Articles By Suneeta Sunny
RSV Vaccine Effective In Cutting Hospitalization In Older Adults, Immunocompromised Individuals: Study
The analysis showed that the RSV vaccine is highly effective, reducing the risk of hospitalization due to infection complications by 80%. Simple Blood Test Before Labor May Help Predict Preeclampsia: Researchers Say
The study revealed that a simple blood work ratio can predict a woman's risk of developing preeclampsia as she enters the hospital in labor. Florida Sees Spike In Flesh-Eating Bacteria Cases After Hurricanes, Health Officials Warn
Florida health officials are warning residents to stay out of floodwaters, as cases of flesh-eating bacteria have surged following hurricanes Helene and Milton. Standing No Better Than Sitting: No Cardiovascular Benefits, Raises Circulatory Risks; Study Finds
The study revealed that for every additional 30 minutes spent standing beyond two hours, the risk of circulatory disease increased by 11 percent COVID-19 Vaccine Linked To Elevated Risk Of Facial Palsy: Study
The study revealed a 12% increase in the risk of facial palsy within 1 to 28 days after any COVID-19 vaccine dose. Whooping Cough Hits Decade High: Know Symptoms, Learn How To Protect Yourself
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that pertussis, which saw a decline during the pandemic, is now returning to pre-pandemic levels or even exceeding them. Take Breaks Between Walks: Researchers Say It Helps Burn More Calories
Doing short bouts of walking or climbing stairs requires more oxygen and energy compared to long strolls, a recent study revealed. What Are Airport And Luggage Malaria? Discover Rare Infection Sources Rising In Europe
A recent study cautions against the growing threat of "airport" and "luggage" malaria, commonly called Odyssean malaria where mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite are unknowingly transported to non-endemic areas, sparking local infections. Common Hormonal IUD For Contraception Raises Breast Cancer Risk: Study Finds
The study found that Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine Systems (LNG-IUS) was linked to 14 extra cases of breast cancer per 10,000 women compared to those not using contraceptive medication. Keep Kids Active: Childhood Fitness Linked To Lower Stress And Depression In Teen Years
The study revealed that maintaining good physical fitness from childhood to adolescence is associated with reduced stress and depression during the teenage years. Seizures In Kids From Prescription Medications, Illegal Substances Doubled In 15 Years: Study
The researchers stressed the need for better awareness among parents and elders about the safe handling of over-the-counter medications. Common Breast Cancer Type Linked To Excess Body Fat: Study Reveals
Excess body fat may be responsible for 40% of postmenopausal hormone-positive breast cancer cases. The new study findings suggest the need to rethink the effectiveness of BMI in assessing cancer risk.