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

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Dr. Anthony Fauci, West Nile virus and a mosquito.

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)