Prairie Hills Health

02/10/2026

There is no better investment than the investment to eat right.

02/09/2026

02/06/2026

Got 20 minutes? We test and treat for tapeworms and much more!!

Doctors Confirm First-Ever Human Cancer Caused by Tapeworm Cells, Not Human DNA.

Scientists have confirmed a medical first: a man developed invasive cancer that came from tapeworm cells instead of his own body.

The patient was a 41-year-old man living with HIV. He was found to have tumors in his lungs, liver, and lymph nodes. At first, doctors believed it was normal human cancer.

However, advanced DNA testing revealed something shocking. The cancer cells were not human. They matched the genetics of Hymenolepis nana, a common dwarf tapeworm. Researchers concluded that the parasite itself developed cancer, and those cancerous tapeworm cells spread inside the man’s body.

Experts believe the man’s weakened immune system from HIV allowed the parasite cells to grow out of control. The patient sadly died soon after doctors confirmed the cause.

This rare case raises serious concerns, especially in regions where HIV and tapeworm infections are common, because such illnesses could be misdiagnosed.

Source:
Muehlenbachs et al., Malignant Transformation of Hymenolepis nana in a Human Host, New England Journal of Medicine

02/06/2026

We test and treat for this fungus. Give us a call if you contract it.

A deadly airborne fungus that destroys human tissue is spreading rapidly across five U.S. states, raising serious concerns among public health officials. The fungus, identified as Coccidioides, causes a respiratory infection known as Valley fever, which can lead to severe lung damage and, in some cases, death. The infection primarily affects individuals with weakened immune systems and can be contracted through inhaling spores present in dust. As the fungus continues to spread, health authorities are urging residents to take precautions, especially in areas with high concentrations of the fungus. With its potential for devastating effects, this outbreak is highlighting the need for more research into fungal diseases and better public health strategies for prevention and treatment.

01/30/2026

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01/24/2026

What are we feeding the children??

01/13/2026

Many behavioral issues and mental health issues stem from processed foods and poor nutrition.

In controlled studies conducted in juvenile detention centers, researchers improved food quality by reducing ultra-processed, sugary foods and ensuring meals met basic nutritional standards. In some programs, this was paired with vitamin–mineral supplementation to correct common deficiencies. Instead of relying on self-reports, outcomes were measured using official disciplinary and incident records.

The results showed a 40–50% reduction in violent and antisocial incidents compared with control groups that did not receive the nutritional changes. Importantly, these improvements occurred without counseling programs, medication, or behavioral punishment systems. Researchers concluded that poor nutrition can impair impulse control and emotional regulation, and that restoring basic nutritional adequacy can lead to large, measurable reductions in violence—especially in high-stress environments like juvenile detention.