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NBC News suggests kids 'avoid physical interaction' with the 'unvaccinated' this holiday season

November 14, 2022

NBC News suggests kids 'avoid physical interaction' with the 'unvaccinated' this holiday season

A segment on NBC News advised parents to avoid “physical interaction” with “unvaccinated individuals” to protect their children against the coronavirus this flu season.

California hospitals using overflow tents for rising number of flu patients

November 12, 2022

California hospitals using overflow tents for rising number of flu patients

California's early flu season has begun to putting pressure on local emergency departments forcing hospital to use overflow tents outside emergency rooms.

In Boston, RSV cases in kids creating a 'capacity disaster' for one major hospital

November 12, 2022

In Boston, RSV cases in kids creating a 'capacity disaster' for one major hospital

Cases of RSV among kids are driving up hospitalizations at two children's hospitals in Boston, leading to capacity issues and delaying non-emergency procedures for some patients.

Tobacco usage among teenagers down from 6 to 3 million since 2019

November 10, 2022

Tobacco usage among teenagers down from 6 to 3 million since 2019

Tobacco usage has decreased among middle and high school students over the last three years. However, health officials say the current rates are still concerning.

Flu symptoms and prevention: Everything you need to know about common signs, treatment, and avoiding influenza

November 10, 2022

Flu symptoms and prevention: Everything you need to know about common signs, treatment, and avoiding influenza

Prevent the flu by washing your hands, taking supplements recommended by your doctor, exercising, and more. Here is how to keep the flu away all winter.

Nose picking was always gross — now a study says it may lead to late-onset Alzheimer's

November 3, 2022

Nose picking was always gross — now a study says it may lead to late-onset Alzheimer's

A study on mice done in Australia suggests that nose picking or plucking the nose hairs may increase a risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life. More study is needed, the authors note.

Amoxicillin prescribed for children is in short supply, FDA says

November 3, 2022

Amoxicillin prescribed for children is in short supply, FDA says

FDA recently added the commonly prescribed antibiotic amoxicillin — specifically, a powdered form for children — to a list of drugs with shortages. This may be connected to RSV outbreaks.

Bono says he took a nap in the Lincoln Bedroom after having drinks with Obama

November 2, 2022

Bono says he took a nap in the Lincoln Bedroom after having drinks with Obama

Bono said because of an allergy to salicylates found in wine he ended up taking a nap in the Lincoln Bedroom during a visit with then-President Obama at the White House.

Allergic to cats? What allergy sufferers should know before bringing home a feline friend

October 27, 2022

Allergic to cats? What allergy sufferers should know before bringing home a feline friend

Allergy and Asthma Network allergist and immunologist Dr. Purvi Parikh shared expert insight on managing severe cat allergies for pet owners who can't live without their fur babies.

RSV cases in children spike in 33 states

October 24, 2022

RSV cases in children spike in 33 states

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier joined 'America's Newsroom' to discuss the respiratory illness surge and what to know about the sickness as the winter months loom