About one in 10 people experience bloating after meals, usually in the form of gas or uncomfortable feelings of fullness in the abdomen. As a gastroenterologist and associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, I’m often asked: what causes bloating and how can I stop it? Understanding bloating is tricky because there are so … Read more
March 29, 2023 4:14 pm ET A Covid-19 antigen rapid test kit in Canton, Georgia on May 1. Photo: Robin Rayne/Zuma Press It’s 2023, and I still have to take a Covid test every week. When Covid vaccines first became available two years ago, my rheumatologist, dermatologist and primary care physician were all concerned that … Read more
Dark vertical stripes on the nail can indicate trauma or even skin cancer Although swelling can be a sign of heart problems or lymphatic drainage problems You may not think it, but your feet can tell you a lot about your health. From cracked heels and calluses to more serious issues, such as swelling, they … Read more
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signed a bill Wednesday banning gender-affirming care for minorsjoining at least 10 other states that have enacted laws restricting or prohibiting medically supported treatment for transgender youth. The bill prohibits those under 18 from being prescribed hormone therapy and fully reversible puberty blockers. It also … Read more
Children with dogs and cats at home were less likely to develop food allergies than other children, according to a study published Wednesday. The study, led by Dr Hisao Okabe of Fukushima Medical University, followed more than 66,000 children who were part of the Japan Children’s Environment Study. By analyzing questionnaires, researchers tracked pet exposure … Read more
Experts from the World Health Organization have issued a dire warning about our ever-end the battle against dangerous bacteria :The pipeline of new antibiotics, especially those that can treat drug-resistant bacteria, is dry run. It is currently thought that around two dozen candidates to treat important infections are in clinical trials, with even fewer potential … Read more
Three people die of a mysterious disease causing nosebleeds in Burundi The disease swept through the landlocked nation killing 3 people in 3 days Health chiefs reportedly rule out mystery disease like Ebola or Marburg The cases were all recorded in Migwa, in the Baziro region of northern Burundi. By Emily Stearn, health reporter for … Read more
Scientific photo library | Scientific photo library | Getty Images If you have a food allergy, you are probably already aware of it. Many people are allergic to nuts and shellfish and were born with the allergy or developed it with age. Although you are careful about the foods you are allergic to, you may … Read more
Very few people look forward to their first colonoscopy once they reach age 45, the age at which colon cancer screening should begin for people at average risk. This is one of the reasons Cologuard was developed. This is a totally non-invasive way to screen for colon cancer. It’s important to note that it’s not … Read more
We still have more to learn about one of the the oldest drugs in the world: aspirin. In research this week, researchers say they have found out more about how the drug reduces inflammation. The findings could ppave the way for creating similar but safer treatments for inflammation and possibly even cancer, the team says. … Read more
