Surgeons Perform Transplant of Gene-Tweaked Pig Heart Into Second Patient
MONDAY, Sept. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A second human patient has received a genetically altered pig heart as he battles the ravages of end-stage heart disease.The 58-year-old man, Lawrence Faucette, received the pig organ at the University of Mar…
Learn MoreYour Wrist Could Give Clues to Future Health
MONDAY, Sept. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — One day, it may be possible to monitor people for risk of disease through continuously measuring skin temperature.Researchers have found in a new study that wrist temperature is associated with future risk of…
Learn MoreTear Gas Might Harm a Woman’s Reproductive Health
MONDAY, Sept. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Researchers in Minnesota have uncovered a new link between tear gas exposures and negative effects on reproductive health.The study was prompted by anecdotal reports of irregular menstrual cycles among protes…
Learn MoreWeight-Loss Surgery Could Lower Odds for Blood Cancers
MONDAY, Sept. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Weight-loss surgery can deliver a host of health benefits, but new research reveals an unexpected one: Getting the surgery was associated with a 40% lower risk of blood cancers.Being overweight or obese is a …
Learn MoreUnsafe Neighborhoods Have Higher Levels of Child Abuse
MONDAY, Sept. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Having safer neighborhoods, where families feel less stress, can help prevent child abuse, according to new research that supports this long-suspected theory.When parents feel higher levels of stress or hopel…
Learn MoreGinger May Ease Inflammation of Autoimmune Diseases
MONDAY, Sept. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Ginger supplements may help those with certain autoimmune diseases, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, control inflammation.New research has added evidence to support the impact of ginger on white blood …
Learn MoreHow to Care for a New Body Piercing
SUNDAY, Sept. 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Piercings can be a fun way to express yourself, but they can also cause complications — particularly in areas that aren’t the earlobes — and need proper care.“The first step to caring for your piercing is cho…
Learn MoreTalking to a Loved One Battling Substance Abuse: Staying Positive Is Key
SATURDAY, Sept. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A conversation with a family member or loved one struggling with addiction can be the catalyst for getting help.But it’s important to choose your words carefully when discussing possible addiction to contro…
Learn MoreRSV Vaccine Given in Pregnancy to Help Shield Newborns Receives Full U.S. Approval
FRIDAY, Sept. 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Women may soon have a vaccine they can take during a pregnancy to help protect their newborn from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).Following approval one month ago by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, t…
Learn MoreLa FDA debe tomar medidas enérgicas contra minoristas que venden tabaco a adolescentes: informe
VIERNES, 22 de septiembre de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Un nuevo informe gubernamental concluye que los reguladores federales necesitan hacer más para ayudar en la lucha para mantener a los niños y adolescentes alejados del tabaco.Entre los hallazgos de…
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