Health

A raccoon killed by a family dog in the backyard of a Barrington home has tested positive for rabies, officials announced Monday. The incident happened on Aug. 18 and the borough’s animal control officer picked up the raccoon and had it tested at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Trenton, according to a statement from Camden County. The …

The mountain of evidence backing the health perks of the Mediterranean diet—one that highlights plant foods and fish, and de-emphasizes red and processed meats—just grew again. A study using data from more than 5,700 people gathered over 34 years found that the participants who stuck to the Mediterranean diet were less likely to wind up with dementia. But the biggest …

US CDC taps vaccine skeptic to lead COVID committee  Reuters ACIP member critical of COVID vaccines to lead review  CIDRAP Vaccine skeptic to lead CDC COVID immunization working group  The Hill Covid vaccine critic tapped to lead CDC advisory committee on shots  Seeking Alpha Covid Vaccine Opponent Tapped to Lead Federal Review Team  The New York Times Source link

Mornings are supposed to be a fresh start, right? You roll out of bed, grab your phone, maybe chug some coffee, and dive straight into the chaos of the day. But here’s the catch: your heart might not be as ready for that morning sprint as you are. In fact, cardiologists say the early hours after waking up are when …

Researchers in China studied university students’ diets and stool samples to examine how microplastics from takeout containers and bottled drinks affect gut health. Students who ate takeout meals more frequently had significantly higher levels of microplastics, along with gut bacteria changes linked to inflammation and poor health. While the study was small, researchers say it highlights the urgent need for …

Orthopedic surgeon tells women they can become “unbreakable”  Axios The key to aging powerfully | JJ Virgin  WFLA How To Overcome The Time Bombs Of Aging & Age Powerfully, From An MD  MindBodyGreen Dr. Vonda Wright Wants You to Age Like You Mean It  The Sunday Paper Source link

Leticia Paul, a 22-year-old law graduate from Lontras, Brazil, has passed away under harrowing and unexpected circumstances in less than 24 hours after undergoing a routine CT scan: a medical procedure she had previously undergone without any complications.  This time, however, the outcome was catastrophic, as the procedure caused her to have a lethal allergic reaction. Highlights Leticia Paul, 22, …

A new TikTok fitness trend has captured the attention of social media users by offering a workout that doesn’t require endless gym hours or punishing routines.  Known as the “6-6-6” walking challenge, it quickly became a favorite for those seeking weight loss, stress relief, and daily movement.  Trainers said the method fits into the growing demand for sustainable, low-impact fitness …

Eating THESE fruits and vegetables can DRASTICALLY cut GI cancer risk  Times of India Risk of colon cancer slashed by eating specific types of vegetables, study finds  Fox News Broccoli can have a protective effect against colon cancer, study reveals  Medical Xpress Lower your colorectal cancer risk by 20% by eating more of this food  nypost.com The 70p food linked to 20% lower risk …

Modern Dentistry Is a Microplastic Minefield  AOL.com Source link