Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy It RecursRisk FactorsSymptomsPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why It Recurs Risk Factors Symptoms Prevention Estimates vary as to how common recurrence is. Some populations, including those that are immunocompromised, are more prone to it. One wide-ranging study found that as many as 5% of those who experience the condition develop it again within eight years. Clearly, it’s worth looking at why this happens, what the risk factors are, as well as how to prevent shingles relapse....

Cold temperatures are associated with colds, the flu, and runny noses, but cold air does not make you sick. If you find yourself getting sicker during the cooler months, this could be because of the lack of air humidity and the increase in indoor gatherings. Being Sick From the Cold: What’s True? A common misconception is that cold weather causes illness. In reality, it’s germs like bacteria and viruses that cause infections....

Key TakeawaysUndocumented workers make up a large share of frontline workers in the U.S.Essential workers are considered a COVID-19 vaccine priority group for distribution.There is no federal social security or residency requirement to sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine. Key Takeaways Undocumented workers make up a large share of frontline workers in the U.S.Essential workers are considered a COVID-19 vaccine priority group for distribution.There is no federal social security or residency requirement to sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine....

Key TakeawaysPeople say they’ve seen changes in their periods during the COVID-19 pandemic, which is most likely because of stress.Research offers no evidence that the COVID-19 vaccine causes menstrual changes.Medical experts advise everyone to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Key Takeaways People say they’ve seen changes in their periods during the COVID-19 pandemic, which is most likely because of stress.Research offers no evidence that the COVID-19 vaccine causes menstrual changes.Medical experts advise everyone to get the COVID-19 vaccine....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the Risk?Flu-Like Side EffectsCan I Still Get Flu?Infecting Others Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the Risk? Flu-Like Side Effects Can I Still Get Flu? Infecting Others You cannot get the flu from a flu shot because the vaccines are made with killed or weak viruses that cannot cause an infection. With that said, you can experience mild flu-like symptoms a day or two after the injection due to the activation of yourimmune system....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFlu SeasonSymptomsOther CausesSee a ProviderTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Flu Season Symptoms Other Causes See a Provider Treatment You can get the flu in summer, but it’s not very common. The influenza virus is more active in the fall and winter in the United States. However, in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, worldwide flu patterns have been less predictable. This has led to an unusual rise in summer flu cases....

Key TakeawaysThe most current HPV vaccine, Gardasil 9, is safe and highly effective at preventing genital warts and HPV-related cancers.It’s recommended that people receive the HPV vaccine when they are in early adolescence, before becoming sexually active. However, getting the Gardasil 9 vaccine after becoming sexually active can still offer protection against HPV-related cancers.Widespread HPV vaccination could help eliminate HPV-related cancers, including cervical cancer. Key Takeaways The most current HPV vaccine, Gardasil 9, is safe and highly effective at preventing genital warts and HPV-related cancers....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsShingles RiskShingles VaccineComplicationsFDA and CDC StancesShingles CausesVaccine AlternativesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Shingles Risk Shingles Vaccine Complications FDA and CDC Stances Shingles Causes Vaccine Alternatives Frequently Asked Questions This article reviews the safety and risks of getting the shingles vaccine with psoriasis. LifestyleVisuals / Getty Images The shingles vaccine Shingrix is used to preventshinglesin both older and immunocompromised adults....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsShingles Risk With RAShingrix Vaccine and RAMedication ComplicationsFDA and CDC StancesVaccine HesitancyShingles and the Immune SystemAlternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Shingles Risk With RA Shingrix Vaccine and RA Medication Complications FDA and CDC Stances Vaccine Hesitancy Shingles and the Immune System Alternatives The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that older and immunocompromised adults get two doses of Shingrix (the recombinant zoster vaccine, or RZV) to prevent shingles and related complications....

Soluble fiber, or fiber that is able to absorb water in the gut, can be an important part of your cholesterol-friendly diet. Because this type of fiber becomes gel-like as it moves through your digestive tract, it is able to removecholesterol, a waxy substance, found in the intestines.While it is possible to consume too much fiber, only 5% of Americans eat the recommended amount.nito100 / Getty ImagesThis article explains if it’s possible toconsume too much fiber, as well as the recommended amount for a cholesterol-friendly diet....

Key TakeawaysMost people only need one annual influenza vaccine to be protected for the entire season.Flu shots don’t really have boosters like other vaccines do, but there are some cases where a person might need a second shot in the same flu season. For example, children ages 6 months to 8 years who are getting flu shots for the first time. They will need two doses of flu vaccine that are spaced four weeks apart....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsShould You Stay Home?ContagiousnessHow It’s SpreadHow Long Contagious?TreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Should You Stay Home? Contagiousness How It’s Spread How Long Contagious? Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions What should you do about pink eye when you have work obligations? Aside from one or both eyes appearing pink and possibly having some discharge, you often feel fine otherwise. You know you could be accomplishing a lot at work, but should you go inwith pink eye?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionCauses and Risk FactorsSigns and SymptomsTreatmentRecovery and OutcomesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Causes and Risk Factors Signs and Symptoms Treatment Recovery and Outcomes Frequently Asked Questions Strokescan occur at any time, including when you are asleep. It’s possible to wake up with stroke symptoms as a result of a stroke that happened while you were asleep. These are sometimes called “wake-up strokes....