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Medical Xpress, September 4, 2024

Study identifies therapeutic targets for veterans with Gulf War illness

"Notably, veterans with Gulf War illness had a noticeably different mix of gut bacteria, often expressed as Bray-Curtis beta diversity, compared to those without the illness. This mix is important because it has implications for gut, immune and brain health." (Saurabh Chatterjee)

MDLinx, September 3, 2024

The new COVID vaccines are here: What to know before the next surge

"The best way to stay safe, data repeatedly shows, is to get vaccinated. COVID is here to stay, and for many people, these vaccines can be the difference between severe illness with hospitalization versus a bad cold." (Bernadette Boden-Albala)

Meteored, September 2, 2024

Study finds that frequent exposure to forest fires and smoke can cause both physical and mental damage

"Coneving with frequent burns can have much more harmful effects than imagined on physical and mental health - causing everything from health problems such as breathing difficulties, sinusitis and eye irritation, to psychological symptoms of continuous stress, anxiety and outbreaks of fear." (Suellen Hopfer)

Animals Around the Globe, August 29, 2024

How The Hidden Health Crisis of Repeated Wildfires Are Reshaping Southern California Lives

"The study reveals a community grappling with a surge in respiratory issues, sinus problems, and eye irritation. Children and the elderly bear the brunt of these health impacts, their vulnerable bodies struggling to cope with the toxic air." (Suellen Hopfer)

Futurity, August 29, 2024

What are the impacts of repeated wildfire and smoke exposure?

"Through our community-academia partnership, our findings can serve as a critical resource for policymakers, emergency response teams, and public health officials aiming to develop more effective support systems to protect ECV’s most vulnerable populations." (Suellen Hopfer)

Medical Xpress, August 28, 2024

Study based in Southern California reveals health impacts of repeated wildfires and smoke exposure

"Through detailed focus groups and surveys across four affected locales—Thermal, Mecca, Oasis and North Shore—in eastern Coachella Valley, the work provides a comprehensive look at the personal and collective toll these disasters take on residents." (Suellen Hopfer)

Forbes Health, August 28, 2024

Cutting Diet: What It Is And How To Follow One

"Starting a cutting diet should be done gradually, by slowly decreasing caloric intake rather than making a sudden, drastic cut. This helps the body adjust and reduces the risk of muscle loss. " (Matthew Landry)

Verywell Health, August 27, 2024

Should You Get Another Mpox Vaccine Dose?

"We haven’t seen any clade 1 cases in the U.S. yet. I’m sure we will, and I’m sure that will be a game changer, but unless we see a large number of cases, dozens of cases, and death, it’s probably going to be kind of in the background. " (Andrew Noymer)

Montana Public Radio, August 27, 2024

Federally subsidized health insurance could be impacted by upcoming election

"The number of Montanans enrolled in federally subsidized health insurance plans over the past four years increased by about 50%, or about 22,000 people. The growth is attributed to enhanced subsidies during the pandemic. But those are set to expire at the end of next year." (Dylan Roby)

WebMD, August 23, 2024

Most Baby Foods on the Market Aren’t Healthy, Study Says

"Not meeting or exceeding the WHO’s nutrition requirements doesn’t just have short-term health implications for kids. Introducing foods at that age will shape their future palate, influencing what flavors and ingredients they’ll prefer down the line." (Denise Diaz Payán)