The FDA issued a warning after a cat died from bird flu likely contracted from contaminated RAWR Raw Cat Food. Testing confirmed H5N1 bird flu in the food and the deceased cat, linking them through whole genome sequencing. This is the first such case since spring. While 70...
The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling a suspected Ebola outbreak in Kasai province, with 15 deaths reported among 28 suspected cases. Health Minister Samuel-Roger Kamba confirmed a 34-year-old pregnant woman as the first confirmed case. The fatality rate is estimated at 53.6%. The World Health Organization is...
Former President Joe Biden recently underwent Mohs surgery to remove skin cancer. A spokeswoman confirmed the procedure, which involves removing thin layers of skin until cancer-free tissue remains. This follows a 2023 incident where a cancerous lesion was removed from his chest, diagnosed as basal cell carcinoma. ...
A mid-stage study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that LSD significantly reduced anxiety symptoms in patients with moderate-to-severe generalized anxiety disorder. Researchers tested various doses, with the 100-microgram dose showing the most significant long-term benefits, lasting up to three months for some patients. ...
New blood pressure guidelines emphasize early intervention due to rising hypertension rates among young adults. Around 25% of young adults (18-39) have hypertension, exceeding previous estimates. The American Heart Association's updated guidelines promote preventative measures, including the PREVENT risk calculator and dietary changes like potassium-based salt substitutes. ...
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo, a Harvard-trained physician and vaccine skeptic, plans to eliminate all vaccine mandates in the state, including for children. His controversial stance, which he equates to slavery, has drawn national attention. Ladapo, appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis, has repeatedly contradicted federal health guidelines on...
A video showing healthcare workers at Sansum Clinic mocking patients' bodily fluids went viral on TikTok. The video, posted by a former employee, led to the termination of several staff members by Sutter Health, the clinic's owner. The incident sparked outrage online, with many criticizing the workers' lack...
Disagreements over vaccination policies are fracturing the US. Republican-led states are rolling back mandates while Democrat-led states are creating their own guidance, diverging from the CDC. This split follows the firing of the CDC director and the resignations of top scientists, alongside controversial FDA guidelines. Vaccine hesitancy, fueled...
Federal health websites and data, removed after President Trump's inauguration, will be restored following a lawsuit settlement. Doctors' groups and other organizations sued, claiming the removal of information on topics like pregnancy risks and AIDS was government overreach. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services agreed to...
A new study reveals a surprising link between smartphone use on the toilet and hemorrhoids. Researchers found that people using phones in the bathroom were 46% more likely to have hemorrhoids. Prolonged sitting strains the pelvic floor, and smartphones encourage extended bathroom breaks. Experts recommend limiting toilet...
