By Newswise Mice fed a diet high in fat, cholesterol and calories, akin to the Western diet, had higher measures of blood lipids associated with elevated levels of inflammation, a new UCLA study finds.  Researchers also identified clues to how the microbiology of the intestinal tract impacts disease-causing inflammation, suggesting that targeting the mucus interface […]

By County News Center San Diego, CA–Flu cases continue to outpace last season’s numbers, the County Health and Human Services Agency reported Wednesday. To date, 315 flu cases have been reported locally this year, compared to 25 at the same time last season. In the last week, 28 cases were reported, compared to seven in […]

While reported measles cases have fallen compared to previous years, progress toward measles elimination continues to decline and the risk of outbreaks is mounting, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).   During 2020, more than 22 million infants missed their first dose […]

By County News Center San Diego, CA–The California Department of Public Health has approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in 5- to 11-year-olds, and health care providers in the region are now vaccinating children in this age group. “Clinical trials have shown that the Pfizer vaccine is both safe and effective for use in children,” […]

By County News Center San Diego, CA–The County of San Diego has announced 11 new shigella cases associated with an ongoing outbreak, bringing the total to 15 confirmed and three probable among individuals experiencing homelessness. The continuing investigation shows onset of illness dates between Aug. 16 and Oct. 14. The 18 cases in this outbreak […]

By Newswise After a year of COVID-19 precautions that saw virtually no cases of this common childhood illness, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is back with a vengeance, and health care professionals are concerned. “The symptoms are virtually synonymous with the common cold – runny nose, congestion, maybe a little cough – but RSV is associated […]

By County News Center San Diego, CA–The number of influenza cases being reported in the region this season is higher than the average for this same time in recent years, the County Health and Human Services Agency said Wednesday. A total of 195 lab-confirmed influenza cases have been reported so far this season. That compared […]

By Newswise More than 80 percent of Americans are planning to celebrate Halloween this year, according to a recent public poll. If your plans include scary eyes, beware of costume contact lenses labeled “one size fits all” or “no need to see an eye doctor.” Costume lenses must be prescribed and fitted by an eye care […]