Month: September 2023

Sleeping On The Job: New Analysis Finds Optimal Night Shift Nap Strategy

Just like Superman recharges in his Fortress of Solitude, new research suggests that night shift workers can recharge with a well-timed nap. A recent analysis of studies on night shift napping has uncovered the perfect snoozing schedule to fend off fatigue and drowsiness during all-nighters. Think of it as your secret weapon for surviving those […]

Published on September 15, 2023

CDC: Gear Up for Winter — COVID, Flu, RSV on Their Way

It’s time to gear up for winter because three formidable foes are on the horizon: COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Picture this: a snowy landscape where each virus represents a different type of winter hazard. COVID-19 is like an icy blizzard, spreading rapidly and potentially causing severe illness. The flu swoops in like […]

Published on September 15, 2023

US NIH Begins Human Trials of Universal Flu Vaccine

The amazing folks over at the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) have launched a super exciting study to test their new flu vaccine called FluMos-v2. This vaccine aims to protect against six different strains of the influenza virus, including four strains of influenza A. Think of it like having a superhero shield that defends […]

Published on September 15, 2023