Federal health advisers have expressed their support for a groundbreaking vaccine designed to protect newborns from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). RSV is known to cause respiratory distress in infants and has had a particularly severe impact in the United States in recent times. Pfizer, the pharmaceutical company behind the...
Loneliness has become an epidemic in America, according to U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. He compares its deadly toll to that of smoking. Murthy attributes the rise in loneliness to the erosion of institutions, decreased church engagement, and the weakening of extended family bonds. Recent stressors such as social...
President Joe Biden has officially nominated Dr. Monica Bertagnolli, a renowned cancer specialist and researcher, to assume the position of Director at the prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH). As the first female head of the NIH's National Cancer Institute (NCI) since last fall, Dr. Bertagnolli's confirmation by the...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various aspects of our lives, and now it's making its way into the realm of nutrition and diet planning. With the power of AI, individuals can receive personalized and effective guidance for developing a healthier and more balanced diet plan. Let's explore how AI...
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services has announced that a recall of salad greens from lēf Farms, initiated on May 5, has been canceled. The recall was prompted by concerns over a potential E. coli contamination. However, further analysis revealed that the initial lab results were...
In a groundbreaking development, the UK's fertility regulator has officially confirmed the birth of the nation's first babies created using an innovative technique that combines DNA from three individuals. This experimental approach aims to prevent the transmission of rare genetic diseases from parents to their children. The Human Fertilization...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that the global outbreak of mpox, also known as monkeypox, is no longer classified as an international emergency. The disease had spread to over 100 countries last year, causing concern among experts. However, a significant decline in cases in recent months has...
U.N. officials, health industry leaders, and activists are calling for increased investment in the development of new vaccines and the tackling of a surge in tuberculosis (TB) cases exacerbated by COVID-19 and conflicts in countries such as Ukraine and Sudan.
During a high-level meeting focused on TB, which included speeches...
According to a new report from UNICEF, nearly 13 million children in Africa missed one or more vaccinations between 2019 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving the continent vulnerable to further outbreaks of disease and a “child survival crisis.” The report stated that Africa has the highest...
Taking ballroom dance classes ideally balances physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. It has been documented to have many health benefits. Dancing is a low-impact activity that develops...