PREVENTION & WELLBEING

Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Secretary Dr. Latika Davis-Jones and Department of Education (PDE) Secretary Dr. Khalid Mumin joined students today at Central Dauphin School District (CDSD) to highlight their evidence-based substance use disorder (SUD) prevention program and remind schools of the mental health resources available to students year round, including during the holiday season. “Prevention really is our […]

  As the holiday season approaches, Mypurmist, the leading provider of innovative steam inhalation technology, is thrilled to announce a special seasonal offer. Embracing the spirit of giving and wellness, Mypurmist is providing a remarkable 10% discount on all its premium products (Excludes Scent Pads), encouraging individuals to prioritize their respiratory health during this festive […]

Central Police in recent weeks have run an operation targeting drink-drivers in the lead up to the Christmas season. Taranaki and Manawatu Police collaborated on this operation, with Impairment Prevention Teams from both Taranaki and Manawatu working together across the District. Kicking off in the Taranaki region on 22 November and 23 November the Impairment […]

Yoga can bring both physical and mental health benefits. (Getty Images) Just 20 minutes of yoga per day can improve your sleep and lead to a better memory, a new study has found. The specific form of yoga – yoga nidra – can have positive impacts even on beginners, scientists say, as it is designed […]

Christmas can be the happiest time of year, but for some, it brings along added pressure.   There is lots of support available, helping people with everything from financial worries to mental health and homelessness. Councillor Stan Shreeve, Portfolio Holder for health, wellbeing and adult social care at North East Lincolnshire Council, said: “This time […]

Exercise your body, eat fiber-rich foods, stay social and do hard things. These are some of the habits of “SuperAgers.” They are the “Betty Whites of the world,” says Emily Rogalski, a cognitive neuroscientist at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. Rogalski was part of the research team that coined the term “SuperAgers” 15 years […]

People have been on alert after cases of walking pneumonia have been confirmed in the Philippines. According to the Department of Health, there are a total of four cases in the Philippine from January 2023 to November 2023, and all have recovered. A Need to Know video further broke down the reported cases, saying the […]

Lucy the elephant’s health improving but travel from Edmonton would be fatal, zoo says CBC News | Posted: Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 9:25 PM | Last Updated: 2 hours ago Lucy, now 48, has lost 1,375 lbs and her tumour has shrunk in the past year Image | Elephant-Edmonton-Zoo 20230321 Caption: Veterinarians visiting from Germany […]

Lucy’s health has improved but a breathing problem prevents the 48-year-old Asian elephant from traveling to a sanctuary, a report from the Edmonton Valley Zoo says. The zoo released a report Wednesday after Lucy’s annual medical checkup in October by two independent elephant veterinarians from Germany. Dr. Frank Goeritz and Dr. Thomas Hildebrandt previously assessed Lucy in […]

I’m lying a confined cylindrical container, trying to pretend it doesn’t remind me of a coffin. Instead I focus on the biohacking promises of this weird process: improved energy and sleep, a reduction in aches and pains, and maybe even better skin. I have a heavy oxygen mask on my face, and there’s a hissing […]

Breathing exercises offer many physical and mental health benefits. Discover three deep breathing techniques you can use to feel calmer. Whether you’re living with a heart condition, caring for someone who has one, or are concerned about having a heart problem in the future, it’s normal to […]

COACHELLA, Calif. (CNS) — Riverside County health officials Tuesday announced the flu-related death of a child under five years old from the Coachella Valley. “The death of a child is a loss for the entire community,” Riverside County public health officer Dr. Geoffrey Leung said in a statement. “While such outcomes are uncommon, it reminds […]

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Email Silicosis is a progressive, debilitating and sometimes fatal lung disease caused by breathing silica dust from cutting, drilling, chipping or grinding materials such as granite, sandstone, slate or artificial stone. The dust gets trapped in the lung tissue, causing inflammation, scarring and permanent damage. Silicosis is a job-related lung disease […]

Nine people were taken to hospital after a chemical incident at Gold’s Gym in Hanwell on Monday evening. According to London Fire Brigade, dangerous fumes are believed to have resulted from a mixture of chemicals which produced chlorine gas and required an evacuation of Gold’s Gym. Around 70 people were evacuated from the gym which […]

Do you know that doing yoga asanas is a wonderful way of promoting a healthy heart? Deep breathing, gentle movements, and relaxation are all encouraged in yoga, and these practices all support healthy cardiovascular function. Also, some simple asanas, such as bridge and cobra poses, help strengthen and extend the chest, which enhances blood flow. […]

In an effort to keep the public informed and safe amidst the ongoing threat of respiratory viruses, including influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a new informational page. This initiative aims to provide essential information regarding the spread of these viruses, especially during the […]

The World Health Organisation estimates that respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) accounts for more than 60% of acute respiratory infections in infants and young children worldwide.1 Globally in 2019, there were approximately 33 million cases of acute lower respiratory infections leading to more than three million hospitalisations, and it was estimated that there were 26,300 in-hospital […]

Understanding Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a prominent cause of illness, particularly in young children. It is the leading reason for infant hospitalizations, responsible for approximately 3 million hospitalizations and over 100,000 deaths annually in children under the age of 5. This global health challenge calls for effective prevention methods and […]

The Current Scenario: High Levels of Respiratory Illnesses As this year’s holiday season unfolds, it coincides with a surge in several virus-borne respiratory diseases, including flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that 15 states, along with New York City, are experiencing ‘high’ […]

Submission supported by positive results of a Phase III study showing immune response and safety in adults aged 50-59 Adults aged 50 and above with certain underlying medical conditions are at increased risk for RSV disease GSK is the first company to seek regulatory approval to extend RSV vaccination to this population GSK plc (LSE/NYSE: […]