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Welcome to allergy season. Here’s how to protect yourself

Allergy season is upon us, bringing with it runny noses, itchy eyes and sneezing. Climate change is leading to longer and more intense allergy seasons.

 

Some people tape their mouths shut at night. Doctors wish they wouldn’t

Some people are taping their mouths shut to improve sleep, but doctors advise against this practice.

 

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Here’s what dermatologists are saying about your skin care routine: Keep it simple

Social media has a huge influence on skincare routines, often promoting complex do-it-yourself regimens aimed at keeping a youthful appearance.

 

Do weighted vests really help you get in shape faster?

Weighted vests are increasingly showing up in fitness classes and on jogging tracks. Social media influencers tout them as a way to keep bones healthy, increase performance and even accelerate weight loss.

 

As the ADA turns 35, groups fighting for disability rights could see their federal dollars slashed

Congress is considering proposals from President Donald Trump to slash funding for disability rights centers in each state, and advocates worry that they could lose more than 60% their federal dollars.

 

A good shower is a simple shower, no matter what influencers recommend

Elaborate, multistep shower routines are all over social media. They can inspire people to spending endless amounts of time sudsing up.

 

Black dads go public with support for their kids with autism — and each other

A growing number of Black fathers with autistic children are looking to be more visible in the national autism conversation through podcasts, nonprofits and summits that specifically address their experience.

 

Disabled workers have faced prejudice. Now they face DOGE firings

Layoffs of disabled workers across the federal government are raising questions about its commitment to inclusion.

 

Spring allergies are back. Here’s how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing

Allergy season can be miserable for tens of millions of Americans each year. Allergies are caused by trees, grass, and other pollens and symptoms include a runny nose, itchy eyes, coughing and sneezing.

 

The Trump administration withdrew 11 pieces of ADA guidance. How will it affect compliance?

President Donald Trump’s administration has withdrawn 11 pieces of guidance related to the Americans with Disabilities Act that helped stores, hotels and other businesses understand their obligation to the law.

 

Black women’s hair products are in the safety spotlight. Here’s what to know

Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion benefits are outweighed by potential health hazards.

 

Utah close to fully banning fluoride in water, stripping cities’ ability to decide

Utah appears to be the first state ready to put a full ban on fluoride in public water systems under a bill that doesn’t allow cities or communities to decide whether to add the cavity-preventing mineral.

 

More adults are wondering if they have autism. Here are tips to seek a diagnosis

More adults have sought insight on whether they have autism in the last decade. It often happens after their children are diagnosed or when they see social media posts.

 

About half of Americans approve of using weight-loss drugs to treat obesity, AP-NORC poll finds

A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows about half of U.S. adults believe it is a good thing for adults to use weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and other brands if they are struggling with obesity or have a health condition tied to weight.

 

Costco eggs and SunFed cucumbers recalled due to potential contamination

Cucumbers shipped to the U.S. and Canada — and organic eggs sold in 25 Costco stores in five southern U.S. states — have been recalled because of potential salmonella contamination.

 

Feeling betrayed by increased minority support for Trump, Black women say they’re stepping back

Donald Trump’s victory has dismayed many politically engaged Black women, and they’re reassessing their enthusiasm for politics and organizing.

 

Disabled Americans rely on rideshare apps but say they still face discrimination

Disabled rideshare users have for years reported having less access to Lyft and Uber than able-bodied people.

 

Here are new guidelines for preventing stroke, the nation’s fourth biggest killer

Stroke was the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2023, and more than half a million Americans have a stroke every year.

 

Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates

A new report from Rutgers University estimates that about 40.2 million eligible voters in the quickly approaching U.S. presidential election are disabled.

 

Hundreds of places in the US said racism was a public health crisis. What’s changed?

More than 200 cities and counties declared racism was a public health crisis in the past few years, mostly after George Floyd was murdered by police in Minneapolis in May 2020.

 

Congresswomen press FDA on why a proposal to ban hair-straightening chemicals is delayed

Two U.S. House members who first pushed the Food and Drug Administration in 2023 to investigate the health risks of hair straighteners used primarily by Black women are asking the agency why it has twice delayed its target date to propose a ban on products containing formaldehyde.

 

It’s not just IUDs. Gynecologists and patients are focused on making procedures less painful

Federal officials affirmed this month that the pain people might feel when getting an IUD can be more than doctors’ promises of “just a pinch.”

 

Rural communities of color across the US find new ways to get the health care they need

Haywood Park Community Hospital was the closest hospital for many in Brownsville, Tennessee, a rural city in the western part of the state.

 

People with ADHD are turning to AI apps to help with tasks. Experts say try it cautiously

People who have ADHD are starting to turn to AI to help them break down once-insurmountable tasks like emails, business plans and proofreading.

 

In cities across the US, Black and Latino neighborhoods have less access to pharmacies

An Associated Press analysis of licensing data from 44 states, data from the National Council for Prescription Drug Programs and the American Community Survey shows residents of neighborhoods that are majority Black and Latino have fewer pharmacies per capita than people who live in mostly white nei

 

Non-white pedestrians more often end up in the ER for vehicle-related injuries, report shows

Pedestrians who are not white ended up in the emergency room for traffic-related injuries at higher rates than white people.

 

Court case over fatal car crash raises issues of mental health and criminal liability

No one disputes that Michelle Wierson crashed her SUV into a car stopped at a traffic light in suburban Atlanta, causing the death of a young boy.

 

Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts

Nearly a third of American adults don’t get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Stress and anxiety are keeping people from snoozing, as can a culture that experts say is about productivity, not rest.

 

Some cancer patients can find it hard to tell family and friends

For some cancer patients, sharing the news can be a difficult decision. Not everyone is comfortable telling others, for cultural or privacy reasons _ or because they just don’t want to talk about it.

 

Paxlovid can lessen the chance of a severe COVID-19 illness. Why is it underused?

Paxlovid can prevent hospitalization and death from COVID-19, but experts say it’s being underused. The pills’ high price and doctors’ hesitation to prescribe them are creating obstacles to getting the drug to everyone who would benefit.

 

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