Public supports increasing restrictions on smoking A recent survey conducted by Guernsey’s Health Improvement Commission (HIC) shows that the public supports stricter regulations on tobacco sales and smoking locations. Over 900 people participated…

Simple strategies can boost vaccination rates for adults over 65 − new study A recent study I co-authored, published in Open Forum Infectious Diseases, found that older adults are more motivated to get vaccinated when they understand which vaccine…

USAID kept them alive - then Trump's cuts came Kajol, a 17-year-old from the slum area of Mohammadpur in Dhaka, Bangladesh, faced life-threatening tuberculosis (TB) in January. However, thanks to a local initiative funded by the U.S. Agency fo…

World Health Organization warns of possible tuberculosis surge because of USAID cuts Health authorities are calling attention to a looming consequence of the Trump administration’s  gutting of the U.S. Agency for International Development : the r…

5 years later, long Covid is still a medical mystery: What scientists have learned When her school closed down in March 2020, Chimére Sweeney, an English teacher in Baltimore, thought she’d return to her students once the U.S. got a handle on the …

The Journey to a Healthy Lifestyle Staying fit and healthy is an ongoing journey, not a one-time goal. It requires consistent effort, but the rewards—more energy, a better mood, and a lower risk of chronic diseases—make it worthwhile. Key Pillars …

What is something I can start doing today to improve my mental  health  overall? 1. Practice Deep Breathing or Meditation Take 5–10 minutes to focus on your breathing. Try a simple technique like box breathing (inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 s…

Signs and Symptoms of Kidney Failure Kidney failure, whether acute or chronic, can cause: Fatigue & Weakness – Due to waste buildup. Swelling (Edema) – Fluid retention in legs, feet, or face. Changes in Urine Output – Reduced, dark, or…

What are the best things for mental health? Staying OFF Antidepressants and Benzodiazepines I am not offering medical advice, but I want to raise awareness about the challenges these drugs can create. My goal is to help others avoid the difficult…