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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.
Whatever Happened to Freedom of Choice?
I promised that I wouldn’t talk about the COVID-19 pandemic anymore in 2021, but since the media likes to continue instilling fear among us and the government keeps milking the whole crisis, this led me to rant about a number of issues. If you have read my previous stories on Vocal last year regarding the pandemic, I was feeling depressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted (mentally and physically). I’ve been tired of continuing taking safety measures. Back in late June, I returned to work for the first time in over a year and a half and have since been fully vaccinated. It was good to not only see my coworkers again, but to get back to the swing of things after my daily routine was rudely interrupted last year. Here are my opinions about face masks and vaccinations.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 4 years ago in Longevity
I Took My Third COVID-19 Vaccine Shot Today
Shortly since receiving my second dose of Covid-19 vaccine (Pfizer) I have been fortunate to have been able to monitor my neutralizing antibody titer against the original SARS-CoV-2 Washington/Wuhan outbreak strain, and two of the most commonly circulating variants today, B1.1.7 (UK) and B1.351 (South African). Like everyone else from whom this data has been collected I have seen my titer dropping with each successive test. While my numbers still sit above the threshold for protection, if the trend continues I will be totally vulnerable to the South African variant in 1 to 2 months, and vulnerable to UK some 3 months or so later. Unfortunately, I have not yet had the opportunity to determine my titer against Delta, the newest and scariest variant yet, though I should have those numbers sometime in the next few weeks. However, given the seriousness of the Delta variant, and the news that several persons I know may have Covid-19 caused by delta, I do not intend to wait and decided to take a booster dose of vaccine today. If I have been exposed to Delta in the past few days, a booster dose now will do me no good, however, I have to operate under the assumption that I have not and plan for future potential exposures by doing everything I can now to protect myself and my loved ones. In fact I am recommending to all my friends and family and anyone that will listen that they should get third vaccine doses now. Do not wait. Especially for those who were vaccinated among the first wave, healthcare workers and the like, many of them are likely completely unprotected and anecdotal evidence suggests unsurprisingly that Covid-19 cases are on the rise among this cohort.
By Everyday Junglist4 years ago in Longevity
My Story
The one time my parents decided to take a break and finally go on a vacation, I had to ruin it. My parents booked a flight to Cuba, they sent my sister and I over to my grandmothers. Everything was going fantastic until one day I became ill. I was awake for three days because of extricating stomach pains, I became bloated and weak. My grandmother had made the call to my parents to enlighten them on my illness and she then decided I needed to go to Hospital.
By Jessica Arthurs4 years ago in Longevity
Narayana Health City, Bangalore
BANGALORE, India, Dec. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gynaec Oncology Department of Narayana Health City has added another feather to its illustrious medical history by saving a 30-year-old from a rare condition. The patient was suffering from a large cancerous tumor in the uterus which had not only affected the functioning of her uterus, it had affected the functioning of her legs as well. The team of doctors at Narayana Health City, Bangalore successfully removed the tumor and saved her from the condition.
By rahul kumar4 years ago in Longevity
8 Effective Sure-Fire Tips To Get Rid Of Cellulite Fast
1. Take a healthy diet One of the easiest ways to keep a check on cellulite is by taking a healthy diet. If at all possible, avoid consuming food that is high in salt since sodium causes your fat cell to swell.
By Marilyn Lamantia4 years ago in Longevity
What is Knee Replacement Surgery?
Knee replacement is a surgical procedure that can relieve the pain of many patients with severe knee arthritis and improve their quality of life. Usually, patients undergo this type of surgery after non-surgical treatments (such as activity-regulating anti-inflammatory drugs or knee injections) fail to relieve the symptoms of arthritis. Dr. Abhijit S. Agashe is one of the best surgeons with an overall experience of 13 years and provides world-class treatments. Surgeons have been performing knee replacement surgery for more than 30 years, and they usually work very well; most of them report a 10-year success rate of more than 90%.
By Dr Abhijit4 years ago in Longevity
10 Amazing Benefits of Drink Lemon Water in the Morning to Boost Your Immunity.
Lemon is possibly the most mainstream and manageable citrus natural result. Its all-presence is owed to its reviving flavor and smell, improving its well-known decision for seasoning numerous plans and smell. Lemon is likewise generally utilized in various refreshments, from teas and mixed drinks to juices. Besides its important use as a flavor, lemon has been used for its healing worth for a long. A rich wellspring of Vitamine C, lemon has significant medical advantages going from its antibacterial and antiviral properties to its resistant boosting capacities. Maybe the most well-known way to receive the well-being rewards of lemon is by squeezing it. Lemon juice goes about as a stomach-related and detoxifying specialist and helps in cleaning the liver, prompting better stomach-related well-being.
By Alissa Rose4 years ago in Longevity
Best Products to Treat a Dry Itchy Scalp
Best Products to Treat a Dry Itchy Scalp Ever run your fingers through your hair, only to realize later that your shoulders look like they just experienced a snowstorm (metaphorically speaking)? That’s a dead giveaway for one dry itchy scalp.
By Nida_Babar4 years ago in Longevity
