Category: Breaking

Just 28% Of Americans Are Exercising Enough, CDC Says—And It’s Even Lower In Some Regions

A CDC analysis found stark differences in time spent engaging in physical activity between different regions of the U.S. and between rural areas and cities.

Covid Vaccines: Here’s Evidence They Work—Despite Persistent Misinformation—Along With Side Effects And Common Misconceptions

Studies estimate Covid vaccines prevented millions of deaths and even more hospitalizations.

A Covid Test Targeting The Fast-Spreading XBB.1.5 ‘Kraken’ Variant Is Being Developed By Scientists

The specialized test will help experts track the fast-spreading virus and develop new strategies to contain it, Roche said.

How A ‘Thanks Pfizer’ Covid Misinformation Meme Went Viral

Viral videos falsely claiming the Covid-19 vaccine causes convulsions have inspired widespread mockery and internet jokes.

State Restrictions On Abortion Pills Challenged In New Lawsuits

The litigation comes as anti-abortion rights advocates have separately filed a lawsuit that could ban abortion pills nationwide.

Amazon Launches $5 A Month Prescription Drug Scheme As It Leaps Further Into Healthcare

The scheme will let subscribers fill as many prescriptions as they need from a list of generic medicines including an erectile dysfunction drug, hair loss treatment and antidepressant.

Amazon Launches $5 A Month Prescription Drug Scheme As It Leaps Further Into Healthcare

The scheme will let subscribers fill as many prescriptions as they need from a list of generic medicines including an erectile dysfunction drug, hair loss treatment and antidepressant.

Kids Who Exercise More Are Less Likely To Get Respiratory Infections, Study Suggests

Researchers gathered data from over 100 children between 2018 and 2019.

Not Just The Elderly: Intense Physical Activity In Middle Age Improves Cognitive Skills, Study Finds

Researchers also found some sedentary activity, like reading and working, can improve cognitive functioning.

mRNA Covid Shots Safe And Effective In Children Ages 5-11, Large Study Finds—Though Vaccine Uptake Remains Low

One doctor said the study presents data showing parents that “the decision to vaccinate their children should be an easy one” and that the risk of serious side effects like myocarditis is “miniscule.”