Heat stroke vs heat exhaustion: What's the difference and what are the symptoms?
Heat stroke is a severe heat-related illness with symptoms escalating from heat exhaustion. Recognizing and treating heat-related illnesses promptly is crucial. [ more ]
Trichophobia (Fear Of Hair): What Is It, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment And More
Trichophobia is an excessive and persistent fear of hair, especially fallen hair on surfaces like clothing or furniture, triggering emotional and physical symptoms. [ more ]
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California and Oregon Ease Covid Isolation Rules, Breaking With C.D.C.
Oregon and California have relaxed the rule that individuals with a positive Covid-19 test must stay away from others, as long as they have no symptoms.
Some health experts are concerned about this approach, especially as cases surge due to a new variant. [ more ]
The 1 Unexpected Sign Of Colon Cancer, According To Doctors
Never discount symptoms like blood in stool, abdominal pain, bowel changes, or weight loss; inform your doctor.
Colonoscopies or screenings are crucial for early detection and risk reduction of colorectal cancer, especially with family history or specific conditions. [ more ]
Spring Mania in Bipolar Disorder: What Is It And What To Do
Spring mania in bipolar disorder can disrupt the usual joy of spring with intense manic symptoms such as heightened energy and impulsive behavior. [ more ]
Measles alert as case linked to Dublin play centre and HSE warns parents to watch for symptoms
Measles alert issued for Dublin and North East region due to confirmed cases, stressing importance of vaccination and being alert to symptoms. [ more ]
Why Are Bay Area Health Officials Warning About Measles? | KQED
Public health officials in the Bay Area are urging residents to be vigilant for measles symptoms and ensure they are up-to-date on vaccinations.
Measles symptoms can emerge between seven and 21 days after exposure and about 1 in 5 unvaccinated people infected may require hospitalization, with fatal outcomes possible. [ more ]
First state-level look at long COVID reveals the seven hardest-hit states
The prevalence of long COVID varies widely across different states in the US, with some states experiencing higher rates than others.
The CDC's estimates are based on survey responses and define long COVID as any self-reported symptoms lasting 3 or more months after a COVID-19 infection. [ more ]
Here's How Perimenopause Affects Mental Health, And How To Manage Symptoms
Perimenopause can lead to mood fluctuations that resemble a villain origin story with symptoms like insomnia and feeling warmer than usual.
Perimenopause is a transition period to menopause that can last from two to eight years, starting around the age of 40, with unpredictable symptoms affecting mental health. [ more ]
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Measles exposure may have occurred at San Leandro restaurant
Visitors to a restaurant in San Leandro may have been exposed to the measles virus on March 9. The health department advised specific groups to get checked immediately. [ more ]
AUSD Notes: Alameda schools realign COVID-19 policies with state's
The California Public Health Department has updated its protocols for COVID-19 positive individuals, including students and staff in schools.
Under the new protocols, students and staff who test positive and have symptoms must stay home until their symptoms are improving and they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours. [ more ]
I Was Exposed to COVID-19. How Long Will It Take for Symptoms to Start?
The incubation period for COVID-19 has shortened significantly since the start of the pandemic, with the Omicron variant having an average incubation period of about three days.
The virus' shorter incubation period can be attributed to its evolution and the population's increased exposure to the virus through vaccination or illness. [ more ]
What is chronic fatigue syndrome? Here's how patients live with - and fight - the disease
Chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS), is more common than previously thought, affecting 3.3 million American adults.
ME/CFS is a complicated disorder with no known cause, although it may be triggered by various factors and could have a genetic component. [ more ]