Even a Little Drinking Ages the Brain: Study
MONDAY, March 7, 2022 (HealthDay News) — There is no amount of alcohol that is good for your brain.So claims a new study that found even light to moderate drinking can age the brain faster than normal.Previous research has shown that heavy drinkers h…
Learn MoreDoes Your Height Affect Your Odds for Colon Cancer?
MONDAY, March 7, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Taller people have a higher risk of colon cancer than shorter folks, and researchers say height should be considered when it comes to screening for the disease.For the new study, the research team at Johns Hop…
Learn MoreSmoking Keeps Its Grip on America’s Poorer Communities
MONDAY, March 7, 2022 (HealthDay News) — While smoking has declined in the United States, the rate of tobacco use in poorer communities is double nationwide levels, according to a new study.It also linked smoking to mental health conditions and subst…
Learn MoreAntidepressants Often Ineffective for Depression in Pregnancy
MONDAY, March 7, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Antidepressants don’t always help ease depression and anxiety in pregnant women and new moms, according to a new study.”This is the first longitudinal data to show that many pregnant women report depression an…
Learn MoreHeart Defects Could Raise Odds for Severe COVID-19
MONDAY, March 7, 2022 (HealthDay News) — People who were born with a heart defect have a nearly doubled risk for severe COVID-19 illness or death and need to get vaccinated, wear masks and take other steps to protect themselves, researchers report.T…
Learn More6 Healthy Steps to Preventing Colon Cancer
SUNDAY, March 6, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Colon cancer can be a devastating diagnosis, but there are a number of steps you can take to reduce your risk of tumors, an expert says.Colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer in the United Stat…
Learn MoreLifestyle Factors Key to Keeping Good Vision With Age
SATURDAY, March 5, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Keeping your drinking and your weight in check can help protect your sight as you age, experts say.Moderate to heavy drinking is associated with a higher risk of a sight-threatening condition called age-rela…
Learn MoreU.S. Surgeon General Investigates COVID-19 Misinformation
FRIDAY, March 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) — An investigation into health misinformation on COVID-19 has been launched by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy.”Misinformation has had a profound impact on COVID-19 and our response,” Murthy told CNN. “Stu…
Learn MoreNFL Drops All COVID Restrictions
FRIDAY, March 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The National Football League’s COVID protocols will be lifted immediately under a deal reached between the league and its players association.The agreement makes the NFL one of the first major sports leagues t…
Learn MoreCrowdfunding Can Help Pay for Cancer Care, But Takes Emotional Toll
FRIDAY, March 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Crowdfunding helps some U.S. cancer patients pay bills, but it can trigger shame and other negative feelings in some people, a new study finds.”Young adults are at that point in life where they are beginning t…
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