Reducing the Risk of Heart Attacks and Strokes
Many people gained a lot of weight and stopped exercising during the pandemic lockdown and did not go for their usual preventative screenings. This has put many at risk for dangerous events like heart attacks and strokes. The American Heart Association wants people to schedule those preventive tests and get back in to see their…...
Read MoreObesity and Long-Term COVID
Researchers from the Cleveland Clinic say people infected with COVID-19 have a much higher risk of getting long-term COVID-19 symptoms. That’s why it is imperative that they get vaccinated...
Read MoreFood Safety During Power Outages
The FDA says perishable food is only safe to eat for a specific period of time after a power outage cuts off refrigeration. After that, bacteria and viruses may grow in the food making it very unsafe. But even within that timeframe if food doesn’t look or smell right to you after a power outage…...
Read MoreVaccinating Children With HPV Vaccine
HPV can lead to different types of cancer. Getting children vaccinated against HPV can prevent them from developing those cancers...
Read MoreTalking to the Unvaccinated
U.S. educators say more than a million and a half children are not in public schools this year, most likely because of the continuing risks of COVID-19. The way to protect them is to get as many people as possible vaccinated. Experts urge friends and family members to gently urge the unvaccinated to get the…...
Read MoreShould You Give COVID Vaccines to Children Under 12?
The American Academy of Pediatrics says parents should not try to get their children under 12 vaccinated until the vaccines have been authorized for younger children by the FDA. The vaccines are being studied now to determine the dosage and risks for younger children, but the data is not in yet...
Read MoreShould You Get a Booster COVID Shot Now?
Mayo Clinic experts warn about the dangers of getting early COVID-19 booster shots. They say that limited research on early boosters may lead to risks and adverse effects...
Read MorePfizer Vaccine Gets Full FDA Approval
FDA grants full approval of the Pfizer/BioNtech vaccine saying they hope this move will give people the confidence to get vaccinated and help end the pandemic. The move allows schools, hospitals, and other entities to require proof of vaccination from workers and students...
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