FRIDAY, Feb. 1, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Hairstyles are a defining feature for many people, but some ‘dos can also damage hair follicles. A Johns Hopkins review of 19 studies has found that many hairstyles can lead to a condition known as traction alopecia. That’s the gradual loss of hairContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Jan. 31, 2019 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarette use is surging among American teenagers, with millions of kids flirting with nicotine addiction by regularly vaping. Unfortunately, these kids are going to face a rocky road if they try to kick their nicotine habit, experts say. There are no tested orContinue Reading
MONDAY, Jan. 28 2019 (HealthDay News) — They’re cute, but cuddling a pet hedgehog could transmit potentially deadly salmonella, U.S. health officials warned Friday. As of Jan. 23, “11 people infected with the outbreak strain ofSalmonellaTyphimurium have been reported from eight states,” according to the U.S. Centers for Disease ControlContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Jan. 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Wherever Kathleen Simmonds goes, her service dog, Emma, isn’t far behind. Emma — also known by her Instagram handle, “Type 1 Wonder Dog” — has been trained to sniff out dangerously high and low blood sugar levels and alert Simmonds so she canContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — For many, a microwave is indispensable, but questions remain about the safety of containers used to cook and reheat food in it. Most of the controversy surrounds the chemicals used to make plastic containers soft or clear, like BPA and phthalates. These chemicalsContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Making soup is an easy way to get your veggies while having a warming, low-calorie meal. Soups can also double as easy lunches that just need re-heating. Here are two to try: Creamy Asparagus Soup 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, dicedContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Jan. 18, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Anyone who has cared for a hospitalized loved one knows that frequent nighttime sleep interruptions — caused by noise or nursing checks — are a big concern. But in a new study, a Chicago hospital adopted sleep-friendly measures for patients that led toContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 16, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Carrying extra pounds isn’t just bad for humans: New research indicates dogs’ lives may be significantly shorter if they’re overweight. The study, which evaluated data from more than 50,000 dogs across 12 of the most popular breeds, found that the life span ofContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Jan. 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Quitting smoking is one of the hardest things to do, but studies have found that one strategy in particular can help many people: Start anti-smoking medication well before your intended quit date. Under traditional prescribing guidelines, people who plan to quit smoking withContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Jan. 10, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Research confirms that a good sex life is a key to strong feelings of intimacy and satisfaction for both partners in a relationship. Yet for many, sex goes by the wayside, often because of life’s demands, from the boss at the office toContinue Reading