Health Highlights: Sept. 12, 2022
Research reveals cause of ‘freezing gait’ in Parkinson’s patients. It’s a common, disabling symptom of the disease, but researchers say they’ve pinpointed an area of the brain that could be responsible — and that might lead to prevention or treatment…
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Artificial sweeteners may harm the heart. Sugar substitutes are a popular way to try to keep slim, but French research suggests they may also increase your risk for a heart attack or stroke. Read moreCT lung cancer screening catches more tumors early….
Learn MoreQueen Elizabeth II, Britain’s Longest-Reigning Monarch, Dies at 96
THURSDAY, Sept. 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned over Great Britain for 70 years — the longest reign in the nation’s history — died at 96 at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Thursday.”The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral th…
Learn MoreDoctors ‘Concerned’ About Health of Queen Elizabeth II
THURSDAY, Sept. 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Buckingham Palace on Thursday announced that Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II has been placed under medical supervision following “concern” from her doctors over her health. The queen, 96, is still residing at B…
Learn MoreIn Rare Move, FDA Panel Gives Support to Controversial ALS Drug in 2nd Review
THURSDAY, Sept. 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) – In a rare second review, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration panel on Wednesday recommended approval for an experimental drug for ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). The FDA is not obligated to follow its ad…
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Too little exercise, too much sitting could raise breast cancer risk. People more likely to engage in physical activity based on their DNA had a 41% lower risk of invasive breast cancer, a new study found. Read moreIn rare 2nd review, FDA panelists ba…
Learn MoreNearly 1 in 4 Young U.S. Adults Sought Mental Health Care During Pandemic
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 7, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic may have led to a significant jump in the number of young American adults seeking help for mental health woes, new data shows.Between 2019 and 2021, the percentage of A…
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With ‘chemical imbalance’ theory in doubt, what’s next for depression care? Most Americans believe depression stems from imbalanced brain chemicals, particularly low levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin. Major studies are proving that’s just not s…
Learn MoreMore Cases in E. Coli Outbreak Tied to Wendy’s Restaurant Lettuce
FRIDAY, Sept. 2, 2022 (HealthDay News) — A total of 97 people across six states have now been made ill by E. coli, in an outbreak possibly tied to contaminated lettuce used in sandwiches sold at Wendy’s restaurants.”Since the last update on August 25…
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Deadly ‘rainbow fentanyl’ looks like candy, could entice kids. The illegal drug now comes in many colors, “a deliberate effort by drug traffickers to drive addiction amongst kids and young adults,” said DEA administrator Anne Milgram. Read moreHalf of…
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