All articles tagged with #covid 19 pandemic
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The Washington Post
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have significantly declined since before the pandemic, with only 28% of counties maintaining herd immunity levels, due to political backlash, lax enforcement, and misinformation, increasing vulnerability to outbreaks of measles and other preventable diseases.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Variety
Chevy Chase was in a coma for about eight days due to heart failure during the pandemic, which led to cognitive issues and memory gaps. He has since recovered and expressed feelings about being excluded from a major SNL anniversary event.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by The Boston Globe
A woman with a serious heart condition successfully carried and gave birth to twins after careful medical monitoring and intervention, overcoming significant health risks during her pregnancy, and celebrated her first Christmas with her family.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by ABC7 Chicago
As the new year approaches, experts highlight the significant impact of alcohol on health, including the risk of severe liver disease with as few as two drinks per day for women and three for men, with women experiencing double the liver toxicity; alcohol-related liver disease has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the only effective treatment is abstinence.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by HuffPost
The article highlights a concerning rise in whooping cough cases in the U.S., surpassing pre-pandemic levels due to declining vaccination rates, especially among children, which increases the risk of severe illness and death, particularly in infants. Experts emphasize the importance of vaccination, including booster shots for adults and pregnant women, to protect vulnerable populations and curb the spread of this highly contagious disease.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The New York Times
Laurie Metcalf stars in Samuel D. Hunter's 'Little Bear Ridge Road' at the Booth Theater, a poignant play set during the COVID-19 pandemic that explores themes of social disconnection and family, receiving critical acclaim for its compassionate portrayal and compelling performances.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
The article discusses the decline in global health funding and cooperation, highlighting how the Trump administration's cuts to foreign aid and withdrawal from organizations like the WHO have led to reduced efforts in disease containment and health initiatives worldwide, with broader implications for global health security.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
The article discusses the rise in vaccine non-compliance among Texas kindergarteners, especially for measles, with rates increasing significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic due to disrupted healthcare access, politicization of vaccines, and resource challenges faced by school districts, leading to concerns about increased vulnerability to preventable diseases.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Texas Tribune
Vaccine non-compliance among Texas kindergarteners has surged during the pandemic, with some districts reporting up to 44% delinquency in measles vaccinations, driven by disrupted healthcare access, vaccine politicization, and resource shortages, leading to the lowest statewide vaccination rates since 2011 and increased vulnerability to preventable diseases.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Times of India
A global health study reports that while life expectancy has returned to pre-pandemic levels, there is an emerging crisis with rising death rates among teens and young adults due to factors like mental health issues, infectious diseases, and social inequalities, necessitating urgent, integrated public health interventions.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Daniel Davies drove three hours from Wales to London to meet Sarah Rappaport for their first date, which blossomed into a relationship that led to their engagement and two weddings, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NPR
Rising housing prices and mortgage rates since 2020 have led many Americans to delay or reconsider having larger families, with some opting for smaller families or remaining childless due to financial constraints.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Giulia Baccosi's spontaneous decision to take a ship job led her to be stranded at sea for 188 days during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she faced challenges like rescue operations, port closures, and personal growth, ultimately returning home changed and still drawn to life at sea.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Gizmodo
Alcohol-related deaths in the US have nearly doubled over the past 20 years, with a significant increase during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among women aged 25-34 and Native American populations, highlighting the urgent need for targeted prevention and treatment policies.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC Wildlife Magazine
The sudden halt of tourism at Hanauma Bay in Hawai‘i during the COVID-19 pandemic allowed the reef ecosystem to recover quickly, with improvements in water clarity, increased monk seal sightings, and more active herbivorous fish, highlighting the impact of human activity on marine environments and the potential benefits of sustainable tourism practices.