With the Caribbean holding 24 countries and even more cultures, it’s no surprise that the region holds some of the most diverse and exciting foods in the world.
Here’s a look at some of the most delicious and interesting foods in the Caribbean:
Is the Nanopatch the Future of Vaccines?
Mark Kendall earned the Young Florey Medal in 2016 for developing a breakthrough in vaccines. So, what did the professor at the University of Queensland invent? The Nanopatch.
Kendall’s work drew the attention of the CDC and the World Health Organization. Now the professor is working with Vaxxas and the school’s Institute for Bio engineering and Nanotechnology to get the patch ready for the public.
How to Keep Valuables Safe on Vacation
No matter where you are traveling you run the risk of valuables being lost or stolen.
Luckily, you aren’t helpless to these unfortunate situations. By being a bit cautious, there’s no reason you should return home with less items than when you left.
What Is A “Combination” Vaccine?
You may have heard of “combination” vaccines. These immunizations protect against more than one disease or virus. But, what exactly are they? How do they work?
Children receive vaccines from infancy to protect them from various diseases. Many of these infections could be fatal to them due to their growing immune system.
These routine shots can be hard on children and parents. The frequent trips to the hospital and many rounds of shots can quickly create frustration with the whole process. To combat this fatigue, most doctors recommend getting more than one shot per visit.
The Five Safest Countries To Visit In the World
For the past 11 years, the World Economic Forum has put together a list of the safest countries in the world to visit. These countries made it to the top five in 2017. This is based on a variety of factors including growth, policy, and security.
Can Viral Outbreaks Be Predicted?
Viral outbreaks are one of the most dangerous natural disasters that humans face. Scientists use disease information to predict when these outbreaks are going to start. New technology and methods make this a greater possibility.
A breakthrough in this process occurred last year with a new partnership. The New York University Tandon School of Engineering and the Polytechnic University of Turin worked together on outbreak management. The two schools created a model to better use vaccine strategies during an outbreak. The model will show the effectiveness of disease prevention.
Outbreak of Meningitis in Nigeria: How To Protect Yourself
In April 2017, the World Health Organization reported that over 489 people had died from a meningitis outbreak in Nigeria, with over 4,600 suspected cases in the country. Earlier this year, the International Coordinating Group and WHO have sent 341,000 doses of the meningitis vaccine to the area.
However, since April, the disease is still spreading and the death toll has now risen to over 1,100.
What Killed Alexander The Great?
Alexander The Great remains one of the most infamous and talked about figures in history. We know so much about his conquers around the world, but so little about what caused his death. There are many theories out there as to what brought this man to his downfall, but no one knows for sure. The most realistic theories of his death involve disease and viruses.
Malaria and Typhoid
Both of these diseases were common and rampant throughout Ancient Babylon, which would have made Alexander easily susceptible.
Transferred by mosquitoes, the symptoms of both malaria and typhoid are consistent with Alexander’s symptoms right before his death.
Malaria Still Alive in U.S. Hospitals
Although malaria has been eradicated in the United States, it still is very much alive in U.S. hospitals and in hospitals around the world.
Although no cases of malaria have originated in America since the 1950s, malaria still exists in the country due to travelers that come back to the states with the disease.
Why Is Malaria Present in U.S. Hospitals?
A study done by The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene was released earlier in April that indicated that there are still over 1,500 cases of malaria in U.S. hospitals each year. In this study, researchers looked at statistics in hospitals over a fourteen year span, from 2000-2014.
How to Avoid Cholera While Traveling
Cholera is considered a disease that tends to fall by the wayside. It seems to only get attention during times of a terrifying outbreak.
Thanks to a cholera epidemic in Haiti, the disease has been getting plenty of attention since 2010.
But, should all travelers be worried about cholera? Should you even prepare for the disease if you aren’t heading to Haiti?
