AHA News: Break Up Binge-Watching by Taking a Stand
Latest Mental Health News MONDAY, March 7, 2022 (American Heart Association News) It’s after midnight, well past your normal bedtime, and you’re about to start watching your third straight episode of that police drama or classic comedy while sitting on the couch with a blanket. Sounds like a cozy way to wind down the night. […]
FDA Says Gene-Edited Cattle Are Safe to Eat
Latest Nutrition, Food & Recipes News TUESDAY, March 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday gave the green light to the sale of beef from gene-edited cattle. “Today’s decision underscores our commitment to using a risk and science-based, data-driven process that focuses on safety to the animals containing intentional genomic […]
Brain Changes May Fuel ‘Long COVID’ Anxiety, Confusion
Latest Coronavirus News TUESDAY, March 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) Here’s more evidence of the toll that COVID-19 takes on the human brain: A new study finds biomarkers of neuron damage and brain inflammation in the blood are associated with brain function changes in both hospitalized COVID-19 patients and people with long COVID. Combined blood biomarker […]
Begin Now to Protect Your Heart as Clocks ‘Spring Forward’
Latest Sleep News TUESDAY, March 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) The lost hour of sleep when clocks spring forward for daylight saving time on Sunday, March 13 can pose risks to your heart — but there are ways to protect yourself. A number of studies have found an increase in heart problems and stroke after the […]
U.S. Surgeon General Investigates COVID-19 Misinformation
Latest Coronavirus News FRIDAY, March 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) An investigation into health misinformation on COVID-19 has been launched by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy. “Misinformation has had a profound impact on COVID-19 and our response,” Murthy told CNN. “Studies have demonstrated that the vast majority of the American public either believes common myths […]
The Three Biggest Risk Factors for Dementia – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Alzheimer’s News MONDAY, March 7, 2022 Nearly half of all dementia cases in the U.S. may be linked to a dozen modifiable risk factors – most notably high blood pressure, obesity and physical inactivity, according to new research. The findings suggest a large portion of dementia cases could be prevented, especially among Black and […]
Lifestyle Factors Key to Keeping Good Vision With Age
Latest Eyesight News SATURDAY, March 5, 2022 (HealthDay News) Keeping your drinking and your weight in check can help protect your sight as you age, experts say. Moderate to heavy drinking is associated with a higher risk of a sight-threatening condition called age-related macular degeneration (AMD). A poor diet and excess weight can also influence […]
White House Plan Will Tackle Mental Health Crisis in America
Latest Mental Health News FRIDAY, March 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) President Joe Biden has announced a new plan to expand mental health and drug abuse treatment that would devote millions to suicide prevention, mental health services for youth and community clinics providing 24/7 crisis care. Health insurers would also have to cover three mental health […]
AHA News: Traumatic Brain Injury May Raise Veterans’ Long-Term Stroke Risk
Latest Neurology News THURSDAY, March 3, 2022 (American Heart Association News) Military veterans who had a traumatic brain injury may have an increased long-term risk of stroke, new research suggests. The study, which used data from more than 610,000 veterans, found those who had a head injury were 69% more likely to have a stroke. […]
Immunization Against Common Infection of Babies Could Be Near
Latest Healthy Kids News THURSDAY, March 3, 2022 (HealthDay News) Each year, RSV sends as many as 58,000 kids under age 5 to U.S. hospitals, but a vaccine in development may dramatically reduce the risk for severe illness. RSV, short for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, typically circulates in fall, winter and spring, causing congestion, runny nose, […]