Autism, ADHD Raise the Odds for Early Death
THURSDAY, Feb. 17, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Young people with autism or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have a higher risk of dying early from a range of causes, a new research review suggests.Researchers found that before middle-age, …
Learn MoreBrain Injuries May Be Driving Higher Death Rate for U.S. Veterans
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 16, 2022 (HealthDay News) — At one time, military veterans were typically healthier than the average American. But a new study finds that vets who have served since 9/11 have higher than average death rates — especially those with a …
Learn MoreA Healthy Mouth Could Be a Lifesaver for Kids With Heart Conditions
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 16, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Kids with heart conditions are more likely than their peers to have frequent cavities, toothaches or bleeding gums, a new U.S. government study finds.Researchers found that of U.S. children and teenagers wi…
Learn MoreFeel Dizzy When You Stand Up? Two Simple Steps Might Ease That
MONDAY, Feb. 14, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Almost everyone has had a dizzy spell after standing up too quickly, but some people suffer them regularly. Now, a new study suggests two do-it-yourself ways to help.The study focused on what’s called initial …
Learn MoreRegular Use of Acetaminophen Tied to Higher Heart Risks
FRIDAY, Feb. 11, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Acetaminophen may do wonders for a headache, but using it for long-term pain relief could prove risky for people with high blood pressure, a new clinical trial suggests.Over two weeks of use, the painkiller ca…
Learn MoreThe Bald Facts on How Best to Fight Hair Loss in Men
THURSDAY, Feb. 10, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Nearly all men see their hairline recede or a bald spot emerge at some point in their life. For those looking to slow the march of time, a new study helps sort out which hair-loss medications work best.The a…
Learn MoreImmune-Based Therapy Shows Promise Against Advanced Breast Cancers
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) — An experimental therapy that harnesses the body’s tumor-fighting immune cells may be effective for some women with advanced breast cancer, early research suggests.The findings come from an ongoing trial at t…
Learn MoreLockdowns May Not Have Harmed Toddlers’ Language Learning: Studies
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The pandemic has dramatically disrupted kids’ normal routines, but a new study suggests the initial lockdowns of 2020 did not necessarily hinder preschoolers’ language development.In fact, researchers found,…
Learn MoreKetamine May Be Emergency Deterrent for People at Risk of Suicide
MONDAY, Feb. 7, 2022 (HealthDay News) — A new clinical trial strengthens the case that ketamine — once famous as a club drug — can rapidly ease suicidal thoughts.Researchers found that among 156 adults hospitalized for severe suicidal thoughts, tho…
Learn MoreCrowdfunding for Medical Costs Almost Always Fails
FRIDAY, Feb. 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) — You have almost certainly seen the pleas while scrolling through social media: Called crowdfunding, folks try to raise money to pay for their sick loved one’s mounting medical bills.But new research shows these…
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