Child and adolescent family therapist Darby Fox discusses the effects of social media on teenagers. Current research shows that while some teenagers see benefits for friendships on platforms like Snapchat, many face online bullying on TikTok, Instagram, and others. Fox advises parents to closely monitor their children’s online activities and maintain open communication to safeguard […]
In Louisiana, health officials are advising beachgoers to exercise caution due to a rise in infections caused by a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters. Vibrio vulnificus infections have been confirmed in nine individuals in Louisiana this year, as reported by the state’s health department. This has resulted in nine hospitalizations and five fatalities. Historically, […]
Influencers on social media platforms, particularly within the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) and ‘trad wife’ communities, are spotlighting the downsides of hormonal birth control. However, research reveals that many lack medical credentials. Following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022, many state abortion bans began influencing how individuals approached birth […]
Understanding Heart Attack Symptoms Dr. Kaustubh Dabhadkar, a preventive cardiologist from Charlotte, North Carolina, emphasizes the importance of recognizing unusual symptoms that may indicate serious heart issues. While chest pressure radiating to the arm or jaw is commonly known, atypical symptoms are more challenging to diagnose. A study in the Journal of the American College […]
Rachelle Gardner, battling pancreatic cancer, learned of an experimental drug that promised to extend her life. When she received her first dose at the City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago, she expressed optimism, saying, “To good health and getting rid of that cancer bug!” Gardner, a Milwaukee teacher for the visually impaired, is among many […]
Conflict has devastated the local health system in Abyei, leaving many remote villages without basic healthcare services. In these areas, even the most fundamental medical needs are unmet. In April, following eye surgeries in Abyei, villagers waited for their bandages to be removed. The surgeries were part of an outreach initiative by a small medical […]
Todd Meiklejohn’s typical day on August 8, 2025 quickly turned into a chaotic event. The adult education teacher started his routine early, having risen by 6 a.m. for a morning meeting. His wife, a nurse, had left for the gym. Suddenly, Meiklejohn experienced severe pain. His memory of the event is hazy—he struggled to see […]
Recent investigations into outbreaks of cyclospora and salmonella across multiple states are drawing comparisons to past foodborne illness crises in the United States. As of August 4, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) noted 10,468 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, linked to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce from Mexico. Over 12,255 unconfirmed […]
President Biden’s Health Update Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, discussed his father’s health during a recent interview with BBC Newsnight. He revealed that the prostate cancer diagnosed in 2025 has progressed further. The cancer, described by Hunter as ‘very painful’ and ‘debilitating,’ has metastasized into the bones. In May 2025, Joe Biden […]
This year, six fatalities have been reported due to Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana and Florida. The bacterium, known for its potential to cause severe infections, is raising concerns across several states. Incidents in Louisiana and Florida In Louisiana, the Department of Health reported nine cases of infection among residents in 2026, resulting in five […]