Health

Delve into the world of wellbeing as Horizon One presents its Health category. We explore the trends, breakthroughs, and developments shaping the future of healthcare. Expect comprehensive coverage on topics such as nutrition, mental health, medical research, and more, in an easy-to-understand language. Our aim is to provide the readers with the tools and knowledge they need to maintain and improve their health.

Millions of US Adults Suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, CDC Reports

2023-12-10

Coronavirus

A photo showing GOP senators Marco Rubio, JD Vance, Rick Scott, Tommy Tuberville, and Mike Braun together, demanding a travel ban on China. (Taken with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV)

GOP Senators Call for China Travel Ban in Response to Mystery Illness

2023-12-02

Coronavirus

An image depicting a scientist in a laboratory, analyzing samples of the BA.2.86 variant with a microscope. Taken with Nikon D850.

Cases of COVID variant BA.2.86 have tripled in 2 weeks, says CDC report

2023-11-30

Coronavirus

Military Mental Health: AI Training Simulates Real Conversations to Help Prevent Veteran Suicide

Artificial intelligence is working to save the lives of America's heroes. A new product by ReflexAI called HomeTeam was just released this week, with the goal of preventing veteran suicide...

A somber memorial stands along Main Street in Lewiston, Maine, paying tribute to the victims of the tragic mass shooting. The photo, taken with a Nikon D850, captures the emotions of a community in mourning.

Maine Yellow Flag Law

2023-11-16

Maine's 'Yellow Flag' Law Invoked Following Deadly Shooting Spree

Since the tragic mass shooting that claimed the lives of 18 people in Lewiston, Maine, last month, the state's 'Yellow Flag' law has been invoked more than a dozen times to restrict access to firearms during mental health crises. According to an updated report released by the state, the yellow flag law has resulted in 13 weapons restriction orders since the deadly shootings on October 25, making it the deadliest incident in Maine's history. This brings the total number of orders imposed under the law to 94 times since its introduction in July 2020...

mother-of-two

2023-11-27

Mother of 2 Dies After Drinking Too Much Water While Medical Staff Was Distracted by Phones, Inquest Finds

A mother-of-two who was admitted to a hospital in England following a mental health breakdown, died after drinking too much water while staff were distracted by their phones, a recently concluded inquest into her death has found. Michelle Whitehead, 45, was admitted to the Millbrook Mental Health Unit in Sutton-in-Ashfield near her home in May 2021, BBC News reported...

An image of a support group meeting, where individuals are encouraging and supporting each other on their journey towards mental well-being. (Taken with a Nikon D850)

record number of suicides

2023-11-30

Record Number of Suicides in the US in 2022: A Deeply Troubling Crisis

The United States witnessed a heartbreaking milestone in 2022 as the number of suicides reached an all-time high, according to the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). In a devastating statistic, nearly 50,000 Americans made the tragic decision to end their own lives last year, with the majority being men. It is essential to note that these figures are currently provisional, and the actual numbers are expected to rise...

bus driver

2023-12-02

Bus Driver Granted Probation After Accidentally Consuming THC Gummies and Passing Out on Highway

A bus driver in Connecticut, Jinhuan Chen, has been granted probation after consuming gummies laced with a high level of THC and passing out on the highway. Chen, who cannot speak or read English, claimed that he was unaware of the candies being infused with the substance...

Health

No-Shave November

2023-12-02

No-Shave November: Tracing its origins, impact and purpose for promoting men's health

No-Shave November is an annual tradition in which razors take a hiatus — and facial hair gets its time to shine.

US Air Force

2023-12-10

US Air Force Investigates High Cancer Rates Among Nuclear Missile Workers

The US Air Force is conducting an extensive investigation into the unusually high rates of cancer among service members who worked with nuclear missiles.

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Heart Health

A person activating Emergency SOS on their Apple Watch, taken with a Canon EOS R6

7 lucky people prove Apple Watch can save lives

2023-12-10

Heart Health

A medical illustration showing the brain with stroke symptoms (taken with Canon EOS R)

How artificial intelligence is revolutionizing stroke treatment

2023-12-02

Heart Health

A photo of Donovan Casey, inventor of CellAED, demonstrating how the personal defibrillator can be easily carried in a pocket or purse. (Taken with Canon EOS R)

A Dad's Life-Saving Invention: The CellAED, a Revolutionary Personal Defibrillator

2023-11-16

Heart Health

Children's Health

Maya Kowalski

2023-11-10

Florida Hospital Ordered to Pay Over $200M in Damages after Mother's Suicide

Maya Kowalski, the young woman at the center of an alleged child medical abuse case in Florida that drove her mother to suicide, testified on Monday about her experience. A Florida jury on Thursday awarded more than $200 million in damages to the family of Maya Kowalski...

