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Washington Post
14-07-2025
- Health
- Washington Post
There's no vaccine for this
The simplified, somewhat apocryphal story I was taught about the origins of vaccines is this one: In 1796, at the height of the smallpox epidemic, physician Edward Jenner noticed that milkmaids who had contracted cowpox, a related but milder illness, appeared to be immune to the more severe disease, which killed 30 percent of the people who caught it. Jenner took a cowpox sample from an infected milkmaid and injected it into the arm of a willing subject, and the subject became immune, and smallpox became eradicated, and we never looked back.
Scotsman
15-06-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
Hay fever tablets: The common medicines you should never mix with antihistamines
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The pollen count has been rising across the UK this week 🤧 Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... An estimated 26% of adults in the UK have hay fever, according to Allergy UK. Symptoms of hay fever can include a runny nose, sore throat or congestion, which can be similar to the cold. Many people treat their hay fever with over-the-counter medications such as antihistamines. However, there are some medications you should never mix with hay fever tablets. Hay fever season is in full swing, with the pollen count staying high across the UK. An estimated 26% of adults and 15% of children suffer from hay fever, according to Allergy UK. Symptoms can include a runny nose, congestion or sore throat, with many people turning to over-the-counter remedies and medications to help. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The Met Office have issued 'high' pollen counts across England and Wales this weekend, however, before you reach for your antihistamines, did you know that there are some medications you shouldn't mix with hay fever tablets? Here's everything you need to know about the symptoms of hay fever and what medications you shouldn't take alongside hay fever tablets. There are some medications that you should not take if you are taking hay fever tablets. | Pexels, Edward Jenner What are the symptoms of hay fever? Hay fever is a seasonal allergy caused by pollen grains released during the pollen season. Symptoms tend to be worse between March and November, especially when it's warm and humid. Symptoms of hay fever can include: sneezing and coughing a runny or blocked nose itchy, red or watery eyes itchy throat, mouth, nose and ears loss of smell pain around the sides of your head and your forehead headache feeling tired Hay fever can last for weeks or months, it cannot be cured but there are some treatments and medications that can help ease symptoms. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 🧪 Boots COVID-19 Test Kits While free testing is no longer widely available, Boots continues to offer a range of COVID-19 lateral flow kits for home use, with results in under 30 minutes. They're available individually or in multipacks, with options for general use, travel, or workplace settings. What are the side effects of antihistamines? Antihistamines are medications that are commonly taken to offer relief for hay fever symptoms, but like all tablets they can cause some side effects. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Some antihistamines can make you drowsy, causing sleepiness, reduced co-ordination, reaction speed and judgement - you should not drive or use machinery after taking antihistamines that can make you feel drowsy. Other side effects of drowsy antihistamines can include: dry mouth, blurred vision or difficulty peeing. Side effects of non-drowsy antihistamines according to the NHS can include: headache dry mouth feeling sick drowsiness – this is less common with non-drowsy antihistamines but is still possible What medications should you never take with hay fever tablets? There are some medications that the NHS advise that could cause problems if you take them alongside antihistamines, they include: Antidepressants Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad If you take antidepressant medications, consult with a pharmacist or your GP before taking antihistamines as drowsiness can be a side effect of both medications. Stomach ulcer or indigestion medicines If you take stomach ulcer or indigestion medications, consult with a pharmacist or GP before taking antihistamines, as taking both medications may cause a potential interaction. Cough and cold remedies that also contain an antihistamine If you are already taking cough and cold remedies that contain an antihistamine, you should not take any additional medications that contain antihistamines, as this could potentially lead to serious side effects. If you are taking other medications and plan to take an antihistamine, speak to a pharmacist or your GP before taking antihistamines to rule out any possible interactions. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It's also recommended that you do not drink alcohol if you are taking antihistamines, especially if you are taking hay fever tablets that can make you drowsy as alcohol can increase the chance of experiencing this.
Chicago Tribune
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Today in History: Lewis and Clark expedition begins in Illinois
Today is Wednesday, May 14, the 134th day of 2025. There are 231 days left in the year. Today in history: On May 14, 1804, the Lewis and Clark expedition, organized to explore the Louisiana Territory as well as the Pacific Northwest, began its journey near present-day Hartford, Illinois. Also on this date: In 1607, Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America, was established by members of the Virginia Company. In 1796, English physician Edward Jenner successfully inoculated 8-year-old James Phipps against smallpox by using cowpox matter. (Smallpox would be declared the first fully eradicated human disease in 1980.) In 1948, the independent state of Israel was proclaimed in Tel Aviv by David Ben-Gurion, who became its first prime minister. In 1955, representatives from eight Communist bloc countries, including the Soviet Union, signed the Warsaw Pact in Poland. (The pact was dissolved in 1991.) In 1961, Freedom Rider civil rights activists were attacked by violent mobs in Anniston and Birmingham, Alabama. In 1973, NASA launched Skylab, the first American space station, from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. In 2022, an 18-year-old white supremacist wearing body armor opened fire in a supermarket in a predominantly Black neighborhood in Buffalo, New York, killing 10 people before being taken into custody. (The gunman, Payton Gendron, was sentenced to life in prison without parole in February 2023.) Today's Birthdays: Baseball Hall of Famer Tony Pérez is 83. Filmmaker George Lucas is 81. Filmmaker Robert Zemeckis is 74. Musician David Byrne is 73. Actor Tim Roth is 64. Actor Cate Blanchett is 56. Filmmaker Sofia Coppola is 54. Former NFL running back Frank Gore is 42. Actor Amber Tamblyn is 42. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is 41. Former NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski is 36. Actor Miranda Cosgrove is 32.
