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But vaccinations are still stalling. Making up most of those new cases and hospitalizations: large chunks of the remaining unvaccinated population. This proportion hasnt changed meaningfully in two months. Many Americans are getting worried. We collected the latest data for the week ending on July 2. People are right to be worried about it. Variants are sparking regional epidemics in largely unvaccinated communities. Some states may be forced to renew COVID measures....

Apples are widely available and are chock-full of healthy nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. Additionally, apples containpolyphenolsand fiber,both of which can help lower your cholesterol levels. Studies found that the ingredients in apples most likely contributing to the improved cholesterol levels were pectin and polyphenols. tpzjil / istockphoto Jan 24 2018;7(1):20. doi:10.3390/antiox7010020 Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.Apples. National Foundation for Cancer Research.Can an apple a day help keep cancer away?...

An armpit lumpor axillary lumpcan occur as a symptom of many conditions that range from harmless to serious. It is often the result of an enlarged lymph node. Many armpit lumps appear and then go away after a few days. triocean / Getty Images Pain may or may not be present. A healthcare provider should check any armpit lump that is hard and doesn’t change. triocean / Getty Images Is an Armpit Lump a Symptom of Breast Cancer?...

Ant bites are common and, while occasionally painful, are rarely severe. What is commonly referred to as an “ant bite” is actually anant stingcaused by a toxic venom. Itching can sometimes last for weeks. Nataba / Getty Images Serious reactions, like allergies, are rare but can occur and may even be life-threatening. Any ant bite that causes extreme swelling and breathing difficulties should be treated as a medical emergency. These bright red, venomous ants typically sting around seven to eight times in a circular pattern....

Getty Images | fizkes Antibiotics are medications used to treat infections due to bacteria. Although antibiotics are used to treat infections, a question often asked is whether antibiotics can cause yeast infections. The short answer is yes, it’s possible. Getty Images | fizkes Without the healthy bacteria, yeasts can overgrow. How Do Antibiotics Lead to Yeast Infections? They usually exist in a balance that does not harm you. Antibiotics are designed to attack harmful bacteria that may make you sick....

Some medications can make you feel tired or fatiguedbut antibiotics typically arent one of them. However, some people still report feeling this way during their course of treatment. A small amount of people have reported tiredness with certain antibiotics, such asmacrolides. Getty Images / d3sign Your body might feel tired simply because of the infection. Additionally, some bacteria release toxins when theyre killed by antibiotics, leaving you feeling even more fatigued....

Antihistaminescan be great at relieving allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery eyes. While the drugs are generally regarded as safe, they are not without side effects. What Are Antihistamines? Tetra Images / Getty Images Without these attachment points, histamine cannot act on the body and cause allergy symptoms. Can Antihistamines Cause Weight Gain? Weight gain may be linked to changes inlymph flowthat affectlipids(fats) and digestive absorption....

When you feel anxious, your breathing rate might increase, leaving you short of breath and dizzy. For example, you may start to sweat, or your heart might beat faster. All of these physiological changes can contribute to dizziness. Maskot / Getty Images Can Dizziness Trigger Anxiety? In some cases, dizziness may trigger anxiety. Certain conditions that cause dizziness can also trigger anxiety. For example: Any form of dizziness can be disconcerting....

There is no cure foreczema, but there are treatments available to help manage symptoms. Treatments can include over-the-counter (OTC) remedies, prescription medications, or complementary or alternative therapies. One alternative therapy isapple cider vinegar. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi Some people with eczema use apple cider vinegar to help with their symptoms. Apple cider vinegar is a kind of fermented apple juice. Fermentation turns fruit sugars into alcohol, then bacteria turn the alcohol into acetic acid....

Some test-tube studies have suggested that apple cider vinegar can neutralize fungi likeC. When there’s an imbalancepossibly resulting from pregnancy, antibiotics, or oral contraceptivesC. albicansmay grow out of control causing an infection. Verywell / Jessica Olah Apple cider vinegar is thought by some to treat yeast overgrowth by creating a hostile environment forC. By contrast, a 2019 study concluded that apple cider vinegar was not substantially effective in killingC. albicanswhen compared to certain bacteria found normally in the body....

Their findings are published inNature Communications. Why Are Some Individuals Asymptomatic? The symptoms of a viral infection are directly related to the bodys immune response to fight it off. It may help to consider the wide range of immune responses to a mosquito bite. The same goes for COVID-19. For some, the immune response is mild to the extent that it does not cause any symptoms. The range of immune responsefrom mild to severeis based on many different factors....

But if you have no symptoms, can you still spread Omicron and other variants? This has led to reduced quarantine times and social distancing precautions. When Should You Get Tested? Getty Images you’re free to also receive free tests in the mail by registering atCovid.gov. This also pertains to those that are vaccinated. For the most recent updates on COVID-19, visit ourcoronavirus news page. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Monitoring variant proportions....

It can also affect the toenails. Athlete’s foot can spread from person to person. That’s one reason to wear flip-flops in the pool locker room. PhotoAlto/Odilon Dimier/Getty Images It can also spread from your feet to other parts of your body. This article will discuss how athlete’s foot spreads, prevention, and treatment options. How Does Athletes Foot Spread? Fungi prefer warm, moist environments and can live on skin, nails, and hair....