The CDC has recently made a significant update to the childhood vaccination schedule. They decided to stop recommending that all newborns get the hepatitis B vaccine right after birth. This change comes after a federal advisory panel suggested it. Why did they make this change? Well, they looked at
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shifted its stance on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns. Instead of universally recommending the vaccine at birth, the CDC now suggests that mothers who test negative for the virus should discuss with their healthcare providers about delaying
In Los Angeles County, a sneaky virus is making a comeback. Health officials have noticed a sharp increase in norovirus cases. They found this out by checking wastewater, which is like a virus detective tool. The numbers are worrying: a 154% jump in the city and over 250% in the county. This virus
UBS, a big Swiss bank, just said goodbye to Mike Dargan, their top operations and tech boss. He'll leave at the end of 2025. This news comes while UBS is still busy merging with Credit Suisse, a huge and tricky job. Dargan has been with UBS since 2021. He helped a lot with tech and operations. UBS
Big crises, like natural disasters or mass shootings, are happening more often. This means hospitals and mental health teams need to be ready. They must have solid plans in place. These plans should include mental health support. It's not just about treating physical injuries. The mind needs care to
Money is pouring into education, but are students really learning what they need? In New York City, private high school tuition can hit a staggering $70, 000 a year. On top of that, families are spending big on tutors, test prep, and extracurriculars. Yet, despite all this investment, many teens are
Tendons are the unsung heroes of our bodies, connecting muscles to bones and enabling movement. However, they often go unnoticed until something goes wrong. Unlike muscles, tendons don't heal as quickly or easily. When they get injured, it can be hard to notice at first. But over time, these injurie
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) can wake up in people with weak immune systems. This is a big worry for those taking certain medicines, like Rituximab. These medicines can make the virus come back in more than 10% of cases. So, doctors often give antiviral medicines to people who have had hepatitis B before
Winter has arrived in the Tri-State Area, bringing snow and freezing temperatures. The storm started on Saturday night and will last until Sunday afternoon. Weather experts have issued a weather alert for the area. A winter weather advisory is in effect for New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, t
In a recent online gathering, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) head Lee Zeldin attempted to smooth things over with the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) group. He promised to give them a say in decisions and keep the lines of communication open. But this crowd was not easily won over. Just day
