Public Health
How to Stay Cool and Safe in a Heat Wave
Extreme heat is becoming more common worldwide with longer and more frequent heat waves. Rising temperatures can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses like heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Experts offer guidance on staying cool
Ebola Case Confirmed in France Linked to Congo Outbreak
French health authorities have reported the first confirmed case of Ebola in the country. The patient is a doctor who had traveled recently to the Democratic Republic of Congo, where a new outbreak of the
Cancer Death Rates Drop in U.S. but Disparities Persist
Cancer death rates in the United States have significantly decreased over the past 35 years. The American Association for Cancer Research reports a 35% drop, which means nearly 5 million fewer cancer deaths since 1991.
Study on COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness Published After Initial Delay
A recent study examining the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines has been released after facing challenges in publication. The study, published by JAMA Network Open, reveals that the vaccine is about 55% effective in preventing COVID-19-related
New Screwworm Case in Texas Sparks Concerns
U.S. agriculture officials have reported a new confirmed case of New World screwworm in Texas, raising concerns about efforts to control the flesh-eating parasite. The larvae of this organism feed on the living tissue of
Medicare Initiative Makes Weight-Loss Drugs More Accessible
Millions of Medicare recipients could soon benefit from reduced costs for popular weight-loss drugs. Under a new federal initiative, some may pay as little as $50 a month. The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program is launching
Medicare GLP-1 Bridge: A New Access Program
Starting in July, some Medicare beneficiaries will gain access to GLP-1 medications through a monthly flat fee. This temporary initiative will last one and a half years, concluding at the end of 2027. With less
Preventing Morning Aches: Insights from Sleep Experts
Experiencing aches and pains upon waking is often linked to sleeping in awkward positions. Medical experts emphasize improving your sleep posture to avoid this discomfort. Waking with a sore back or stiff neck can hamper
What Sleep Experts Say About Kids and Melatonin
Researchers indicate that children, similar to adults, are experiencing a lack of adequate sleep. Consequently, an increasing number of parents are opting to use melatonin to help their children achieve better sleep. Yanguolin/Getty Images displays
Lawmakers Challenge Changes to NIH Grant Process
House Democrats are urging the Trump administration to withdraw a proposal to revamp the federal grantmaking process at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). They argue it could introduce political bias into scientific research. “The