PUBLIC HEALTH CONCERNS

Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Vaccine Uptake Lags This Season, CDC Reports

This flu and Covid vaccine season is off to a slow start, says the CDC. As of mid-November, only about one-third of U. S. adults have gotten their flu shot, while roughly 18% have received the latest Covid vaccines. This is similar to last year's rates. The CDC urges everyone, especially the elderly and those with medical conditions, to get vaccinated. Flu and Covid ...

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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

Why Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Might Be Wrong About Ozempic

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who's been chosen to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services, has some strong opinions about treating diabetes and obesity. He's against using Ozempic, a popular medicine, and thinks we should all just eat better and exercise more. But is he right? Let's dig into the facts. First, Denmark doesn't avoid Ozempic like Kennedy claims....

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

Trump's Choice of RFK Jr. for Health Department Sparks Alarm

Dr. Sanjay Gupta, known for his neutral stance, couldn't keep quiet about President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the Department of Health and Human Services. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the nominee, has stirred up serious concerns within the medical and public health community. Gupta shared that the community is almost unanimously against Kennedy, feeling a genuine sens...

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Oct 11 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu in California: What You Need to Know

California is seeing a surge in bird flu cases among dairy farmers. In just three weeks, the state has reported its third case, making it the 17th human case in the U.S. over the past two years. The latest patient has mild symptoms like eye redness and infection. Experts think the virus is spreading from dairy cows, as all three patients had contact with them. The CD...

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Sep 18 2024POLITICS

The Silent Crisis: A City's Struggle with Immigration and More

In the heart of Ohio, a city called Springfield has been thrust into the national spotlight due to unfounded claims of migrants eating cats and dogs. Behind this chaos, the city is facing a silent crisis - a sudden and rapid growth in population that is putting a strain on local services. The influx of migrants has led to issues of homelessness, rising housing costs,...

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