Articles tagged with #medicine
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Flu Shot Recommendation for Kids Dropped Just as the Illness Rages
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has made a surprise move by dropping its recommendation for kids to receive the flu shot, a decision that has left many in the medical community stunned. The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to remove the flu vaccine...
Huge Study Links 99% of Heart Attacks and Strokes with 4 Risk Factors
A team of researchers from the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge has made a monumental discovery in the field of cardiovascular health. The study, published in the prestigious journal The Lancet , involved a vast dataset of over 600,000 individuals from across the globe. By analyz...
Cdc Makes Shocking Decision to Sidelined Certain Childhood Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has taken a bold step by sidelining several childhood vaccines, leaving health experts and parents alike scrambling to understand the implications. According to a recent announcement, the CDC has removed several vaccines from its recommended sched...
Colon Cancer Rates Are Spiking Among Young People. Here’s Why, and How to Lower Your Risk
The alarming rate at which colon cancer cases are increasing among young people has left healthcare professionals scrambling to understand the root causes and develop effective prevention strategies. According to recent data, cases of colon cancer among individuals under the age of 50 have risen by ...
Former Glp-1 Users Regain Lost Weight After 18 Months, Study Reveals
According to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), former users of GLP-1 medications may experience weight regain after a period of approximately 18 months. The study, which was conducted by researchers at several institutions, including the University o...
Screaming + Vomiting: ‘scromiting’ Is the Mysterious Cannabis Syndrome Becoming More Common
The phenomenon of 'scromiting' has left many in the medical community scratching their heads. Characterized by intense screaming and vomiting, the condition is often reported after individuals use cannabis. While the exact causes of scromiting are still unknown, researchers believe it may be linked ...
New Federal Screening Guidance Expands Cervical Cancer Testing with an At-home Hpv Option
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has published new guidelines for cervical cancer screening, which recommend a broader range of testing options, including at-home HPV tests. This change in approach has been widely welcomed by healthcare professionals and patient advocacy groups. New ...
Flu Hospitalizations in Chicago Hit 3-year High
Chicago's healthcare system is facing a significant challenge as the city experiences a surge in flu hospitalizations. According to the latest data from the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), the number of flu hospitalizations has reached a 3-year high. This comes as the flu season is expec...
U.s. Overhauls Childhood Vaccine Schedule, Reduces Number of Shots Recommended for Young Children
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have made significant changes to the childhood vaccine schedule in the United States, recommending fewer shots for young children. The changes aim to simplify the vaccination process and reduce the risk of adverse reactions. New Schedule Simplifie...