Health Care

Health Officials Say That It’s Essential To Get The Flu Vaccine

October 20, 2019

In California, flu usually begins to increase in late November or December. Influenza (the flu) is a respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that can easily spread to other people. I dug deeper and called around to 10 local Walgreens pharmacies and found that on Tuesday, 7 of the 10 did not have any flu shots available-that means there were only 3 stores that carried the regular quadrivalent vaccine! "Every year, unfortunately, there are still people that pass away because of ...

‘1 in 3 children under 5 undernourished or overweight’

October 19, 2019

Despite growing technological advances to address health and nutrition, the world has lost sight of "the most basic fact: If children eat poorly, they live poorly", the agency's Executive Director, Henrietta Fore said , explaining that millions of children are not living on healthy diets "because they simply do not have a better choice".

It's Medicare Open Enrollment Season, Are You Covered? Insurance Branch Can Help

October 18, 2019

With nearly 600 trained APPRISE counselors in the commonwealth, the APPRISE Program provides free, confidential, objective, and easy-to-understand information about Medicare Advantage Plans, prescription drug plans, and Medicare Supplement plans, and allows Medicare beneficiaries to compare plans and determine what best meets their needs.

Minnesota reports 2nd and 3rd deaths from vaping-related lung disease

October 18, 2019

According to the MDH, more than 1,300 lung injury cases associated with vaping in 49 states, Washington, D.C., and one territory have been reported to the U.S. The numbers that have risen rapidly since the first death was reported in August have helped fuel a crackdown on battery-powered devices that simulate smoking.

There is still time to get your flu shot

October 18, 2019

As flu season slowly gets into full swing, the Illinois Department of Public Health is looking to dispel myths about the flu vaccine . However, the 2018-2019 flu season lasted through May, catching many health experts off-guard, he adds.

Government Launches HPV Vaccine This Week in Mombasa

October 17, 2019

The HPV vaccine requires a series of shots, and Schroeder said it's very important to complete the entire series in order for the vaccine to do its job. It is, therefore, recommended that even those vaccinated continue to go for regular cervical cancer screening. The province says 200 women will get cervical cancer in B.C., and 50 of them will die of it.

Flu jabs: Flu season is approaching

October 17, 2019

Each year the vaccine changes to address the current strain of flu circulating. The flu shot offers protection from several common strains of the flu virus. Flu cases start to increase in October and typically peak in late December or early January before dropping off in the spring. The Center for Disease Control recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone six months of age and older.

Health departments offer flu season reminders

October 17, 2019

She says flu vaccine is free for children 18 and under but parents or guardian (s) must be present with their child at the time of vaccination. Our newsletter delivers the local news that you can trust. Cold symptoms can be similar to the flu but are typically milder. We had an easier year as far as the flu. Every year, the flu vaccine is created to best match the strain of the flu virus circulating.

‘Alarmingly high’ number of children malnourished worldwide: UNICEF report

October 17, 2019

The Unicef report laid bare the alarming rate at which poor diets and a "failing" food system are damaging children, saying that "millions are eating too little of what they need and millions are eating too much of what they don't need: poor diets are now the main risk factor for the global burden of disease".

Harry to mark World Mental Health Day with community visits

October 17, 2019

Prince Harry and Ed Sheeran have joined forces to show their support for World Mental Health Day in a video filmed inside Princess Eugenie's Ivy Cottage at Kensington Palace . Aleyna, who also gave Harry a toy dog for his baby son Archie , said afterwards: "Wow". " We're ginger, and we're going to fight ". "He said thank you and that he loved it", an ecstatic Genc told Press Association .

Buttigieg Blasts Warren: More Specific on Selfies Than Medicare for All

October 17, 2019

Buttigieg, who's criticized O'Rourke's proposal as a "shiny object" that distracts from implementing gun control steps that enjoy widespread support, argued that O'Rourke's answer showed a lack of clarity on whether a mandatory gun buyback program could work.

Lung injury associated with vaping

October 16, 2019

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources' Bureau for Public Health is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Although vaping products and electronic cigarettes are often advertised as less harmful than regular cigarettes, the debate over the health effects of e-cigarettes is ongoing.

Democratic Candidates Debate For 1st Time Since Impeachment Inquiry Launched

October 16, 2019

Warren insisted that she has "made clear what my principles are here", arguing that lower premiums would mean that overall costs would go down for most Americans. "But we have to do it the right way, the smart way", Warren said. "We have to impeach this President". The dozen challengers all support the four-week-old impeachment probe, although Trump's removal through impeachment remains unlikely.

