For most families, the journey of taking care of a family member with special needs is “a marathon, not a sprint.” The emphasis must be on look after yourself and your family in order to take on the long-term role of advocate. Don’t underestimate the value of getting some exercise, having a routine, eating well,… Continue reading 8 Ways to Be A Great Advocate for A Special-Needs Family Member
Author: Jane Farrell
Heart Disease and Dogs
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Dog ownership may be linked with longer life and better cardiovascular outcomes, especially for heart attack and stroke survivors who live alone, according to new research that builds upon earlier studies. The conclusions were based on a new study and a separate meta-analysis published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, a journal of the American… Continue reading Heart Disease and Dogs
FDA Approves New Migraine Remedy
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The federal government has approved Reyvow (lasmiditan) tablets for the acute (active but short-term) treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. Reyvow is not indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine. “Reyvow is a new option for the acute treatment of migraine, a painful condition that affects one in seven Americans,” said Nick… Continue reading FDA Approves New Migraine Remedy
A Mysterious Link Between Tooth Loss and Heart Disease
People who have lost teeth for “nontraumatic” reasons could have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, new research shows. That point was established according to a presentation at the American College of Cardiology Middle East Conference 2019 together with the 10th Emirates Cardiac Society Congress. The conference was early in October in Dubai, United… Continue reading A Mysterious Link Between Tooth Loss and Heart Disease
Teen E-Cigarette Use Doubles Since 2017
Teen rates of e-cigarette use are rising sharply, new research shows. Data from the 2019 Monitoring the Future Survey of eighth, 10th and 12th graders show alarmingly high rates of e-cigarette use compared to just a year ago, with rates doubling in the past two years, the findings show. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, scientists… Continue reading Teen E-Cigarette Use Doubles Since 2017
What You Need to Know about Sinus Infection
The fall months are upon us, and that means that the potential for seasonal allergies, runny noses and sinus infections increases. Sinus infections happen when fluid builds up in the air-filled pockets (sinuses) in the face. This allows germs to grow. Viruses cause most sinus infections, but bacteria can also be the culprit. However, Jessica… Continue reading What You Need to Know about Sinus Infection
Ten Tips for School Lunches That Will Keep Kids Happy and Healthy
Between classes and practices, lunchtime is a highlight of most kids’ day. Whether homemade or store bought, favorite school lunches can power your student through the day. So be sure that what you’re sending to school is good for your young scholar. “Foodborne illnesses strike young and old,” said Mitzi Baum, CEO of Stop Foodborne… Continue reading Ten Tips for School Lunches That Will Keep Kids Happy and Healthy
Millions Taking Aspirin Without Any Clear Benefit
Many people take aspirin every day to prevent a heart attack or stroke. But daily aspirin isn’t advised for everyone. A survey found that about 29 million adults without heart disease take low-dose aspirin for prevention. But many of them shouldn’t under new guidelines. Aspirin works by thinning the blood and preventing clots. But taking… Continue reading Millions Taking Aspirin Without Any Clear Benefit
Pesticide Exposure Raises Heart-Disease Risk in Some Men
On-the-job exposure to high levels of pesticides raised the risk of heart disease and stroke in a generally healthy group of Japanese- American men in Hawaii, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. “This study emphasizes the importance of using personal protective equipment during exposure to pesticides on the… Continue reading Pesticide Exposure Raises Heart-Disease Risk in Some Men
The Six Hidden Hazards of Tailgating
Tailgating is one of the best parts of football season — but nothing quashes team spirit quite like food poisoning. Understanding different types of bacteria and the ways they can be transmitted, plus a plan to keep your food safe, is key to enjoying your tailgate and keeping guests healthy, says Rachael Lee, M.D., assistant… Continue reading The Six Hidden Hazards of Tailgating
The Best Surgery for Urinary Incontinence
Surgery for stress urinary incontinence (leaking that occurs with a cough or sneeze) also improves symptoms of another form of incontinence, called urgency urinary incontinence, in women who have both types, according to new research. The findings, supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), challenge current treatment guidelines, which suggest the opposite: that the… Continue reading The Best Surgery for Urinary Incontinence
The Not-So-Sweet Truth About Sugar and Sweeteners
Most of us love sweet foods and drinks. But after that short burst of sweetness, you may worry about how sweets affect your waistline and your overall health. Is sugar truly bad for us? How about artificial or low-calorie sweeteners? What have scientists learned about the sweet things that most of us eat and drink… Continue reading The Not-So-Sweet Truth About Sugar and Sweeteners
Heating Pad Can Help with a Type of Blood-Pressure Condition
Applying a heating pad overnight may help people with supine hypertension, a condition that causes their blood pressure to increase when they lie down, including during sleep, according to preliminary results presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension 2019 Scientific Sessions. Supine hypertension is present in about half of people with autonomic failure, a chronic… Continue reading Heating Pad Can Help with a Type of Blood-Pressure Condition
Read This if You Take Ranitidine Medicines
The federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has learned that some ranitidine medicines, including some products commonly known as the brand-name drug Zantac, contain a nitrosamine impurity called N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) at low levels. According to the Medwatch issued by the FDA, NDMA is classified as a probable human carcinogen (a substance that could cause cancer)… Continue reading Read This if You Take Ranitidine Medicines
10 Steps to Optimize Pregnancy
Trouble conceiving can be incredibly challenging, both physically and emotionally. However, there are several steps that women can take to optimize their chances of pregnancy. Here, fertility expert Dr. Zaher Merhi, Director of Research and Development in IVF Technologies at the New York City-based New Hope Fertility Center, offers ten steps that can help in… Continue reading 10 Steps to Optimize Pregnancy
Steering Clear of Falls
Each year millions of Americans, especially older adults, go to the emergency department after an injury from a fall. “These falls can cause serious injuries—back fractures, hip fractures, as well as head trauma,” says Dr. David B. Reuben, a healthy aging expert at the University of California, Los Angeles, who co-leads one of the largest… Continue reading Steering Clear of Falls
Hypertension and Cognitive Decline
High blood pressure appears to accelerate cognitive decline among middle-aged and older adults, but treating high blood pressure may slow down the process, according to new research. The findings, presented as preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension 2019 Scientific Sessions, are important because high blood pressure and cognitive decline are two of… Continue reading Hypertension and Cognitive Decline
Marijuana: A Warning From The U.S Surgeon General
Surgeon General Vice Adm. Jerome M. Adams has issued an advisory emphasizing the importance of protecting youth and pregnant women from the health risks of marijuana use. Marijuana, or cannabis, is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States. Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a component of marijuana, binds to receptors in the brain, producing euphoria… Continue reading Marijuana: A Warning From The U.S Surgeon General