As the White House coronavirus task force privately warned state officials that they faced dire outbreaks over the summer, top Trump administration officials publicly downplayed the threat of Covid-19, documents released Monday by the House Select Subcommittee on Coronavirus show. The subcommittee published eight weeks of internal White House coronavirus reports, which are prepared by the
Month: August 2020
An international group of environmental experts assessed the potential impact of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater on public health. Public health strategies to control the COVID-19 pandemic are aimed at reducing the spread of the highly contagious SARS-CoV-2 virus. The main mode of transmission of the virus is by close personal contact through respiratory droplets, aerosols, and
Ready to shake up your workout routine? Meet us on Instagram and YouTube this week, because we’re going live with some fresh routines. From cardio boxing to core crushers, we’ve got an intense week coming up and you’re invited for all of it. Tune in on @popsugarfitness for the workouts and check out the schedule
A United Airlines passenger jet takes off with New York City as a backdrop, at Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey. Chris Helgren | Reuters It’s time to say goodbye to the $200 ticket-change fee. United Airlines on Sunday said that it will permanently scrap fees to change domestic flights, a big bet that more flexible
Sunglasses? Check. Wallet? Check. Stylish, tie-dye, double-layered cloth face mask? Check! Fabric face masks are the most important accessory we have now, so it’s good to keep a wide variety on hand in multiple colors, patterns, and designs to match every outfit in your closet — because, ya know, a leopard-print face mask does not
A Detroit resident is tested for free for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and antibodies at the Sheffield Center in Detroit, Michigan, April 28, 2020. Rebecca Cook | Reuters Coronavirus cases in the Midwest are beginning to increase following warnings from top U.S. health officials that the country’s heartland could be vulnerable to new outbreaks. Coronavirus
By now, we all know how important face masks are to stopping the spread of COVID-19. In fact, experts say it’s not only safe but recommended that you wear a face mask even while exercising, including tough workouts like running. However, as fun as it is to collect cute, patterned face masks the way we
Abbott Laboratories has trials underway for its rapid coronavirus test to determine whether it could effectively be used on asymptomatic people, CEO Robert Ford told CNBC on Friday. The company on Wednesday received emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration for its new coronavirus antigen test, which it says sells for $5 and can produce results in
The negative health effects of BPA exposure are associated with a higher risk of death. BPA (Bisphenol A) is an industrial chemical found in most consumer plastics and coatings. It is used to help manufacture plastic bottles, and to coat water pipes and beverage cans. The widespread exposure of BPA in everyday items makes it
You’re in the middle of your squat reps — weight in hand — and just like that, a charley horse causes your calf muscle to go rogue. When this type of muscle spasm or cramp hits, there is no mistaking what’s going down. The pain doesn’t usually last longer than a few minutes, but it’s
A sign displays a new rapid coronavirus test on the new Abbott ID Now machine at a ProHEALTH center in Brooklyn on August 27, 2020 in New York City. The portable Abbott ID Now uses a nasal swab to detect acute and infectious cases of COVID-19. ProHEALTH is offering the new service, which can deliver
Research shows that frequent use of antibiotics in the first decade of life changes the bacterial profile in children’s saliva. The human microbiota is made up of millions of cells, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, contributing to both your health and wellbeing. It is a vital part of various processes including, aiding in nutrient absorption,
Naomi Osaka is joining NBA, WNBA, and MLB athletes in sitting out her next scheduled match following the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI, on Aug. 23. Blake was shot at least seven times in the back outside of his own vehicle, while his three children were present. Osaka shared a statement on
A woman holds a small bottle labeled with a “Vaccine COVID-19” sticker and a medical syringe in this illustration taken April 10, 2020. Dado Ruvic | Reuters The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday proposed guidelines for distributing a coronavirus vaccine in the United States if and when one is approved for public
Written By Dr. George Sadowski, founder and CMO of Nourishing Biologicals, exclusively for Medical News Bulletin. Much of the research over the last few decades has been guided by the free radical theory of aging. According to the theory, aging is a result of the destruction of DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids, organelles and other vital
New research sheds light on the understanding of how cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, can improve heart health and prevent cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death worldwide. Cardiovascular disease is a result of the build-up of fatty cells, inflammation, calcium, and other substances within the blood vessel walls – known as
When it comes to your workout gear, there are a few pieces you truly want to get right. Sports bras are one of them. You need one that doesn’t rub, fits just right, and gives you the proper support when you need it but won’t restrict you while you break a sweat. If you’ve been
Evacuees walk to board buses Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020, in Galveston, Texas. The evacuees are being taken to Austin, Texas, as Hurricane Laura heads toward the Gulf Coast. David J. Phillip | AP The coronavirus pandemic has thrown a new twist on emergency preparedness in Texas as officials prepare for Hurricane Laura to make landfall
Results of an ongoing study investigate the effectiveness of treatments for COVID-19, including remdesivir, hydroxychloroquine, and glucocorticoids. COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe; so far, more than 15.6 million people have been infected, with more than 636,000 deaths. Faced with the immediate pressure of the global pandemic, healthcare workers around the world are prescribing
Researchers studied the relationship between concussion and sleep quality, finding an increase in sleep disturbances in these patients. In 2018, it was estimated that 69 million people suffered from traumatic brain injuries, especially in lower and middle-income countries. Mild traumatic brain injuries typically present as concussions and frequently occur because of falls, traffic collisions, and
If you’re trying to lose weight, eating the right foods is your not-so-secret weapon. We’re all too familiar with that 3 p.m. hunger craving, so when it does strike, you want to be prepared with something that will keep you full and focused, but still tastes good. Adding protein to your diet is an easy
Pilots talk after exiting a Delta Airlines flight at the Ronald Reagan National Airport on July 22, 2020 in Arlington, Virginia. Michael A. McCoy | Getty Images Delta Air Lines will furlough 1,941 of its pilots in October unless it can reach a cost-cutting agreement with the employees’ labor union, the airline said Monday. U.S. airlines
Can machine learning decode the brain’s response to pain and improve our ability to manage pain? The human brain is nature’s equivalent of a super computer. As technology has advanced, we have developed the ability to measure and understand brain activity, in particular, how the brain responds to certain situations and stimuli. Understanding these brain
Frequent in-person healthcare visits are not an important risk factor for infection with coronavirus in pregnancy, according to a recent study. One of the foremost concerns that have arisen from the COVID-19 pandemic is patient avoidance of crucial medical care. This is particularly worrying in obstetrical patients, who require regular in-person check-ups and scans to
I already dance around to the Mamma Mia! soundtrack on a weekly basis, so I might as well get an official workout of it. Thankfully, fitness YouTuber Emily Thorne (AKA emkfit) has created a dance party routine that fulfills my HIIT dreams and more. She released a video earlier this month that’s set to the
US President Donald Trump speaks to the press in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on August 10, 2020. Brendan Smialowski | AFP | Getty Images WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is considering fast tracking an experimental coronavirus vaccine developed in the U.K. for use in the United States ahead of
It makes me so happy to see the antidiet and intuitive eating message take off on TikTok. And actually, registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor Sam Previte, LDN, CPT, who specializes in helping clients make peace with food and enjoy life, was hesitant to join TikTok because she told POPSUGAR, “I thought of it
Shannon Axelsson takes a break from sitting on the beach to be tested for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Revere, Massachusetts, August 11, 2020. Brian Snyder | Reuters New coronavirus cases in the U.S. grew by nearly 48,700 on Friday, marking seven consecutive days the daily count fell below 50,000 as the nation gradually descends
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