THURSDAY, Dec. 28, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Many patients with a deadly type of brain tumor don’t receive adequate hospice care, a new study finds. Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center researchers analyzed data from more than 12,000 patients in the United States with malignant gliomas who were treated and diedContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Dec. 28, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Physical activity is good for the body and the brain, but what about people with thinking and memory difficulties? A new recommendation from the American Academy of Neurology suggests that exercise is indeed helpful for people with mild cognitive impairment. The condition, inContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Dec. 28, 2017 (HealthDay News) — The millions of Americans caught in the grip of an addiction to opioids — prescription painkillers or heroin — remained the leading health news story of the past year. The scourge is now so widespread that, just last week, research suggested that deathsContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Homework may not be the number one priority when your child is being treated for cancer. But school shouldn’t be forgotten. Many children with cancer consider school and spending time with other kids as a sign of normalcy, the American Cancer Society says. The society offers theseContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Fights among your children can start for a variety of reasons, and sibling rivalry can take root even before your second child is born, according to experts at KidsHealth from the Nemours Foundation. Petty squabbles can escalate into all-out war because of jealousy,Continue Reading
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(HealthDay News) — If you live in a cold climate, you should keep a complete emergency kit in your car. The National Weather Service suggests including: A mobile phone, charger and batteries. Blankets. A flashlight with extra batteries. A first-aid kit. A knife. High-calorie, non-perishable foods. Extra clothing to keepContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Dec. 26, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Cutting down on fat is a big part of any weight-loss diet. Fat has twice the calories of protein and carbs — so ounce for ounce, you can replace fat with twice the amount of those foods for the same calories. You doContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Your posture has a direct effect on your long-term health, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. Good posture means your spine is correctly positioned at three natural curves: your neck, middle back and lower back. The agency says poor posture can lead to: Undue wear onContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Boys and girls of all ages have a fascination with laser toys. But it’s important to use these devices safely to avoid injury. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says the concentrated light from lasers can cause serious eye injuries, even blindness. The agency suggests how toContinue Reading