Cart is empty Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is extremely common, affecting nearly two-thirds of the world’s population, according to the World Health Organization.
CDC presents estimates of sexual activity, contraceptive use for teens
In 2015 to 2019, 40.5 and 38.7 percent of never-married female and male teenagers had ever had vaginal intercourse with an opposite-sex partner, according to a study published online Dec. 14 in the National Health Statistics Reports, a publication from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Researchers turn mathematical models into health care solutions
Two Leiden researchers have demonstrated how mathematics can improve our health care. Daniel Gomon has developed a model that contributes to the quality of care in hospitals. Marta Spreafico works on an app that helps physicians make well-informed decisions about the treatment of a certain type of cancer. “It’s great when statistical models can be applied to medical problems.”
Being overweight costs society far more than obesity, Norwegian researchers say
Norwegians are gaining weight. People who are “just” overweight cost the health system much more than people who are obese.
SNAP recipients may struggle to meet dietary goals, especially in food deserts
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the nation’s largest nutrition program, helping 41 million participants afford “nutritious food essential to health and well-being.”
Researchers call for changes to tackling chronic pain in children
A new study, led by Dr. Emma France and published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, found children are often left without effective pain management and struggle to access support from health services.
Q&A: What to know about weight loss drugs
The biggest health and nutrition story of 2023 was arguably the exploding popularity of prescription medications to treat obesity, a chronic disease that affects more than four in 10 U.S. adults.
Pediatrician: Three signs your sick child may need to see a health care professional
While most common colds, flu, or other illnesses can be treated at home, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician with Mayo Clinic’s Children’s Center, says parents should watch for these three signs that their sick child may need to see a health care professional.
Pfizer completes purchase of cancer-focused Seagen
Pfizer said Thursday it completed a $43 billion takeover of cancer-focused biotech company Seagen that the pharma giant said would enable it to double its oncology platform.
Physician says hand hygiene, maintaining distance can keep viruses at bay
The holiday season is ubiquitous with family gatherings, shopping excursions in busy stores and malls, and workplace potlucks.