69 vs. 70: Bias Against Older Organ Donors May Be Costing Lives
MONDAY, Nov. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The difference between age 69 and age 70 is, of course, just a single year.Yet, organizations that receive organs for transplant patients are less likely to choose one from the older donor, a new study finds.A…
Learn MoreFungi in Soil Can Cause Illness, With Range Expanding in U.S.
MONDAY, Nov. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Fungi found in the soil are causing lung infections nationwide, even in places that doctors aren’t aware are at risk.The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has not revised maps for environmental f…
Learn MoreNumber of Americans Carrying Loaded Handguns Keeps Rising
MONDAY, Nov. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Americans are more likely to carry a loaded handgun than ever before: New research finds about twice as many adults carried in 2019 as did in 2015.“Between increases in the number of people who own handguns a…
Learn MoreFood Allergies & Thanksgiving Dinner Can Mix, Just Follow These Tips
SUNDAY, Nov. 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) — When loved ones come together for your Thanksgiving feast, keep in mind your those who have food allergies. Practice safety in menu planning, food preparation and even serving, urged Courtney Cary, a senior di…
Learn MoreDon’t Know the Signs of Pancreatic Cancer? You’re Not Alone
SATURDAY, Nov. 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) — While pancreatic cancer is particularly deadly because there is no early detection test and only limited treatments, there are symptoms that can signal the disease, a leading pancreatic cancer nonprofit says…
Learn MoreDemand for Mental Health Care Outpacing Capacity
FRIDAY, Nov. 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Demand for mental health treatment may be outpacing capacity to provide care, according to survey results released by the American Psychological Association (APA).The 2022 APA COVID-19 Practitioner Impact Surv…
Learn MoreFDA Approves First Drug to Delay Onset of Type 1 Diabetes
FRIDAY, Nov. 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved the first drug that could delay the development of stage 3 type 1 diabetes in adults and children 8 years and older who currently have stage 2 type 1 …
Learn MoreNew Pfizer Booster Shot Shows Protection Against Emerging Omicron Variants
FRIDAY, Nov. 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The updated Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots are proving their mettle against emerging omicron variants, the company announced Friday. The findings from the study were posted on a preprint server online and have …
Learn MoreFDA: Patients Should Be Cautious When Using Online Pharmacies to Buy Meds
FRIDAY, Nov. 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to be careful when buying prescription medication online. While some pharmacy websites operate legally and can offer convenience, privacy, and lower c…
Learn MoreQuizá pronto haya una vacuna contra el letal fentanilo
JUEVES, 17 de noviembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — Unos investigadores informan que han creado una vacuna para luchar contra la adicción al fentanilo, un avance potencial en la epidemia de opioides.La vacuna bloquearía la capacidad del fentanilo de l…
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