FRIDAY, April 21, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A good sports bra provides more than sturdy support alone for female runners. The increased breast support affects biomechanics in other parts of the body — and, a new study shows, the right sports bra could actually boost a woman’s running performance byContinue Reading
Drug might delay onset of MS symptoms. When a brain scan reveals signs of multiple sclerosis and a patient has no symptoms of the autoimmune disease, doctors debate whether to monitor or treat for MS. A medication may slow onset of MS symptoms in these patients, research shows. Read moreContinue Reading
FRIDAY, April 21, 2023 (HealthDay News) — While overall support for childhood vaccines remains strong, a new UNICEF report documents a significant decline in the public’s faith in the importance of these vaccines. Confidence in childhood immunizations dropped by up to 44 percentage points in some countries during the pandemic,Continue Reading
FRIDAY, April 21, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Traffic deaths are down on U.S. roadways, but the small drop pales in comparison to the surging rate of recent years. Deaths in traffic crashes fell 0.3% last year compared to 2021, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). OnContinue Reading
THURSDAY, April 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — There are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions, and they affect at least 54 million adults and 300,000 children in the United States, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Fortunately, there are also many medications, non-medication options, lifestyle changes and surgeriesContinue Reading
THURSDAY, April 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Have you heard the old wives’ tale that knuckle cracking will enlarge your knuckles? What about the one that cracking your knuckles causes arthritis? There are many beliefs about this common behavior, but it’s time to debunk the myths about knuckle cracking. WhyContinue Reading
THURSDAY, April 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Surgery may help you manage pain and other symptoms if you have certain types of arthritis or your arthritis is severe. To help you decide if surgery is right for you, here’s a breakdown of five of the most common arthritis surgeries, includingContinue Reading
THURSDAY, April 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Researchers are reporting progress on the path to a “universal” flu vaccine — one that would battle all strains of the virus and give the world a weapon against future flu pandemics. In an early clinical trial, U.S. government scientists found that theirContinue Reading
THURSDAY, April 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Put down that sugary soda. It could be deadly, particularly if you have type 2 diabetes. A nearly two-decade-long study linked high intake of sugar-sweetened beverages — soda, lemonade and fruit punch — with premature death in people with type 2 diabetes. TheContinue Reading
THURSDAY, April 20, 2023 (American Heart Association News) — Jana Turner had always enjoyed a sense of control over her life. She never married or had children. Her career in commercial real estate remained her top priority, culminating in a rise to becoming a partner in her company. She alsoContinue Reading