Winter is here,and so are the illnesses that come with it. Colds,the flu,whooping cough,and the stomach bug are all in full swing,creating a perfect storm for health concerns. Alexis Smithers, an advanced practice provider at legacy-GoHealth Urgent Care, explains why this season is particularly challenging. “In the winter, it makes sense. We’re inside, we’re spending … Read more
US halts Cooperation with WHO Amid Global Health Crises In a surprising move, the US government has instructed the Centers for Disease control adn Prevention (CDC) to immediately cease cooperation with the World Health Organization (WHO).CDC representative John Nkengasong issued a directive to managing employees, instructing them to halt all ongoing collaborations with the WHO … Read more
Trump Considers 10% Tariff on China Over Fentanyl Crisis In a bold move to address the escalating fentanyl crisis, United States President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 10% tariff on imports from China, effective no sooner than February 1. This decision marks a notable shift from his earlier campaign promise to levy tariffs … Read more
China’s Respiratory infections: Experts Confirm No New Outbreak, Highlight Known Pathogens Beijing (Xinhua) – Amid rising concerns over a surge in respiratory infections across China, experts from the chinese National Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed that there is no outbreak of a new infectious disease. Instead, the current wave of … Read more
Rising Cases of Tularemia in the U.S.: What You Need to Know About “Rabbit Fever” Cases of tularemia, a zoonotic disease often referred to as “rabbit fever,” are on the rise in the United States, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This rare but possibly serious illness, … Read more
Understanding U=U: A Breakthrough in HIV Prevention and Stigma Reduction Table of Contents Understanding U=U: A Breakthrough in HIV Prevention and Stigma Reduction The Science Behind U=U Breaking Down the Stigma Progress in Prevention and Treatment What U=U Means for Daily Life Key Takeaways: U=U at a Glance A Call to Action U=U: … Read more
Flu Season Intensifies Across the U.S. Table of Contents Flu Season Intensifies Across the U.S. Flu Season Intensifies: What US Residents need to Know The Curious Case of the Vanishing Flu: COVID-19’s Unexpected Impact Is This ‘Tripledemic’ Season? What You Need to Know. The 2025 flu season, after a relatively slow start, is now surging … Read more
Global Respiratory Virus Surge: Malaysia adn China Report Increases Concerns are rising globally regarding a critically important increase in respiratory illnesses, notably human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections.Recent reports from both Malaysia and China highlight a troubling trend,prompting health officials to urge increased vigilance and preventative measures. Malaysia Sees Sharp Rise in HMPV Cases Malaysia experienced a … Read more
Combat Lower Back Pain: The Simple Solution You’ve Been Missing Lower back pain: a debilitating condition affecting millions of Americans, limiting mobility and impacting daily life. The good news? Relief might be closer than you think, and it doesn’t require a prescription. The sheer scale of the problem is staggering. A 2019 National Health Interview … Read more
Measles Outbreak in Taiwan: 12 Cases Confirmed, Public Health Officials on High Alert Table of Contents Measles Outbreak in Taiwan: 12 Cases Confirmed, Public Health Officials on High Alert Measles Exposure Alert and Major Cosmetic Ingredient Ban in Taiwan Taiwan Grapples With Measles Outbreak: Expert Discusses Public Health Concerns Rising Case Numbers and Potential for … Read more