With Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner, it’s difficult not to get swept up into the holiday spirit without enjoying our favorite sweets and desserts. And sure, we’ve heard about the risks of diabetes, obesity and tooth decay from indulging in sugary treats. But do we also understand how these treats affect our […]
The autumn chill has officially arrived, along with the enticement of snuggling under the covers with a cup of hot apple cider or a pumpkin spiced latte for weekend of Netflix marathon-ing. But as alluring as hibernation sounds, a new study reminds us to avoid long periods of sitting to keep — not only our […]
As August comes to a rapid close, ADRLF joins many voices to devote special focus to National Immunization Awareness Month. Last year’s measles outbreak, which affected 668 people in 27 states around the United States, is a stark reminder of the importance of vaccination. This month, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) highlights the role […]
World Hepatitis Day is an annual celebration to promote awareness, screening and treatment of viral hepatitis. This “hidden epidemic” affects over 400 million people worldwide, and is one of the world’s top ten infectious diseases. This year, the theme is “Prevent Hepatitis,” which aims to raise public consciousness of hepatitis A, B, C, D or […]
In the US alone, about 3.5-5 million people are believed to be living with hepatitis, the majority of which are not aware of having the disease — thus we are facing a “silent epidemic.” Hepatitis is responsible for up to 18,000 deaths each year, making it one of the leading infectious diseases that seriously impact […]
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