Tag: disease prevention
It turns out Alzheimer’s might begin in body inflammation, not the brain.
For decades, when we thought about Alzheimer's disease, our minds immediately pictured a battle raging exclusively within the brain. Rogue proteins, amyloid plaques, and...
A Kent family is utterly heartbroken after a meningitis death.
A shadow has fallen over a Kent family, a profound and unimaginable grief that leaves us all searching for words. News of a life...
Possible measles exposure at an eastern Iowa hotel.
Imagine checking into a hotel, ready for a weekend getaway or a quick business trip. The last thing on your mind is a public...
A measles case has turned up in Georgia.
A ripple of concern has spread across Georgia as public health officials confirm a case of measles within the state. For many, measles feels...
Bay Area county reports first measles case in over a decade: An unvaccinated child
A disturbing public health alert has emerged from a Bay Area county, shattering over a decade of peace from a highly contagious, yet entirely...
New flu variant in SoCal has health experts worried.
Southern California, a hub of vibrant activity, is currently at the center of growing concern among health officials. A new flu variant has emerged,...
Whooping cough is going way up because fewer kids are getting their shots.
Once a ghost of the past, a disease largely relegated to history books thanks to effective vaccines, whooping cough is making a troubling comeback....
‘Winter vomiting disease’ on the rise in the US: Key symptoms and precautions
A highly contagious gastrointestinal illness, commonly dubbed ‘winter vomiting disease,’ is reportedly surging across various regions of the United States. With healthcare facilities bracing...
Why Genetics Matters More Than Ever: Dr. Annie Hasan Explains
The landscape of healthcare is undergoing a profound transformation, shifting from a reactive approach to a proactive, highly personalised model. At the heart of...
A resident at a Washington senior living facility has tested positive for tuberculosis.
A recent development in a Washington senior living facility has brought tuberculosis (TB) back into public health conversations, particularly concerning vulnerable populations. A resident...
Canada could soon lose its measles-free status, and the US might, too.
Remember measles? For many of us in North America, it’s a disease we thought was relegated to history books, a scary ghost from childhood...
The government shutdown is causing many CDC experts to skip a crucial infectious disease meeting.
Imagine a critical huddle where the world's top infectious disease fighters gather, sharing vital intel, spotting new threats, and strategizing defenses. Now imagine key...
