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Key TakeawaysThe Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Monday renewed a public health emergency declaration for COVID-19 for the sixth time.The declaration states that COVID-19 presents a national emergency and enables the HHS secretary to take steps to combat the pandemic.Experts say the renewal doesn’t call for extra concern, but people should prepare for a return of restrictions if conditions do not improve. Key Takeaways The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Monday renewed a public health emergency declaration for COVID-19 for the sixth time....

Key TakewaysThe U.S. reported two deaths in patients who were infected with mpox.Certain health factors might put someone at a higher risk of having serious complications or dying from mpox, but experts say the overall risk of fatality is extremely low.Vaccination is one of the most important tools in preventing more mpox infections and unnecessary deaths. Key Takeways The U.S. reported two deaths in patients who were infected with mpox.Certain health factors might put someone at a higher risk of having serious complications or dying from mpox, but experts say the overall risk of fatality is extremely low....

Key TakeawaysThe HHS announced that the federal government will protect gay and transgender people against sex discrimination in health care.Several states have introduced or passed laws aimed at limiting health care for members of the LGBTQ+ community.Avoiding health care because of fear of discrimination can put LGBTQ+ people at risk of medical issues. Key Takeaways The HHS announced that the federal government will protect gay and transgender people against sex discrimination in health care....

Key Takeaways On May 4, the United States government enacted travel restrictions on India amid a surge in COVID-19 cases in the country, limiting most non-U.S. citizens from traveling to the U.S. The ban does not apply to U.S. citizens and permanent residents, journalists, certain students and academics, and people traveling for humanitarian, public health, or national security reasons. “What happens in India—or really anywhere in the world—affects all of us,”Krutika Kuppalli, MD, assistant professor of medicine in the division of infectious diseases at the Medical University of South Carolina, tells Verywell....

Key TakeawaysA new proposal from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) suggests lowering the recommended age to begin colon cancer screening to age 45.The American Cancer Society already recommends adults begin colorectal screening at age 45.In 2018, only 68.8% of adults reported being up-to-date with colorectal cancer screening, according to the CDC. Key Takeaways A new proposal from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) suggests lowering the recommended age to begin colon cancer screening to age 45....

Key Takeaways U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents do not need to be fully vaccinated before flying from a foreign country into the United States, but will need to take a COVID-19 test within a day of departure.A limited number of unvaccinated individuals from other countries—such as people from nations where under 10% of the population has been vaccinated—will be allowed to enter, but will also need to follow preflight testing rules....

Key TakeawaysThe Biden Administration plans to donate millions of doses of the AstraZeneca COVID vaccine to other countries.Because vaccine supply in the United States is stable and doses are now available to all Americans, donations won’t impact U.S. vaccine availability.Experts say the U.S. needs to share the vaccine licensing and manufacturing information with other countries, allowing them to step up their own vaccine production. Key Takeaways The Biden Administration plans to donate millions of doses of the AstraZeneca COVID vaccine to other countries....

Key Takeaways The White House on September 20 announced that it will lift air travel restrictions on foreign travelers who are fully vaccinated and test negative for COVID-19 starting in November. The new rules will end the 18-month travel ban on 33 countries including the United Kingdom, Schengen countries in Europe, China, India, Brazil, and South Africa. U.S. citizens returning home from abroad will not be required to show proof of vaccination....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutritionMedicinal Uses and FormsOriginTasteWhere to Find Authentic Ube Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrition Medicinal Uses and Forms Origin Taste Where to Find Authentic Ube Ube purple yam (Dioscorea alata L) is a healthy root vegetable from Southeast Asia. This tuber (a plant that mainly grows under the ground) has been a staple part of Filipino desserts for hundreds of years. It is also valued worldwide for its use as a healthy food and the striking violet color it adds to foods such as desserts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUC and Cancer LinkScreeningPreventive StrategiesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents UC and Cancer Link Screening Preventive Strategies Frequently Asked Questions Ulcerative colitis(UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects the large intestine, also known as thecolon.Symptoms of UC can include bloody stools, pain, and persistent diarrhea. Verywell / Jessica Olah Because of this risk, it’s important for those living with ulcerative colitis to be regularly screened for bowel cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewEvaluationLab TestsEndoscopic TestsBiopsyImagingNext in Ulcerative Colitis GuideHow Ulcerative Colitis Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Evaluation Lab Tests Endoscopic Tests Biopsy Imaging Next in Ulcerative Colitis Guide An ulcerative colitis diagnosis may involve several types of tests, including labs, endoscopy, and then eventually a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy. A biopsy can help confirm the diagnosis, but each step of the process helps to rule out other conditions that present the same symptoms as those associated with ulcerative colitis (UC)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Not to EatWhat to EatDuring a FlareEating HabitsDurationModificationsConsiderationsRestrictionsSupport Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Not to Eat What to Eat During a Flare Eating Habits Duration Modifications Considerations Restrictions Support If you have ulcerative colitis, your diet may help you manage symptoms. Research has indicated that many people who have mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis benefit from making changes to their diet in conjunction with other treatments (such as medication)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewHow CommonBy EthnicityBy Age and GenderCausesMortalityEarly Detection Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview How Common By Ethnicity By Age and Gender Causes Mortality Early Detection Ulcerative colitisis one type ofinflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation in the large intestine (the colon and the rectum). It can also cause complications in various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, eyes, and other body systems....