How to treat the mysterious vaping-linked illness, according to CDC

October 16, 2019

So far, almost 1,300 cases of vaping-related lung illnesses have been reported in 49 states. Texas' Department of State Health Services did not release additional information about the victim in a news release, but the Associated Press reported that the death involved an older woman in north Texas.

Mental Health - Survivors Share Experiences to Tackle Stigmatisation

October 15, 2019

How do we justify the policies, the declarations signed and the intentions that do not move beyond the actual investment in mental health? Many employers are concerned about the rising cost of workplace mental illness. There is also NDIS funding for people who have a disability other than a psychological disability but still need mental health related services. It is estimated that 90% people who commit suicide suffer from a diagnosed or undiagnosed mental illness, she informed the ...

California becomes first USA state to ban animal fur products

October 15, 2019

The law goes into effect on January 1, 2023. "We are making a statement to the world that handsome wild animals like bears and tigers have no place on trapeze wires or jumping through flames", Newsom said. But, of course, you can't please everyone and those who work within the multi-billion-dollar fur industry have spoken out against the new rules. The law includes penalties of up to $25,000 per day for each violation.

Free Flu Shot Clinics Opening Soon

October 14, 2019

Morris said. Flu shots are available for $24 at both health division offices in Pontiac and Southfield. " This year , we have joined the Influenza College Challenge, put on by the Arizona Department of Health Services and the Arizona Partnership for Immunizations, to encourage college students throughout Arizona to get vaccinated".

No Bra Day: Interesting Facts To Keep You Abreast With The Trend

October 13, 2019

This ACS program matches trained volunteer breast cancer survivors to people living with breast cancer . Estrogen in dairy products from cows increase breast cancer mortality. A bright pink ribbon and the phrase "First Responders For a Cure" was wrapped onto one of the village's police vehicles for the month of October. AS the world marks No Bra Day, a nongovernmental organization, Voice For the Less Privilege Organisation, VOLPO, Sunday, urged women across the country to go for ...

Dog owners have reduced risk of dying from heart problems, says researcher

October 12, 2019

Martha Gulati, who is the editor-in-chief of CardioSmart.org, the American College of Cardiology's patient education platform. Stroke survivors living alone had a 27% reduced risk. Using data from the Swedish National Patient Register, the Swedish Kennel Club and the Swedish Board of Agriculture dog registers, researchers studied residents aged 40-85 who experienced a heart attack or stroke from 2001 to 2012.

CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to pet turtles

October 12, 2019

The ages of those infected range from less than one year to 80, with a median age of 24. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC ) says any turtle can carry Salmonella bacteria even if they look healthy and clean. People also shouldn't let turtles roam around areas where food is being prepared. Additionally, turtles should not be kissed or snuggled as this can spread germs to humans through the face and mouth.

Two probable cases of vaping-related lung illness reported in N.B

October 11, 2019

As the outbreak picks up pace, some states, including New York, Michigan and Rhode Island, have banned the sale of flavored e-cigarettes, while MA has gone a step further by imposing a four-month ban on all vaping products. Most who got sick said they vaped products containing THC , the marijuana ingredient that causes a high. The CDC says the latest findings suggest products with THC play a role in the outbreak.

STD Rates Keep Rising in Washington State

October 11, 2019

The state's case rates of primary and secondary syphilis, congenital syphilis and gonorrhea improved from 2017 to 2018, showing the Louisiana Department of Health's efforts towards STD prevention are making a positive impact. "We know that some of it could be attributed to more access to care and more testing", Hertin said. "Young people also may have concerns about confidentiality or may be embarrassed to seek STD services or provide specimens for testing".

Saddleridge Fire Burns in Hills Above North LA Neigborhood

October 11, 2019

Motorists are advised to avoid the area. The Los Angeles Fire Department web site has details about evacuations, however, at times the site has been non-responsive. The Sandalwood fire has burned over 800 acres and is 10% contained. The fire started when trash being hauled caught fire and the driver dumped the load beside a road, according to Riverside county officials.

State investigating 7 Legionnaire cases at suburban Detroit hospital

October 11, 2019

Preliminary findings suggest that exposure to the Legionella bacteria came in the Davis Event Center near the hot tubs during the final five days of the fair in Fletcher, North Carolina, on September 6-15. Legionnaires' disease can be treated with antibiotics, but about 1 in 10 people who get sick from the disease die, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention .

