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As healthcare professionals, it is crucial to educate patients about the importance of proper food storage. A lapse in this can lead to conditions like “Fried Rice Syndrome,” caused by Bacillus cereus, a bacterium that can survive even in heated leftovers.

Healthcare professionals should be aware of the potential for neurological side effects in patients receiving COVID-19 vaccines. With nearly one-third of vaccine recipients experiencing symptoms such as headaches, tremors, and insomnia, continued monitoring and research are crucial.

The Yale Food Addiction Scale (YFAS) identified a prevalence of food addiction reaching 32% in people with obesity having bariatric surgery.

The rise in Vibrio bacteria infections, linked to increasing ocean temperatures, is a stark reminder of why we need to pay attention to the changing landscape of infectious diseases. With as many as one in five people with this infection dying, sometimes within days, it’s clear that this is a public health issue that warrants our attention.

Recent studies have detected microplastics in human blood, placentas, heart tissue, and even the brain. As healthcare professionals, we must consider the potential implications of these findings on patient care and public health.

The findings from this study are a stark reminder of the complex challenges faced by cancer survivors. With nearly a quarter reporting binge drinking, it’s clear that our approach to patient care must evolve.