Black, Hispanic Americans More Likely to Have PFAS Chemicals in Drinking Water
TUESDAY, May 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Black and Hispanic communities in the United States are more often poor — and also more likely to have harmful levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in their drinking water, a new study reveals….
Learn MoreWho’s More Easily Distracted, the Young or the Old?
TUESDAY, May 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Older adults are more easily distracted than younger folks, especially if they’re also physically exerting themselves, according to new research. “Our results suggest that older adults might have heightened di…
Learn MoreMarijuana Can Affect Fetal Development, Even If Used Early in Pregnancy
TUESDAY, May 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — As recreational marijuana use rises, some dispensaries are recommending it as a remedy for morning sickness, but new research warns that using it during pregnancy may significantly affect fetal growth.While fe…
Learn MoreEverything to Know About Ketamine for Depression Treatment
TUESDAY, May 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Did you know that ketamine is one of the newest possible methods for treating depression?For a better understanding of ketamine treatment, here are explanations of what it is, how it helps depression, what typ…
Learn MorePostpartum Depression: What It Is, Symptoms & Treatments
TUESDAY, May 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Becoming a mother is an experience like no other — a time of joy, anticipation and love. But, for some women, new motherhood can come with challenging emotions.Many women struggle with feelings of sadness, an…
Learn MoreThe Different Types of Depression, Explained
TUESDAY, May 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — An estimated 5% of adults worldwide suffer from depression, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).This mental health disorder permeates all areas of life from personal relationships to academic and …
Learn MoreDecrease Seen in Mental Health Emergency Visits for Teens by Fall 2022
MONDAY, May 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — By fall 2022, there were decreases in weekly emergency department visits among all adolescents, and specifically girls, for mental health conditions (MHCs) overall compared with fall 2021, according to researc…
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