FDA Authorizes Additional Oral Antiviral for Treatment of COVID-19 in Certain Adults
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for Merck’s molnupiravir for the treatment of mild-to-moderate coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in adults with positive results of direct SARS-CoV-2 viral testing, and who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19, including hospitalization or death, and for whom alternative COVID-19 treatment options authorized […]
More Than 100 Health Companies to Take Center Stage at CES
In-person CES will showcase COVID-19 solutions, digital therapeutics, telehealth and more The health category has grown significantly at CES in recent years. CES® 2022 will convene leaders in health tech and showcase the latest products and solutions tackling the pandemic and improving people’s health. More than 100 health companies will exhibit at 2022 happening in person in Las Vegas, NV from January 5-8. The […]
Moderna says COVID-19 booster shot offers protection against Omicron (Yahoo Finance)
Yahoo Finance Yahoo Finance’s Anjalee Khemlani explains the latest coronavirus news as Moderna announces the results of its booster vaccine dose against the Omicron variant, COVID-19 cases rise, and Europe braces for lockdowns.
Wake Up Refreshed
Simple ways to begin your morning (Family Features) Ready, set, go. Just as you would set off at the starting line of a race, this hectic pace is how mornings begin for many men and women. Instead of waking with dread to face another hectic morning, consider these tips for a healthier way to ease […]
Top Tips to Get Ready to Run
(Family Features) You’ve made the decision to get in shape, and whether your goal is a full marathon or simply a few laps around the neighborhood, there are a few steps to consider taking before you strap on those shoes and head toward the finish line. Here are a few tips to help get you […]
Debunking Common Misconceptions About Gout
(Family Features) When many people think of gout, they often picture swelling and pain in the big toe. However, gout – an extremely painful form of inflammatory arthritis – can occur in any joint when high levels of uric acid in the blood lead to the formation of urate crystals. If your body creates […]
Physicians from The Old North State Medical Society Share “10 Tips to Stay Safe During the Holidays”
Everyone is anxiously awaiting life to bounce back after the pandemic ends and to “get back to normal;” however, the persistence of COVID-19 and the Delta and Omicron variants is slowing our return to “business as usual.” During this holiday season, many people are making plans to travel and gather with family and friends, which […]
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others
Veritasium Mosquitoes are attracted to me and it’s likely due to my genes. This video is sponsored by 23andMe https://23andme.com/veritasium Huge thanks to Prof. Immo Hansen and team: http://ve42.co/hansen References: Genome Wide Association Study for self-reported mosquito attractiveness: http://ve42.co/MossieGWAS The twin study showing correlated attractiveness is stronger for identical twins: http://ve42.co/MossieTwins
5 Easy Ways to Enhance Digestive Health
(Family Features) As your social schedule picks up steam and you attend more social gatherings and celebrations, you may find yourself with an unexpected issue: digestive troubles. Problems like this can have a negative impact on your overall wellness, so it’s important to make healthy digestion a priority. According to Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science […]
Managing Blurry Near Vision As You Age
(Family Features) If you find yourself using a brighter light to read, holding your favorite book at arm’s length, or squinting to see up close, you are not alone. Approximately 128 million people in the United States have presbyopia, or age-related blurry near vision, a common and progressive eye condition affecting most people over 40.1,2 […]