A 64-year-old woman in New South Wales, Australia, arrived at a hospital in January 2021 with a confounding set of symptoms. She reported three weeks of abdominal pain, a dry cough and night sweats. Tests revealed lesions in the woman’s lungs, liver and spleen, and an abnormally high white blood cell count. The high white […]
By Will Atwater Last month, three people died as a result of infections from a category of bacteria you’ve likely never heard of: Vibrio. It is commonly present in coastal and brackish water, especially during warmer months. “There are almost 80 described species of Vibrio that live in the water,” said UNC Chapel Hill Institute […]
This is a rebroadcast of an earlier show (original air date April 18, 2023); no calls will be taken. Millions of people need blood transfusions each year. Some for surgery, others because they have a disease that requires certain parts of blood. There is no substitute for human blood — all transfusions use blood from […]
Being a little sore after your jab is a small price to pay to prevent influenza. Flu vaccines, much like diverse solutions in life, lack a one-size-fits-all approach. Indeed, an array of influenza vaccines is available each year, tailored to varying needs. Administration can occur through injection or nasal spray, with specific dosages designed for […]
Depending on what’s causing your stuffy nose, there are at-home, over-the-counter, and prescription remedies available as treatment. Nasal congestion, often referred to as a stuffy nose, results in discomfort and obstructed nasal breathing. This condition arises from the inflammation or dilation of blood vessels in the nasal lining, causing the tissue to swell. This inflammatory […]
Give your immune system a fighting chance. When afflicted with the flu, the genuine remedy lies in rest and the passage of time. Magical elixirs of food and drink won’t instantaneously dispel your symptoms. However, prioritizing proper hydration and consumption of nourishing edibles can contribute to preventing the exacerbation of your current condition. This practice […]
The CDC says August is just a bit too soon. Influenza stands as a respiratory ailment originating from viral infection, renowned for its remarkable transmissibility. Data provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals an annual incidence of influenza affecting approximately 8% of the United States populace. Remarkably, modern medicine has blessed […]
Low vaccination rates, increased susceptibility to infection, and more holiday gatherings could be behind the spike in hospitalizations. FAST FACTS During a press briefing on December 5, Rochelle Walensky, MD, who serves as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), conveyed that this year’s influenza vaccine demonstrates a significant alignment with […]
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It’s not just because you got the shot. Obtaining your annual influenza vaccination stands as the primary and pivotal measure in safeguarding yourself and your dear ones against an inevitable flu season. In general, the influenza vaccine tends to induce only minor and transient side effects—such as weariness, headaches, muscle soreness, and a slight elevation […]