Heading into the hottest part of summer, many people are looking for ways to stay fresh and clean amid high temperatures. When preparing for summer activities, following some simple personal hygiene tips can make a big difference, according to dermatologists. From skin and hair maintenance to sleep routines and fragrances, below are some recommendations from...
The United States’ rate of measles infections in 2024 is more than triple that of 2023, despite almost half the year still remaining. There have been 188 reported cases of measles in the U.S. this year, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated on Thursday. It’s a significant increase from...
During a live address on Wednesday night, President Biden spoke of his decision to exit the 2024 race, endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, and announced his intent to stay in office for the rest of his term, which is 178 days at this point. He did not, however, mention his health...
Most people have experienced that moment of discomfort when they realize a bug has wound up where it shouldn’t be — in their windpipe. That includes Taylor Swift, who on more than one occasion has accidentally swallowed a bug while performing on stage in front of thousands of people. It can be a startling and...
Tracking the UV has become a trend among some young adults — namely members of Gen Z, who are looking for optimal sun exposure. The UV index is a daily forecast that measures the intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. The numbers range from 1, the lowest exposure, to 11+, which indicates extreme...
With the number of Americans over age 65 expected to skyrocket by 47% between 2022 and 2050, there is a growing emphasis on living well — not just long — into the senior years. Two gerontologists from Home Instead, a national in-home senior care provider owned by Honor Company in San Francisco, shared their top...
Twice-yearly shots used to treat AIDS were 100% effective in preventing new infections in women, according to study results published Wednesday. There were no infections in the young women and girls that got the shots in a study of about 5,000 in South Africa and Uganda, researchers reported. In a group given daily prevention pills,...
Whether it’s the dog days of summer or a cold snap in the dead of winter, extreme temperatures tend to bring people’s activities to a halt — including doctors’ appointments. Seniors in particular are more likely to skip their scheduled medical visits if it’s too hot or too cold, according to a study from the...
Since the United Arab Emirates witnessed its heaviest recorded rainfall ever three months ago, the desert nation has issued a multitude of warnings about dengue which, activists say, has surged and struck hardest among the vast populations of laborers. The tropical disease, spread by mosquitoes, has witnessed a worldwide spike. The World Health Organization declared...
A female hiker died on Sunday on a trail near near Quail Creek State Park in southern Utah, according to local reports. The woman, 56, who was not identified in the report, had sent out a distress call regarding lack of water and high temperatures, but by the time police arrived, she was unresponsive and...
