Key TakeawaysRates of STIs in the U.S. have reached record numbers for the sixth year in a row.Experts say this increase may be due to a lack of sexual education and existing disparities.The U.S. government has launched a Sexually Transmitted Infections National Strategic Plan for the United States, to enhance and expand STI prevention and care programs. Key Takeaways Rates of STIs in the U.S. have reached record numbers for the sixth year in a row....

Key Takeaways Also known as B.1.1.7, the “highly transmissible” strain of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) has already been detected in 10 states in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Modeling data from the CDC indicates that B.1.1.7 “has the potential to increase the U.S. pandemic trajectory in the coming months,” the report says. Where Has the New COVID-19 Variant Spread in the U....

Key TakeawaysNew guidelines from the CDC recommend people over the age of 12 and young men wait as long as eight weeks before receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.Extending intervals between COVID-19 vaccines can reduce the risk of myocarditis.If the second shot is delayed for more than eight weeks, health experts suggest getting it as soon as possible to receive full protection against COVID-19 infection....

Key Takeaways Researchers in Massachusetts recently set out to determine if schools could safely reducesocial distancinglength. The study’s findings indicated that having three feet of social distance in the classroom is just as effective as having six feet as long as everyone wears a face mask. The retrospective, state-wide study, which was published inClinical Infectious Diseases,provides a ray of hope that schools could soon safely reopen to students full-time. The Study For the study, the researchers analyzed data from 251 reopened Massachusetts school districts that had COVID-19 infection control plans, including both three-feet and six-feet social distancing requirements for students and staff....

Key TakeawaysCDC officials now say it’s OK to get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other vaccines.The CDC previously recommended people wait 14 days after the COVID-19 vaccine before getting other vaccines.Experts hope the recommendations will encourage people to catch up on other vaccines they may have missed over the past year.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now says it’s OK to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other vaccines....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnatomySymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anatomy Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Frequently Asked Questions Cecum cancer is a specific type of cancer that can develop at the very beginning of the colon. Signs and symptoms can be hard to spot until the cancer is advanced but may include abdominal pain, bloating, weight loss, and tarry stools. Historical studies show that up to 20% of colorectal cancers occur in the cecum (in some studies it is much less common)....

Key TakeawaysMagnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a medical scan that creates pictures of different areas inside of the body. MRIs can be used to look for tumors, infections, injuries, and other health conditions.A whole-body MRI might be able to spot diseases early, but experts say there is not enough research to prove that they are useful as screening tests for the general public.There are other preventative steps that are more accessible and less costly that can spot cancer and other health conditions....

Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler, singer Nick Jonas, and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor are just a few celebrities withtype 1 diabetes. Their stories are tales of triumph, the importance of diabetes management and support, and more.Some talk openly to others with type 1 diabetes about their experiences or serve as role models in other ways. Others raise awareness about treatment and the importance of research.Read on to learn about 10 famous people with type 1 diabetes who have used their fame to improve the lives of people with the condition and otherwise contribute to the cause....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are SSRIs?What Is Celexa?What Is Zoloft?Dosing GuidelinesSafe Use GuidanceEfficacySide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are SSRIs? What Is Celexa? What Is Zoloft? Dosing Guidelines Safe Use Guidance Efficacy Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Celexa (citalopram)andZoloft (sertraline)are first-line, brand-nameselective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)that treat mental health conditions. They are used to treatmood disorders. This article will highlight the differences and similarities between Celexa and Zoloft....

In this article, learn important statistics and facts about celiac disease. Oleg Breslavtsev / Getty Images Celiac Disease Overview Eating a strictlygluten-free dietis important for anyone with celiac disease. Consuming trace amounts of gluten can inducesymptomsfrom headaches to diarrhea and longer-term impacts such as malnutrition, osteoporosis, infertility, and cancer. Related:Symptoms of Celiac Disease Celiac Disease How Common Is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease affects about 1.4% of the global population, but only 0....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTestingDietFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Testing Diet Frequently Asked Questions Babies and toddlers susceptible toceliac diseasecan begin showing related symptoms as soon as they’ve been introduced to gluten-containing foods. Getty Images / Tom Merton Sometimes celiac disease symptoms can be similar to other conditions, like gluten intolerance. Gluten intolerance is a sensitivity to gluten, while celiac disease is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the body’s own healthy tissues, causing intestinal damage....

Celiac diseasedoes not treat all people the same. This includes variations in the symptoms and characteristics of the disease in males and females. Celiac disease (CD) is an immune-related disorder that causes symptoms when a person ingestsglutenin food and other products.In males, celiac disease can run the gamut fromclassic symptomsof diarrhea, weight loss, and fatigue to more subtle signs, such as liver dysfunction and skin rash. This article takes a look at some of the ways that celiac disease differs in males compared to females....

Even though women are diagnosed withceliac diseasefar more frequently than men, women may belesslikely than men to exhibit the best-knownsymptoms of celiac disease, which include diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss, especially when their symptoms first appear. In fact, women who are diagnosed with celiac disease frequently notice symptoms that are not gastrointestinal in nature prior to experiencing those well-known symptoms. Up to 70% of those currently diagnosed with the condition are female....