Will the Pandemic Surge in Gun Purchases Raise Suicide Rates?
TUESDAY, Nov. 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Suicidal thoughts are more common among Americans who bought guns when firearm sales spiked during the pandemic, compared to those among other gun owners or folks who don’t own guns, a new study shows.About 6%…
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TUESDAY, Nov. 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Suicidal thoughts are more common among Americans who bought guns when firearm sales spiked during the pandemic, compared to those among other gun owners or folks who don’t own guns, a new study shows.About 6%…
Learn MoreA New Way to Spot Pregnancy Risks?
TUESDAY, Nov. 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Two placenta-related markers could reveal older women’s risk of serious pregnancy problems such as stillbirth and premature or very small babies, British researchers say.They analyzed blood samples and medical…
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TUESDAY, Nov. 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Two placenta-related markers could reveal older women’s risk of serious pregnancy problems such as stillbirth and premature or very small babies, British researchers say.They analyzed blood samples and medical…
Learn More‘Forever Chemicals’ Might Raise Risk of Pregnancy Complication
TUESDAY, Nov. 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — So-called “forever chemicals” might increase pregnant women’s risk of a dangerous condition known as preeclampsia, researchers say.Perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widely used and long-lasting chemicals fo…
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TUESDAY, Nov. 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — So-called “forever chemicals” might increase pregnant women’s risk of a dangerous condition known as preeclampsia, researchers say.Perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widely used and long-lasting chemicals fo…
Learn MoreVaccinations for Kids Will Be in Full Swing by Nov. 8, White House Says
MONDAY, Nov. 1, 2021 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. government’s COVID-19 vaccination program for children ages 5-11 will be ready to roll on Nov. 8, the White House said Monday.On Friday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved vaccines for the …
Learn MoreWhite House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Has COVID-19
MONDAY, Nov. 1, 2021 (HealthDay News) — White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Sunday that she has tested positive for COVID-19 and has mild symptoms.Psaki said she was last in contact with President Joe Biden on Tuesday at the White House, where…
Learn MoreCould a Quick Breathalyzer Test for COVID-19 Be on the Way?
MONDAY, Nov. 1, 2021 (HealthDay News) — An experimental Breathalyzer-type test can detect COVID-19 within seconds and could become a noninvasive, faster alternative to nasal swab tests, researchers report.COVID-19 infection produces a distinct breath…
Learn MoreLiar, Liar: Chronic Fibbers Are Rare, Study Reveals
MONDAY, Nov. 1, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Very few people are chronic liars, according to a study that may draw eyerolls from Americans swamped by “fake news” and misinformation.Prior research has found that people tell an average of one or two lies a …
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