HIV Meds Help Slash Infection Risk to Nearly Zero: Study
MONDAY, July 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — People taking antiretroviral therapy to treat HIV who have low but detectable virus levels have almost zero risk of transmitting the virus to others, according to a new research review.Researchers looked at ei…
Learn MoreTimed Fasting Best Way for Those With Diabetes to Lose Weight
MONDAY, July 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Restricting eating to certain times — a regimen known as intermittent fasting — may be the best way to help people with type 2 diabetes lose weight.Researchers found that people with type 2 diabetes who ate …
Learn MoreHere’s 8 Habits That Could Lengthen Your Life
MONDAY, July 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Eight healthy habits could add years to your life.A new study of more than 700,000 U.S. veterans breaks down the habits that when adopted by middle age, can help someone live substantially longer than folks wh…
Learn MoreResearchers Identify Genes That Influence What You Eat
MONDAY, July 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — You’ve likely heard that “you are what you eat,” but a new study suggests what you eat also has something to do with who you are — genetically speaking.Researchers have identified nearly 500 genes that appear …
Learn MoreDuring Pregnancy, the Less Caffeine the Better: Expert
SUNDAY, July 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — When it comes to pregnancy and caffeinated drinks, less is best, says an expert, warning women to avoid energy drinks in particular.“Energy drinks contain varying amounts of caffeine, so check nutrition labels…
Learn MoreBe Smart When Working Out in Steamy Summer Weather
SATURDAY, July 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — It’s hot out there. If you’re working out outdoors this summer, take precautions.“If you plan to exercise in the heat, know your fitness level, take frequent breaks, wear proper clothing, wear sunscreen, avo…
Learn MoreFor Over 1 in 10 Young U.S. Adults, Vaping Is a Regular Habit
FRIDAY, July 21, 2023 (HealthDay News) — About 11% of young adults in the United States now actively use electronic cigarettes, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says in a new report.The report, from CDC’s National Center for Health…
Learn MoreUn hombre europeo podría ser la sexta persona que se ‘cura’ del VIH
JUEVES, 20 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Es raro que una persona con VIH entre en remisión y se considere “curada”, pero un hombre europeo podría ser la sexta persona que lo logra. El hombre, que recibió un diagnóstico inicial de VIH en 1990, h…
Learn MoreLos pacientes negros son más propensos a confiar en videos de salud si sale un médico o paciente negro
JUEVES, 20 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — La necesidad de aumentar la diversidad racial entre los proveedores de atención de la salud de EE. UU. es importante por muchos motivos. Entre ellos, es más probable que los pacientes negros les crean a …
Learn MoreObservan un vínculo entre la inflamación y el Alzheimer
JUEVES, 20 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Investigadores de todo el mundo trabajan para desentrañar los mecanismos subyacentes de la enfermedad de Alzheimer y otras formas de demencia. Ahora, un nuevo estudio apunta a lo que se conoce como infla…
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