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After predictable upticks in the winter with more people indoors, COVID-19 cases are increasing modestly in the U.S. during the summer.

Why are people suddenly getting COVID-19 this summer? Insight into the uptick.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued recommendations on Thursday that nearly all Americans over 6 months old get an updated COVID-19 and flu shot this fall. The CDC said that as soon as updated COVID-19 shots from Moderna, Novavax and Pfizer are available later this year, the public should get an updated vaccine, regardless of past vaccination status.

CDC recommends updated COVID-19, flu shots this fall

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Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer  COVID infections appear to be increasing, which may have you curious about the latest guidance surrounding the virus.Guidelines have changed over time, including recommendations regarding masking, testing, and prevention.Testing soon after experiencing COVID symptoms and wearing masks indoors if you’re high risk are among best practices, experts said. 
New COVID-19 variants KP.3 and KP.2 have surged to dominance in recent weeks, and the virus appears to be on the upswing in the United States.As of June 25, COVID infections are likely growing in 44 states, according the Centers for Disease...

COVID Cases May Be on the Rise—Here's How to Navigate the Virus This Summer

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NEW YORK (AP) — With fresh COVID-19 cases bubbling up in some parts of the country, health officials are setting course for a fall vaccination campaign. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday recommended new shots for all Americans this fall. Officials acknowledged the need for shots...

As COVID-19 ticks up in some places, US health officials recommend a fall vaccination campaign

Medically reviewed by Anisha Shah, MDMedically reviewed by Anisha Shah, MDHypertension, also known as high blood pressure, affects 48.1% of adults in the United States. Having high blood pressure can be serious, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health conditions. Thankfully, in addition to medications and other treatment methods, there are some lifestyle adjustments you can make to help manage it. One includes eating a diet rich in foods that can help lower your blood pressure. Overall, a blood pressure-friendly diet involves limiting saturated and trans fats, sodium, and excess sugar and replacing them with foods like fruits,...

10 Foods That Can Help Lower Your Blood Pressure

The US Sun

HARROWING footage shows a student acting “possessed” while ill in bed, after her holiday hangover turned out to be deadly dengue fever. Cara Pyper had been in Bali, Indonesia, for two weeks when all of a sudden she began to feel “deathly unwell” as if she had been “hit by a bus”. The 22-year-old developed […]

Harrowing footage shows student, 22, ‘possessed’ after her ‘holiday hangover’ turned out to be killer ‘breakbone fever’

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Medically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MDMedically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MDKidneys filter waste and balance fluids in the body. Supporting kidney health is crucial for maintaining overall well-being, and supplements may be able to help. By providing essential nutrients, some supplements can enhance kidney function and reduce the risk of nutritional deficiencies.That may be especially true for people with kidney disease, who often experience nutrient deficiencies due to reduced kidney function, dietary restrictions, and the effects of medications. Common deficiencies among people with kidney issues include vitamin D, iron, calcium, and B vitamins. Addressing these deficiencies through supplements...

8 Supplements That Support Kidney Health

Medically reviewed by Aviv Joshua, MSMedically reviewed by Aviv Joshua, MSMelons (Cucumis melo L.) belong to the Cucurbitaceae family, along with cucumbers and squash. They grow in temperate to tropical regions worldwide. In the United States, the most common types of melons are the inodorous variety—which includes honeydew— and the reticulatous variety—which includes cantaloupe.Honeydew has a round to slightly oval shape and is the sweetest-tasting melon. It has white or yellow skin, and the white-skinned variety is sweeter. Its light green, soft, and juicy flesh contains seeds that are usually removed before eating. The inodorous variety of melons lacks the...

Is Honeydew or Cantaloupe Better For Your Health?

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer  A new study out of Sweden found that having a tattoo was linked to a 21% increased risk of lymphoma.The size of a tattoo didn’t factor into a person’s chances of developing lymphoma.Experts uninvolved in the study said more research is necessary to understand how tattoo ink might influence cancer risk.
A new study suggests a link between tattoos and an increased risk of developing malignant lymphoma, a blood cancer that affects the lymphatic system.The claim comes from research published in May in the journal eClinicalMedicine, which found that having a...

