Opinion | “I Have the Unfortunate Genetics That I Am Bald’: What We Heard This Week
“I have the unfortunate genetics that I am bald, and so is the driver of the vehicle who was saying these horrible racist things to this woman.” — Andrew Spector, MD, of Dartmouth Health, on an unflattering case of mistaken identity. “A single observed moment may be a sign that cognitive impairments are present, but […]
4 Sneaky Signs Of Lung Cancer You Should Know
MirageC via Getty Images Don’t ignore these potential warning signs of lung cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, accounting for 1 out of every 5 cancer fatalities. Early detection is imperative for increasing survival with lung cancer before the disease spreads […]
How plant-derived nutrients can affect the gut and brain
Prebiotics are used to foster the colonisation of beneficial bacteria in the gut. These indigestible dietary fibres are found in plant-derived foods such as onions, leeks, artichokes, wheat, bananas, and in high concentrations in chicory root. They support gut health by promoting the growth and activity of beneficial gut bacteria. Researchers have now investigated whether […]
Glimmers Are The Opposite Of Triggers. Here’s How To Find Them In Your Life.
PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou via Getty Images “Glimmers are these micro-moments of safety, connection, regulation,” said Deb Dana. All over social media, mental health experts and advocates are posting about “glimmers.” The videos show kids collecting flowers in a field, folks sipping a quiet cup of tea on their porch, or having a swim at the local […]
If Your Poop Looks Like This, It’s Time To See A Doctor
Javier Zayas Photography via Getty Images Don’t ignore these stool problems. It can be pretty, um, crappy dealing with bowel issues. Figuring out what’s normal and what isn’t can be a challenge if you don’t know what to look for. Stools come in all shapes and sizes and can shift forms depending on what you’re […]
The 7 Biggest Issues ER Doctors See The Most During The Summer
JGI/Tom Grill via Getty Images Don’t let these issues ruin your summer fun. Warm weather and longer days will bring many Americans outdoors for cookouts, pool parties and more. But long weekends also lead to more trips to urgent care or even the emergency room, according to experts. The risk for issues like heat stroke, […]
The latest weapon against cancer is … a keto diet?
Dietitians say a keto diet could help you lose up to 10% of your body weight. These high-fat, low-carb meal plans trick the body into burning its own fat. They could also help fight a variety of cancers by starving tumors of the glucose they need to grow. On the surface, this seems ideal. But […]
The 4 Biggest Early Warning Signs Of Lyme Disease
Oscar Wong via Getty Images Beware of ticks this summer and pay attention to these signs of Lyme disease. While the arrival of summer brings the opportunity to spend more time lounging on your lawn or hiking woodsy trails, we’re not the only ones excited about the long, warm days ahead: Ticks are most active […]
How To Protect Kids When The Air Quality Is Terrible
In these warm early days of summer, parks are generally filled with kids playing through the long daylight hours. But right now, in a dark echo of the pandemic, schoolyards and playgrounds throughout the Northeastern U.S. sit empty. N-95 masks are again in high demand as air quality remains “unhealthy” and even “hazardous” with the […]
FDA Faults Next-Gen Olympus Duodenoscopes
If you thought the introduction of single-use duodenoscope components had made these devices safe, the FDA has some unwelcome news for you. The agency recently sent a warning letter to Olympus Medical Systems, one of the top duodenoscope manufacturers, upbraiding the company for its sluggish response to a slew of complaints about parts coming off […]