Singapore to ban sugary drink ads in fight against diabetes, reports media

October 11, 2019

They will also obtain industry feedback in the coming months on how to implement the measures and announce more details next year. How a drink is graded depends largely on its sugar content, but not exclusively. The health ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Certain high-sugar soft drinks and juices also will be required to bear "unhealthy" packaging labels under the measures rolled out over the next four years, Edwin Tong, senior minister of state for health, ...

Global donors pledge $14 bln to tackle AIDS - Macron

October 11, 2019

Gashumba wrote on her Twitter account. He called specifically on Japan, Norway, Australia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia to "make more of an effort" to increase their contributions towards the fight. This commitment is essential if these three pandemics are to be eliminated by 2030. The donations from governments, philanthropic donors and the private sector will be used to finance health programs in more than 100 countries.

Flu Shot Clinic Scheduled in Hamilton

October 11, 2019

Flu season is starting to ramp up in parts of Texoma. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the best way to prevent the flu is with a flu shot. "Most insurance plans will cover the shot, including Medicare". People with severe, life-threatening allergies to the flu vaccine or any ingredient in the vaccine can not get the flu shot.

Ban snacking on public transport, proposes leading medical officer

October 11, 2019

Professor Davies said, 'The unavoidable fact is that over time our environment has become very unhealthy without us realising. The federal government will fail to satisfy its goal of halving childhood weight problems until consuming on public transport is banned and the sugar tax is prolonged, a significant new report warns.

Global Fund seeks $14 billion to fight aids, TB, malaria

October 10, 2019

Established in 2002, the Global Fund raised 12.9 billion US dollars from worldwide donors during its previous conference held in Canada in 2016. Global donors pledged around $14 billion to fight AIDS on Thursday, French President Emmanuel Macron told a donors' conference in city of Lyon.

CDC: Most pregnant women not getting vaccinated

October 10, 2019

When you get the flu shot , the vaccine contains an inactivated virus that can not give you influenza . And, roughly half of all pregnant women are only getting one of the vaccines. However, if you do have an egg allergy, experts at the CDC recommend you get the vaccine in a medical setting, where a health care provider can monitor for any symptoms and severe allergic conditions.

Nyeri County to offer free breast cancer checks for 30 days

October 10, 2019

Mammograms begin at age of 40. "This can be life-changing for these women", DeAngelo told the outlet of his foundation's accomplishment. "The way we've designed it is, we allow it to be relocated throughout the city for the month of October".

Illinois Department of Public Health offers flu prevention tips

October 10, 2019

Emmaus Ave., Allentown, and 859 Nazareth Pike, Nazareth. Here's what pregnant women need to know. Dr. Anne Schuchat, principal deputy director of the C.D.C.in a briefing said, " Influenza and pertussis, or whooping cough, are serious infections that can be deadly for babies , especially for those who are too young to be vaccinated directly".

Mental-health stigma still entrenched in workplace

October 09, 2019

This was stated by Chairman, Department of Psychiatry, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Professor Dr Rizwan Taj here on Wednesday while talking to APP in an interview regarding World Mental Health Day , falling on October 10. Carol thinks the world of MVES and all that they have done for her. "But breaking down the stigma and encouraging people to talk, in a helpful, caring and supportive way, can make a difference".

Zantac recalled as a 'precaution' - Latest Pharmacy News

October 09, 2019

Britain's medicines watchdog said GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) was recalling four prescription-only Zantac medicines: a syrup, an injection and tablets of 150 and 300 milligram dosages. An MHRA investigation into other ranitidine medicines which may also be affected is continuing and further updates will be provided as this investigation progresses.

NYC Teen Becomes First New Yorker To Die From Vaping

October 09, 2019

He was re-admitted in late September and died on Friday, Oct. 4. Last month the state's Department of Health reported traces of vitamin E acetate, a thickening agent that is risky for consumption, in many THC cartridges from patients who have fallen ill in the state recently.

Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay man $8bn over breast growth

October 09, 2019

Professor Carl Tobias of the University of Richmond School of Law said he expects the punitive damages to be lowered on appeal, citing a U.S. Supreme Court decision which found that "few awards exceeding a single-digit ratio between punitive and compensatory damages, to a significant degree, will satisfy due process".

Alaska again at the top of sexually transmitted disease rates

October 09, 2019

Chlamydia had the most cases previous year with 232,181, up 56% over the past decade. In 2018, there were 25,344 cases of syphilis reported in the state, a 265% increase from 10 years ago. Gonorrhea cases totaled 501 and there were 95 cases of early syphilis. "We have an STD crisis in the U.S. because prevention programs were sold short for years", says David C.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases Hit New Highs Again in US

October 09, 2019

The increase was 153%. The rate of STD cases was higher in Santa Barbara County. Kansas had eight cases of newborns being born with syphilis in 2018. The infection may trigger a miscarriage or result in still birth. Altogether, 40 percent of babies delivered by women with untreated syphilis die before, during or shortly after delivery.

