Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, is urging attendees of all large events — including President Donald Trump’s campaign rallies and political protests — to be aware of the continued risks associated with such gatherings amid the coronavirus pandemic. In a Friday interview on ABC News’ “Powerhouse Politics” podcast, Fauci told Jonathan […]
SELF: How risky is going to an outdoor area like a beach? B.B.: This depends. If you go to the beach on a holiday weekend with perfect weather, you can expect it to be crowded with little room for physical distancing. T.S.: Even if you’re outside, still try to stay away from other groups of […]
Well, folks, many of us have been staying at home for a while now, and you’re probably wondering when you can see friends and family for fun. Various states are attempting to relax lockdown measures, nicer weather is arriving, and it’s only normal to miss your loved ones hard. It might be tempting to expand […]
Does air pollution make outdoor exercise risky? What if you have asthma or another health problem? Answer From Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. While aerobic activity is one of the keys to a healthy lifestyle, air pollution and exercise can be an unhealthy combination. This is especially true if you have asthma, diabetes, or heart or […]
More people are taking vitamin D supplements today than they were 20 years ago, but that’s not necessarily a good thing. According to a new paper published today in JAMA, more than 18% of the population gets excess vitamin D—and more than 3% takes doses so high they could be dangerous. Vitamin D is known […]
Elderly people in good health should not take an aspirin a day, according to a major study in the US and Australia. There are proven benefits of the drug for people after a heart attack or stroke. But the trial found no benefit for healthy people over the age of 70, and the pills increased […]
For some people, having a child is non-negotiable, and that can be true even when serious health obstacles get in the way. Comedian Tig Notaro, who underwent treatment for breast cancer a few years ago, revealed in a recent podcast that she was one of those people. Notaro said on WYNC Studios’ Death, Sex & […]
What are the health risks associated with taking migraine medications and antidepressants at the same time? Answers from Jerry W. Swanson, M.D. Reports suggest that combining migraine medications called triptans with certain antidepressants—including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)—may increase the risk of a serious condition called serotonin syndrome. […]