New Study Links Tattoos With Increased Risk of Blood Cancer—Here’s What to Know

Medically reviewed by Stella Bard, MDMedically reviewed by Stella Bard, MDAnkylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects the joints and bones at the base of the spine. It leads to pain and stiffness that can significantly impair daily activities. It can also affect other body areas, including the eyes, heart, and lungs.AS affects about 1% of people. While there's no cure, self-care strategies like regular exercise, a nutritious diet, and stress management can help reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.Engage in Regular ExerciseResearch has shown that a combination of aerobic, strength, stretching, and balancing exercises...

Ankylosing Spondylitis Self-Care Strategies

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Douglas, GA

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A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, NDMedically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, NDOzone is an odorless, colorless, and highly reactive gas made of three oxygen atoms (O3). Some researchers and clinicians propose that ozone therapy can treat certain medical conditions, such as immune system disorders, diabetes, arthritis, and wounds or infections.However, the effectiveness of ozone therapy is still being researched, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) currently believes that ozone therapy doesn't have enough proven effects for medical purposes. More research is required to better understand the applications of ozone therapy, its efficacy, the best way to administer it, and any...

What Is Ozone Therapy—and Is It Safe?

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer  A new study found that the vast majority of dark chocolate products tested contained levels of lead and cadmium that didn’t exceed acceptable levels.The authors concluded that dark chocolate is safe for adults and may pose a slight risk to younger children who consume more than two bars a week.Dark chocolate can be a source of nutrition but eating too much could have negative impacts, some experts said.
There’s some good news for dark chocolate lovers: The sweet treat doesn’t pose a health risk for adults, a recent study found. For the...

Dark Chocolate Can Contain Heavy Metals—But Do You Really Need to Worry About Eating It?

New York Post

A British content creator on vacation in Bali thought she had come down with the flu — but she had actually contracted dengue fever, a viral infection spread by mosquitoes that can be fatal if left untreated.

“I genuinely thought I had the flu, and I was expecting it to go fairly quickly,” Emma Cox, 27, told the Daily Mail on Thursday.

There’s been a record surge in dengue cases in Latin America and the Caribbean, while Europe is also experiencing a spike. France is doing what it can to prevent an outbreak at the Paris Olympics, which starts next month.



Nearly 2,000 dengue...

I thought I had come down with the flu on vacation — it was dengue fever

Medically reviewed by Daniel Combs, MDMedically reviewed by Daniel Combs, MDWhooping cough, medically known as pertussis, is a bacterial infection that can lead to extreme coughing fits. Caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria, whooping cough infections are very contagious. They can spread through respiratory droplets or when you touch your nose or mouth after touching an infected surface. Whooping cough most commonly affects children, but adults can get it too—especially if they are not fully vaccinated against the infection.After exposure to whooping cough, symptoms may not appear for several days or weeks. The condition often resembles a common cold in the...

Signs and Symptoms of Whooping Cough

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People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

The Hill

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its RSV vaccine guidance for seniors for this upcoming respiratory viral season, saying the new recommendations are meant to simplify decision-making for patients and clinicians. The new guidance recommends that everyone over the age of 75 get the RSV vaccine, as well as anyone aged 60…

CDC issues simplified RSV vaccine guidance for seniors

Insider

Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is rare but deadly. Since there is no vaccine, health experts suggest knowing the symptoms to watch for.

A sudden spike in cases of a rare infection often linked to flesh-eating bacteria is happening in Japan

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

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CDC Recommends Americans Get New COVID Shots—Here’s What to Know

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer  The CDC has recommended that Americans receive an updated COVID vaccine this fall, regardless of whether...

CDC Recommends Americans Get New COVID Shots—Here’s What to Know

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