Tag Archives: Symptoms

Sometimes it’s pretty obvious that it’s time to head to the emergency room, but others…you might not be so sure. You may start to second-guess yourself: Is it really that serious? Especially for women, who are 35 percent more likely to skip or delay care, according to a 2024 Deloitte survey, it’s important to know when something is truly an …

Vitamin D supplements and heart, kidney damage risk: Symptoms, risks and everything you need to know  The Times of India Dietitians on How To Get Your Vitamin D Dose—No Sun Required  Vogue Vitamin D deficiency can increase the risk of pancreatic cancer; know key symptoms  The Times of India Vitamin D deficiency is widespread – but overusing supplements can also be dangerous  The Conversation …

Strokes are a leading cause of death in the US, with nearly 800,000 people experiencing one every year. On average, a stroke occurs every 40 seconds in the country. These numbers are jarring and scary, especially for folks who have a family history of stroke or who have risk factors like high blood pressure and certain heart conditions. But you …

Summary: Eye exams could help detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms arise. By studying mice with a common genetic mutation, researchers found abnormal changes in retinal blood vessels that paralleled brain changes linked to dementia risk. Because the retina functions as an accessible extension of the brain, these findings highlight its potential as a powerful biomarker. The research paves the …

Long Covid symptoms similar to levels seen in stroke survivors, researchers find  The Independent Long COVID is more than fatigue. Our new study suggests its impact is similar to a stroke or Parkinson’s  The Conversation Devastating symptoms of long Covid compared to degenerative disease by new study  The Independent COVID reinfection may raise risk of persistent symptoms by 35%  CIDRAP Incidence of Long COVID …

Every summer for the past several years, including this summer, COVID cases have increased throughout the United States as people spend time in air-conditioned spaces and as summer travel peaks. It is expected that COVID cases will continue to rise as kids head back to school, and then reach a peak in early September. “Most of those COVID-19 [infections] are …

Eating disorders can affect anybody, no matter their age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status or body size. Yet the myth that eating disorders are “diseases of affluence” persists, and can mean those from wealthier backgrounds are more likely to receive a diagnosis and be able to access treatment. In fact, people who experience socioeconomic disadvantage may be more at risk of …

California resident tests positive for plague in Lake Tahoe, officials say. What are the symptoms and how common is it?  yahoo.com Tahoe resident tests positive for plague; officials urge outdoor caution  KRNV South Lake Tahoe resident tests positive for bubonic plague: Infectious disease experts explain what to know  ABC7 San Francisco California resident tests positive for the plague after camping, officials say  The Guardian …

Air conditioners have been working overtime this hot summer, from those tiny window units to the massive AC towers that serve the tightly packed apartment buildings in major cities. And while they bring the relief of cool air, these contraptions also create the conditions for dangerous bacteria to multiply and spread. One particularly nasty bacteria-borne illness is currently spreading in …

Colon cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, is increasingly affecting younger individuals. Those born in 1990 face twice the risk compared to those born in 1950. Changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, and persistent fatigue are crucial warning signs. Early diagnosis and awareness are vital for improved treatment outcomes and survival. Colon cancer is …