Obamacare Helped Extend Lives of People With Cancer
Latest Cancer News THURSDAY, May 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) Cancer survival rates rose more in states that expanded Medicaid under Obamacare than in those that did not, and rates increased most among Black patients and those in rural areas, according to a new study. “Our findings provide further evidence of the importance of expanding Medicaid […]
Scientists Are Developing Patch That Warns of Oncoming Drug Overdose
Latest Mental Health News By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, May 17, 2022 (HealthDay News) With the United States facing an epidemic of drug overdoses, researchers are developing a wearable patch that can detect an oncoming opioid OD and deliver doses of a drug that could save lives. The Indiana University Bloomington research team has […]
How Herbal Supplements Sent One Woman to the ER – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Mental Health News TUESDAY, May 17, 2022 A middle-aged woman learned the hard way that herbal supplements can cause harm. The 56-year-old suffered a dangerous heart rhythm disorder after taking high doses of hemp oil containing CBD (cannabidiol), and CBG (cannabigerol) and berberine supplements. She told doctors she was using the supplements to help […]
Could Herpes Viruses Help Drive Type 2 Diabetes?
Latest Diabetes News By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, May 17, 2022 (HealthDay News) Certain common viruses, including the genital herpes virus, might contribute to the risk of type 2 diabetes, a new study hints. Type 2 diabetes is a highly prevalent disease, with older age and obesity being two of the major risk factors. […]
FDA Authorizes Pfizer Booster Shot for Kids Ages 5 to 11
Latest Coronavirus News TUESDAY, May 17, 2022 (HealthDay News) A single booster dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine can be given to 5- to 11-year-olds, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced today. The third shot can be given at least five months after healthy kids complete the two-dose vaccine series, the FDA said. Its […]
Injections of Your Own Fat Could Help Arthritic Hands – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Arthritis News By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, May 18, 2022 Liposuction typically is used to flatten your stomach or shape up your booty, but a new study argues that it could also help people suffering from arthritis of the fingers. Injections of body fat into aching, arthritic finger joints appear to produce significant […]
How Herbal Supplements Sent One Woman to the ER – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Mental Health News TUESDAY, May 17, 2022 A middle-aged woman learned the hard way that herbal supplements can cause harm. The 56-year-old suffered a dangerous heart rhythm disorder after taking high doses of hemp oil containing CBD (cannabidiol), and CBG (cannabigerol) and berberine supplements. She told doctors she was using the supplements to help […]
Four Cases of Rare Monkeypox in UK – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Infectious Disease News TUESDAY, May 17, 2022 Four men in England have been infected with a “rare and unusual” monkeypox virus. Investigators from the United Kingdom’s Health Security Agency are investigating the cases and whether there is any connection between the men, according to the Associated Press. None of the individuals had traveled to […]
Swimming With Flesh-Eating Bacteria: Warm Water Danger – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Infectious Disease News MONDAY, May 16, 2022 If heading back into the water this summer has you concerned about flesh-eating bacteria, an expert offers some advice. “Flesh-eating bacteria refers to an infection that spreads so rapidly that the skin and surrounding soft tissue starts to die,” explained Dr. Stacey Rose, an assistant professor of […]
As Baby Formula Shortage Continues, Experts Offer Guidance to Frantic Parents
Latest Healthy Kids News By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, May 16, 2022 (HealthDay News) A nationwide baby formula shortage continues across the United States, with desperate parents scouring shelves to find nutrition for their infants. Millions of babies rely on formula — the only source of nutrition recommended for infants who aren’t exclusively breastfed. […]