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CDC and Fitness Organizations Advocate for Regular Strength Training in Adults

CDC and Fitness Organizations Advocate for Regular Strength Training in Adults

CDC and Fitness Organizations Advocate for Regular Strength Training in Adults

They were ready to embrace aging. They didn’t anticipate these physical changes

They were ready to embrace aging. They didn’t anticipate these physical changes

Why is it harder to maintain a healthy weight as you get older? Experts explain.

CDC Reports Early Rise in Flu Cases and Child Fatalities as Respiratory Illness Season Begins

CDC Reports Early Rise in Flu Cases and Child Fatalities as Respiratory Illness Season Begins

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported an early increase in influenza activity across the United States, with outpatient visits for influenza-like illness (ILI) reaching 3.2%, surpassing the national baseline of 2.9%. This marks the beginning of the flu season in earnest, occurring earlier than typically observed. The CDC's weekly FluView update indicated that while RSV and COVID-19 cases remain low, flu test positivity has risen to 11.3% from 9.1% the previous week, primarily driven by influenza A. The agency also confirmed two additional child deaths from flu this week, bringing the total for the season to five. So far, there have been at least 2.6 million flu cases, 36,000 hospital admissions, and 2,100 deaths nationwide. States like California, Louisiana, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington are experiencing high or very high flu activity.

The US flu season is off to a very early start. It's targeting the South and West now

The US flu season is off to a very early start. It's targeting the South and West now

The U.S. flu season is off to a very early start, and it’s quickly intensifying

Exercise and Sleep Intertwined for Overall Health and Weight Management

Exercise and Sleep Intertwined for Overall Health and Weight Management

Exercise and Sleep Intertwined for Overall Health and Weight Management

Metabolic Syndrome: Beyond Weight and Sugar, Lifestyle Changes are Key to Management

Metabolic Syndrome: Beyond Weight and Sugar, Lifestyle Changes are Key to Management

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of at least three out of five risk factors: a large waist circumference, raised blood pressure, high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, and raised fasting glucose. It is primarily driven by insulin resistance and visceral fat, not solely by body weight or sugar intake. According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), approximately one in three U.S. adults meets this definition. The CDC's physical activity guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity weekly, plus muscle-strengthening activity on two or more days, as exercise improves glucose handling and lowers blood pressure and triglycerides. Other crucial lifestyle changes include a balanced diet, adequate sleep, reduced alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking. These interventions are often the first line of treatment, with medication considered if lifestyle changes are insufficient.

Beginner's Guide Emphasizes Consistency and Enjoyment for Sustainable Fitness Routines

Beginner's Guide Emphasizes Consistency and Enjoyment for Sustainable Fitness Routines

Beginner's Guide Emphasizes Consistency and Enjoyment for Sustainable Fitness Routines

Oregon Dairy Herd Confirms First Case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in State

Oregon Dairy Herd Confirms First Case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in State

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5 clade 2.3.4.4b has been confirmed in a dairy cattle herd in Oregon, marking the state's first reported case in cattle. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the virus through PCR detection, with genetic sequencing results pending. This detection occurred during Oregon's routine surveillance for HPAI in dairy cattle, where the herd had previously tested negative under the National Milk Testing Strategy. Since March 2024, dairy cattle in 22 states have been infected, with APHIS noting new cases in previously unaffected states this year. APHIS is collaborating with the Oregon Department of Agriculture to conduct further on-farm investigations, diagnostic testing, and epidemiological data collection to understand the detection better and prevent further spread. The USDA's HPAI eradication strategy remains unchanged, emphasizing biosecurity measures for all dairy farms.

Exercise Benefits Chronic Disease Patients, Aerobic Activity Shows Clearest Impact

Exercise Benefits Chronic Disease Patients, Aerobic Activity Shows Clearest Impact

A meta-analysis of 48 studies, published in *Scientific Reports*, examined the impact of physical activity on health indicators in individuals with or at risk of chronic diseases. The research, conducted by scientists from various Chinese universities, found that physical activity significantly improved several health indicators, particularly for people with hypertension and diabetes. Specific improvements were noted in systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, heart rate, and maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max). While aerobic exercise showed the clearest benefit in the primary analysis, no single exercise modality (aerobic, resistance, or combined) was definitively proven superior. The study did not establish significant effects on cardiovascular disease, BMI, or mental health scores across all analyzed data. The findings also indicated that evidence of benefit was strongest in Asia, North America, and Europe, with inconclusive results for other regions due to limited data.

Nutritionist Marián García Advocates for Stair Climbing Benefits, Especially for Individuals Over 40

Nutritionist Marián García Advocates for Stair Climbing Benefits, Especially for Individuals Over 40

Nutritionist Marián García Advocates for Stair Climbing Benefits, Especially for Individuals Over 40

Early Flu Season and New COVID-19 Variant Pose Heightened Risk for Seniors in Late 2026

Early Flu Season and New COVID-19 Variant Pose Heightened Risk for Seniors in Late 2026

The late 2026 flu season has commenced earlier than usual, with public health trackers indicating rising influenza activity across multiple states ahead of schedule. Concurrently, a new COVID-19 variant is circulating globally, presenting symptoms that closely resemble the flu and common cold. This overlap in symptoms makes it challenging to differentiate between the viruses without testing. Adults aged 65 and older face the highest risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and complications from both the flu and the new COVID-19 variant. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends higher-dose or adjuvanted flu vaccines for seniors to elicit a stronger immune response. Health officials emphasize the importance of testing rather than guessing, especially for older adults, due to the potential for rapid deterioration in health.

US CDC confirms six measles-related deaths in 2026

US CDC confirms six measles-related deaths in 2026

Nov 12 (Reuters) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed six measles-related deaths in the US this year, according to the agency's website on Thursday, as the country grapples with its worst resurgence of the virus in decades.