In San Diego, a silent issue is growing as more older adults find themselves aging without close family or friends nearby. These individuals, often called "elder orphans, " face unique challenges. Over 130, 000 people over 65 in the county are in this situation. The COVID-19 pandemic made things wor
Health officials are taking a closer look at aluminum salts in vaccines, sparking discussions and debates. This ingredient, used as an adjuvant to boost immune response, has been deemed safe for nearly a century. Yet, recent scrutiny from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the
A traveler from Texas may have unintentionally put many people at risk of measles during a recent trip to Massachusetts. This person, who was infected with the highly contagious virus, flew into Boston on December 11th. They stayed at a hotel in Westborough and left the state the following day. The
Measles has made an unwelcome visit to Boston. A traveler from Texas, carrying the virus, spent time in the city and nearby Westborough over a few days in December. This person flew into Logan Airport on December 11th and left on the 12th, staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Westborough dur
A recent measles case in Massachusetts has sparked concerns, highlighting the importance of vaccination. An adult from out of state visited several locations in the region earlier this month, prompting health officials to issue warnings about potential exposures. The individual arrived at Boston Lo
Boston is facing a significant increase in flu cases this year, with numbers rising sharply in December. Health officials are urging everyone to take precautions, especially as more people gather indoors during the winter months. The city has seen a 114% jump in flu cases in just the first two weeks
The U. S. might be changing its vaccine schedule. This is a big deal. The plan is to make it like Denmark’s. Denmark has fewer vaccines on its list. The U. S. has 16. Denmark has 10. The idea is to cut down on shots for diseases like chickenpox, hepatitis A, rotavirus, and flu. But why Denmark? It’
New York has made some important moves to control kratom, a plant that some people use for different reasons. The state is trying to keep it away from young people and make sure adults know what they are buying. The Kratom Consumer Advisory Council (KCAC) is happy about these changes. They think th
Europe is facing a growing health crisis. Two major diseases, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), are becoming more common. These diseases often appear together. They share similar causes and can lead to serious health problems. Understanding how these dis
The flu season is about to get more intense. Experts warn that a new strain, called subclade K, is making things worse. This strain popped up after the current flu vaccine was made. Even so, getting vaccinated is still the best way to stay safe. The U. K. is seeing a lot of flu hospitalizations. Th
