Wildlife Park’s ‘Splash Pad’ Source of Severe Gastro Infections in Kids
Latest Infectious Disease News THURSDAY, Aug. 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) Splash pads — those shallow pools of wet, cooling summertime fun for kids — can also be sources of nasty gastro infections for youngsters who swallow water during their play. That’s the take-home lesson from a new analysis of outbreaks of two bacterial illnesses, shigellosis […]
Which Source of Dietary Fiber Works Best?
Latest Nutrition, Food & Recipes News By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) If your diet is low in fiber, you can do your gut some good by adding more — regardless of the fiber source, new research suggests. Many people know fiber as the nutrient that keeps you regular. But […]
There’s Stress, and Then There’s ‘Good Stress’
Latest Mental Health News By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Aug. 3, 2022 (HealthDay News) A tight deadline at work. A tough exam at school. A big vacation that requires tons of planning. A home repair that’s gone awry. These sources of stress are anything but pleasant, but a new study suggests that they might […]
Your Dog’s Gut Microbes Change Quickly With New Diet
Latest Pet Health News THURSDAY, Aug. 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) Switching Fido to a new dog food? What happens in his gut as a result is nothing short of remarkable, a new study reveals. The population of bacteria living in his gut — his microbiome — will change dramatically in as little as a week. […]
Space Travel Speeds Up Aging, Weakening of Bones
Latest Arthritis News THURSDAY, Aug. 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) Astronauts may go to space for weeks or months, and their bones can lose years in that environment. Long periods in space can irreparably damage bone structure and cause parts of the human skeleton to age as much as 10 years, new research reveals. Research teams […]
Rising Number of Americans Think It’s OK to Harass Public Health Officials
Latest Mental Health News TUESDAY, Aug. 2, 2022 (HealthDay News) U.S. health officials are in the crosshairs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, facing threats and harassment from the public they serve. And a growing percentage of U.S. adults are fine with that, according to a new Cornell University study. Analysis of public opinion […]
AHA News: Born With a Heart Defect, 13-Year-Old Now Thrives at Dance
Latest Heart News By American Heart Association News HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Aug. 2, 2022 (American Heart Association News) Three days after giving birth to her son, Anthony, Tanya Lydon was still in the hospital. She thought the lengthy stay was a little odd, but at the same time, the doctor gave no indication that anything […]
USDA Gets Tough on Salmonella in Breaded Chicken Products
Latest Infectious Disease News MONDAY, Aug. 1, 2022 (HealthDay News) The U.S. Department of Agriculture plans to toughen regulations on certain raw chicken products. The agency has notified food processors that new rules would require they lower the amount of salmonella found in breaded and stuffed chicken products, which include frozen foods such as chicken […]
Sports Help Kids Gain a Quality Key to Adult Success
Latest Healthy Kids News TUESDAY, Aug. 2, 2022 (HealthDay News) A quality called “grit” can help a person achieve their long-term goals, some experts say. And playing sports as a kid – or even as an adult – can help a person gain that passion and perseverance, according to new research that found adults who […]
9 in 10 Americans Want Their Health Info Kept Private
Latest Prevention & Wellness News TUESDAY, Aug. 2, 2022 (HealthDay News) More than 9 in 10 Americans believe that medical privacy is a right and their health data shouldn’t be for sale, a new survey from the American Medical Association shows. The survey unearthed concerns about data privacy protections and confusion about who can access […]