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Key TakeawaysA new OTC syphilis test will soon be available in the U.S.Syphilis cases have increased seven-fold in older adults over the past decade.Testing at home can help patients stay informed about their status. Key Takeaways A new OTC syphilis test will soon be available in the U.S.Syphilis cases have increased seven-fold in older adults over the past decade.Testing at home can help patients stay informed about their status. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization for the first at-home, over-the-counter syphilis test....

Key TakeawaysDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, many workers have been dressing more casually if they work from home.Wearing less restrictive clothing over areas where people experience chronic pain can be more comfortable and help manage pain.Flexible dress codes can allow people with chronic pain to dress in a way that better accommodates their condition. Key Takeaways During the COVID-19 pandemic, many workers have been dressing more casually if they work from home....

The scalene muscles are a muscle group in your neck. You have 60 to 70 muscles in yourneck, head, and face area. The scalenes are made up of three pairs of muscles, with one set located on either side of your body. When the scalenes are healthy and working in a balanced way, they help support the upright posture of yourcervical spine, which is the upper part of your spine. Sometimes the scalenes can give you problems because they’re prone to a lot of tension....

Key Takeaways The Texas abortion ban, also known asS.B. 8, is one of the most restrictive abortion lawsin the United States. It bans abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected, or as early as six weeks into a pregnancy, when many people are unaware that they are pregnant. The law allows citizens to sue providers or anyone who assists pregnant people with getting an abortion beyond the legal period. After the back-and-forth legal challenges, providers and clinics were left in dismay and uncertain of whether to provide abortion services past the six-week mark....

Surgeon GeneralVivek Murthy, MD, recently released anadvisorythat calls for adding cancer warning labels to alcohol. The report said that alcohol consumption is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the United States, after tobacco and obesity. “Alcohol is a well-established, preventable cause of cancer responsible for about 100,000 cases of cancer and 20,000 cancer deaths annually in the United States—greater than the 13,500 alcohol-associated traffic crash fatalities per year in the U....

Key TakeawaysThere’s a craze over using diabetes drugsOzempic and Wegovyfor weight loss among elites and celebrities who don’t have diabetes or obesity.Ozempic is not FDA-approved for weight loss, while Wegovy has been approved in 2021 for chronic weight management in people who have obesity.Both drugs are now in short supply, potentially affecting patients who have medical needs. Key Takeaways There’s a craze over using diabetes drugsOzempic and Wegovyfor weight loss among elites and celebrities who don’t have diabetes or obesity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesAppearanceTreatmentSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Appearance Treatment Seeking Medical Care A rash behind the ears looks inflamed and often has a red or purple color and texture that may be bumpy, scaly, crusty, and/or flaky. There are many causes, including infections, skin conditions, and skin irritants. There are many treatments and at-home remedy options for adults and infants experiencing rash behind ears, listed ahead....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNose Mucus and BloodSymptomsCausesWhen Is It Serious?Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nose Mucus and Blood Symptoms Causes When Is It Serious? Treatment Having blood appear in your nasal mucus can be a nuisance and troubling. While most causes of blood in your nose are not severe, knowing why it happens can help you avoid a more serious problem. It can also help prevent the issue from becoming a fullnosebleed(epistaxis)with active bleeding....

Key Takeaways If you are focused on reducing your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, new research published in theJournal of Alzheimer’s Diseasedetails exactly which foods you should eat and which foods you should limit to help accomplish this goal.This new information reiterates how lifestyle choices may have a profound impact on your brain health as you age. There’s no definitive cause for Alzheimer’s, so there are also no definitive prevention strategies. But scientists believe the disease is the result of a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors....

Key TakeawaysThe U.S. and others have imposed travel bans in an attempt to slow the spread of Omicron.Some experts criticize these bans, saying they don’t buy much time and may disincentivize nations from sharing important epidemiological data for fear of facing repercussions.Focusing on mitigating the virus spread on a more local level may be more effective at this point. Key Takeaways The U.S. and others have imposed travel bans in an attempt to slow the spread of Omicron....

Tumor suppressor genes make proteins that regulate the growth of cells, and they play an important role in preventing the development ofcancer cells. When tumor suppressor genes are altered or inactivated due to a mutation (either one that is present at birth or one that occurs later in life), they make proteins that are less effective at controlling cell growth and/or repair. The result is unchecked growth of damaged or abnormal cells, which leads to uncontrolled growth and the development of cancerous tumors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy It HappensFirst SignsSkincare HabitsTreatmentHands OffExpert Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why It Happens First Signs Skincare Habits Treatment Hands Off Expert Help Acnecan be common for tweens between 7 and 12 years old. Fortunately, early treatment can help keep your child’s acne from getting worse as they enter adolescence. This article covers some things you can do to keep your child’s skin healthy....

Meghan Fitzgerald, RN, MPH, DrPH, is an adjunct associate professor with the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and a private equity investor. She has decades of experience working in the healthcare field, ranging from frontline patient care to advising prominent healthcare firms. Here, she shares her take on why the United States so urgently needs to update its public health infrastructure and make its own policy decisions. National public health policy depends on a rollup of real-time, reliable state-level data which we don’t have....