THURSDAY, June 23, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Hate crime laws that protect gay, lesbian and transgender people may have an unexpected benefit: fewer teen suicide attempts, among kids of all sexual orientations. That’s the conclusion of a new study that looked at what happened in U.S. states that enacted hateContinue Reading
THURSDAY, June 23, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Pets have helped people weather both the HIV/AIDS and COVID-19 pandemics, a survey of long-term HIV/AIDS survivors shows. “The underlying question in our minds has always been: What role do pets play for people who are so isolated and suffering so much stigma?”Continue Reading
WEDNESDAY, June 22, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Breathing in air pollution can lead to toxic particles entering the brain — and not just through the nose. New research suggests they have a direct pathway through the bloodstream, potentially contributing to brain disorders and neurological damage. “There are gaps in ourContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, June 22, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Could the way a senior handles his or her money offer clues about their risk for Alzheimer’s disease? Yes, according to a new study involving dozens of elderly men and women that found a higher likelihood to give away money to anonymous individualsContinue Reading
TUESDAY, June 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) — As a weekend heat wave that put more than 15 million Americans in the Northern and Central Plains on alert slowly moves east, the nation’s emergency doctors have advice to keep you safe. “Overexposure to the sun or heat can turn into anContinue Reading
TUESDAY, June 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) — While chronic stress is a key risk factor for heart disease and stroke, most cat and dog owners say pets help them chill out and stay active. A new American Heart Association (AHA) survey of 1,000 pet owners found 95% relying on theirContinue Reading
MONDAY, June 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) — In a cancel culture where there’s zero tolerance for prejudice, at least one form of discrimination appears to be alive and well. Ageism involves prejudice based on people’s advancing age. It can be as overt as not hiring someone because they are older,Continue Reading
MONDAY, June 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) — What goes through your dog’s mind when you tell him to find his favorite toy? Hungarian researchers say Fido relies on a mental image based on sensory features. Dogs call to mind the way that toy looks, feels and smells. The finding —Continue Reading
SUNDAY, June 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The record-breaking heat that’s scorching much of the United States this week poses significant heart dangers, and you need to take steps to protect yourself, the American Heart Association (AHA) says. That’s especially true for older adults and people with high blood pressure,Continue Reading
SATURDAY, June 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Keeping your body well-fueled and hydrated is a must during outdoor summer sports and exercise, a nutrition expert says. “For summer workouts, it’s important to make sure that adequate carbohydrates, fluids and electrolytes are consumed,” said sports dietitian Kristen Chang, assistant director ofContinue Reading