In a concerning turn of events, a person in Washington state has passed away due to a rare bird flu virus. This is the first known case of this particular strain, H5N5, in a human in the U. S. The individual, an older adult with existing health issues, was hospitalized in early November and succumbe
In a move to protect public health, Twin Sisters Creamery has pulled four types of raw milk cheese from shelves. The recall affects Whatcom Blue, Farmhouse, Peppercorn, and Mustard Seed cheeses, all made with unpasteurized milk. This action follows the discovery of harmful E. coli bacteria in some s
A man from Washington state has sadly passed away from a rare type of bird flu. This is the first time this particular strain, called H5N5, has been known to infect a human. The man, who was older and had other health issues, lived near Seattle and took care of chickens in his backyard. Experts thin
Many people with HIV are living longer thanks to better treatments. A lot of them are over 50 and identify as men who have sex with men (MSM). These men face a higher risk of anal cancer and anal HPV infections, which cause it. But how much do they know about these risks and how to get checked? A r
In a rare and unfortunate event, a person in Washington state has passed away after contracting the H5N5 strain of avian influenza. This is believed to be the first confirmed human case of this particular virus. The individual, who lived in Grays Harbor County, was an older adult with pre-existing h
Cervical cancer is a major health issue for women worldwide. It's often linked to lifestyle, healthcare access, and the human papillomavirus (HPV). But here's something interesting: lavender, that sweet-smelling herb, might have some serious health benefits. Beyond its calming scent, lavender has be
Ever wondered if smoking weed could make you drink less? A recent study suggests it might. Researchers created a fake bar to test this idea. They gave participants different types of cannabis and tracked how much alcohol they consumed. The results were interesting. People who smoked stronger cannab
Pitaya, the striking pink fruit, is gaining attention for more than just its looks. It's loaded with powerful compounds like polyphenols and betacyanins, which act as defenders against harmful elements in the body. But can it really enhance workouts? A recent study on mice suggests it might. The ex
Scientists have been playing around with sound waves to make chicken meat better. They wanted to see how sound waves and salt levels affect chicken protein when it's frozen and thawed. It turns out, sound waves can make the chicken protein more soluble and change its structure. This helps the protei
In August, trade numbers took a dive. The reason? New tariffs. These taxes on imports and exports started on August 7th. They came from the U. S. government. The result? A big drop in trade. First, let's talk about imports. These are goods and services bought from other countries. In August, they d
