How to Stay Safe as Measles Cases Emerge in NYC

How to Stay Safe as Measles Cases Emerge in NYC

By Eliza Fawcett, Healthbeat, THE CITY  With measles cases on the rise in the United States, public health experts in New York are encouraging vaccination against the highly contagious virus. Measles spreads easily and can lead to serious complications, or death, among those who are unvaccinated. New York City has confirmed two cases of measles […]

America Faces the Worst Flu Season in 15 Years

America Faces the Worst Flu Season in 15 Years

By Sunita Sohrabji, Ethnic Media Services Vaccine skepticism, public policy changes, misinformation, and a fear of deportation has created the perfect storm for a severe flu season, say experts. Vaccine skepticism, along with a more virulent strain of the influenza virus, is contributing to an extremely difficult season for the common flu. The Centers for […]

Pneumonia: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Pneumonia: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

By Janet Howard Pneumonia is a serious respiratory infection that affects the lungs, causing inflammation in the air sacs, which may fill with fluid or pus. It can range from mild to life-threatening, particularly in vulnerable populations such as infants, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Understanding the symptoms, causes, and available treatments […]

Nationwide Recall of Canned Tuna Over Botulism Risk, FDA Warns

Nationwide Recall of Canned Tuna Over Botulism Risk, FDA Warns

To protect consumers, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a nationwide recall of canned tuna sold at grocery stores due to a potential botulism risk. The affected products, made using tuna sourced from Tri-Union Seafoods, are sold under popular brand names, including Genova, Van Camp’s, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s. The recall spans dozens […]

Why Hire the Personal Injury Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates

Why Hire the Personal Injury Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates

By www.311personalinjury.com When considering a law firm to handle a personal injury matter, it is crucial to select a team that has the experience, dedication, and resources to ensure the best possible outcome. Figeroux & Associates stands out as an exceptional choice for potential clients dealing with personal injury cases due to their proven expertise, […]

The State of the COVID-19 Pandemic

The State of the COVID-19 Pandemic

By Esther Claudette Gittens As of January 27, 2025, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose significant challenges globally and within the United States. This analysis provides an overview of the current state of the pandemic, the cumulative impact up to the end of 2024, and projections for 2025.   Cumulative Impact as of December 31, […]

FDA bans Red 3 dye from food and drugs – a scientist explains the artificial color’s health risks and long history

FDA bans Red 3 dye from food and drugs – a scientist explains the artificial color’s health risks and long history

By: Lorne J. Hofseth |Editorial credit: Scott Habermann / Shutterstock.com Red 3 – also called FD&C Red No. 3, erythrosine or E127 – has been widely used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals since its FDA approval in 1969. You’ve likely encountered Red 3 before. It’s a common additive to many candies, beverages, baked goods, cereals, maraschino […]

HHS Nominee Robert Kennedy Jr., Would Be a Disaster for Public Health, Predict Experts

HHS Nominee Robert Kennedy Jr., Would Be a Disaster for Public Health, Predict Experts

By Sunita Sohrabji, EthicMediaServices | Editorial credit: Ringo Chiu / shutterstock.com  Critics believe Kennedy is unfit to serve as Health and Human Services Secretary, because he will gut funding for public health research. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to head up Health and Human Services is likely to gut public health research, […]