TUESDAY, April 3, 2018 (HealthDay News) — While few older Americans have used medical marijuana, many support it under the right conditions, a new survey finds. The national poll of more than 2,000 people aged 50 to 80 found that only 6 percent said they’d used marijuana for medical reasons,Continue Reading
‘Condom Snorting Challenge’ Another Dangerous Internet Fad: Doctors
New Autism Drug Being Tested in U.S.-Wide Trial
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(HealthDay News) — Rosacea is a common skin disease that causes a reddening of the skin, typically on the face. The disease may have differing symptoms, including sensitive skin or a thickening of the skin, resulting in a bumpy texture. The American Academy of Dermatology suggests: Identify and avoid factorsContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Bursitis involves swelling of thebursa — a fluid-filled sac that cushions bone from muscles, tendons or skin. Bursitis often is caused by repetitive motion, so the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases recommends cushioning your joints when appropriate, and taking frequent breaks from repetitive=motionContinue Reading
MONDAY, April 2, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Older Americans dramatically reduced their risks for heart attack and stroke over a recent 20-year period, a new analysis finds. The likely reason: greater use of drugs to control cholesterol and blood pressure, as well as a decline in smoking, according to researchersContinue Reading
MONDAY, April 2, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Planning a move in the future? You might want to make sure there are parks nearby. Research suggests that people who live near parks and green space are happier and healthier. For instance, one study in the journal Health & Place looked atContinue Reading
MONDAY, April 2, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Before you give up on your exercise program, know that new research suggests the decision may put more than your fitness at risk. It might also make you vulnerable to depression, according to a review of studies. The research included 152 adults whoContinue Reading
MONDAY, April 2, 2018 (HealthDay News) — A baby’s risk of death from being placed in an unsafe sleeping position or location is higher when they’re under the care of a baby sitter, relative or friend, a new study found. The finding shows the need for parents to educate anyoneContinue Reading
TV Hit Show Creator Steven Bochco Dead at 74
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(HealthDay News) — State laws that require child-seat use among kids eight and younger save lives, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. Among states that issued stricter laws requiring car seats until a child is at least 7 years old, deaths and serious injuries among children inContinue Reading