Autism Misconceptions Drive National Discussion After RFK Jr. Remarks
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s recent comments on what it’s like to live with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have provoked strong reactions.“These are kids who will never pay taxes, they’ll never hold a job, they’ll never play baseball, they’ll never write a poem, they’ll never go out on a date,” RFK...
Potential Benefits, Known Risks, and More
In general, for most people, gotu kola is well tolerated, though it should not be used for longer than six weeks without a doctor’s approval and should not be taken by children.Note, too, that the FDA regulates supplements differently from conventional drugs. Not all supplements are vetted for quality and effectiveness.RisksSome groups of people should avoid taking gotu kola....
High Bilirubin Levels: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
The best treatment for high bilirubin depends on the underlying cause.Treating High Bilirubin in AdultsModerately high bilirubin levels, such as those below 4 mg/dL, don't typically require treatment. Doctors will typically begin intervening when your levels are at or above 4 mg/dL. At this point, addressing underlying conditions, such as liver disease, can typically treat the root cause of...
What Is Fever?
A fever is a temporary rise in body temperature . It’s not considered an illness on its own, but rather a symptom that can be caused by many different conditions. Elevated body temperature can be a sign that the immune system is working — it’s most likely battling a type of infection or illness. Fevers usually aren’t a cause...
15 Foods to Eat When You’re Sick
These 15 foods and beverages provide nutrients that can help your body heal. Some have the added benefit of being gentle on your gastrointestinal (GI) system, which may be helpful if your symptoms include nausea or stomachache.1. Chicken SoupThough there’s little concrete research on chicken soup’s healing potential, older studies have found that it may have an anti-inflammatory effect,...
Spotlight On: TNBC Thrivers
In January 2018, Kelly Thomas was diagnosed with stage 3C triple-negative breast cancer, a rare and aggressive breast cancer type. At Thomas’s first oncology appointment, her doctor told her to prepare for the worst. “ was absolutely soul crushing,” says Thomas.She immediately searched for other women with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) on social media, trying to find someone who could...
Lowering High Blood Pressure Is the Best Way to Protect the Aging Brain
As we grow older, the chances we’ll develop stroke, dementia, and late-life depression increase. An extensive new scientific review has identified 17 modifiable risk factors that can affect the likelihood of these age-related brain diseases.“By modifying any one of the factors, you may reduce your risk of all three conditions, and there are many behavioral and lifestyle changes people can make to...
Shingles Vaccine Might Lower Dementia Risk
Comparing Outcomes in Older AdultsDr. Geldsetzer and his collaborators were able to compare two groups of older adults who had nearly identical characteristics other than vaccination status because of an immunization program in Wales that began on September 1, 2013.Under the program, which was designed to ration vaccine supply, anyone who was age 79 on that date was eligible...
Sausages, Hot Sauce, and Tortilla Chips Recalled
The recalled hot sauces were shipped to distributors and stores in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia, and Vermont.The affected hot sauces should be thrown away or returned to where they were purchased for a refund.Anyone with questions can contact Katerine Cardoso, the director of quality assurance at 336-231-6417 or by email at ContactUs@garnerfoods.com.Tostitos...
How to Communicate With Someone With Schizophrenia
Angela D. Harper, MD, is in private practice at Columbia Psychiatric Associates in South Carolina, where she provides evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy for adults. A distinguished fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Harper has worked as a psychiatrist throughout her career, serving a large number of patients in various settings, including a psychiatric hospital on the inpatient psychiatric...
