Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Study predicts 2018 flu vaccine will likely have 20 percent efficacy

A new study of 6,610 human flu sequences predicts that this fall’s flu vaccine will likely have the same reduced efficacy against the dominant circulating strain of influenza A as the vaccine given in 2016 and 2017 due to viral mutations related to vaccine production in eggs. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on April 19, 2018

Pregnant moms and their offspring should limit added sugars in their diets to protect childhood cognition

A new study has determined that poorer childhood cognition occurred, particularly in memory and learning, when pregnant women or their offspring consumed greater quantities of sugar. Substituting diet soda for sugar-sweetened versions during pregnancy also appeared to have negative effects. However, children’s fruit consumption had beneficial effects and was associated with higher cognitive scores. Read […]

Published on April 19, 2018

Young victims of cyberbullying twice as likely to attempt suicide and self-harm, study finds

Children and young people under 25 who are victims of cyberbullying are more than twice as likely to self-harm and enact suicidal behavior, according to a new study. The research also suggests the perpetrators themselves are at higher risk of experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors as well. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on April 19, 2018