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MONDAY, Sept. 22, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Coupled with worldwide marches demanding action on climate change, a new study warns that rising temperatures and altered weather patterns in the United States may soon exacerbate many existing health risks. Heat stroke, cardiac arrest and other heat-related illnesses are expected to increase as the number of extremely hot days rises, said lead author Dr. Jonathan...
September 22, 2014
MONDAY, Sept. 22, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Teens and young adults at risk for sexually transmitted infections should undergo "intensive" behavioral counseling to help prevent risky sexual behaviors, according to new recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Every year, about 20 million new sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea and chlamydia occur in the United States....
September 22, 2014
SATURDAY, Sept. 20, 2014 (HealthDay News) - As flu season approaches, the best way to stay healthy and avoid infection is to get a flu shot and a checkup, according to an infectious disease specialist. A primary care doctor can vaccinate people against the flu, and also address other health concerns or issues patients may have. Retail stores may provide flu shots for their customers, but they can't...
September 21, 2014
SUNDAY, Sept. 21, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Young women starting college understand the benefits of a healthy diet and know which foods they should eat. But they aren't confident they can follow through on these wise nutritional choices, according to a new study. The study involved 268 female college freshmen enrolled in the University of Illinois's Peer Education Exercising and Eating Right program....
September 21, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - As kids transition from elementary to middle school, they are increasingly the targets of cyberbullies, according to a recent study. But the researchers studying U.S schoolkids in grades 5 through 8 found that verbal and physical bullying declines as students get older. Because bullying patterns vary, bullying intervention and prevention strategies must address...
September 20, 2014
THURSDAY, Sept. 18, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Cancer patients burdened by stress and family conflicts before surgery may face a higher risk for complications following their operation, a new study suggests. Investigators found that patients with a so-called quality-of-life "deficit" appeared to have a nearly three times greater risk for complications compared to those with a normal or good quality of...
September 19, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Whole grains are nutrient-rich foods that are full of fiber to help you feel full. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics suggests ways to work more whole grains into your diet: - Include a whole grain food for breakfast, such as whole-grain toast, oatmeal or cereal. When shopping, choose whole-grain options of tortillas, buns, bread, bagels and pasta. Consider more unusual grains,...
September 19, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Many common household items are dangerous if children get to them, so it's important to know where the danger lies and to keep such items securely stored. The Cleveland Clinic mentions these potentially dangerous household products: - Laundry detergents, which may be toxic or irritate the skin and eyes. Disinfectants and other all-purpose cleaners. Bleach, which can harm the skin...
September 19, 2014
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: - Doctor Admits to Fraudulent Cancer Treatment - A Michigan cancer doctor who admitted putting patients through unnecessary chemotherapy treatments and bilking health insurers pleaded guilty to fraud Tuesday. U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade said she would seek life in prison for Dr. Farid Fata, 49,...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - More states are passing legislation permitting or requiring schools to stock the medication epinephrine to use for any child having a severe allergic reaction. Epinephrine auto-injectors are the primary treatment for "anaphylaxis," an allergic reaction that can lead to throat swelling, breathing difficulties, a steep drop in blood pressure and even death. In...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - When it comes to firearm deaths, Hawaii has the fewest gun deaths in the United States, while the District of Columbia has the highest, according to new research. Over the past decade, deaths from gun-related violence - including murders, suicides and unintentional shootings - varied widely across the United States, the study revealed. Hawaii's rate was roughly...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Women of childbearing age in the United States should be encouraged to maintain better oral care and visit the dentist routinely, according to a new study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers found young pregnant women, those who are non-Hispanic black or Mexican-American, as well as those with lower income and less education,...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Although there is mounting evidence that muscle-strength training provides key health benefits, most middle-aged and older adults in the United States don't engage in this type of exercise, according to new research. Less than one-quarter of adults over 45 meet the muscle-strengthening recommendations set by the Department of Health and Human Services, the...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Doctors have known that bacterial pneumonia can raise your risk of heart problems, but new research pinpoints why. The bacteria actually invade and kill heart cells, increasing the chances of heart failure, abnormal heart rhythms and heart attacks in patients, scientists report. In mice, monkeys and human heart tissue, researchers found direct evidence of heart...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new type 2 diabetes drug, Trulicity, on Thursday. Trulicity is part of a class of once-a-week injectable drugs that help manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. "Trulicity is a new treatment option, which can be used alone or added to existing treatment regimens to control blood sugar levels...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Pregnant women who live in leafy, green neighborhoods are less likely to have premature or low birth weight babies, a new study suggests. Researchers analyzed data from more than 64,000 births in Vancouver, Canada, and found that expectant mothers who lived in a neighborhood with plenty of trees, grass and other vegetation had a 20 percent lower risk of very...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Your brain structure could help predict how willing you are to take financial risks, a new study suggests. Researchers at Yale University found those with greater volume in a part of the brain known as the parietal cortex may be more likely to engage in risky behavior than people with less volume in this area. The study, funded by the U.S. National Institute...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - U.S. military troops deployed to sunny climates may have an increased risk of skin cancer, according to a new study. Many returning troops reported getting sunburned while serving abroad, researchers revealed. In some cases, military personnel developed blisters on their skin or noticed a change in the color, shape or size of their moles since being deployed...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - A six-year study of people with type 2 diabetes found that intensively lowering blood pressure had a long-lasting effect in preventing heart attacks, strokes and deaths. But intensive blood sugar control didn't produce those benefits, the researchers found. For the study, investigators followed nearly 8,500 participants of a completed diabetes trial. Some participants...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Trulicity (dulaglutide) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat type 2 diabetes, which accounts for 90 percent of diabetes cases in the United States. The drug contains a hormone that helps stabilize blood sugar at normal levels, the agency said in a news release. Trulicity's safety and effectiveness were evaluated in clinical trials...
September 19, 2014
FRIDAY, Sept. 19, 2014 (HealthDay News) - The avian flu that killed 160 harbor seals in New England in 2011 could be spread through respiratory drops and therefore poses a potential threat to humans, according to a new study. Although no human illnesses have been linked to the harbor seal virus, researchers at St. Jude Children's Research hospital have discovered natural mutations to the avian H3N8...
September 19, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Proteins are an essential part of your diet, but it's important to choose healthy, lean proteins to keep your body going strong. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says benefits of healthy proteins include: - They're rich in nutrients, including B vitamins, vitamin E, iron, zinc and magnesium. Proteins are the building blocks for blood, muscles, bones, skin, cartilage, hormones and...
September 18, 2014
(HealthDay News) - When you're ready to get back in shape after baby is born, remember that slow and steady is the healthy way to go. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers these suggestions: - Give your body at least a month to recover from childbirth before you try to lose weight. Never skip meals. Focus on eating nutrient-rich, healthy foods - rather than counting calories. Drink six to eight...
September 18, 2014
THURSDAY, Sept. 18, 2014 (HealthDay News) - When it comes to emergency room waiting times, patients seeking care at larger urban hospitals are likely to spend more time staring down the clock than those seen at smaller or more rural facilities, new research suggests. "The experience of crowding and our ability to provide timely emergency care varies dramatically across hospitals in the United States,"...
September 18, 2014
THURSDAY, Sept. 18, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Imaging technology has shed new light on how certain symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) manifest in the brain, according to a new study. PTSD is a mental health condition that can cause a wide range of debilitating symptoms, such as flashbacks to a traumatic event, being in a constant state of stress and avoiding certain situation and people,...
September 18, 2014
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