Parents, it's time to act. The recent changes in vaccine policy could leave your kids without essential shots. Doctors are urging parents to get their children vaccinated now, before insurance coverage changes make it harder. The anti-vaccine movement has gained significant ground recently. What wa
Fatty liver disease, now called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), is becoming a big health problem. It's not just about the liver getting fatty; it can lead to serious issues like portal hypertension. This is a condition where blood pressure in the liver's veins gets
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health issue worldwide, with a heavy financial burden, especially when it reaches end-stage renal disease (ESRD). ESRD often requires expensive treatments like dialysis or kidney transplants, and costs are expected to rise significantly by 2030. One way to m
When older adults have surgery that isn't related to the heart, there's a chance they might get confused afterwards. This isn't just a small issue. It can lead to bigger problems and make their stay in the hospital longer. What's more, different hospitals see this happening at different rates. This
New research shows that eating more plants can help you stay healthy and live longer. This isn't just about eating salads. It's about a whole way of eating that focuses on plant-based foods. The study looked at over 105, 000 people. They were between 39 and 69 years old. Researchers tracked their d
The RingConn Gen 2 smart ring is making waves as a budget-friendly alternative to popular smart rings like the Oura Ring. It's currently on sale, offering a significant discount of $91, bringing its price down to $300. This smart ring is designed to track sleep, activity, stress, and vital signs, al
Sleep apnea is a serious issue that many people face. It's when breathing stops and starts while you sleep. This can lead to poor sleep quality and other health problems. But don't worry, there are ways to manage it. First, it's important to know the signs. Snoring loudly, feeling tired during the
Mars, the company behind M&M's and Skittles, is standing firm on using artificial food dyes. This decision goes against a push from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to remove these dyes from foods. Mars had promised in 2016 to phase out artificial colors, but now they say their products are sa
High blood pressure is a big problem. It affects many people, especially in the Black community. Current telemedicine programs are not working well for Black patients. Why? Maybe because they don't get enough help with self-care. Or maybe their social needs are not being met. A new idea is being te
Reservoirs are like big bathtubs collecting water, but over time, they also collect a lot of mud. This mud can cause big problems. In China's Three Gorges Reservoir, even though less mud is coming in each year, there's still a huge amount already there. The same issue is happening in smaller reservo
