A regional public health department in Idaho is no longer offering COVID-19 vaccines to residents in six counties after a narrow decision by its board. South West District Health appears to be the first in the country to be restricted from providing vaccines for COVID-19. Vaccinations are an essential function of a public health department. …
Nutrition
Demodex mites are living, mating on your face – what you need to know
Look at these pore souls. Dr. Scott Walter — a board-certified dermatologist in the Denver area — is raising awareness about Demodex, a type of tiny eight-legged mite that inhabits the hair follicles and oil glands on our face, chest and neck. Demodex is a type of tiny eight-legged mite that lives in the hair …
For a day I tried to eat like Donald Trump and Kamala Harris
Whose food has your vote? A food critic walked in the shoes of both presidential candidates, eating the same as for a day – breakfast, lunch and dinner. And like the views of Donald J. Trump and Kamala Harris, their tastes couldn’t be more opposite — except for an unexpected bipartisan support shown for Doritos. …
3 weight loss strategies found to be most effective: new study
Looking to accelerate your weight loss goals? New research finds that intermittent fasting, eating fewer meals during the day and focusing on caloric intake earlier in the day for at least 12 weeks can help you lose more weight than following standard care and getting advice nutritious. Researchers from Bond University in Australia analyzed 29 …
The NYC marathon runner recently had major brain surgery
Leanna Scaglione — a former ballerina who completed a half marathon in March, just two months after brain surgery — is now preparing to run in the NYC Marathon on Sunday. “This is my redemption ride,” the 32-year-old Upper East Sider told The Post. Scaglione will tackle the 26.2-mile course less than a year after …
I tried Kate Middleton’s diet for a day – one thing was gross
One thing Kate Middleton eats every day is royal disgust. That’s according to one hungry journalist who sampled the Princess of Wales’ typical diet for 24 hours – and liked most of what they tried, with one notable exception. Kate is said to love preparing meals for her family and is somewhat of a chef …
Why ditching the sneakers is better for your workouts
Don’t start stripping down at the gym just yet. Experts say that dressing up a little less for workouts can have some big benefits for your body, but it’s less about showing off your curves than it is about your arches. Some pediatricians, trainers and orthopedic surgeons are talking about the benefits of going shoeless …
3 ways to get your kids to sleep until daylight
Americans may spend an extra hour in bed this weekend as the clocks “go back” for daylight saving time, but parents of little ones may not be so lucky. Luckily, pediatric sleep consultant Amanda (@dreamologybyamanda_) promises she has strategies to get your kids to wake up later this Sunday. And bonus points if it means …
Chipotle brings back bigger portions after customer backlash
Chipotle said it has consistently offered “generous portions” in an effort to satisfy customers who complained on social media that they were skimping on their serving sizes. Interim CEO Scott Boatwright told analysts Tuesday that the proof is on the company’s social media platforms, where he said people are “posting big burritos, big bowls and …
Wealthy, educated professionals have lower risk of dementia: study
Here’s another reason to get rich quick. A new study finds that highly educated professionals in the wealthiest third of the population are less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment and for the condition to progress to dementia. A college education was associated with a 43% lower chance of moving from a healthy cognitive state …