If you’ve had COVID-19 and you received two doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, should you still get a booster if you are eligible? The answer is yes, according to Michael Lin, MD, MPH, an infectious disease specialist and associate professor at Rush. That’s because guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention doesn’t take […]
Does your pet shake, pace or drool when a storm rolls through? Do they try to run out of the door and chew or dig through a wall or the floor? If so, don’t worry—you’re not alone! Thunderstorm phobia, also known as Astraphobia, or fear of thunderstorms, is a common issue in dogs. However, their […]
For Leos, born between July 22 and August 22, it’s not hard to take centerstage. You were born to stand out, according to Co-Star Astrology. With the sun as your ruling planet and your birthday falling during the summer season, you are one big ray of sunshine. It also means you’re the life of the party. Cosmopolitan notes […]
Dreaming is a fascinating experience, as your subconscious is essentially taking you through a story it has created while you’re sleeping. Everyone dreams differently, with some people reporting more lucid dreaming whereas others encounter frequent nightmares. To understand the science behind dreams, it’s important to look at various factors that may impact your subconscious state, such […]
Gov. Kemp on GA COVID surge: People don’t trust federal government Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp tells ‘America’s Newsroom’ people should do their ‘due diligence’ by talking with doctors and make good health decisions to avoid the coronavirus surge. Do the COVID-19 vaccines affect my chances of pregnancy? No, there’s no evidence that any vaccines, including […]
Many Australians will be weighing up whether to be vaccinated with the AstraZeneca vaccine, which is widely available, or to wait for Pfizer later in the year. There are many factors to consider. One is how well these COVID-19 vaccines work in the “real world” of those getting vaccines now. Real-world data data can tell […]
While researchers still have much to learn about the long-term effects of the COVID-19 vaccines, a new study offers potentially good news for those who’ve been vaccinated with the Pfizer and Moderna’s versions. The study, published in the journal Nature, suggests that these two vaccines produce persistent immunity, meaning those who’ve received them could be protected for years — […]
Cost and lack of time are among the reasons parents don’t enroll their kids in swimming lessons, a new survey finds. “Swimming is one of the most important life-saving skills that children and adults should master. Whether for fun or for exercise, swimming will serve them well for the rest of their lives, and it’s […]
Here’s the thing. Everyone dreams, but are they good for us? We know that dreaming about specific things can have particular meanings. For example, you may find something out about yourself if you’re dreaming about dinosaurs, rainbows, or even fighting with somebody. What about those mornings when you wake up and don’t remember dreaming at […]
In the brain of a person with Alzheimer’s disease, neurons degenerate and die, slowly eliminating memories and cognitive skills. However, not all neurons are impacted equally. Some types of neurons in certain brain regions are more susceptible, and even among those subtypes—mysteriously—some perish and some do not. Researchers at Gladstone Institutes have uncovered molecular clues […]
