Health Highlights: Aug. 16, 2019
2019-08-16
Cases of Severe Lung Injury After Vaping Reported in Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin
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Health Tip: Getting Rid of Warts
2019-08-16
(HealthDay News) — Warts surface when skin cells grow faster than normal due to infection from the human papillomavirus (HPV), says Harvard Medical School. About 10 strains of HPV cause skin warts, which can spread by direct contact through breaks in the skin. To get rid of a wart, HarvardContinue Reading
Health Tip: Recognizing a Staph Infection
2019-08-16
(HealthDay News) — A staph infection is caused by bacteria commonly found on the skin or in the nose. Though usually minor, staph infections can become deadly if the germs invade the bloodstream or bones, says Mayo Clinic. Serious staph infections have a range of possible symptoms, including fever, nauseaContinue Reading
How to Relieve Dry, Irritated Eyes
2019-08-15
THURSDAY, Aug. 15, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Do all the ads for dry eye relief have you thinking you could have this condition? If you’ve ever felt like you had a grain of sand in your eye when nowhere close to the beach, you could be experiencing dry eye. ExactlyContinue Reading
Spice Up Your Meals With Habanero Chili Chutney
2019-08-15
THURSDAY, Aug. 15, 2019 (HealthDay News) — If you’re a chili pepper lover who can take the heat, then take it to the next level with super spicy habaneros. Habaneros aren’t for the faint of heart. They rank among some of the world’s hottest chilies on the Scoville scale, whichContinue Reading
Many Doctors Refusing Care of People Prescribed Opioids
2019-08-15
THURSDAY, Aug. 15, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Folks taking opioids for chronic pain may run into trouble if they need to find a new doctor. A new “secret shopper” survey of 194 Michigan primary care clinics found that as many as four out of 10 primary care doctors would turnContinue Reading
More Than Half of Younger Patients Skip or Quit Blood Pressure Meds
2019-08-15
THURSDAY, Aug. 15, 2019 (HealthDay News) — High blood pressure can be a killer. But a new study finds that more than half of younger patients — those under 65 — who are prescribed high blood pressure meds either stop taking them within a few months or don’t take themContinue Reading
Health Highlights: Aug. 15, 2019
2019-08-15
Vaping Industry Group Sues to Delay FDA Review of E-Cigarettes
Texas Tripe Inc. Raw Pet Food Recalled as Health Threats
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Health Tip: What to Expect While Breastfeeding
2019-08-15
(HealthDay News) — Breastfeeding is a unique experience for every mother. As you begin, your baby’s actions will cue your body to make milk, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you are concerned about this process, talk to a doctor or lactation consultant. Over time, your breastsContinue Reading
How Many Fruits and Veggies Do You Really Need?
2019-08-14
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 14, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Many Americans still don’t get enough fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods. If money and time are concerns, your favorite drive-through donut and coffee place in the morning and the closest fast-food chain for dinner might seem to better fit your schedule andContinue Reading