Category: Medicine
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Measles Cases Are Rising in the U.S. Do I Need a Vaccine Booster?
Measles cases are rising in the U.S., with vaccination rates for kindergarten children dropping and some adults needing revaccination.
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Flu Season in the U.S. Is the Most Intense in the Last 15 Years
The winter virus season in the United States is in full swing and is already considered the most intense in the last 15 years. An indicator of flu activity is the percentage of medical visits motivated by flu-like symptoms. Last week, this number was clearly higher than the peak of any winter flu season since…
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A Daily Dose of Omega-3 May Slow Aging, Says Study
A daily dose of omega-3 may slow the aging process, according to a large clinical trial aimed at extending human life expectancy. Healthy elderly individuals who took one gram of the essential fatty acid for three years aged three months less than others in the trial, as measured by biological markers. Vitamin D supplementation and…
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Here Are Trump’s First Executive Measures
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President Trump will begin issuing a flurry of executive orders including measures to crack down on immigration and dismantle diversity initiatives in the federal government, his team told reporters, starting his presidency with a vigorous use of power intended to signal a sharp reversal of existing policies. Trump will also act unilaterally to end regulations…
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New Definition of Obesity Proposed
A study by an international commission of scientists, published on Tuesday (14) in the journal The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, suggests redefining what obesity is, advocating for a focus on the amount of body fat and what medical complications a person has, not just their weight. If the guidelines are widely adopted, they could change…
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Is One Glass of Alcoholic Drink a Day Okay?
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The U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, is urging Congress to require warning labels informing consumers about the link between alcohol consumption and cancer risk. Murthy released a new advisory detailing how drinking alcohol increases the risk of developing certain types of cancer. “Alcohol is the third leading preventable cause of cancer, behind tobacco and obesity,”…
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Community Tourism: A Watershed Moment for Indigenous Communities
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In light of the climate emergency, the debate on ways to promote sustainable development in the Amazon is gaining traction across various economic sectors — including tourism. In indigenous territories, a management model has emerged as an alternative for communities willing to welcome visitors while striving to keep the forest alive — community tourism. In…
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Why It’s Harder Than Ever to Schedule an Appointment with Your Doctor
Americans are facing unprecedented wait times to see their doctors. This pressure is particularly acute in primary care, but it is also felt in specialties such as neurology, psychiatry, and obstetrics/gynecology. According to the American Medical Association (AMA), here are the main reasons why it is harder than ever to be seen by a healthcare…
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Measles Cases Surge Worldwide, Infecting 10.3 Million People in 2023
Worldwide, an estimated 10.3 million cases of measles were reported in 2023, a 20% increase compared to 2022, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Inadequate global vaccination coverage is driving the rise in cases. Measles is preventable with two doses of the…
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Health Recommendations for the New Year
Looking to improve your health in 2025 and beyond? Check out these recommendations from the American Medical Association: • Make nutritional adjustments: Reduce your intake of sugar-sweetened beverages and processed foods, especially those with added sodium and sugar. Drinking sugary beverages, even 100% fruit juices, is associated with a higher risk of mortality, according to…