Courtesy Utah Valley University A student passes “UVU” lettering on the Utah Valley University campus in Orem on the first day of classes Monday, Aug. 23, 2021. From the pressures of academic performance, social interactions and the transition into adulthood and personal independence, a student’s college years […]
Month: November 2023
Which over-the-counter medications work best for treating COVID-19?
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Since COVID-19 first spread rapidly around the world in 2020, we have significantly more options to reduce the symptoms and severity of the virus. COVID-19 symptoms usually begin in the first five days after exposure and can last up to 14 days. For many people, over-the-counter […]
2 Healthcare Stocks That Could Help Set You Up for Life
Some investors intend to hold shares of the companies they own for good, never having to sell them. This strategy makes sense. Warren Buffett, the man widely regarded as the greatest contemporary investor, is famous for saying that his favorite interesting period is “forever.” However, it isn’t always easy to […]
The 27 Cyber Monday fitness deals to shop before it’s too late
Cyber Monday is officially here and retailers are offering notable discounts across categories, including tech, beauty, home, kitchen, and subscription services. We compiled the best deals on fitness products that we think you’ll want to know about. We’ll continue updating you about new savings opportunities throughout the next few days. We also compiled a list of Black Friday […]
UNMC, Columbus hospital sign affiliation agreement to send more students to east-central Nebraska
The University of Nebraska Medical Center and Columbus Community Hospital have signed an affiliation agreement that will send more health professions students — in more health professions — to the east-central Nebraska community for training. The master affiliation agreement is similar to one the university reached this summer with Great […]
Long covid: What we now know about its causes and possible treatments
FOR many of us, the covid-19 pandemic is fading into memory. But for millions of people, that isn’t possible as they are still unwell. An illness that is often brief and mild is, for some, the start of a rollercoaster of symptoms that can last years. Today, around 65 million […]
While the world has abandoned Gaza, its doctors have done the opposite. They are our heroes | Ghada Ageel
In the movie Any Given Sunday, Al Pacino plays a highly strung football coach. In a key scene, he gives a speech about how “life is a game of inches” and how when “you add up all those inches that’s gonna make the difference between livin’ and dyin’”. For Pacino, […]
What would a DeSantis presidency look like for health care?
On the presidential campaign trail, Republican Ron DeSantis touts himself as a champion of medical freedom, outlawing vaccine mandates and protecting doctors who refuse to provide certain medical treatments on moral grounds. His record as Florida’s governor suggests a presidency that would prioritize individual freedom over public health, but his […]
Rocket misfire from Palestinian side likely cause of Gaza hospital blast: HRW | World News
Human Rights Watch (HRW) said on Sunday that evidence suggested a misfired rocket was the likely cause of an explosion that resulted in heavy casualties at a hospital in Gaza on Oct. 17. Wounded Palestinians Ahli Arab hospital at the al-Shifa hospital,(AP) The explosion at the Al-Ahli hospital triggered outrage […]
Best Home Healthcare: Ethos Home Health Care & Hospice – InForum
What is your favorite part of your job? “The most rewarding part of our work is knowing that our services can have a profound impact on the lives of our patients and clients,” Director Scott Holm said. “We provide care for patients wherever they call home, and as a dual […]
Fitbit Charge 6 review: A fun but flawed modern fitness tracker
Fitbit Charge 6: One minute review The Fitbit Charge 6 is Fitbit’s most advanced band-style fitness tracker. It has more features than the charming Fitbit Luxe, and even a few extras which the Fitbit Versa 4 lacks. In a certain light, the Fitbit Charge 6 seems like a shrunk-down, slightly […]
Peloton, Therabody, Alo and more
Black Friday is officially here, and retailers are offering notable discounts on fitness products during the event. Many of these sales run through Cyber Monday, and you can also find deals on gifts, Apple products and vacuums. We compiled the best deals on fitness products that we think you’ll want […]
Premature babies evacuated from Gaza’s Al-Shifa hospital, arrive in Egypt
Follow live updates The infants were evacuated from Al-Shifa days after the hospital began to suffer from power outages and dwindling supplies, including supplies of fuel, amid Israel’s bombardment of northern Gaza and as its forces battled with Palestinian militants in the area. Despite efforts to evacuate the facility in […]
Teamsters End Tiered Health Care at Anheuser-Busch, Restore Retiree Benefits
Press Contact: Kara Deniz Email: [email protected] Under concentrated pressure from Teamster members and the negotiating committee for more than a week, Anheuser-Busch has reached a tentative agreement with the union to restore retirement benefits for active and retired members and permanently end an unfair tiered structure to health care for active […]
New treatment helps restore sense of smell for some people
Share on PinterestSome people with long COVID have distortions in their smell of sense for months. F.J. Jimenez/Getty Images Some people with long COVID report lasting alterations to their sense of taste and smell. A new treatment might help these people regain those senses and restore quality of life. Experts […]
This Winter, Data Is Armor Against “Tripledemic” Healthcare Challenges
The fall and winter months present the healthcare system with a unique challenge: the simultaneous outbreak of influenza, Covid-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a “tripledemic” that dominated last year’s headlines. Now, as healthcare organizations prepare for a potential repeat this season, it’s imperative to employ innovative solutions to navigate […]
How to Enjoy Thanksgiving without Sacrificing your Health and Fitness Goals
Photo Credit: CrossFit Midtown It’s that time of year again when we all gather around our tables with our close loved ones and share a delicious meal. No matter where you are in your health and wellness journey, we want to help you navigate the holiday in a way that […]
New treatment may help recover loss of smell from COVID, study says
New treatment may help recover loss of smell from COVID, study says New treatment may help recover loss of smell from COVID, study says 01:11 BOSTON – A new study finds some patients who have a persistent loss of smell after COVID-19 may benefit from an experimental treatment. Loss of […]
Gaza babies: Premature, sick babies cross into Egypt after Al-Shifa evacuation
CNN — Twenty-eight premature babies arrived in Egypt from Gaza on Monday and are receiving care in two hospitals, an Egyptian government source said after the infants were evacuated from Al-Shifa Hospital in northern Gaza. The government source told CNN on Tuesday nearly all of the babies are suffering from […]
11 Best Fitness Trackers Health 2023
11 Best Fitness Trackers Health 2023 <p>To find the one for you, zero in on what your goal is. You might do better with, say, a Whoop band if you’re focused on optimal recovery, but better with a Garmin if you’re <a href=”https://www.esquire.com/lifestyle/g45359305/marathon-running-gear/” target=”_blank”>training for a marathon</a>. If you just […]