Ask the Experts: Concussions; Expired Drugs; Bronchitis
Q: A friend of mine suffered a concussion during a recent fall. However, since she…
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Communication in Dementia
Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a challenge that unfortunately…
Stay Fit With an Elliptical Trainer
If you’re thinking of purchasing home exercise equipment, an elliptical trainer is worth considering if…
Vaccination Remains Your Best Defense Against Flu
If you haven’t had your flu shot yet, there’s still time—while flu peaks around February,…
Newsbriefs: Omega-3s; Belly Fat; Imaging Scans; Exercise
Omega-3s Beneficial in CAD A new study (Circulation, Nov. 19, 2019) suggests that omega-3 fatty…
STAT Plus: As prescribing for ADHD stimulants rose, so did industry payments to doctors
At the same time that more doctors were prescribing stimulants, a new analysis finds that…
CDC expected to detail first U.S. case of novel virus spreading in China
A person in Washington state has been diagnosed with a novel infection racing through China,…
STAT Plus: Pharma is making some effort to fight superbugs, but progress is ‘patchy’
Amid rising concern over a lack of antibiotics, a new analysis finds most drug makers…
STAT Plus: Could a drug for arthritis in dogs also fight cancer in people?
Drugs for diabetes, inflammation, alcoholism — and even for treating arthritis in dogs — can…
WHO raises possibility of ‘sustained’ human-to-human transmission of new virus in China
The World Health Organization on Tuesday raised the possibility that the new virus spreading in…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Indian drug makers receive most FDA warning letters; most clinical trial results go unreported
Hello, everyone, and nice to see you again. We have finally returned from an extended…
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Opinion: States need to wake up to public health risks from cannabis
Cannabis is on the march. Thirty-three states and the District of Columbia have legalized medical…
Will the FDA give the go-ahead to a prescription video game? The wait goes on, as new data come in
SAN FRANCISCO — In mid-2018, the startup Akili Interactive Labs asked the Food and Drug…
STAT Plus: Pfizer’s big data exec on pharma’s ‘arms race’ to partner with companies like Fitbit, 23AndMe, and others
Pharmaceutical giants are hunting for ways to tap into the data from your smart watch,…
STAT Plus: A Q&A with Gates Foundation CEO Sue Desmond-Hellmann
Sue Desmond-Hellmann has some experience when it comes to health care. She began her career…
9 In 10 Parents Say Their Kids Spend Too Much Time Playing Video Games
A new poll reveals that 9 out of 10 parents think their children play too…
First All-Woman Mars Analog Crew Successful ‘Mission’
In recent news, an all-female crew of analog astronauts has successfully completed their mission and…
Water Shortages Affect Both Farmers And Wildlife
Recent reports state that due to the water shortages that some of its regions are…
Animal Shelter Getting Better At Providing Homes For Animals: Here’s How
Here are some of the ways that animal shelters have improved in the past few…
Does Drinking Hard Water Lower Heart Attack Risk?
Hard water is said to contain enough magnesium to keep the heart healthy, lowering the…
Non-Oncology Drugs Surprisingly Capable Of Killing Cancer Cells
A study has discovered a trove of drugs that might be effective against cancer. Read…
‘Health Inequality’ Sees Wealthy People Living Longer, More Pain-Free Lives
A new study confirms rich people live longer and less pain-free lives. Read Original Article:…
Chinese Theme Park Forced To Apologize After ‘Pig Bungee Jump’ Stunt
A theme park in China was reportedly forced to apologize after its staff pushed a…
Alphabet CEO Supports EU Initiative To Temporarily Ban Facial Recognition Tech
In recent developments, CEO of Alphabet, backed an EU proposal this Monday to temporarily ban…
Can Fitbit Devices Help Predict Flu Outbreaks?
New research reveals fitbit can be used to improve health monitoring and even help predict…
41-Year-Old Mother Gives Birth To Twins After Surviving Cervical Cancer
In what could be considered as a modern day miracle, a 41-year-old workaholic has given…
People With Heart Conditions Should Not Be Taking Marijuana
A new report reveals that more than 2 million Americans with heart conditions revealed that…
This Disease Causes 1 In 5 Deaths: What You Need To Know
A new study shows that sepsis continues to kill one in every five people around…
Effective Exercise Tips If You Want To Lose Weight Ahead Of Summer
Here are some effective exercise tips to help you lose weight ahead of summer. Read…
Is Cold Rice Still Safe To Eat?
Cold rice acts as a prebiotic, reduces cholesterol and blood sugar. Read Original Article: Is…
Leaky Gut Cure: Which Foods Should You Avoid?
Leaky gut syndrome can be cured through diet because zonulin, a protein found in gluten…
Telltale Signs You Are Stuck In A Toxic Relationship
These signs will help you know that you are in a toxic relationship. Read Original…
Lithuania legalizes alternative medicine – Baltic Times
Lithuania legalizes alternative medicine Baltic Times Read Original Article: Lithuania legalizes alternative medicine – Baltic Times…
Placebo effect drives the benefits in alternative medicine – but it’s not real – Irish Mirror
Placebo effect drives the benefits in alternative medicine – but it’s not real Irish Mirror Read…
‘Health hogwash’: Experts express serious concerns about Netflix new ‘Goop Lab’ show – MinnPost
‘Health hogwash’: Experts express serious concerns about Netflix new ‘Goop Lab’ show MinnPost Read Original Article:…
The Tart Cherry Juice Sleep Solution: Beat Insomnia With This Natural Remedy
You may be familiar with tart cherries if you like to cook. Tart cherries (also…
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WHO calls for emergency meeting on new virus in China, as cases spread to health care workers
The World Health Organization announced Monday that it would convene an expert panel to determine…
Opinion: Does ‘no more copays, no more deductibles’ really represent radical health care reform?
Lost in the shuffle of competing plans for saving health care is the radical call…
Opinion: We don’t need to ban vaping. We need to build better vaping devices
What’s the health care system to do when thousands of individuals, many of them between…
STAT Plus: This CEO wants to make telehealth more than ‘an exercise in convenience’
SAN FRANCISCO — The year was 2007. To raucous applause, Apple CEO Steve Jobs proudly…
Refilling Plastic Water Bottle Is Dangerous: Here’s Why
BPA, the ubiquitous ingredient in disposable water bottles, remains a danger to human health. Read…
Iran Reportedly Preparing To Send Satellites Into Space This Year
A new report revealed that Iran plans on sending satellites into space once again, barely…
Can Diabetes Lead To Vision Loss?
A disease-linked complication called diabetic retinopathy leads to blindness if not treated immediately. Read Original…
Brussels Received 190 Complaints Of Animal Maltreatment Last Year, What’s Next?
According to a new report, Bruxelles Environnement, Brussels region’s environmental agency, received around 189 complaints…
‘Dolittle’ Star Robert Downey Jr. Reveals The Animal He’d Love To Chat With
Avengers and Dolittle star Robert Downey Jr. opens up what animal he’d like to have…
Soybean Oil Might Inflict Neurological Changes To The Brain
The safety of soybean oil as a food ingredient is again being questioned. Read Original…
Which State Is The Least Physically Active According To Latest Data?
Mississippians should exercise more to get rid of their label as the State with the…
Star Trek Technology: Are We Using The Communication Potential Of Smartwatches?
Much like Capt. James Kirk’s wrist communicator, we now have smartwatches today. But are we…
Self-Healing ‘Living Concrete’ Created By Scientists
Scientists reportedly created “living concrete” that can heal and grow itself by mixing gelatin with…
Five Animals Directly Affected By The Climate Crisis
Here are some animals that are being forced to go through noticeable lifestyle changes because…