Health & Fitness
WHO renames monkeypox as ‘mpox’
November 28, 2022
WHO renames monkeypox as ‘mpox’
The World Health Organization announced Monday that “mpox” is now the preferred name for monkeypox. “Both names will be used…
Can antibiotics eliminate the respiratory syncytial virus? And other things you should know.
November 26, 2022
Can antibiotics eliminate the respiratory syncytial virus? And other things you should know.
The Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population said that there is no antibiotic that treats the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV),…
Shortages of antivirals, antibiotics compound stress of a rough season for viral illnesses in kids
November 22, 2022
Shortages of antivirals, antibiotics compound stress of a rough season for viral illnesses in kids
CNN – Shortages of key medications used to treat common childhood illnesses like flu, ear infections and sore throats are…
Having good physical balance ‘makes life worth living,’ expert says
November 22, 2022
Having good physical balance ‘makes life worth living,’ expert says
CNN — When people think about improving their physical fitness, they often overlook the issue of balance. That’s a critical…
Egypt official reveals reasons behind remarkable RSV outbreak this year
November 22, 2022
Egypt official reveals reasons behind remarkable RSV outbreak this year
The Head of the Preventive Medicine Sector at the Health Ministry Amr Kandil revealed the reasons for the increase in…
China reports first Covid-19 deaths in nearly 6 months as cases spike
November 21, 2022
China reports first Covid-19 deaths in nearly 6 months as cases spike
Hong Kong CNN — China has reported its first deaths of Covid-19 patients in nearly six months as the country…
Study shows 1 billion young people are at risk for hearing loss. This is how to prevent it
November 16, 2022
Study shows 1 billion young people are at risk for hearing loss. This is how to prevent it
CNN — Turning down the racket isn’t just for disgruntled parents — a new study has shown it could protect…
Moderna says updated booster generated ‘significantly higher’ neutralizing antibodies against BA.4/BA.5 subvariants
November 14, 2022
Moderna says updated booster generated ‘significantly higher’ neutralizing antibodies against BA.4/BA.5 subvariants
CNN — Moderna said on Monday its updated Covid-19 booster generated “significantly higher” neutralizing antibodies against the Omicron BA.4/BA.5 subvariants…
Tag Eddin denies spread of cholera, tuberculosis, polio in Egypt
October 30, 2022
Tag Eddin denies spread of cholera, tuberculosis, polio in Egypt
Presidential adviser for health Mohamed Awad Tag Eddin denied the spread of cholera, tuberculosis and polio in Egypt. In a…
Most people feel socially connected as Covid-19 precautions ease, but many still need support, survey finds
October 26, 2022
Most people feel socially connected as Covid-19 precautions ease, but many still need support, survey finds
For nearly two decades, Kristin Friberg has been a librarian with the Princeton Public Library in New Jersey, where one…