A COVID Vaccine-by-Mouth Could Be on the Way

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2023 -- An oral vaccine for COVID-19 appears to produce the sort of immune response that could quickly stamp out a developing infection, according to results from a…

Cleaning Products, Even Green Ones, Emit Unhealthy Toxins

By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2023 -- Everyday products used for cleaning or freshening the air may release hundreds of hazardous volatile organic compounds, according to new research. Both conventional and "green" products…

Survey Finds Racism Against Asians Common in Medical…

By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2023 – Asian-American medical professionals commonly experience racism from both peers and patients, claims a new survey that documented myriad slurs and a lack of support. Researcher David…

Fatal ODs Involving Fentanyl Plus Coke, Meth Rose…

By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2023 -- The "fourth wave" of the U.S. overdose crisis involves the use of illicit fentanyl mixed with stimulants such as cocaine or methamphetamine, and it’s killing people…

Across America, Many Who Need a Neurologist Live…

By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2023 -- Many Medicare patients can’t get help close to home for brain and nervous system issues. Nearly 1 in 5 Medicare recipients in the United States live…

Breast Milk Brings Babies a Healthier Microbiome

By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2023 -- Breast milk supplies many benefits for babies and their moms, and a new study highlights another one: Mother's milk provides proteins that are important for a…