Adam Cox+FollowVaccine Pause After Scary Side EffectsFrench health officials just hit pause on Valneva’s new chikungunya vaccine for people 65+ after three hospitalizations and one death on La Reunion island. The shot’s still good for younger adults, but they’re investigating if it’s risky for seniors—especially those with health issues. The same vaccine’s under review in the US too. Wild how fast things can change with new meds! #VaccineNews #HealthUpdate #Chikungunya #Valneva #PharmaWatch #Health252109Share
suarezpatricia+FollowNovavax’s Big FDA Moment?Novavax’s COVID vaccine might finally get full FDA approval soon! It’s the only protein-based shot left in the US, and right now it’s just emergency use. The FDA wants more data, but Novavax is hustling to get it done. If they get the green light, their vaccine could stick around even after health emergencies end. Wild how much drama goes on behind the scenes with these approvals! #Novavax #COVID19 #VaccineNews #FDA #HealthUpdate #Health20Share
Darius Alvarez+FollowGypsy-Rose’s Baby Gets the Best NewsGypsy-Rose Blanchard just shared that her baby girl, Aurora, tested negative for the rare genetic condition she has—huge sigh of relief! After worrying there was a 50/50 chance Aurora could inherit microdeletion 1q21.1, the results came back clear. Gypsy says she’s beyond grateful and can finally relax knowing her daughter is healthy and hitting all her milestones. Aurora’s already showing her personality (and apparently looks just like her dad, Ken!). #GypsyRoseBlanchard #Aurora #GoodNews #Parenting #HealthUpdate #FamilyRelationships680431Share
Christian Boone+FollowNovavax’s Big FDA Moment?Novavax’s COVID shot might finally get full FDA approval—making it the only protein-based vaccine sticking around in the U.S. for the long haul. Unlike Pfizer and Moderna’s mRNA shots, Novavax uses a more old-school approach (think: lab-grown spike proteins). The FDA just wants a bit more data before giving the green light. If approved, Novavax could stay on shelves even after health emergencies end. Did you know this vaccine is still in the game? #Novavax #COVID19 #VaccineNews #FDAApproval #HealthUpdate #Health61Share
Christian Boone+FollowModerna’s $176M Bird Flu Vaccine BoostThe government just dropped $176 million to fast-track Moderna’s new mRNA bird flu vaccine. Yep, the same tech behind the COVID shots! With bird flu popping up in cows and a few humans (all mild cases so far), officials want to be ready if things get worse. The best part? If another flu strain pops up, they can pivot fast. Pandemic prep is getting a serious upgrade! #BirdFlu #Moderna #VaccineNews #mRNA #HealthUpdate #Health2118Share
Edward Parrish+FollowTeddi Mellencamp’s Tumors Are Shrinking!Teddi Mellencamp just dropped a major health update: her stage 4 melanoma tumors have shrunk or disappeared after weeks of immunotherapy! She’s got a couple more treatments to go, but doctors are super optimistic she’ll be cancer-free soon. Teddi’s keeping her spirits high and is so grateful for all the love and support. If you’ve been following her journey, this is the hopeful news we all needed! #TeddiMellencamp #RHOBH #CancerAwareness #Melanoma #HealthUpdate #Health541Share
William Vasquez+FollowFoods Getting a Dye Makeover?Did you know your fave cereals, candies, and even some yogurts might be getting a recipe revamp? The FDA wants to ditch a bunch of artificial food dyes (think Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1) by 2026, citing possible links to hyperactivity in kids. That means Lucky Charms, Doritos, Skittles, and even some orange peels could look a little different soon. Wildest part? These dyes are even in some meds and sausage casings! Time to check those labels! #FoodNews #FDA #FoodDyes #SnackAttack #HealthUpdate #Health140Share
Lori Elliott+FollowQueen Sonja Airlifted After Scare!Queen Sonja of Norway, 87, had to be airlifted to the hospital after suddenly struggling to breathe at her mountain cabin! Thankfully, she’s been discharged and is on sick leave for the week. This isn’t her first health scare—she had a pacemaker put in just a few months ago, and King Harald’s had his own share of hospital visits too. Royal life is definitely not as glamorous as it looks! #RoyalNews #QueenSonja #Norway #HealthUpdate #WatercoolerMoment #Health281Share
Caleb Richmond+FollowRSV Shots Now for 50+? Here’s What’s New!Just spotted some big news for anyone 50 and up: CDC advisers say RSV shots should be available for at-risk folks as young as 50 (down from 60+)! That could help so many who worry about catching RSV, which can get pretty serious. Plus, they’re still figuring out the best timing for boosters and looking at more data. Would you get the shot if recommended? Let’s talk! #RSV #HealthUpdate #Vaccines #CDC #StayHealthy #Health60Share
Amber Stout+FollowBolsonaro Faces Another Surgery👨⚕️ Former President Jair Bolsonaro is undergoing surgery again due to complications from his 2018 stabbing. After being hospitalized for a bowel obstruction, doctors in Brasilia are working to remove intestinal adhesions. Despite medical setbacks, Bolsonaro’s political aspirations continue as his party gears up for next year. Wishing him a smooth recovery! #Bolsonaro #Brazil #HealthUpdate90Share