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Key TakeawaysThe FDA has agreed to review FluMist Quadrivalent for self-administration at home with a prescription.FluMist is a nasal spray version of the flu shot approved for people aged 2–49.If approved, the at-home flu vaccine could become available for the 2024–2025 flu season. Key Takeaways The FDA has agreed to review FluMist Quadrivalent for self-administration at home with a prescription.FluMist is a nasal spray version of the flu shot approved for people aged 2–49....

Key TakeawaysA new study showed that humans have an innate ability to make food choices that offer an appropriate and balanced amount of micronutrients.Experts say nutritional instinct also appears in certain cultural food practices.This study may prompt more researchers to explore how to harness human instinct to optimize health. Key Takeaways A new study showed that humans have an innate ability to make food choices that offer an appropriate and balanced amount of micronutrients....

Key TakeawaysThe U.S. has a stockpile of two kinds of smallpox vaccine, which are highly effective at protecting against mpox.Only those who have been exposed to mpox or work in high-risk settings may receive a smallpox vaccine.Experts say most people need not worry about mpox and the disease will not likely create a COVID-like pandemic. Key Takeaways The U.S. has a stockpile of two kinds of smallpox vaccine, which are highly effective at protecting against mpox....

The FDArevised the emergency use authorization(EUA) for both Paxlovid and Lagevrio on Wednesday. Fact sheets regarding the updated EUA note a “removal of the requirement for SARS-CoV-2 viral testing.” What Is Lagevrio?Lagevrio (molnupiravir) is an antiviral drug from Merck used to treat COVID-19. It is less effective than Paxlovid, but may be prescribed to someone if Paxlovidinterferes with too many of their medications. What Is Lagevrio? Lagevrio (molnupiravir) is an antiviral drug from Merck used to treat COVID-19....

Key TakeawaysStaying hydrated in the heat is key for both physical and mental health.Most fluids and some foods boost the body’s overall water content.Aside from competitive athletes, most people do not need to heavily supplement their fluids with electrolytes. Key Takeaways Staying hydrated in the heat is key for both physical and mental health.Most fluids and some foods boost the body’s overall water content.Aside from competitive athletes, most people do not need to heavily supplement their fluids with electrolytes....

Key Takeaways We all have that friend who takes meticulous care of their teeth, consistently flossing and brushing after every snack and meal. But as it turns out, over-brushing your teeth isn’t good for your dental health. “The truth is that, yes, you can brush your teeth too much,”Jessica Tasios, DDS, a dentist at Ora Dental in Toronto, told Verywell. Brushing your teeth too much can wear down your enamel and cause receding gums, Tasios said....

Key TakeawaysWhile strokes are more common in older adults, they can have life-altering impact on people of all ages.Experts say it is important to learn the signs of a stroke to quickly identify and connect someone with help if needed.A “mini-stroke” may resolve itself in few hours, but it’s a warning sign of risk factors that may eventually result in a stroke. Key Takeaways While strokes are more common in older adults, they can have life-altering impact on people of all ages....

Key Takeaways When 21-year-old Michael felt pain in his testicular region, he dismissed it for a few days, thinking it would probably disappear. But the pain eventually drove him to his university’s health center, which referred him to a urologist. “Right away, he diagnosed me with prostatitis,” said the California college student. “I was initially freaked out because I didn’t know what that was, and it’s a very sensitive area of my body....

There are many things associated with growing older—just look at wrinkles and sunspots. Sometimes cancer is mistakenly lumped with ailments of the elderly, but cancer is not a disease of the old and can strikeanyperson atanyage. Although you may be less likely to get certain types of cancer as a youth, getting diagnosed withcolon cancerin your 40s, 30s, and even 20s is not an unheard-of phenomenon. There are a few specific types of cancer that occur in the younger population includingleukemia,lymphoma,breast,testicularandcolorectal cancers....

Key TakeawaysResearchers found that a person’s age and sex may influence which early signs of COVID-19 they’re more likely to experience.Fever, a commonly reported COVID-19 symptom, was not found to be an early marker of the virus in this study.Doctors stress the importance of getting tested, regardless of your early symptoms. Key Takeaways Researchers found that a person’s age and sex may influence which early signs of COVID-19 they’re more likely to experience....

Key TakeawaysNew research finds that your bedtime may affect your heart health.The researchers found that the rate of heart disease was highest in people who went to bed at midnight or late.Experts say you should at least get six hours of sleep each night.There are so many factors that go into your overall heart health, including your diet and level of exercise. But new research has found your bedtime could be just as important....

Key TakeawaysBlood pressure readings can vary depending on where they’re taken.Researchers found that people have more accurate blood pressure readings when they’re taken at home.Getting inaccurate blood pressure readings could cause high blood pressure to be under- or over-diagnosed. Key Takeaways Blood pressure readings can vary depending on where they’re taken.Researchers found that people have more accurate blood pressure readings when they’re taken at home.Getting inaccurate blood pressure readings could cause high blood pressure to be under- or over-diagnosed....

Key Features A new analysis of research shows that your blood type may play a role in your risk of having an ischemic stroke. However, the additional risk is very small and is not on par with other risk factors such as high blood pressure or diabetes thatraise your risk of stroke a lot more. The finding comes from a recent meta-analysis of 48 studies that looked atgeneticsand ischemic stroke. Combined, the studies included data and genetic information from more than 16,700 people who had a stroke and nearly 600,000 people who had not had a stroke who served as controls....