Health Highlights: Dec. 14, 2022
New drug might be an advance against eczema. Rocatinlimab is a monoclonal antibody that researchers found prevented the recurrence of the symptoms of the skin condition for up to 20 weeks after treatment was stopped. Read moreMove to electric cars wil…
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What’s driving the ongoing Adderall shortage? Shortages of the ADHD drug are expected to continue for months, forcing families to scramble for ways to deal with their children’s condition. Read moreMost people with COPD enjoy good mental health. Despi…
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Gig economy could be harming workers’ health. People whose work is piecemeal and sometimes depends on tips and commissions tend to be in poorer health than workers with more stable incomes, new research confirms. Read moreHow climate change could brin…
Learn MoreRace, Income Can Determine Blood Cancer Outcomes, Studies Show
MONDAY, Dec. 12, 2022 (HealthDay News) — If someone is stricken with a blood cancer or life-threatening clot, they’ll probably fare better if they are white and wealthy, three new studies show.The ongoing impact of patient race and income to medical …
Learn MoreWhat Is Stiff-Person Syndrome, the Illness Afflicting Celine Dion?
FRIDAY, Dec. 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Stiff-person syndrome: Superstar singer Celine Dion announced Thursday that she is living with this rare neurological condition and has canceled and postponed tour dates to deal with her health issues.”Recently…
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Melanoma patients who fail standard meds may have new option. An experimental therapy that uses the body’s own immune system cells may beat a standard treatment for patients with advanced melanoma, a new trial finds. Read moreStatins may lower risk of…
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Which micronutrients help or harm the heart? Fish oil, vitamins, beta-carotene: These and other popular supplements were put to the test in a new study and assessed for heart health value. Read moreDrug choice may matter for folks battling macular deg…
Learn MoreActress Kirstie Alley Dies of Cancer at 71
TUESDAY, Dec. 6, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Actress Kirstie Alley, best known for a breakthrough role in the TV hit “Cheers,” and on the big screen in “Look Who’s Talking,” has died at 71 from cancer.”We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce…
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Science reveals 3 key factors to an energized, alert day. What you eat, when you wake up and how active you are all matter, new research shows. Read moreBanning flavored vapes didn’t get folks to quit. Not only did many simply turn to flavors not inc…
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Shingles ups odds for heart attack, stroke by almost 30%. Luckily, getting a shingles vaccine guards against the condition and thereby may also protect against heart issues. Read moreVicious cycle: Epilepsy seizures can prompt more epilepsy seizures. …
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