A father’s determination to attend his daughter’s wedding defied the odds when he suffered a heart attack just days before the ceremony. Rick Nelson experienced chest pains while at a friend’s house. His wife, Gail, hurried him to Cleveland Clinic’s Marymount Emergency Department. Medical staff confirmed a heart attack and Nelson was airlifted to Cleveland […]
Most people associate sunscreen with outdoor activities on sunny days. However, dermatologists recommend applying sunscreen even when you are indoors. This might seem unnecessary since you are not under direct sunlight, but there are valid reasons for this practice. Why Wear Sunscreen Indoors? Even indoors, harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays can reach you. Most windows block […]
Sonia Monet Saxon frequently wakes at 4 a.m. to the smell of burning asphalt near her McKinley Park home. Her residence’s proximity to an asphalt plant often makes stepping outside difficult. Before the recent surge in PM2.5 from wildfires, pollution was already a constant issue in many areas. This is why Saxon installed an air […]
Dealing with memory issues in loved ones can be challenging, especially when they live far away. A concerned individual has expressed worries about their mother-in-law, who has shown signs of memory decline. The person wonders if the kind approach is to avoid mentioning events that she forgets. It is essential to approach such situations with […]
Four years ago, I came close to losing my life. On January 8, 2022, I awoke with a sense of foreboding, telling my doctor, “I feel like I’m dying.” My voice was faint, and getting out of bed seemed impossible. My head throbbed intensely. Just the day before, an ER visit led me to believe […]
A large outbreak of Cyclospora linked to recalled iceberg lettuce has affected at least 1,947 people across nine states in the U.S. This is one of the largest known outbreaks of the parasite. While it hasn’t yet surpassed the 2019 record, health officials expect the number of confirmed cases to rise due to delays in […]
The concept of the national vaccine court is unfamiliar to many, yet it plays a critical role in balancing public health benefits with individual cases of injury from vaccines. Situated near the White House, this court represents a model of public policy aiming to support widespread vaccination while addressing rare cases of individual harm. Established […]
Most Americans are closely following news about the cyclospora outbreak, with four in ten now reducing their consumption of produce. Women and older individuals are slightly more inclined to cut back compared to men and younger people. The outbreak holds the attention of many, nearly matching the interest in the ongoing conflict with Iran. Those […]
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, provides a personal glimpse into his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic through newly released diary entries. Released by Senate Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul, these entries cover Fauci’s interactions with people ranging from political figures to celebrities. A Look at Political Relationships Early entries highlight […]
A tiny parasite named cyclospora is causing severe illnesses across the United States. Jessica Mallard, one of the affected individuals, shared, “I wasn’t feeling well. The pain in my stomach was, like, unbearable.” This parasite triggers debilitating diarrhea lasting weeks. Since May, over 11,000 cases have been reported in 41 states. “I’m still fatigued,” Mallard […]