Sadness, fear, worry, or other emotions can affect us during or after tough situations, like dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the loss of a family member or friend, or experiences related to racism. Dealing with these challenges can weigh heavily on your mental health, and recent data suggest this is the case for many who have sought […]
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: Fever or chills Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Fatigue Muscle […]
More than 37 million Americans have diabetes (about 1 in 10), and approximately 90-95% of them have type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes most often develops in people over age 45, but more and more children, teens, and young adults are also developing it. Insulin is a hormone made by your pancreas that acts like a key […]
Food poisoning symptoms can be anywhere from mild to very serious. Your symptoms may be different depending on the germ you swallowed. The most common symptoms of food poisoning are: Upset stomach Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Fever After you swallow an unsafe (contaminated) food or drink, it may take hours or days to develop […]
A plant based diet is one that focuses on only or mostly foods from plant sources. This way of eating may have benefits for both a person’s health and the planet. In this article, we look at what a plant based diet is, the health benefits, and what nutritional considerations a person should make before […]
Today, CDC is releasing two new reports in MMWR that provide important insights on the health and well-being of children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first report looked at pediatric emergency department visits. The first report looked at pediatric emergency department visits. The study found that overall pediatric emergency department visits decreased in 2020, 2021, […]
Sharing is caring, but not when it comes to serious health conditions like diabetes or heart disease. These health conditions, like many others, can run in families. But there’s a lot you can do to help protect yourself and your family. Learn tips on how to be a heart-health role model for your family. Heart […]
Obesity and overweight increase the risk of many health conditions. A new study from Canada has found that excess body weight may also affect cognitive function, with inflammation possibly playing a role. People with excess fatty tissue gained lower scores for processing speed in cognitive tests. Physical exercise, which increases blood flow to the brain, […]
Magnesium deficiency has links to a wide range of diseases. Researchers have now shown in mice how magnesium improves the ability of the immune system to eliminate infected and cancerous cells. Their analysis of data from clinical studies also suggests that low serum levels of the substance are associated with worse outcomes in cancer treatment. […]
Lung cleansing techniques may benefit people who smoke, people who get regular exposure to air pollution, and those with chronic conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and cystic fibrosis. Breathing in air pollution, cigarette smoke, and other toxins can damage the lungs and even cause health conditions. Maintaining […]