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CDC: US Administers About 384.9M Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines
The United States has administered 384,911,290 doses of COVID-19 vaccines as of Saturday morning and distributed 466,569,635 doses, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
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Study Links Burnout, Insomnia to Higher Risk of COVID-19
Lack of sleep, insomnia, and daily burnout are being linked to a higher risk of becoming infected with COVID-19, suffering from more severe illness, and taking longer to recover, according to an international study of healthcare workers.
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FDA Panel Backs COVID-19 Boosters Only for Elderly, High Risk
Dealing the White House a stinging setback, a government advisory panel overwhelmingly rejected a plan Friday to give Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots across the board, and instead endorsed the extra dose only for those who are 65 or older or run a high risk of severe...
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As the Pandemic Lingers, Adults Are Behaving Badly
As the attack of a hostess at a New York City restaurant who simply asked for the required proof of vaccination attests, more and more adults are acting irrationally. If you are witnessing more of these temper tantrums - or in the case of the NYC incident, assaults - during...
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FDA Advisory Panel Rejects Widespread Pfizer Booster Shots
An influential federal advisory panel has soundly rejected a plan to offer Pfizer booster shots against COVID-19 to most Americans. The vote Friday, 16-2, was a blow to the Biden administration's effort to shore up people's protection against the virus amid the highly...
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Pfizer Recalls All Lots of Anti-Smoking Drug Chantix
Pfizer is expanding the recall of its anti-smoking drug Chantix (varenicline), the company announced Friday. The nationwide recall of all Chantix 0.5 mg and 1 mg tablets was prompted because they may contain levels of a nitrosamine, N-nitroso-varenicline, that are at or...
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Moderna COVID Vaccine Edges Pfizer in New Research
A new study released by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday is the latest to suggest the Moderna COVID vaccine confers better long-term protection against hospitalization than Pfizer. CDC researchers conducted an analysis of nearly 3,689 adults...
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Common Eye Conditions Tied to Higher Dementia Risk
Diseases that can rob you of vision as you age also appear to be tied to an increased risk for dementia, a new study finds. Specifically, age-related macular degeneration, cataracts and diabetes-related eye disease were linked with a higher likelihood of dementia,...
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Flu is Ready for a Comeback, Get Your Shot
Health officials are bracing for a viral double whammy this fall and winter." This year, we expect influenza and COVID-19 to circulate at the same time," said Dr. Jonathan Grein, director of hospital epidemiology at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. That's why Grein and his...
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The Surprising Health Benefits of Cashews
Delicious, buttery-flavored cashews are the most popular nut in America. Besides being so tasty and versatile, they also pack a nutritional punch. Despite the popular myth that cashews cause weight gain, the truth is snacking on cashews or adding them to salads and other...
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COVID-19 Booster Debate Moves to FDA Vaccine Advisory Committee
The debate over whether Americans should receive a booster dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine moves to a panel of independent expert advisers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday.
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US Moves to Block Purdue Pharma Opioid Settlement
The Justice Department has challenged a plan that would dissolve Purdue Pharma, manufacturer of the OxyContin drug that has been blamed for the country's opioid crisis, while shielding its founders from lawsuits.The government wants the settlement, which was approved this...
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Many Parkinson's Patients Unaware of Strategies to Improve Walking
Movement can be very difficult for people with Parkinson's disease, as shaking and stiffness play havoc with balance, coordination and gait.There are many different tricks Parkinson's patients can use to improve their walking and avoid injury from a bad tumble - but a new...
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Cholesterol-Lowering Statin May Help Fight Ulcerative Colitis
Millions of people take statins to lower their cholesterol, and new research suggests these drugs may also ease ulcerative colitis. An inflammatory bowel disease with no real cure, ulcerative colitis causes sore spots on the lining of the colon that can lead to rectal...
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COVID-19 Patients in ICUs Haunted by Regret
Intensive care units in hospitals across the country are filled with patients suffering from COVID-19. Many are hooked up to life support systems, and regret that they didn't heed expert advice to get vaccinated against the virus or take mitigation measures. "If I would have...
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Social Support Key in Those at Risk for Alcoholism
Even when genetics and personality are working against you, having a strong network of supportive friends and family may help lower alcoholism risk, researchers say. "Genes play an important role in alcohol use," stressed Jinni Su, an assistant professor of psychology at...
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Moderna Says COVID-19 Vaccine Protection Wanes, Makes Case for Booster
New data from Moderna Inc's large COVID-19 vaccine trial shows that the protection it offers wanes over time, supporting the case for booster doses, the company said in a news release on Wednesday. "This is only one estimate, but we do believe this means as you look toward...
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Can Kids be Harmed Wearing Masks to Protect Against COVID?
No, there is no scientific evidence showing masks cause harm to kids' health despite baseless claims suggesting otherwise. The claims are circulating on social media and elsewhere just as virus outbreaks are hitting many reopened U.S. schools - particularly those without...
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Is a Combo COVID/Flu Shot on the Way?
During the next few weeks or months, you might find yourself dropping by the doctor's office or pharmacy to get your annual flu shot along with a dose of COVID vaccine. Unfortunately, you'll have to get two individual jabs. Though at least two drug companies are working on a...
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LA County Issues Health Order Requiring Proof of COVID Vax in Bars
Los Angeles County has issued a new health order requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter indoor bars and wineries.
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House Panel Rejects Drug Pricing Plan in Setback to Biden
A House committee dealt an ominous setback Wednesday to President Joe Biden's social and environment package, derailing a money-saving plan to let Medicare negotiate the price it pays for prescription drugs.The House Energy and Commerce Committee vote to drop the proposal...
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CDC: Adult Obesity Rates on Rise
The number of states with an adult obesity rate above 35% has almost doubled since 2018, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which was released on Wednesday.
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Study: Sleep 'Sweet Spot' Helps Prevent Alzheimer's Disease
Getting too much - or too little - sleep can lead to Alzheimer's disease. A new study published in the journal JAMA Neurology examined the role of sleep in the accumulation of brain amyloid plaque buildup, cognitive performance, and other factors involved in brain...
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1 in 500 Americans Have Died of COVID-19
The pandemic has taken the lives of 663,913 people in the U.S. That is 1 in 500 Americans who have perished from COVID-19, according to the latest statistics from the United States Census Bureau. The agency's April figures show a total U.S. population of 331.4...
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COVID Vaccines for Kids Under 12 Could Come This Fall: Fauci
Many parents hoping for COVID-19 vaccines for their children younger than 12 may get their wish this fall, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci. The vaccines could be authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration this fall for children ages 5 to 11, Fauci told CNN on...