You may know noroviruses by their hallmark symptoms — vomiting and diarrhea. Also known as gastroenteritis or winter stomach bug, norovirus is sometimes mistaken for food poisoning. Symptoms tend to pass after a few days, but norovirus can live on surfaces — and sicken others — for up to two weeks. According to the Centers…
What to do for a nosebleed: Sit down, place tissues under your nose and pinch just above your nostrils and just below the bone. Hold it for at least 10 to 15 minutes – you’ll probably have to switch hands a few times, but try to maintain constant pressure. If blood is draining down your…
Younger African Americans are more likely to have conditions like heart disease, stroke and diabetes that among white people tend not to show up until much later in life, according to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Among the study’s findings: African Americans from ages 18 to 49 are twice…
Fall in the Ohio Valley is tough — ragweed and pigweed are blooming, and combined with hot, humid weather and poor air quality, it can make for a miserable couple of months for people with allergies. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America lists Louisville in the top 20 among its 2021 Allergy Capitals. Seasonal…
Esta publicación también está disponible en español. It can take almost a week after exposure to COVID-19 to have a positive test result. If you are fully vaccinated, you should wait three to five days after exposure before getting a test. Evidence suggests that testing tends to be less accurate within three days of exposure. Wear…
Following the recommended adult vaccine schedule helps you keep track of which shots you need to have updated and which ones can benefit you as you get older. If you choose to skip a vaccine, there is an added layer of risk that you could become ill and spread the illness to others who may…
A primary care provider centralizes your health care and is an important part of making health-conscious decisions. Regular visits to your primary care provider, even when you’re feeling fine, can positively affect your overall health. Unfortunately, the number of adult Americans with a primary care physician has dropped in recent years. Individuals who choose to…
Cutting back after a year of quarandrinking? Increased or excessive alcohol use during stressful times is not uncommon. If you’re looking to dry out, here’s what you need to know about drinking less after the pandemic and some warning signs to look out for when it comes to alcohol withdrawal, which can be a serious…
Treating chronic fatigue syndrome (also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis or ME/CFS) starts with getting the right diagnosis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 90% of those with chronic fatigue aren’t diagnosed, as the illness often is misunderstood and mimics common illnesses that usually get better without treatment. Chronic fatigue treatment options…
Ticks in Kentucky are a threat year-round, but are most prominent in the warmer months with deer ticks and dog ticks among the most common in Louisville and Southern Indiana. The deer tick can pick up Lyme disease, then spread the bacteria to humans. Tick-borne diseases in general can cause things that a lot of…
Increasing energy after age 50 can be difficult for men as testosterone levels decrease, impacting bone and muscle development and heart health in addition to energy levels. It is not uncommon to begin to carry weight at your waistline, which increases the likelihood of heart disease. How to increase energy after 50 Exercise and nutrition…
If you are sexually active, you could have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) and not know it. Even without symptoms, you could spread an STI, which is also known as a sexually transmitted infection. Getting treated for an STI early can prevent long-term complications. Condoms can reduce your chances of spreading or contracting an STI,…
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