reduce dementia and stroke risk. 8 habits to help flip the switch
By Erin PraterNovember 6, 2023
For moms of kids with special needs, career survival may entail a radical pivot
Family
For moms of kids with special needs, career survival may entail a radical pivot
By Erin PraterNovember 4, 2023
Mark Zuckerberg undergoes surgery to replace ACL torn during MMA fight training: ‘Still looking forward to doing it after I recover’
Health
Mark Zuckerberg undergoes surgery to replace ACL torn during MMA fight training: ‘Still looking forward to doing it after I recover’
By Erin PraterNovember 3, 2023
Just 1 sleepless night could actually lead to a dopamine boost—and reverse depression for several days
Mind
Just 1 sleepless night could actually lead to a dopamine boost—and reverse depression for several days
By Erin PraterNovember 3, 2023
Brooke Shields suffered a seizure after drinking too much water. What you need to know about water toxicity, a potentially fatal condition
Health
Brooke Shields suffered a seizure after drinking too much water. What you need to know about water toxicity, a potentially fatal condition
By Erin PraterNovember 2, 2023
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