This flu and Covid vaccine season is off to a slow start, says the CDC. As of mid-November, only about one-third of U. S. adults have gotten their flu shot, while roughly 18% have received the latest Covid vaccines. This is similar to last year's rates. The CDC urges everyone, especially the elderly
Imagine waking up to a thick, gray blanket of smog. That's what happened in New Delhi on Monday. Air pollution hit its peak this season, leaving the city of over 33 million people gasping for fresh air. Schools shut their doors, construction sites froze, and big trucks were banned from the roads. Th
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who's been chosen to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services, has some strong opinions about treating diabetes and obesity. He's against using Ozempic, a popular medicine, and thinks we should all just eat better and exercise more. But is he right? Let's dig into
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, known for his neutral stance, couldn't keep quiet about President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the Department of Health and Human Services. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the nominee, has stirred up serious concerns within the medical and public health community. Gupta shared that the co
At 58 years old, Mike Tyson is stepping back into the ring to face 27-year-old Jake Paul. Many, including legendary boxing broadcaster Jim Lampley, are worried about Tyson's health. After all, this is Tyson's first professional fight since 2005. The bout has been modified to eight two-minute rounds
South Korean actor Song Jae-lim, who began his career in the entertainment industry in 2009, was tragically found dead in his Seoul apartment on Tuesday. He was just 39 years old. The actor's body was discovered by a friend who had made plans to meet him for lunch. Police investigating the case didn
Mike Tyson, a renowned boxer, is set to return to the ring at 58 years old, facing YouTube star Jake Paul. Despite a past health scare involving an ulcer, Tyson's former trainer, Teddy Atlas, isn't too concerned. Atlas believes Tyson is fit and ready for the fight, which will have unique rules like
You thought it was just water? Think again! Scientists in Miami have discovered that it’s raining something else too: chemicals that just won’t go away. They are called PFAS, or 'forever chemicals', because they stick around in the environment for a long time. These chemicals have been in use since
Imagine this: you're enjoying a slice of pizza from your favorite local spot in Stoughton, Wisconsin, when suddenly, you feel a bit. . . different. That's what happened to some customers at Famous Yeti's Pizza. It turns out, the pizza crust was accidentally made with oil containing Delta9 THC, the i
There's a new twist in the boxing world! Carl Froch, a former champ, is accusing promoter Eddie Hearn of being more interested in money than the fighters' well-being. This all started after Hearn called Froch an “Anthony Joshua hater” during an online argument. Froch says he's just concerned about J
