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FRIDAY, Sept. 22, 2017 (HealthDay News) — About 95 percent of Americans take some action to prevent cancer, according to a new survey. Three-quarters of respondents said they don’t smoke; 74 percent limit their alcohol consumption; 72 percent stick to a healthy diet; and 90 percent are aware of theirContinue Reading

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TUESDAY, Sept. 19, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Although it’s becoming more commonplace, medical marijuana is rarely discussed in U.S. medical schools, a new study shows. “Medical education needs to catch up to marijuana legislation,” said senior author Dr. Laura Jean Bierut, a professor of psychiatry at Washington University School ofContinue Reading

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MONDAY, Sept. 18, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Many parents don’t believe schools are prepared to help students with mental health problems and serious physical health issues, a new survey finds. While 77 percent of parents were certain that schools would be able to provide first aid for minor issues suchContinue Reading