The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning of the potential resurgence of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, ahead of summer gatherings. “Spring and summer season in 2023 could lead to a resurgence of mpox as people gather for festivals and other events,” read a CDC alert issued Monday. The agency revealed there were … Read more
Officials at the Los Angeles Department of Public Health (LACDPH) said that the new COVID-19 subvariant might cause pink eye after confirming three new cases of the strain on Thursday. Observational data recorded by the LACDPH suggests those who have been infected with the rapidly spreading Omicron strain XBB.1.16 — better known as Arcturus — … Read more
Oral sex is the X-rated culprit behind a wave of throat cancer cropping up in the US, fueling a so-called “epidemic.” According to Hisham Mehanna, a professor at the Institute of Cancer and Genomic Sciences at the University of Birmingham, the human papillomavirus is to blame. “For oropharyngeal cancer, the main risk factor is the … Read more
New number, who dis? Sagittarius pigskin king Aaron Rodgers is making moves and changing jerseys. It was announced this week, just ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, that after nearly two decades as a Green Bay packer, Rodgers will join the roster of the New York Jets as quarterback and hope incarnate. New team, same … Read more
You’ve got to be pollen our legs. Allergy season is in full swing — and it could send some New Yorkers to the emergency room, according to a new bulletin from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene geared toward medical professionals. The notice warned that this upcoming pollen season will worsen … Read more
After two deadly outbreaks of the rare Marburg virus disease in Africa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning US doctors to be on the lookout for patients exhibiting symptoms. In the agency’s health advisory issued Thursday, officials urged clinicians to be vigilant due to the “potential for imported cases.” There are no … Read more
The water is no place for summertime blues. Nikki Scarnati, a certified infant swimming instructor, uploaded an alarming video on TikTok to share the dangers of wearing swimwear that matches the water — warning parents that kids could be too camouflaged to rescue. To demonstrate, Scarnati filmed her young daughter swimming in a pool, wearing … Read more
Owners of 143,000 recalled Volkswagen Atlas vehicles should not let people sit in front passenger seats until the occupant-detection systems in these vehicles have been fixed, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Tuesday. The recall covers 2018-2021 model year Atlas and 2020 model year Atlas Cross Sport vehicles, and relates to potential faulty occupant-detection systems in … Read more
That doesn’t look very ap-peel-ing. Snack brand Fruit Roll-Ups has forewarned people on TikTok to not eat the plastic that the neon-colored candy is wrapped in after someone on the platform claimed that the plastic is edible. The video is one of several TikTok videos making the rounds about unique ways to eat the classic … Read more
Comedian Sarah Silverman said during an interview on CBC Radio One’s “Q with Tom Power” that she cringes at some jokes from her past, but claimed it’s a normal learning process as time goes on. Silverman has made a career out of using shoc value in her comedy, from saying, “I hope the Jews did kill … Read more
Bruce Willis announced his retirement from acting almost a year ago after revealing his battle with aphasia — and now his wife is asking paparazzi to retire from “yelling” at him amid his recent dementia diagnosis. Emma Heming Willis posted an emotional video to her Instagram, pleading with photographers to “keep your space” when they … Read more
The kids are not alright, health experts are warning. A new survey conducted by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported that teens — girls, especially — are experiencing record-high levels of violence and dangerously poor mental health. The CDC released its biannual Youth Risk Behavior Survey on Monday, sharing the … Read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is eye-balling this artificial tear brand closely. The CDC has urged several doctors and patients to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears as it has been linked to 50 bacteria-resistant infections and one death in 11 states, according to a report. Most of the people infected said they used … Read more
It’s sobering news for the rosy-cheeked drinker. If you’ve knocked back a few and feel a warm flush creep up your face and ears, you’re not alone. While often thought of as more annoying than dangerous, alcohol flush may be a sign of something more serious brewing beneath the surface, a new study suggests. Roughly … Read more
Here’s on way to ensure you have a happy and healthy XXXmas. A UK doctor is raising eyebrows across social media after warning people of the dangers of masturbating with ornaments come Christmas time — which is apparently an actual trend. “It is not advisable to masturbate with Christmas ornaments,” Dr. Sarah Welsh, a gynecologist told NeedToKnow.Online. She was … Read more
The surgery known as LASIK — Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis — is under the lens of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which is causing controversy among eye experts. The FDA released a 25-page draft guidance after receiving input from patients who felt they were not fully informed of the risks associated with the surgery, the … Read more
Condoms and lube are not the only things you need by your bedside — consider adding your inhaler, too. Intense sex sessions can trigger dangerous asthma attacks, according to a new study by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Hanky-panky is considered a strenuous exercise that requires a lot of energy, especially if … Read more
Career advice is all over social media, but beware one viral “hack” that could stop you from landing that dream job. The “white wording” hack went Twitter viral in 2020, after a woman claimed the best way to ensure your resume will be seen is by copying and pasting the job description into the bottom … Read more
A mom is urging all parents to learn basic first aid after her son almost died after choking on a common children’s snack. When Ashlie Johnson decided to cut up a few apple slices to give her son Declan as a healthy snack, she never imagined it could nearly cost him his life. The mom-of-four … Read more
CNN — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new warning to health care providers Thursday about severe illnesses in people with monkeypox. The alert comes as Ohio reported that an individual with monkeypox has died – the third known death of a patient with monkeypox in the United States. Ohio listed … Read more