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August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), an annual observance that highlights the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages. It is a time when all people are asked to make sure they are up to date with their vaccinations, some of which need to be redone every 10 years. The spread of diseases ...click here to read more

A new study finds that parents should be doing more to discourage their teens from drinking. It is widely and commonly known that alcohol consumption, in any amount, can be detrimental to one’s health. Not only can alcohol use turn into alcoholism, but it is also a known cause of cancer. In both men and ...click here to read more

Essential oils can be a good choice for treating heartburn. Almost everyone will experience heartburn (acid reflux) at some point in their lives. It is a feeling of burning pain in the chest that may occur after eating a spicy meal or when lying down. It is estimated that about 40 percent of Americans suffer ...click here to read more

Those of you who cringe at the thought of getting a needle may be in luck. Researchers are working on an easy-to-apply patch that will administer the flu vaccination. In preliminary studies, the patch—which consists of dissolving microneedles—has shown promise as an effective alternative to administrating the influenza vaccination. The patch contains 100 water-soluble microneedles ...click here to read more

Breakfast is often considered to be the most important meal of the day. It is recommended to eat a well-balanced diet complete with adequate amounts of carbohydrates, protein, and fats. However, most people simply choose to eat a bowl of cereal or bacon and eggs. But could these food choices be affecting us for the ...click here to read more

Obesity is a very prevalent issue today. More than one-third of Americans are considered overweight or obese. Being obese puts you at a health disadvantage, increasing your risk of future health problems and early death. It’s now been discovered that obese people are twice as likely to develop the flu or influenza compared to those ...click here to read more

The human body is an extremely adaptive organism. If you live in a cold climate country, your body creates more subcutaneous fat to serve as insulation. If you live in a sunny part of the world, chances are, your skin is darker to help deal with the sun’s harmful rays. The body’s own metabolic process ...click here to read more

Although it may not be peak flu season, research into the influenza virus is always moving. The flu virus infects tens of thousands of Americans every year and can cause mild to severe illness, with more serious outcomes leading to hospitalization and even death. The ones most at risk for the more detrimental complications are ...click here to read more

The flu virus, otherwise called influenza, is a contagious respiratory illness that infects hundreds of thousands of people each year and can be more than just a minor nuisance. It can result in mild to severe illness and even lead to death in certain cases. Considering it is caused by a virus, there isn’t much ...click here to read more

Bile reflux is a condition where bile backs up into the stomach and the esophagus (the tube connecting the stomach and mouth). Bile is an important agent that aids in digestion. It is produced by the liver. Bile reflux may accompany acid reflux, but the two are separate conditions. Unlike acid reflux, natural remedies cannot ...click here to read more

Pericardial effusion is a condition that describes fluid accumulation around the heart. The double-layered structure that surrounds the heart is known as the pericardium, and there is normally a thin layer of fluid found between the layers. Fluid in greater amounts can accumulate in the pericardium as a result of an injury or disease—it can ...click here to read more

In a large study recently published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases, the high-dose flu vaccine was found to be more effective in preventing influenza-related deaths among seniors than the standard-dose flu vaccine. These results were found to be especially relevant during severe flu seasons and added to previous research that revealed that a high-dose ...click here to read more

This flu season is shaping up to be moderately severe, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but luckily this year’s vaccine is proving to be a good match for the virus. The flu shot has been found to be 43 percent effective against influenza A type H3N2—the most common form that ...click here to read more

Living with diabetes or prediabetes requires constant monitoring and vigilance when it comes to your blood glucose levels. For someone with diabetes, a level that is too high or too low could result in adverse reactions like dizziness, irritability, weakness, increased thirst or hunger, and exhaustion. While many are aware that certain foods can impact ...click here to read more