In July 2024, Hurricane Beryl left Jamaica grappling with devastation. By July 6, only 62% of the island had electricity restored, leaving nearly half of the population in darkness. Many families were forced to rely on kerosene lamps for light—a dangerous substitute. Kerosene, a highly flammable liquid fuel, has long been a source of house fires in Jamaica, prompting government vows to eliminate its use.
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Alcohol is a leading cause of cancer, a risk that should be clearly labeled on drinks Americans consume, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy proposed on Friday.
The American Heart Association says bill will save lives in schools nationwide
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday its analysis of samples from the first severe case of bird flu in the country last week showed mutations not seen in samples from an infected backyard flock on the patient’s property.
Broward Health is pleased to announce the arrival of Robert Dahl, MBA, FACHE, as chief executive officer of Broward Health Imperial Point. In his new role, which begins this week, Dahl will lead Broward Health Imperial Point’s overall administration and related regional operations to ensure high-quality care and service for the community.
Whooping cough continues to surge in the United States, with reported cases soaring to more than 32,000 this year – nearly five times the 6,500 cases recorded during the same period last year – marking the highest levels in a decade.
Since the early 2000s, e-cigarettes have gained popularity among adolescents, raising concerns about the health risks of vaping. Professionals like LaDarius Gammage and Dr. Shamarial Roberson are working to raise awareness about the dangers, particularly the potential for nicotine addiction and the progression to vaping marijuana.
But the draft USPSTF recommendation, released Tuesday, emphasizes testing for high-risk human papillomaviruses, or HPV, as a primary screening approach for women ages 30 to 65, as most cervical cancers are caused by the virus. The HPV test involves collecting a vaginal sample and checking cells for infection with the high-risk types of HPV that can cause cervical cancer.
Seven Side Effects of Apple Cider Vinegar (You Need to Know About!)
It’s estimated that nearly 7 million people age 65 and older in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer’s disease. That number is expected to grow to 9 million by 2030. It is estimated that 65% to 75% of dementia patients receive care from family members. African Americans account for roughly 1 in 10 of the 15 million family dementia caregivers nationwide.