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Let’s Help Our Health Workers by Making Masks

“The doctors and nurses in our hospitals and nursing homes don’t have enough masks to protect themselves from the Corona Virus,” said Schirlyn Kamara, who is asking community-minded people like herself to join in an effort to make more protective masks for medical professionals, as supplies for these items continue to be critical. (more…)

Calm, rational and scientific information on COVID-19 from the doctor who helped defeat Smallpox

From an article that appeared March 19, 2020 in WIRED LARRY BRILLIANT SAYS he doesn’t have a crystal ball. But 14 years ago, Brilliant, the epidemiologist who helped eradicate smallpox, spoke to a TED audience and described what the next pandemic would look like. At the time, it sounded almost too horrible to take seriously. “A billion people would get sick," he said. “As many as 165 million people would die. There would be a global recession and depression, and the cost to our economy of $1 to $3 trillion would be far worse for everyone than merely 100 million people dying, because so many more people would lose their jobs and their health care benefits, that the consequences are almost unthinkable.”

Men need to check their health if they want to keep it as they age

Men have their own health issues, especially men 50 and older. There are several tests to discuss with your doctor, if you fall into this category, that can save your life. Abdominal aortic aneurysm - One-time screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm by ultra-sonography in men ages 40 and older who have-ever smoked. (more…)

Good ways to reduce prescription costs for seniors

Many older Americans rely on their prescription medications to feel better and to stay healthy. But the cost of those drugs can sometimes be overwhelming to those on a fixed income. There are ways to reduce those costs said Dr. Alan Peterson, board member of the Partnership for Public Health. The top five recommendations are: (more…)

Electronic Device Use Linked to More Sugar and Caffeine Intake In Teens

Teens who spend more time watching TV, talking on mobile phones, and using social media are more likely to consume sugared and caffeinated drinks. (more…)