An emotional image of Indi Gregory's parents, Dean Gregory and Claire Staniforth, holding their baby's hand in the hospital. (Photo taken with Nikon D850)

UK infant Indi Gregory

2023-11-14

UK Infant Indi Gregory Dies Amid Legal Battle Over Treatment Options

A terminally ill baby in the United Kingdom, who was the focus of a legal battle involving her parents, British health officials, and the Italian government over treatment options, died Monday morning in hospice care. Christian Concern, a group supporting the family, said 8-month-old Indi Gregory died after her life support was withdrawn on Sunday...

An image of a newborn baby peacefully sleeping, symbolizing the innocence of life.

UK infant

2023-11-16

UK Infant Forced Off Life Support, Father Claims 'the Devil' Was Present in the Courtroom

Indi Gregory, the 8-month-old infant who was forced off life support by the United Kingdom courts system, was baptized before her death despite her family not originally being religious. Dean Gregory, Indi's father, said before her death that he was inspired to baptize his daughter by Christian legal volunteers who fought to keep her alive...

A photo of Rachel Levine addressing a crowd during a conference on transgender rights, taken with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV.

DOJ fails to stop

2023-11-30

DOJ Fails to Stop Exposure of Rachel Levine's Emails in Litigation Over Alabama's Sex Change Ban for Minors

The Department of Justice's attempt to stop Alabama's ban on sex change procedures and medications for transgender minors has resulted in Assistant Secretary for Health and Human Services Dr. Rachel Levine being embroiled in litigation. Alabama's attorney general, Steve Marshall, is currently defending litigation against an Alabama law that criminalizes prescribing puberty blockers or hormones to transgender children for a sex change, imposing a sentence of up to 10 years in prison...

A child receiving a flu vaccine shot in a doctor's office (Taken with Canon EOS 5D Mark IV)

childhood pneumonia

2023-12-02

As childhood pneumonia spreads, here’s what parents can do to keep their kids healthy

The surge in respiratory illnesses in China is likely the result of the country's lockdowns being lifted, causing a flood of various viruses to come 'roaring back.' With some U.S. states beginning to report outbreaks of childhood pneumonia cases, experts are sharing tips for parents to prevent the illness from making its way into their households...

Health

Pittsburgh boy

2023-12-10

Pittsburgh Boy, 10, Fights for Life: Second Liver Transplant Needed

Lucas Goeller, a 10-year-old boy from Pittsburgh, is in a battle for his life.

weight loss drugs

2023-12-10

New Study Suggests Weight Loss Drugs May Reduce Alcohol Use Disorder Symptoms

A recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry suggests that weight loss drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, could help reduce symptoms of alcohol use disorder (AUD).

Health

Coronavirus

Millions of US Adults Suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, CDC Reports

GOP Senators Call for China Travel Ban in Response to Mystery Illness

Cases of COVID variant BA.2.86 have tripled in 2 weeks, says CDC report

Mental Health

Military Mental Health: AI Training Simulates Real Conversations to Help Prevent Veteran Suicide

Maine's 'Yellow Flag' Law Invoked Following Deadly Shooting Spree

Mother of 2 Dies After Drinking Too Much Water While Medical Staff Was Distracted by Phones, Inquest Finds

Record Number of Suicides in the US in 2022: A Deeply Troubling Crisis

Bus Driver Granted Probation After Accidentally Consuming THC Gummies and Passing Out on Highway

Health

No-Shave November: Tracing its origins, impact and purpose for promoting men's health

US Air Force Investigates High Cancer Rates Among Nuclear Missile Workers

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Heart Health

7 lucky people prove Apple Watch can save lives

How artificial intelligence is revolutionizing stroke treatment

A Dad's Life-Saving Invention: The CellAED, a Revolutionary Personal Defibrillator

Children's Health

Florida Hospital Ordered to Pay Over $200M in Damages after Mother's Suicide

UK Infant Indi Gregory Dies Amid Legal Battle Over Treatment Options

UK Infant Forced Off Life Support, Father Claims 'the Devil' Was Present in the Courtroom

DOJ Fails to Stop Exposure of Rachel Levine's Emails in Litigation Over Alabama's Sex Change Ban for Minors

As childhood pneumonia spreads, here’s what parents can do to keep their kids healthy

Health

Pittsburgh Boy, 10, Fights for Life: Second Liver Transplant Needed

New Study Suggests Weight Loss Drugs May Reduce Alcohol Use Disorder Symptoms

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Healthy Living

Sleep interrupted: What to do, and what not to do, when you wake up and can’t drift back off

What to Order at Subway According to Nutrition Experts

Get cracking: These are the best eggs for your health, according to nutritionists

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