Pfizer Warns of Shortage of Antibiotic Used to Fight Syphilis
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Infectious disease experts are warning that a shortage of a key antibiotic for treating the sexually transmitted infection syphilis could make it hard to fight the spread of the disease.The United States alread…
Learn MoreU.S. Livestock, Pet Industries Pose Disease Threat to People
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — American industry engages in some of the same high-risk practices as other countries in keeping and selling commercial animals that have the potential for triggering outbreaks of disease among humans, a new rep…
Learn MoreBiden Announces Measures Aimed at Limiting Health Care Costs
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — New federal initiatives could help save Americans money on health care costs.President Joe Biden announced plans Friday to target surprise medical bills, scam insurance and third-party credit cards and loans th…
Learn MoreIVF Success: Season Eggs Are Collected Could Make a Difference
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Sunny summer days may improve the odds for successful in vitro fertilization (IVF), a new study suggests.For women undergoing IVF, the season in which her eggs are retrieved could affect the success of embryo t…
Learn MoreFewer Kids Are Being Prescribed Antipsychotic Meds
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The use of antipsychotic medication in children is continuing to plummet, likely because of better policies and education, new research shows.The study found a 43% drop in antipsychotic prescriptions for Medica…
Learn MoreMen’s, Women’s Hands Give Off Different ‘Scent Profiles’
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Dogs can sniff out and track someone based on their scent, a trait that has aided scores of criminal investigations.Laboratory scientists working with human odors report that a new discovery may also further cr…
Learn MoreExpressing Yourself Creatively Gives Mental Health Boost, Poll Finds
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — One way to get real peace of mind: Start doing something creative. Americans who engage in creative activities — from crafting to playing the piano to painting — report better mental health, according to a n…
Learn MoreExercise + Good Sleep Best Combo for Aging Brains
FRIDAY, July 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Getting regular exercise can help protect against mental decline in an aging brain. But poor sleep can take away those benefits.A new study found that people who were more active but slept less than six hours o…
Learn More¿Qué hay en el agua? Quizá gérmenes nocivos
MARTES, 4 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Bajo la superficie de su piscina, playas y lagos favoritos, quizá se oculten unos peligros demasiado pequeños para verlos a simple vista. Y estas bacterias, virus y parásitos pueden convertir un refrescan…
Learn MoreAumenta la popularidad del pickleball, y también las lesiones relacionadas
MARTES, 4 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — El pickleball ha hecho una entrada triunfal, e inspira a personas de todas las edades a coger una raqueta. Pero como en todo deporte, es posible lesionarse. Algunas mejores prácticas pueden ayudar a preve…
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