New Orleans winter weather hard freeze

New Orleans winter weather hard freeze

Very cold air is coming to New Orleans and southeast Louisiana. It will feel even colder with strong winds delivering dangerous wind chills to the region.As the cold air begins to move in, there’s also the chance for some wintry precipitation in the form of freezing rain and sleet. All of this will require several … Read more

Why being cold is good for your brain, sleep and waistline… And it helped my son after his first-floor plunge

Why being cold is good for your brain, sleep and waistline… And it helped my son after his first-floor plunge

By Dr Michael Mosley for the Daily Mail 23:23 08 Dec 2023, updated 23:40 08 Dec 2023 As we’ve all noticed, it’s been very chilly recently. My family lives in an old house, which is hard to keep warm, and our boiler has gone on the blink, yet again. But as we huddle around the … Read more

Epidemiological modeling examines the mortality impact of variable temperatures in Europe

Epidemiological modeling examines the mortality impact of variable temperatures in Europe

In a recent study published in The Lancet Regional Health, researchers evaluate the impact of temporal data aggregation on estimating the temperature-mortality relationship in Europe using weekly and monthly data as alternatives to daily health records. Study: The effect of temporal data aggregation to assess the impact of changing temperatures in Europe: an epidemiological modelling study. … Read more

Flu surges in the Southeast – The Hill

Flu surges in the Southeast – The Hill

Flu surges in the Southeast  The Hill Flu levels high in Alabama, 6 other states: Is it too late to get a flu shot?  AL.com The flu is soaring in seven US states and rising in others, health officials say  WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit Flu numbers continue to rise in Houston as holiday season approaches  KHOU.com Flu Outbreak … Read more

I’m a doctor and I’ve just made a change to the way I shower to stay in peak health for longer

I’m a doctor and I’ve just made a change to the way I shower to stay in peak health for longer

By Louise Allingham and Carina Stathis For Daily Mail Australia 01:17 06 Nov 2023, updated 01:22 06 Nov 2023 A doctor has revealed how taking a cold bath or shower can improve your overall health and leave you not just feeling but even looking younger.  Dr Poonam Desai recommends adding a quick plunge or showering … Read more

As scientists edge closer to a cure for chronic cold hands

As scientists edge closer to a cure for chronic cold hands

By Emily Joshu Health Reporter For Dailymail.Com 12:00 05 Nov 2023, updated 12:07 05 Nov 2023 Researchers are getting closer to figuring out what causes Raynaud’s disease Bundling up, running your hands under warm water, and staying dry can help  READ MORE: Finally a cure for chronic cold hands? Study finds Raynaud’s cause Last month, science … Read more

Elderly and vulnerable people at risk from low home temperatures, warns Lilli

Elderly and vulnerable people at risk from low home temperatures, warns Lilli

Interventions are needed to urgently prevent elderly and vulnerable people from putting their health at risk, with temperatures inside some homes reaching as low as 5C last winter, says Lilli, the SaaS company using a proactive care lifestyle monitoring technology to revolutionize care. This stark warning comes off the back of analysis of anonymized data … Read more

How counties in Houston area are preparing roads ahead of winter storm

How counties in Houston area are preparing roads ahead of winter storm

HOUSTON – The Texas Department of Transportation says they will start pre-treating roads, highways, and overpasses across the Houston area in the next 24 hours. They are waiting for roads to dry before starting the treatment process. Officials are urging people to stay at home and stay safe. “The more prepared our citizens can be … Read more