Health Highlights: Sept. 12, 2019
2019-09-12
VA May Have to Pay Billions for Veterans’ Emergency Care Claims
Allergy Danger Spurs Tuna Steak Recall
Scientists Use Gene-Editing Tool CRISPR in Attempt to Cure HIV
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Health Tip: Preventing a Hernia
2019-09-12
(HealthDay News) — A hernia occurs when part of the body protrudes through the wall of muscle or tissue that contains it, says Cleveland Clinic. From weakened muscles to repeated strains of the abdominal and groin areas, a hernia has a variety of causes. To prevent a hernia, Cleveland ClinicContinue Reading
Health Tip: Avoiding Cholera
2019-09-12
(HealthDay News) — Cholera causes 95,000 deaths around the world each year, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All travelers and residents in areas where cholera is occurring should take precautions to protect themselves and family members. To avoid contracting cholera, the CDC recommends: Drink and useContinue Reading
Fitter Bodies Make for Healthier Brains, Study Finds
2019-09-12
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — If you’re looking for incentives to hit the gym, new research suggests that staying in good shape may help preserve brain structure, boost memory, and improve the ability to think clearly and quickly. The finding follows an analysis of fitness and brain healthContinue Reading
Avocado Toast With a Twist
2019-09-11
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — It’s a pricy mainstay on restaurant menus, but avocado toast is an easy and healthy breakfast or lunch that you can make at home. Avocados are full of healthy fats and vitamins C, E and B6. They’re fiber all-stars, too, with 10 gramsContinue Reading
Talking Health: The Vocabulary of Fitness
2019-09-11
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Doing the right amount of exercise every day is a top health goal. To make sure you’re getting all the right types of exercise, you want to get familiar with these key exercise terms. Then you can be sure these activities are allContinue Reading
Health Highlights: Sept. 11, 2019
2019-09-11
EPA to Phase Out Chemical Testing on Mammals
Sixth U.S. Death from Vaping-Related Lung Illness Confirmed
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Health Tip: Understanding Mononucleosis
2019-09-11
(HealthDay News) — Mononucleosis, sometimes called mono, has a group of flu-like symptoms that are usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). People who have been infected with EBV will carry the virus for the rest of their lives, says KidsHealth. Those who have mono symptoms may not get sickContinue Reading
Health Tip: Take Over-the-Counter Medication Wisely
2019-09-11
(HealthDay News) — When taken as directed, over-the-counter (OTC) medication can be safe and effective, says the National Council on Patient Information and Education. To take OTC medication wisely, consumers are urged to: Read the label. Pay special attention to ingredients, directions and warnings. Take only the recommended dose statedContinue Reading
New Strain of Strep Causing Cases of Scarlet Fever
2019-09-11
TUESDAY, Sept. 10, 2019 (HealthDay News) — A new, more toxic strain of strep A bacteria is causing an outbreak of scarlet fever among British children, researchers report. The upswing in scarlet fever is the biggest seen since the 1960s. Between 2014 and 2016, the number of cases went fromContinue Reading