Owning a dog can help you live longer, study reveals

October 09, 2019

This gap was even more pronounced among dog owners who had survived a heart attack, whose risk of death was 65 per cent lower than non-owners. One study discovered that "the act of petting a dog reduces blood pressure as much as medication to treat hypertension ", Kramer said.

Bernie Sanders' daughter-in-law dies at 46 after cancer diagnosis

October 09, 2019

And yet I, in the last month or two, just was more worn out than I usually have been", he continued. Outside his home in Burlington, Vermont, where he was recovering on Tuesday, the candidate told reporters he was "feeling good, getting some work done" after what his campaign later said was a myocardial infarction, a medical term for a heart attack .

Milton Keynes supports NHS mental health campaign

October 09, 2019

The three-minute video, featuring the likes of Gillian Anderson and Davina McCall, will be screened simultaneously during ad breaks on Sky, Channel 4, ITV, Channel 5 and MTV at 8.45pm this evening. Anxiety, stress, low mood and trouble sleeping can affect everyone. We all have mental health just as we all have physical health, and it can vary from good to poor.

Born James Peebles, 2 others awarded Nobel Prize in Physics

October 09, 2019

While the discovery of exoplanets would have happened regardless of Mayor and Queloz-competing groups published results within a few years of their 1995 paper-they had the right hardware and planet to compel the astronomy community to accept the results.

Trump campaign threatens to sue Target Center if rally is blocked

October 08, 2019

Paul Pioneer Press reported. "I stand strongly & proudly with the great Police Officers and Law Enforcement of Minneapolis and the Great State of Minnesota!" "See you Thursday Night!" the president added. Some 2020 Democratic presidential candidates didn't respond to the Center when asked about security bills while others said they will pay or had paid certain bills.

Dog at home means longer life, better heart health

October 08, 2019

Heart attack and stroke survivors who own a dog live longer than those who don't, according to a study published this week. The risk of death, regardless of cause, was 24 percent lower for dog owners than non-owners, the study found. Everyone who owned a dog had a reduced risk of death compared to those without a dog , but that risk was doubly reduced in people who lived alone versus those living with another person, the researchers found.

NHS to open its first specialist clinic for gaming addiction

October 08, 2019

The NHS is aiming to evolve and adapt to this growing issue, although there is no assurance that the new facility has the capacity to support the number of children who may require help in the UK. The NHS stated other countries grappling with info superhighway and gaming dependancy had taken other steps to guard adolescence. They cited the example of South Korea , the attach the authorities has provided a law banning obtain admission to for adolescence beneath 16 from on-line games between ...

3 premature babies die at Pennsylvania hospital, possibly from bacterial infection

October 08, 2019

The babies were being cared for in the neonatal intensive care unit of Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. The center believes the deaths and infections to have been caused by pseudomonas bacteria . "We owe this to our community, to our families, and most importantly, to the children we care for", Dr. Maffei said. Dr. Mark Shelley, director of infection prevention, said they had not found any evidence of the bacteria on surfaces or elsewhere.

Spread of NZ measles cases to US confirmed

October 08, 2019

National's associate health spokesperson, Shane Reti, said the numbers showed the seriousness of the outbreak. "Associate Health Minister Julie Anne Genter needs to let the public know when all New Zealanders will be able to be vaccinated and reinstate health targets".

Alesha Dixon shares photo of baby girl

October 08, 2019

Alesha is already a mum to six-year-old Azura Sienna, and on Monday, she announced the arrival of her second daughter on social media. Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams then fell silent along with the audience as Ant and Dec brought Britain's Got Talent to a silent stop for one minute while cameras broadcast shots of backstage crew holding up cards bearing slogans that read: "Use our silence to talk to each other".

Dozens arrested at Extinction Rebellion climate protests

October 08, 2019

Climate activists will continue targeting cities across Australia and the world in day two of a week-long action campaign. Extinction Rebellion is calling on the Government to declare a climate and ecological emergency, to act immediately to halt wildlife loss and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2025.

Uk poll: Should the police get tougher with Extinction Rebellion protesters?

October 08, 2019

Demonstrators stopped traffic in European cities including Berlin , London , Paris and Amsterdam . Organizers said as many as 400 people protested at Belmore Park and police removed activists who closed themselves off in a pink water tank that read "Blood of the Earth".

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