Month: September 2023

Day Care Bacteria Tied to Children’s Wheezing

Just like a clean classroom leads to better learning, a dust-free day care may lead to healthier lungs for children. A recent study has found that specific combinations of bacteria in day care settings can be linked to wheezing in young children, which is often an early sign of asthma. This discovery could help researchers […]

Published on September 12, 2023

CDC Panel Urges Broad Use of Updated COVID Vaccines

The CDC has given the green light for everyone aged six months and up to receive the updated COVID-19 vaccines. This recommendation opens the floodgates for a widespread vaccination campaign aimed at protecting as many people as possible. It’s like expanding a playground to accommodate kids of all ages, ensuring everyone gets a turn on […]

Published on September 12, 2023

Dementia Risk Rises as Activity Rates Fall

Just as keeping our bodies active keeps them strong, new research suggests that staying physically inactive can increase the risk of dementia, especially in seniors. A study observed almost 50,000 individuals over the age of 60 to examine the development of dementia. The results showed a clear correlation between inactivity and a higher likelihood of […]

Published on September 12, 2023