CDC panel recommends updated COVID vaccines. Shots could be ready this week

Americans may soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday endorsed the new shots for everyone 6 months of age and older. The agency’s director is expected to sign off on the panel’s recommendation. The vaccines could be available this week. The severity […]

King of Morocco visits earthquake patients at Marrakech , kissing one on head and donating blood

MARRAKECH, Morocco —  Morocco’s king showed solidarity with his suffering nation Tuesday as it counts the dead from a powerful earthquake, visiting some of the injured at a hospital not far from the epicenter and rolling up a sleeve to donate his royal blood. King Mohammed VI inspected the hospital bearing his name in the city […]

University of Kentucky’s cardiovascular scientist recognized for excellence in hypertension research

The University of Kentucky’s Vice President for Research and leading cardiovascular scientist is being recognized for her foundational work in the field of hypertension with a prestigious award from the American Heart Association (AHA). Lisa Cassis, Ph.D., a professor in the College of Medicine’s Department of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences, has been continuously funded by […]

American College of Cardiology targets preventable heart disease with new screening campaign

“Cardiovascular disease is preventable in many cases, and early identification of risk is essential, especially for people at high risk,” ACC Chief Medical Officer Richard Kovacs, MD, said in a statement. “Through this program we’re transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health for all by ensuring clinicians are informed of the latest screening recommendations and […]

66% of Diet-Related Cardiovascular Deaths Are Due to a Low Consumption of Plant-Based Foods

A poor diet is a major risk factor for heart disease. A recent analysis of over half a million Chinese adults found that more than two-thirds of diet-related cardiovascular deaths can be attributed to low intakes of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and nuts, while a low intake of fruit was the leading dietary risk factor […]

National blood supply at ‘critically low levels,’ Red Cross says

The American Red Cross announced this week that the national blood supply has fallen to ‘critically low levels.’ The organization said the blood supply dropped nearly 25% since early August. The American Red Cross provides the country with 40% of its blood supply, totaling around 2,500 hospitals and transfusion centers. A number of factors are causing this […]

National blood supply at ‘critically low levels’, Red Cross says

The American Red Cross announced this week that the national blood supply has fallen to ‘critically low levels’. The organization said the blood supply dropped nearly 25% since early August. The American Red Cross provides the country with 40% of its blood supply, totaling around 2,500 hospitals and transfusion centers. A number of factors are causing this […]

This Is How Long Covid Lasts Now, According to Doctors

COVID-19 INFECTIONS affect everyone differently. Some people have mild symptoms or none at all, while others become severely ill. Some feel poorly for just a few days or up to a week, and others have lingering symptoms for months. It all depends on several factors, including your overall health. “The length that someone experiences Covid […]