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After an upswing in pneumonia cases in kids in China, reports of a similar disease in Ohio prompted alarming headlines around the world. Known as “white lung syndrome,” it has nothing to do with the COVID-19 pandemic or any other illness, according to officials in Warren County. Instead, it’s an infection with mycoplasma pneumonia. This bacterial infection shows up as white patches on a lung X-ray. Pneumonia occurs when an infection infects the lungs, restricting airflow and making breathing harder.

Dessert after a meal is one of the most irresistible treats. However, there might be better choices to make. Instead, you can have a small piece of jaggery. Jaggery is a natural sweetener that has been a part of the Indian diet for ages. Jaggery is made by crushing juice out of sugarcane with the help of oxen or electric crushers. It is then heated on a low fire until it gets soft and turns brown. Jaggery can effectively satisfy

The foods you eat play an essential role in your heart and blood pressure health. The wrong types of foods can raise your blood pressure numbers, while a diet high in healthy, low-sodium foods may help to lower them. High blood pressure affects more than 47 percent of adults and often becomes a problem as people age. It can lead to several serious health problems, including heart disease and stroke, so keeping it under control is vital. Here are a

Magnesium is a mineral that plays a vital role in numerous bodily functions, including muscle and nerve function, DNA synthesis, energy production, and the regulation of other essential minerals like calcium and potassium. It is also required for healthy blood pressure, a normal heart rhythm, and other critical cardiovascular processes. This nutrient is found naturally in various foods, such as leafy vegetables, whole grains, beans, and nuts. Getting adequate amounts of magnesium is essential, which is usually accomplished through dietary

The sweet liquid produced by honey bees from the nectar of flowers is a natural sweet substance that contains many essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Some recipes can use it as a healthier alternative to refined sugar. In addition to its delicious flavor, honey is said to have antimicrobial and antioxidant effects and potential cough-suppressing properties. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra shares some of the benefits of this nutrient-rich superfood. Honey is a syrup of sugars (mainly fructose and glucose) dissolved in

Regarding healthy exercise, few activities are more versatile or accessible than walking. This low-impact activity can help improve cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, and manage weight. It can also have mental health benefits, including reducing stress and improving mood. And when done in a group, like with friends or coworkers, walking can also be social. But as winter approaches and the temperatures drop, it can be tempting to abandon your daily walk instead of snuggling up on the couch with a

The escalating levels of air pollution in major Indian cities significantly impact the respiratory health of citizens, smokers, and non-smokers alike. This has led to a rapid surge in lung cancer cases, especially among young people. This results from chronic exposure to the harmful fumes that emanate from exhaust pipes, surface dust of tarred roads, burning of fossil fuels in factories and industries, and agricultural and household wastes. The most dangerous component of this noxious fume is the delicate particulate

The choking air pollution of drought and wildfire. The threat of climate-driven diseases ravages communities around the world. A threefold increase in the chance of another global pandemic like the COVID-19 outbreak. These are just a few ways that public health has been impacted and compounded by artificial climate change – a focus for the first time at the annual U.N. climate summit COP28 in DUBAI. The meeting is expected to discuss ways to protect people from these threats, threatening

Premature births are a leading cause of infant death. They are associated with a host of short- and long-term health problems and developmental deficiencies for babies, their mothers, and their families. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the rate of preterm deliveries increased by more than 11 percent in parts of the US and worldwide. But vaccines were vital in returning the preterm birth rate to levels seen before the pandemic, researchers say. The team at the University of Wisconsin-Madison analyzed birth

A request by the World Health Organization for more information on a surge in respiratory illnesses and clusters of pneumonia in children in China has attracted global attention. Some experts say the rise should cause concern, but others have pushed back against suggestions that the situation is a severe public health emergency. On Thursday, WHO officials talked to the Center for Disease Control and Beijing Children’s Hospital authorities, seeking laboratory results and other data about the outbreak. The WHO later