Interactive Map Data Finds the South to be a hotspot for HIV

A new data online interactive map, which compiles data on HIV cases by counties, finds that the infection rates are higher in the south, than any other region of the US.

While, the data indicates that the high rates are seen throughout states like Georgia ,South Carolina,Florida, and Virginia; Georgia, has the highest percentage of infection. More than half of the 48 counties with high rates are in Georgia.

The National Minority Quality Forum, created the map, known as the HIV/Aids Atlas, and have created other disease maps in the past. They also analyzed and disaggregated the data.

How ironic as this region is often referred to as the "Dirty South". It is so unsettling to hear of news such as this.We are in the 21st century, we are more knowledgeable about about the disease, risk factors, and prevention. We know more about Aids than those that encountered it back in 1981, when it was first identified in the US and many misconceptions ran rampant, yet until this day, it continues to be an epidemic. What does it say about us as a people??!!

Suffering from Sniffling, Sneezing,Sore Throat?? FDA says"Don't Use Viacam!"

The FDA has released a warning the public that the use Ziacam Swabs and Gel, can result in the loss of smell. The products contain the active ingredient Zinc, which has been linked to at least 130 cases, according to the warning.

The reports states that Ziacam never received FDA approval,because it was exempt because it is homeopathic, or minerals and vitamins based. The FDA is now requiring formal testing and approval of the product because of rising safety concerns.

This post should serve as a wake up call for many, because there is a prevailing notion that anything made of natural mineral and vitamins are "safe", and that's not always the case. I myself, have been guilty of such, and have learned the hard way. One has to be careful of the types of vitamins they take, the amounts, and even the mixture or combinations taken, as our biological makeups are different. Too much, a bad combination, or vitamins that are not compatible with your body, can cause health risks.