Fauci gets West Nile virus, plus dementia advice and wellness for veterans

Former NIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci was hospitalized earlier this month with the West Nile virus and is now recovering at home, according to a report. (Drew Angerer/Getty Images, main, E. Jason Wambsgans/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images, top right, NIH-NIAID/IMAGE POINT FR/BSIP/Universal Images Group via Getty Images, bottom right.)

HIGH-PROFILE INFECTION – Dr. Anthony Fauci was diagnosed with West Nile virus. Here’s what you should know about the mosquito-borne disease. Continue reading…

TURTLE TURMOIL – A salmonella outbreak was caused by tiny pet turtles in various U.S. states. The CDC shares safety tips to prevent infection. Continue reading…

SAY THIS, NOT THAT – Here are 16 safe things to say to a loved one who is struggling with dementia. Continue reading…

Dementia communication: couples interacting

For loved ones of dementia patients, communication is often one of the biggest challenges. (iStock)

DRASTIC MEASURES – Some Northeastern towns have issued a voluntary lockdown to prevent the spread of a potentially deadly illness. Continue reading…

‘MISLEADING CLAIMS’ – A new study finds that most baby foods don’t meet nutritional guidelines. Certain convenience products were rated least healthy. Continue reading…

MPOX VS. COVID – Is mpox (formerly monkeypox) the next coronavirus? Infectious disease experts weigh in on the pandemic potential. Continue reading…

Symptoms of mpox include a sometimes painful rash on various parts of the body, fever, chills, exhaustion, muscle aches, headache, swollen lymph nodes and respiratory symptoms. (iStock)

TOAST TO HEALTH – Here’s why some experts say drinking red wine in moderation can boost brain and heart health. Continue reading…

‘NO RULES’ DIET – Celebrity fitness trainer Megan Roup has embraced intuitive eating as an effective nutrition plan for her family. She shares the benefits here. Continue reading…

HOME HEALTH AIDS – These 11 monitoring devices keep track of everything from blood pressure to glucose levels — and they’re HSA-eligible. Continue reading…

WHAT VETS WANT – A poll revealed what’s most important to veterans in a presidential candidate, including a commitment to providing better health care and addressing the homelessness crisis. Continue reading…

From 2022 to 2023, 21% of veterans in the city of Chicago experienced homelessness, while 34% were without homes in California. (Francine Orr/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)