Kristi Key+FollowParkinson’s Might Start in Your Kidneys?!Mind blown: Scientists just found that Parkinson’s disease might actually kick off in the kidneys—not the brain like we all thought! Turns out, those pesky α-Syn protein clumps linked to Parkinson’s can build up in your kidneys first, then travel to your brain. They even found this in people with kidney disease who had zero brain symptoms. If this holds up, it could totally change how we treat and spot Parkinson’s. Wild, right? #Parkinsons #HealthNews #MedicalResearch #Health #BodyHealth60Share
Courtney Williams+FollowWHO Clears Thimerosal in VaccinesBig news: The World Health Organization just said there’s no evidence that thimerosal—a mercury-based preservative in some vaccines—is harmful. This comes right after the CDC recommended flu shots without it, but WHO’s Dr. Katherine O’Brien says multiple reviews found it safe. Basically, thimerosal in vaccines? Not the villain some think it is! #Vaccines #HealthNews #WHO #Health #BodyHealth80Share
Brandon Burke+FollowAntidepressants & Weight Gain? Here’s the ScoopDid you know some popular antidepressants might sneakily add a few pounds? A Harvard study found meds like Lexapro, Paxil, and Cymbalta could bump your risk of weight gain by 10-15%. Bupropion (Wellbutrin) was the least likely to cause weight gain, while others like Zoloft and Prozac were somewhere in the middle. If you’re on antidepressants or thinking about it, maybe chat with your doc about these side effects! #MentalHealth #Antidepressants #HealthNews #Health183Share
Al Dusha+Followoutrageous co paymentsit needs some major changes been with them on advantage. just this morning my wife and I were discussing moving out insurance. the co pays have gotten outrageous.#HealthNews00Share
james60+FollowHospital Safety Grades: Who’s Hot & Who’s NotJust checked out the latest hospital safety grades on the MS Coast and, wow, some big shakeups! Three local hospitals landed C’s—Memorial Biloxi, Singing River Ocean Springs, and Singing River Pascagoula—mainly for surgical issues and nurse staffing. But there’s good news: Ochsner Medical Center Hancock, Memorial Health System, and Keesler Air Force Base scored A’s for top-notch care and leadership. If you’re picking a hospital, these ratings are worth a peek! #HospitalRatings #MississippiCoast #HealthNews #Health #BodyHealth00Share
Jacqueline Howard DDS+FollowEarwax Sniff Test for Parkinson’s?Who knew your earwax could spill secrets about your health? Scientists just found that the smell of earwax might help spot Parkinson’s disease way before the usual symptoms show up. They trained an AI to sniff out certain chemicals in earwax, and it was 94% accurate at telling who had Parkinson’s! It’s still early days, but this could mean a super simple, non-invasive test for early detection. Wild, right? #ParkinsonsAwareness #HealthNews #MedicalBreakthrough #Health #BodyHealth70Share
Stacy Fisher+FollowRazor Blade Throat? Meet the New COVID VariantJust when you thought summer was safe, there’s a new COVID variant, NB.1.8.1, making the rounds. People are calling it the “razor blade throat” variant because of the super sore throat it brings—but don’t freak out, it’s not more severe than the last ones. Vaccines still work, and experts say it’s not a huge evolutionary jump. Still, if you’re high-risk, keep your guard up. Anyone else already stocking up on cough drops? #COVID19 #NB181 #HealthNews #Health #BodyHealth130Share
suarezpatricia+FollowMeasles Alert at Dulles: What You Need to KnowA measles-positive traveler passed through Dulles International Airport on June 19, potentially exposing people in several areas between 7:45 p.m. and midnight. This is Virginia’s third case this year, and it’s a reminder that measles spreads fast—just being in the same air can be enough! If you were at Dulles that night, keep an eye out for symptoms like high fever, cough, and rash. And remember, measles is preventable with a vaccine! #MeaslesAlert #DullesAirport #HealthNews #Health #BodyHealth00Share
Rebecca Cowan+FollowDid UnitedHealthcare Drop MSK Cancer Care?Rumor alert: People are freaking out thinking UnitedHealthcare stopped covering cancer treatment at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Here’s the real deal—MSK and UnitedHealthcare are still negotiating, but as of now, coverage hasn’t been totally dropped. If you or someone you know is dealing with this, double-check your plan and stay tuned for updates. Insurance drama is real, but don’t panic just yet! #HealthNews #Insurance #CancerCare #Health #BodyHealth00Share
hhill+FollowMonthly Shot Melts Pounds—Seriously!Weight loss meds just got a major upgrade! A new drug called MariTide helped people lose up to 16% of their body weight in a year—and you only need one shot a month (not every week like Ozempic). It even worked for folks with type 2 diabetes. Downsides? Most people had some stomach issues, but those eased up when the dose was increased slowly. Bigger trials are coming, but this could be a game-changer for anyone struggling with weight loss! #WeightLoss #HealthNews #MariTide #Fitness41Share
