Daniel Gyllhem Meet Sophie Miller, who unwillingly became a viral sensation in October when she shared her herpes diagnosis on TikTok. To her surprise, more than 10 million viewers tuned in to hear her story. Now, Miller is determined to use her newfound platform to advocate for sexual health. On October 12, Sophie Miller uploaded a raw, …
Should You Get Your Covid and Flu Vaccines at the Same Time? Here’s What We Know As the holiday season kicks off, you might be realizing that you’ve forgotten to get your Covid-19 and flu vaccines – especially if you’ll be seeing elderly relatives. The good news is that it’s not too late to get …
Standing ab workouts have surged in popularity, with some videos amassing over 30 million views. These exercises target your core muscles without requiring you to lie down, making them perfect for outdoor workouts or in gyms with limited floor space. Additionally, the fact that they don’t involve lying down, makes them more accessible for individuals …
A recent study from the European Journal of Nutrition examined the risk of oesophageal adenocarcinoma (OAC) and head and neck cancer (HNC) associated with the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) within the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) cohort. Study: Ultra-processed foods, adiposity and risk of head and neck cancer and oesophageal adenocarcinoma …
New Study Finds Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and Head, Neck, and Esophageal Cancers A recent large-scale study has uncovered a connection between increased consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the risk of developing head, neck, and esophageal cancers. Surprisingly, the analysis did not attribute obesity, often a consequence of excessive UPF consumption, as a significant …
In the early stages of neurodegeneration, the brain’s tissues are under constant assault from a barrage of chemicals, long before any symptoms become apparent. To protect our nervous system from these attacks, we need a way to get some form of defense across the challenging barrier known as the blood-brain barrier. Remarkably, researchers at The …
Renowned OB-GYN Physician Diagnosed With ALS, Forced Into Early Retirement A well-known doctor who has facilitated the miracle of life for countless families has received unexpected, life-altering news – John Allred, 53, served as an OB-GYN at Madison Women’s Clinic in Rexburg for over two decades, partnering in the delivery of thousands of babies. “Working …
Responding to the Diphtheria Outbreak: West African Authorities Take Action to Address Huge Epidemic By CHINEDU ASADU Associated Press November 23, 2023, 2:14 PM ET • 3 min read ABUJA, Nigeria — Health authorities in several West African countries are grappling with massive outbreaks of diphtheria, notably in Nigeria where a senior health official revealed …
Beijing and northern China hospitals experience a surge in children’s respiratory illnesses this winter. Hospitals are overwhelmed, with 7,000 daily patients at Beijing Children’s Hospital, surpassing its capacity, and over 13,000 children at the largest pediatric hospital in Tianjin. Health officials blame the spike on seasonal illnesses like influenza and RSV, as well as a …
A groundbreaking study recently featured in Nature Communications delved into the complex world of rumination, a mental process characterized by persistent negative self-reflective thoughts that can pave the way for depression and anxiety. Leveraging resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (rsfMRI) to observe brain activity during rest, researchers honed in on the dorsal medial prefrontal cortex …