In an animal study, scientists at the Salk Institute found that mice lacking the biological clock needed for a healthy metabolism could still avoid obesity and metabolic diseases by having their food restricted to a ten-hour window of the day – and fasting for the remaining 14. The work, which appeared in the journal Cell… Continue reading Eat 10 Hours Per Day – and Avoid Obesity?
Author: Jane Farrell
The Dangers of Drowsy Driving
Drowsy driving is a major problem in the United States. The risk, danger, and sometimes tragic results of drowsy driving are alarming. Drowsy driving is the dangerous combination of driving and sleepiness or fatigue. This usually happens when a driver has not slept enough, but it can also happen due to untreated sleep disorders, medications,… Continue reading The Dangers of Drowsy Driving
Anxiety, Depression May Increase Heart Attack and Stroke Risk in People Over 45
Adults ages 45 or older who experience psychological distress such as depression and anxiety may have an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, according to new research in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, an American Heart Association journal. In a study of 221,677 participants from Australia, researchers found that: among women, high/very high psychological distress… Continue reading Anxiety, Depression May Increase Heart Attack and Stroke Risk in People Over 45
Drowning Is Not a Seasonal Problem
Children can drown in pools any time of year. And bathtubs, toilets, and buckets of water can also pose risks, especially for very young children. But they can stay safe around water all year long with these tips: Keep pool water levels high year round. If a child fell into 5 feet of water and… Continue reading Drowning Is Not a Seasonal Problem
Immune Cells and Brain Aging
A receptor that is responsible for the intoxicating effect of cannabis appears to act as a kind of “sensor” with which neurons measure and control some immune cells in the brain, according to a recent study from the University of Bonn. But if the sensor fails, chronic inflammation may result. The study appeared in the… Continue reading Immune Cells and Brain Aging
Bringing Wellness into Your Home
Many elements in your living space contribute to your well-being. Where furniture is situated, how much light shines into the room, and the air being circulated can all influence your state of mind and wellness. Below are some tips for creating wellness in your home: Bring nature in. There is nothing more de-stressing than sinking… Continue reading Bringing Wellness into Your Home
Very Low Blood Pressure Isn’t Always a Good Thing
Patients who have unusually low blood pressure and are taking prescribed medications are twice as likely to experience a fall or faint as are those whose treated blood pressure is higher, according to a new study. The Kaiser Permanente research, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, focused on patients whose systolic blood pressure… Continue reading Very Low Blood Pressure Isn’t Always a Good Thing
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Increasing Sharply
Nearly 2.3 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were diagnosed in the United States in 2017, according to preliminary statistics released by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) This surpassed the previous record set in 2016 by more than 200,000 cases and marked the fourth consecutive year of sharp increases in… Continue reading Sexually Transmitted Diseases Increasing Sharply
Protecting Health-Care Data Against Cyber Attacks
Like other organizations and agencies that depend on data, healthcare networks are vulnerable to potentially crippling cyberattacks. But they may lag behind other sectors in preparing for and combating data breaches, according a number of experts. The subject was outlined in a series of articles and commentaries in the fall issue of Frontiers of Health… Continue reading Protecting Health-Care Data Against Cyber Attacks
How to Apply Scalp Medications
According to physicians from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), scalp conditions, such as alopecia areata (patchy hair loss), psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis, are very common. Researchers estimate that at least half of the people who have plaque psoriasis have it on their scalp. Fortunately, patients can improve their conditions using topical medications prescribed by… Continue reading How to Apply Scalp Medications
Peace of Mind = Sweet Dreams
What do dreams have to do with our state of mind? According to a news release from the University of Turku in Finland, it has “long been assumed that the content of dreams can tell us something about the person’s well-being.” But, the investigators said, so far “dream researchers” have paid more attention to the… Continue reading Peace of Mind = Sweet Dreams
How to Prevent Falls in The Home
Each year in the U.S. one in four people over 65 experiences a fall. It’s a common problem and can lead to a loss of independence, hospitalization, lack of confidence, and in some cases death. Avoiding falls in the first place is a vital aspect of living independently. Here’s how to prevent accidents in the… Continue reading How to Prevent Falls in The Home
Financial Literacy and Young Adults
Almost one-third of young adults are financially “precarious” because they lack money management skills and income stability, according to a new study. Some participants in another group in the survey said they skimped on health care because of lack of money. The findings come from researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Lead author… Continue reading Financial Literacy and Young Adults
Vaccines: The Must-Haves on Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklist
With the start of the school year just around the corner, it is easy to overlook one of the most important things on any back-to-school checklist — making sure your child is vaccinated. Vaccinations protect children from serious diseases, ultimately protecting families, schools and communities by way of safe and effective immunizations. Whether your child… Continue reading Vaccines: The Must-Haves on Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklist
Organ Transplant Patients Have Increased Skin Cancer Risk
While anyone can develop skin cancer, regardless of age, race or gender, certain groups of people have a higher risk of getting the disease than others. Because organ transplant patients must take medication to suppress their immune system, they are among those with an increased risk — and the skin cancers that develop in these… Continue reading Organ Transplant Patients Have Increased Skin Cancer Risk
It’s OK When You’re Not OK: A Look at Emotional Resilience
Research on how adults deal with adversity has been dominated by studies claiming the most common response is uninterrupted, stable psychological functioning. In other words, this research suggests that most adults are essentially unfazed by major life events such as the loss of a loved one. These provocative findings have also received widespread attention in… Continue reading It’s OK When You’re Not OK: A Look at Emotional Resilience
A Cure for Degenerative Eye Disease?
Researchers at Mount Sinai have successfully restored vision in mice through activating retinal stem cells, something that has never been done before. Their study, published in the August 15 online issue of Nature, could transform treatment for patients with retinal degenerative diseases, which currently have no cure. “This study opens a new pathway for potentially… Continue reading A Cure for Degenerative Eye Disease?
Young, Healthy People Still Vulnerable to Cardiovascular Disease if Their LDL Cholesterol Is High
Young, healthy people may still face a lifetime risk of premature death from cardiovascular disease if they cannot keep their cholesterol levels in check, according to new observational research in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation. Researchers in this latest study looked at associations between low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) and non-high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C) thresholds and cardiovascular… Continue reading Young, Healthy People Still Vulnerable to Cardiovascular Disease if Their LDL Cholesterol Is High