SUNDAY, March 15, 2020 (HealthDay News) — With screening, colon cancers can effectively be detected and prevented. Though colon cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer death in the United States, one-third of Americans over age 50 are not getting screened. “Screening saves lives and can prevent colon cancer,” saidContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Feb. 7, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Gastrointestinal bleeding in patients taking blood thinners for an irregular heartbeat should prompt doctors to check for colon cancer, a new study advises. Researchers looked at more than 125,000 patients in Denmark with the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation (a-fib). They reported thatContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Stomach cramps typically refer to abdominal pain or discomfort between your chest and groin. Causes range from constipation to food intolerance, says the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. To help ease mild stomach cramps at home, Mount Sinai suggests: Sip water or other clear fluids.Continue Reading
TUESDAY, Dec. 24, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Heartburn. Millions of people suffer from it. But what exactly is it and, most important, could it actually be something serious? Heartburn got its name from the burning sensation you get when acid that rises up from the stomach burns the esophagus, whichContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — More than half of older adults regularly deal with constipation, says Harvard Medical School. From lack of fiber and fluids to ignoring the urge to “go,” constipation can have many causes. While laxatives are a quick way to get going again, there are other remedies for constipation.Continue Reading
TUESDAY, Dec. 10, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Makeup is a daily staple for most women, but new research finds that 9 of 10 beauty products may harbor superbugs after they’re opened. Beauty blenders (sponges used to apply foundation or other products to the face), mascara and lip gloss get contaminatedContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Stomach ulcers are sores on the lining of the stomach. Contrary to popular belief, ulcers are not caused by stress or spicy foods, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. Most stomach ulcers are caused by a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori. The germ can erode theContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Nov. 28, 2019 (HealthDay News) — The turkey, stuffing, cranberries, green bean casserole and mashed potatoes on the Thanksgiving table may look tempting, but if you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) you should proceed with caution, experts say. GERD is often called chronic heartburn or acid reflux. “When itContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — About 75 percent of adults will have occasional hemorrhoids, Mayo Clinic says. Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus and rectum that can cause itching, pain, bleeding and discomfort. To help prevent hemorrhoids, Mayo Clinic recommends: Eat high-fiber foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Drink six toContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 27, 2019 (HealthDay News) — More Americans have been sickened with E. coli after eating romaine lettuce thought to be grown in Salinas, Calif., federal health officials said Tuesday. Twenty-seven new cases have been reported over the past few days, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease ControlContinue Reading