Let’s dive in. I’m going to walk through what we really know about influenza (sometimes just called the flu) in 2025—how it shows up, why it happens, and what you can do about it. I’ll aim to bring you expert-level clarity without jargon, so you can use this information in real life. This is for … Read more
In this article I’ll walk you through how the flu virus works, why you catch it, which “latent” fears people often have, and exactly what you can do to reduce your risk. We’ll cover causes, transmission, high-risk groups, and prevention—from daily habits to vaccine strategy. I’ll also highlight where you should dig deeper (for example, … Read more
Yes, COVID-19 boosters are still recommended in 2025. Also Read About: Bay Area Health Officials Recommend Flu Covid Shots Despite CDC Dropping Universal Recommendations in 2025 Imagine this: It’s mid-winter 2025, and you’re scrolling through your feed when a friend shares a heartbreaking story—a vibrant 68-year-old grandmother, otherwise healthy, sidelined for weeks by a breakthrough … Read more
Yes. All 13 Bay Area health directors recommend flu and COVID-19 shots for everyone 6 months and older, even though the CDC narrowed its guidance to high-risk groups. Why? Local data shows overlapping waves of flu, COVID, and RSV are still straining hospitals. Vaccines cut the risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and missed work or … Read more
Sleep is supposed to restore energy and sharpen focus. But for people with narcolepsy, sleep behaves differently—it spills into the daytime in ways that disrupt work, relationships, and safety. This isn’t just “being tired.” It’s a neurological condition that scrambles the brain’s ability to regulate sleep and wake cycles. Understanding its symptoms, causes, and what … Read more
Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder that affects the brain’s ability to regulate sleep-wake cycles. People living with it often experience overwhelming daytime sleepiness, sudden sleep attacks, cataplexy (loss of muscle control triggered by strong emotions), hallucinations, and disrupted nighttime sleep. While its symptoms are well known in medical circles, the social, legal, and personal … Read more
Even as we’ve adapted to life with COVID-19, questions about how long the virus can hang around on surfaces persist. In 2025, with vaccines widely available and new variants under constant scrutiny, fomite transmission—the spread through touched objects—remains a low but real risk. If you’ve ever wondered, “How long does COVID live on surfaces?” you’re … Read more
It’s hard to believe we’re still talking about COVID-19 five years after the world first ground to a halt, but here we are in 2025, navigating a virus that’s evolved into something more like a persistent seasonal flu for many—yet no less disruptive when it hits. If you’ve tested positive or are caring for someone … Read more
I’ve always believed that knowledge is the best shield against invisible threats, especially when it comes to something as sneaky as skin cancer. Picture this: you’re lounging on a beach, the sun kissing your skin, feeling alive and carefree. But beneath that warmth, ultraviolet rays are at work, potentially rewriting your health story years down … Read more
As we step into 2025, the world feels a bit steadier after years of navigating the unpredictable waves of COVID-19. But let’s be real—viruses don’t take holidays, and neither does science. If you’ve been scrolling through news feeds or chatting with friends about the latest updates, one question keeps popping up: is the new COVID … Read more
Introduction Here’s the deal: the landscape around COVID-19 vaccines is shifting fast. The CDC’s 2025 guidance is different in tone and structure compared to years past. If you want to make sense of what’s changed, what the data actually says, and how to act (for yourself or someone you care about), you’ll need more than … Read more
It’s a question that’s lingered in the back of many minds since the early days of the pandemic: could that sudden bout of loose stools be more than just something you ate? As we navigate the post-pandemic landscape in 2025, with COVID-19 no longer the overwhelming crisis it once was but still a persistent player … Read more
I’ve been tracking the evolution of respiratory viruses for over a decade now, ever since the early days of the pandemic when fevers seemed like the universal alarm bell. As a health journalist who’s interviewed countless epidemiologists and sifted through mountains of studies, one thing stands out: COVID-19 has always been a shape-shifter. In 2025, … Read more
Imagine this: You’ve shaken off the worst of your COVID-19 symptoms—fever gone, cough fading, energy trickling back. But that home antigen test? Still flashing a stubborn pink line. Frustrating, right? If you’ve ever wondered, how long can you test positive for COVID, you’re not alone. In the ever-evolving landscape of this virus, the answer isn’t a … Read more
In the ever-evolving landscape of public health, few questions linger as persistently as “when are you contagious with COVID?” Even as we’ve moved past the height of the pandemic, with vaccines and treatments becoming more sophisticated, the virus—SARS-CoV-2—continues to surprise us. Variants like Omicron’s descendants remind us that understanding contagious periods isn’t just academic; it’s … Read more