Monthly Archives: August 2023

6 Health Benefits of Coffee

Iced or hot, coffee has loads of healthy perks. Enhancing, refining, and ensuring originality of the provided text: For countless enthusiasts of coffee, the experience transcends beyond the aromatic allure of freshly roasted beans and the velvety, opulent flavor profile. It encapsulates the daily ceremony of embarking upon each morning with a steaming chalice or […]

5 Places You Can Get a Flu Shot Without Insurance

You may be able to get vaccinated at little or no cost, even without health coverage. Emphasized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the imperative of receiving an annual influenza vaccination holds true for every individual aged 6 months and beyond. This recommendation stems from a recognition of the continually shifting characteristics […]

Eye Problems: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Learn about common eye problems, symptoms, and treatments that keep your eyes healthy. Maintaining optimal eye health is crucial for overall well-being, encompassing sharp vision, pain-free experiences, and unclouded eyes. As of 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that approximately 21 million individuals in the United States encountered vision-related issues. While […]

Flu Overview

Embrace the arrival of cooler weather, which unfortunately heralds the onset of flu season. This easily transmissible viral ailment gives rise to various discomforts such as elevated body temperature, nasal congestion, throat irritation, and general body pains. In some cases, it can even escalate to severe health hazards. While a definitive cure for the flu […]

David & Goliath: Zimbabwe opposition hopes to cause presidential upset

Harare, Zimbabwe – Mufaro Boroma became eligible to vote under Zimbabwean law two years ago, but she will not be voting in her country’s general elections on Wednesday. “I didn’t register to vote because I didn’t think my vote would change the outcome of the election,” the 20-year-old beauty therapist from Harare told Al Jazeera. […]

Blood donation opportunities at Kentucky State Fair via KBC

LOUISVILLE — Celebrating all things Kentucky, the Kentucky State Fair wouldn’t be complete without a chance to save local lives. Kentucky Blood Center will once again offer an opportunity for fairgoers to donate blood at the 2023 Kentucky State Fair. KBC will be in the south wing of the Kentucky Exposition Center in Health Horizons […]

Man with ‘blood on his hands’ seen after stabbing at Auckland apartment block

A homicide investigation is under way after a person was fatally stabbed at an apartment complex in Auckland’s CBD on Wednesday afternoon. The stabbing took place in the foyer of the building on Upper Queen St, according to an email sent to apartment residents. Do know more? Email [email protected] A nearby worker said he saw […]

Silent Consequences – COVID-19 Linked to the Onset of High Blood Pressure

An analysis of over 45,000 SARS-CoV-2 infected individuals revealed a notable link between the virus and new cases of persistent high blood pressure. Those with COVID-19, especially those over 40, men, Black adults, or with certain preexisting conditions, had a higher risk of developing high blood pressure compared to those with the influenza virus. A […]

Federal and state officials confirm specific brand of ice cream matches outbreak patients

The Food and Drug Administration has confirmed that “On the Go” ice cream cups are behind foodborne illnesses. The ice cream, made by Real Kosher Ice Cream of Brooklyn, NY, has been found to be contaminated with the same strain of Listeria monocytogenes as that found in samples from two patients. Both patients, one in […]