Author Archives: Health

Not everyone wants a Pfizer or Moderna COVID vaccine. Why not offer them something else?

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Health Canada The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is approved, but Canada hasn’t been using it. Some say the viral vector shot could convince more people to get vaccinated Author of the article: Sharon Kirkey Publishing date: Oct 01, 2021  •  2 days ago  •  5 minute read  •  285 Comments A Johnson… Read More »

Here’s What 30 Minutes of Jump Rope for a Month Did to This Guy’s Body

For his most recent one month physical challenge, Cam Jones (one half of YouTube’s Goal Guys) followed his brother Brendan’s example and set out to jump rope every single day for 30 days. After acquiring a simple speed rope and a 1-pound weighted rope, Cam assigns himself a target of doing 30 minutes each day.… Read More »

Most switches to Descovy PrEP are probably unnecessary and some may be harmful

One in eight PrEP users in Boston switched from the better-established formulation Truvada to the newer Descovy, but only 7% of those switching had a clinical indication for doing so. Moreover, 14% made potentially harmful switches, as Descovy may have a negative effect on body weight and cholesterol. The data come from Fenway Health, a… Read More »