Babesiosis, a tick-borne illness, is on the rise in the northeastern and midwestern United States, according to a new report from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To do so, the CDC recommends wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and closed-toe shoes when outdoors, using an EPA-registered insect repellent, and avoiding wooded and brushy areas with high gr [...]

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States, and it is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the country. Unfortunately, the incidence of CRC in young adults is increasing rapidly, with some experts predicting that by 2030, it will be the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for people under 50.A report from the Am [...]

A new study published in the European Heart Journal Open has found a link between sleep deprivation and a higher risk of peripheral artery disease (PAD). Doctors say it's critical to stick to your best sleep hygiene for optimal health and well-being.0. "Short Sleep Duration Linked to Increased Risk for PAD" HealthDay News, 17 Mar. 2023, https://consumer.healthday.com/physician- [...]

Ozempic, otherwise known as semaglutide, is a medication developed to help manage Type 2 diabetes, but has recently gained attention for its drastic side effect: weight loss. After beginning to take the drug in February 2022, Schorr was able to fit into her wedding dress again and lose 50 pounds in 11 months.0. "How does Ozempic work?" Vox.com, 14 Mar. 2023, https://www.vox.com [...]

According to a research published in the March 17 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, the occurrence of babesiosis is on the rise in certain states, such as Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, and these states should be regarded as having endemic transmission. The best way to protect oneself is to avoid ticks and us [...]

According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third-most fatal form of cancer for both men and women in the United States. With early detection and prevention, we can reduce the number of deaths caused by colorectal cancer.0. "Woman diagnosed with colon cancer at 24 thought her symptoms were IBS" Yahoo Entertainment, 15 Mar. 2023, https://www.yahoo.com/ente [...]

Deep-learning is unlocking the potential to accurately predict cancer risk and survival rates in patients. Researchers at MIT have developed an AI model that can predict the risk of lung cancer up to six years in advance, allowing for early detection and increasing the chance of survival. This model can be used to tailor screening and monitoring of individuals at higher risk, a [...]

The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is widely seen as one of the most successful programs in global health history.0. "CDC: Number of people receiving lifesaving HIV treatment increased 300-fold in two decades" SILive.com, 14 Mar. 2023, https://www.silive.com/news/2023/03/cdc-number-of-people-receiving-lifesaving-hiv-treatment-increased-300-fold-in-tw [...]