Nurses Key to Spotting Postpartum Depression in New Moms
Latest Pregnancy News FRIDAY, May 13, 2022 (HealthDay News) Nurses can be trained to detect postpartum depression in new mothers and could be crucial in spotting the condition early, researchers report. Postpartum depression affects about 15% of new moms and can cause persistent sadness, fatigue, feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness, and trouble sleeping or eating. […]
Does Coffee Raise Cholesterol?
Latest Cholesterol News By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, May 12, 2022 People who rely on coffee for a pick-me-up may also see a boost in their cholesterol levels — especially if they sip an unfiltered variety, a new study suggests. The researchers found that among more than 21,000 Norwegian adults, those who indulged in […]
U.S. Fatal Drug ODs Rose Again in 2021, But Increase Is Slowing
Latest Mental Health News By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, May 11, 2022 (HealthDay News) Drug overdose deaths in the United States continue to climb, but at a slower pace, federal health officials reported Wednesday. Early data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that nearly 108,000 Americans died from drug overdoses […]
Long COVID May Be Chronic, Require Anti-Inflammatory Meds: Study
Latest Coronavirus News By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, May 12, 2022 (HealthDay News) New evidence suggests that long COVID patients suffer rampant inflammation that wracks the entire body — and that easing that inflammation could be key to saving their lives. Severe systemic inflammation during hospitalization for COVID increases the risk of dying within […]
Week Off Social Media Boosts Mental Health: Study
Latest Mental Health News By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, May 11, 2022 (HealthDay News) It’s no secret that too much social media can be bad for one’s mental health. Now, research suggests that taking even a brief break from TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter can ease symptoms of depression and anxiety. Staying off social […]
FDA Moves to Ease Nationwide Shortage of Baby Formula
Latest Healthy Kids News WEDNESDAY, May 11, 2022 (HealthDay News) – The U.S. Food & Drug Administration announced Tuesday that it is continuing its efforts to boost the country’s supply of infant formula. Amid shortages due to high demand amid recall and supply issues, stores have limited the number of products consumers can purchase. Mothers […]
Smell, Taste Loss Less Likely With Newer COVID Variants – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Coronavirus News WEDNESDAY, May 11, 2022 Since the early days of the pandemic, loss of smell and taste have been tied to COVID-19 infection. But a new study shows those telltale traits are much less likely with the Omicron variant than the earlier Alpha and Delta versions of the coronavirus. The findings are significant […]
After a Sweeping Review, CDC Looks to Rebuild Public Trust
Latest Infectious Disease News By Serena McNiff HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, May 10, 2022 (HealthDay News) In April, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launched a new center to better forecast infectious disease outbreaks. It also underwent a month-long review to examine their current systems and inform future strategies. Together, these announcements paint a […]
Better School Lunches Blunt U.S. Kids’ Weight Gain
Latest Healthy Kids News By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, May 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) America’s kids have a weight problem, but regulations that boosted the nutritional standards for school meals may have helped slowed down weight gain among low-income students, a new study finds. For decades, the National School Lunch Program has provided free […]
It’s Getting Tougher to Find Spanish-Language Mental Health Services in U.S.
Latest Mental Health News By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, May 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) Mental health has become a hot topic during the pandemic, but some groups have been burdened by having too few services available even before the challenges of these past two years. A new study found that while the Hispanic population […]