Infectious Disease - Page 116

January 7, 2024

Fight cold and flu with these 10 immune-boosting recipes from a Texas registered dietitian

One way to combat seasonal illness is to consume nutrients and proteins that help improve immune health, according to Amy Goodson, a registered dietitian in Dallas-Fort Worth.

January 7, 2024

Fauci to be grilled by House GOP on COVID origins, future pandemics

Dr. Anthony Fauci will speak with House lawmakers on the COVID-19 select committee in a marathon two-day interview behind closed doors Monday and Tuesday.

January 6, 2024

New antibiotic kills deadly, drug-resistant bacteria in ‘scientific breakthrough’

Scientists in Switzerland have announced the discovery of a new class of antibiotics that have shown to be effective against a deadly, drug-resistant bacteria.

January 5, 2024

'Pandemic skip,' a COVID mental health phenomenon, could delay major milestones, experts say

Los Angeles Outpatient Center executive director Dominique Hamler and NYU Langone psychologist Dr. Yamalis Diaz detailed the lack of development during the COVID pandemic.

January 4, 2024

New York health officials warn of whooping cough outbreak among children

An outbreak of whooping cough (pertussis) has been reported on Long Island, New York, according to health officials. A pharmacist and a medical doctor shared thoughts.

January 4, 2024

Florida Surgeon General calls for halt to COVID-19 vaccine usage after FDA said he spread misinformation

Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo is calling for a halt to the use of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines made by Pfizer and Moderna, citing various health risks.

January 4, 2024

As COVID cases rise, probiotics could reduce symptoms and infection, study suggests

In a study led by Duke Health, probiotics were shown to have a “significant ability to delay a COVID infection and reduce symptoms" among unvaccinated people. Doctors shared reactions.

January 2, 2024

State employees get reprieve from Nebraska Gov. Pillen's return-to-office order

Nebraska state government employees have been granted a temporary reprieve from Republican Gov. Jim Pillen's order unilaterally ending remote work.

January 2, 2024

New COVID variant JN.1 now comprises up to 30% of US cases: CDC

The latest variant of the COVID-19 virus, JN.1, is now responsible for an estimated 15% to 29% of U.S. cases as of Dec. 8, according to the CDC. Here's what you need to know.

January 2, 2024

Thousands of doses of childhood vaccines reportedly transported into Gaza Strip through Rafah crossing

Thousands of doses of vaccines against childhood diseases are being delivered into Gaza to support a growing health emergency in the region, officials said.