Tag: Health
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What’s Behind the ‘Super Flu’ Surge: Symptoms and States Hit Hardest
Rising Flu Activity Across the United States Health officials are sounding the alarm as flu cases surge nationwide. Marketed in some circles as a “super flu,” the current wave has put a heavier burden on specific states while hospital systems in others brace for strain. The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and…
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Staying Healthy This Christmas: Clare Nurse’s Winter Health Tips
Overview: a season of extra caution As winter arrives, Clare Nurse, a trusted voice in community health, emphasizes that Christmas should be about joy, not illness. In Ireland’s Mid West, winter brings an uptick in respiratory infections and hospital admissions, but with proactive steps, many people can enjoy the holidays without unnecessary health risks. Clare’s…
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Free Walk-In Flu Vaccination Clinics for Children in Louth
Free Walk-In Flu Vaccination Clinics Open in Louth The Health Service Executive (HSE) has announced free walk-in flu vaccination clinics for children in County Louth. This season, families can access the LAIV nasal spray, a quick and painless option designed to protect children aged 2 to 17 years from influenza. What is LAIV and how…
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Mayo University Hospital: Avoid Visiting with Flu Symptoms
Rising flu-like cases prompt stricter visitor guidelines The Mayo University Hospital has announced a tightened visitor policy in response to a surge in flu-like symptoms across the community. In a statement released today, hospital officials urged anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms, such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath, to refrain from visiting patients until they…
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Tackling Unsustainable Food Systems for Health and Climate Gains
Why unsustainable food systems matter for health and the climate The latest synthesis in Frontiers in Science makes a compelling case that our changing food environment is more than a nutrition issue—it’s a planetary health crisis. The review highlights how unsustainable food systems contribute to rising obesity rates while exacerbating environmental harms such as greenhouse…
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Tackling Unsustainable Food Systems for Health and Climate Benefits
Introduction: The double-edged challenge of our food environment Recent evidence summarized in a major Frontiers in Science review highlights a critical reality: our changing food environment is fueling both rising obesity and mounting environmental harms. Tackling unsustainable food systems is not just a health issue; it is a climate action imperative. By realigning what, how,…
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The Motorcyclist Fighting a Deadly Disease in the African Bush
From Survivor to frontline volunteer As a child, he faced one of the world’s most fearsome diseases and somehow survived. Today, that same resilience fuels his mission: to stop a little-known killer by reaching communities where medical help is scarce. Andrew Ochieng—like many who work on the edge of healthcare—has traded a quiet life for…
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When to Treat Sick Kids at Home During a Flu Surge: A Parent’s Guide
H2: Flu season is intensifying and hospitals are feeling the strain, especially with the holidays approaching. Health providers are urging parents to handle mild flu symptoms at home and limit gatherings to reduce transmission and protect vulnerable patients. Here’s a practical guide to deciding when to treat at home and when to seek medical care…
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5 Simple Steps to Stay Ill and Enjoy Christmas
Introduction: Why a healthy plan matters this festive season The holiday period can be a sprint of social events, late meals, and cozy gatherings. Coughing colleagues, crowded parties, and the ‘super flu’ chatter can all make you worry about staying well. By following five simple steps, you can strengthen your immune defences and enjoy Christmas…
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Giving Up Butter and Cheese for Heart Health? Why Cutting Saturated Fat Might Not Help Much
Rethinking Saturated Fat and Heart Health For decades, nutrition guidelines have urged people to limit saturated fats—most commonly found in butter, cheese, and fatty cuts of meat—to reduce heart disease risk. A growing body of research, however, is challenging that blanket directive. Recent analyses suggest that simply cutting saturated fat from a typical diet may…