Senator Bill Cassidy, a medical doctor, recently voiced concerns about the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). He believes they are moving away from scientific agreement. This shift makes him uneasy, especially when it comes to the reasons behind their choices. Cassidy was question
Aging science is on the brink of exciting discoveries, but there's a big problem: not enough data. Experts say we need more information about how our bodies age, considering factors like gender, ethnicity, and environment. Right now, we don't have enough details to understand these differences. One
Sitting too much can be tough on your heart, but some foods might help. Think cocoa, tea, apples, or berries. These treats are packed with flavanols. Flavanols are plant chemicals that might keep your blood vessels happy, even if you're sitting for hours. Researchers did a test. They had 40 young m
The Mormon Church has recently rolled out new "sacred" garments. These garments are a big deal for the church's members. They symbolize important promises made to God. The new designs are causing quite a stir, especially among women. The old garments were made of cotton and polyester. They could be
Blood pressure checks are not a priority for many in India. Yet, this silent health issue can lead to serious heart problems. The problem is, many people don't realize they have high blood pressure until it's too late. Age and lifestyle play a big role in who gets checked. Older adults and those wi
Tom Brady, the former NFL star and current Fox Sports analyst, recently shared that his hectic lifestyle has left him feeling worn out. In a candid message to his fans, the 48-year-old admitted that the demands of his schedule finally caught up with him. Brady is in the midst of his second season as
Senator Josh Hawley from Missouri has been vocal about the potential impact of a government shutdown on food assistance programs. He argues that if the shutdown continues, millions of Americans relying on SNAP benefits could face hunger. Hawley suggests two solutions: either pass a clean funding bil
A mother is fighting for answers after her daughter's untimely death. Lyndsey Sutherland is suing a health center, claiming they missed critical signs of a rare leukemia in her 15-year-old daughter, Jasmine Vincent. The trial has been emotional, with videos of Jasmine's cheerful moments playing in c
Penn State Health Children’s Hospital just got a huge boost. A generous donation of $50 million from entrepreneur Tom Golisano is set to transform the hospital. This is the largest donation the hospital has seen since 1963. The hospital will now be called Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospit
Type 2 diabetes is becoming more common, and many people struggle to manage their blood sugar levels. A recent study explored a new way to help those with high HbA1c, a marker of long-term blood sugar control. The idea was simple: bring together primary care nurses and community pharmacists to provi
