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2026-01-01 18:00:34.98 • by
Alan Iverson
The US has exceeded 25,000 whooping cough (pertussis) cases for the second consecutive year, signaling critical risks from falling vaccination levels. This highly contagious bacterial infection, which can be severe or fatal, particularly for infants, is seeing a global resurgence. Experts attribute the rise to vaccine hesitancy, waning population immunity post-pandemic, and increased social interaction, urging immediate vaccination for all eligible individuals, including pregnant women, to protect vulnerable populations.
2025-12-30 18:00:52.925 • by
Amanda Ireland
Norovirus, often called the 'winter vomiting illness', is a highly contagious family of viruses causing severe gastroenteritis with vomiting and diarrhea. Spreading easily through the fecal-oral route, it requires very few viral particles to infect and can persist on surfaces for weeks, making diligent hygiene crucial for prevention.
2025-12-23 12:00:58.469 • by
Amy Ivanov
Music icon Barry Manilow announced he will undergo surgery in late December to remove an early-stage cancerous spot on his left lung, discovered after a prolonged bout of bronchitis. He will recover throughout January, rescheduling his concerts for February, and doctors are optimistic about a full recovery without chemotherapy or radiation.
2025-12-17 00:00:37.131 • by
Adam Israel
This article explores the profound emotional and practical challenges faced by families, particularly mothers and daughters, when multiple members receive back-to-back breast cancer diagnoses. It highlights the psychological impact, genetic risks, differing experiences based on age, and the complex blend of grief and gratitude.
2025-12-12 00:00:50.032 • by
Alfred Ignacio
Measles outbreaks are surging along the Utah-Arizona border and in South Carolina, leading to hundreds of quarantines and raising concerns about the U.S. losing its measles elimination status.
2025-12-09 18:00:37.075 • by
Amir Izad
While the hot toddy is a popular folk remedy for colds, experts strongly advise against consuming alcohol when sick. Though ingredients like honey and lemon offer some relief, the alcohol can worsen symptoms, interact negatively with medications, and hinder recovery.
2025-11-24 18:01:07.91 • by
Andrew Ismail
Uncover the truth behind the popular 'menstrual synchrony' myth and other common period misconceptions. Learn why cycles seem to align and what truly impacts their timing, according to experts.
2025-11-24 06:00:51.188 • by
Arturo Iglesias
John F. Kennedy’s granddaughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, 34, has disclosed her terminal acute myeloid leukemia diagnosis in 'The New Yorker,' stating she has about a year to live. She also criticized policies pushed by her cousin, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., for potentially harming cancer patients.
2025-11-23 18:00:45.784 • by
Alfred Ignacio
John F. Kennedy's granddaughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, 34, has revealed her terminal acute myeloid leukemia diagnosis, with doctors estimating she has about a year to live. In a 'New Yorker' essay, she criticizes her cousin, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., for policies she says could harm cancer patients by cutting research funding.
2025-11-23 12:00:25.387 • by
Alex Ingram
The Free Birth Society (FBS), led by Emilee Saldaya and Yolande Norris-Clark, promotes unassisted births without medical professionals. A year-long investigation linked FBS to 48 cases of serious harm, including stillbirths and neonatal deaths, found its claims conflict with medical advice, and revealed its leaders directly advised women during labor despite lacking qualifications. FBS profits significantly from this ideology, exploiting distrust in maternity services, and remains undeterred by criticism.
