Imagine this: a simple runny nose and tickling cough could turn into violent, whooping coughs that make you throw up or even break your ribs. That's pertussis, or whooping cough, and it's happening way more this year. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just updated their data, s
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Colon cancer in young adults is a growing concern. Researchers noticed that these cases are often diagnosed at later stages and are more aggressive. Obesity, family history, inflammatory bowel disease, and symptoms like stomach pain and rectal bleeding seem to be linked. A study looked at nearly 319
Breast cancer can strike anyone, but it's especially tough for women who struggle with health disparities. That's why the hair care brand Thank God It's Natural, or tgin, is doing something about it. The brand was founded by Chris-Tia Donaldson, who battled breast cancer for six years before passing
Imagine sitting at home, ready for the latest weather report, and then suddenly getting a life lesson. That's what happened when ABC weatherman Sam Champion shared his personal story on "Good Morning America. " He talked about his recent diagnosis of nodular basal cell carcinoma, a type of skin canc
Cancer is tough on everyone – patients, their loved ones, and even employers. It takes a toll on health, emotions, and wallets. A recent study showed that half of cancer patients struggle with medical debt, some owing over $5, 000 for a year or more. Many people empty their savings just two years po
Pfizer Inc. has shared some exciting news! Their new medicine, HYMPAVZI (marstacimab-hncq), just got the green light from the U. S. Food and Drug Administration. This medication is designed to help people with hemophilia A and B prevent or reduce bleeding episodes. Hemophilia is a rare condition th
Imagine if a group of drugs could help Americans lose significant weight and reduce the risk of deadly diseases. Two recent medications, semaglutide (found in Ozempic and Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro and Zepbound), are showing promising results. A study published in the journal PNAS suggests th
Did you know that having depression can make it harder for athletes to recover from a concussion? And vice versa, a recent study reveals. Researchers found that college athletes with both conditions had much worse symptoms than those with just one. They also discovered that the electrical signals in
HIV prevention has come a long way. Safe sex practices, like using condoms and reducing partners, are still key. Surgical methods, like male circumcision, can also help. Treating infections is another preventive measure. But, people don't always use these methods. That's why scientists are exploring