Boston Globe
14-05-2025
- Health
- Boston Globe
Today in History: May 14, Lewis and Clark Expedition begins
In 1796, English physician Edward Jenner successfully inoculated 8-year-old James Phipps against smallpox by using cowpox matter. (Smallpox would be declared the first fully eradicated human disease in 1980.) Advertisement In 1804, the Lewis and Clark expedition, organized to explore the Louisiana Territory as well as the Pacific Northwest, began its journey near present-day Hartford, Ill. In 1948, the independent state of Israel was proclaimed in Tel Aviv by David Ben-Gurion, who became its first prime minister. In 1955, representatives from eight Communist bloc countries, including the Soviet Union, signed the Warsaw Pact in Poland. (The pact was dissolved in 1991.) In 1961, Freedom Rider civil rights activists were attacked by violent mobs in Anniston and Birmingham, Ala. In 1973, NASA launched Skylab, the first American space station, from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. In 2022, an 18-year-old white supremacist wearing body armor opened fire in a supermarket in a predominantly Black neighborhood in Buffalo, N.Y., killing 10 people before being taken into custody. (The gunman, Payton Gendron, was sentenced to life in prison without parole in February 2023.) Advertisement
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First Post
14-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
History Today: When the State of Israel was formed 77 years ago
One of the most important developments in the history of West Asia, the proclamation of the State of Israel, took place on May 14, 1948. The declaration came hours before the British Mandate for Palestine officially came to an end. On this day in 1796, British physician Edward Jenner administered the first vaccination for smallpox read more The pronouncement of the State of Israel was made in close proximity to the official expiration of the British Mandate on May 15. File image/Wikimedia commons In a historic move on May 14, 1948, Israel declared its independence from British rule under the Mandate for Palestine. Jewish Agency Chairman David Ben-Gurion proclaimed the establishment of the new country, following which Ben-Gurion assumed the role of Israel's first prime minister. If you are a history geek who loves to learn about important events from the past, Firstpost Explainers' ongoing series, History Today will be your one-stop destination to explore key events. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD On this day in 1796, the first smallpox vaccination was administered by British physician Edward Jenner. Here is all that took place on this day across the world. Israel declares statehood One of the most significant changes in West Asia took place on May 14, 1948, when Israel declared independence from British rule. Jewish Agency Chairman David Ben-Gurion proclaimed the State of Israel at the Tel Aviv Museum, thus establishing the first Jewish state in 2,000 years. The pronouncement was made in close proximity to the official expiration of the British Mandate on May 15. Drawing upon both scriptural narratives and contemporary historical arguments, the declaration referenced the enduring connection of the Jewish people to the land, the profound tragedy of the Holocaust and the aspirations for the establishment of a peaceful and democratic state. Furthermore, it pledged equal rights to all inhabitants, without regard to religion, race or gender. The United States, under President Truman, quickly recognised the newly formed State of Israel. However, this was immediately followed by a military intervention from neighbouring nations including Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Syria and Lebanon initiating the Arab-Israeli War of 1948. This conflict lasted over a year leading to significant deaths, displacement and entrenched regional tensions. The first smallpox vaccination administered One of the most important discoveries of the 1800s was the creation of smallpox vaccination. May 14, 1796, was a crucial day as the first smallpox vaccination was administered on this day. At that time, smallpox was a virulent disease-causing widespread mortality globally. British physician Edward Jenner carried out the revolutionary medical experiment and created the first vaccine for smallpox. His innovative method established the fundamental principles of modern immunology. Jenner coined the term 'vaccine' from Latin word 'vacca', meaning a cow. Representational image Jenner's concept was derived from observing milkmaids who commonly contracted the milder cowpox and seemed to be immune to smallpox. He theorised that exposure to cowpox could provide protection against the more severe virus. To experimentally validate this, Jenner extracted material from cowpox sores on the hand of a milkmaid Sarah Nelmes and introduced it into the arm of James Phipps, an eight-year-old boy. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Phipps developed mild symptoms but quickly recovered. Several weeks later, Jenner exposed the boy to smallpox but he did not develop the disease. This experiment marked the first documented case of immunity through vaccination. Jenner published his findings in 1798, coining the term 'vaccine' from vacca, the Latin word for cow. Despite scepticism from some of his contemporaries, Jenner's technique spread rapidly. Governments across Europe and beyond began adopting vaccination programs. In the centuries that followed, vaccination would become a central tool in public health. This Day, That Year Skylab, the first US space station, was launched on this day in 1973. In 1643, four-year-old Louis XIV ascended the throne of France.
