Could a Warming Climate Bring Yellow Fever to America?
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Yellow fever may be resurfacing in the United States, thanks to climate change.The mosquito-borne viral illness decimated southern U.S. cities from 1820 to 1905, and now a new report says it could return to…
Learn MoreCommonly Used Drug Might Be New Treatment Option for IBS
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — An inexpensive medication long used for depression and migraines now has a clinical trial to back up its off-label use for another condition that lowers quality of life: irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).In th…
Learn MoreObesity Raises Odds for Recurrence in Breast Cancer Survivors
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Many breast cancer survivors take a hormonal drug after cancer treatment to stave off a recurrence, but new research suggests these drugs may be less effective in women who are obese.Breast cancer cells in …
Learn MoreSeniors, 18 Holes of Golf Might Make You Smarter
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Want to do something to protect your thinking skills as you age? Swing that golf club or go for a walk.A new study found that walking about 3.7 miles or playing 18 holes of golf improved cognitive function….
Learn MoreBlood Pressure’s Ups & Downs Could Harm Heart, Brain
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Fluctuating blood pressure can be a harbinger for both dementia and heart disease, a new study finds.Ups and downs within 24 hours or even over several days or weeks were linked with impaired thinking, rese…
Learn MoreU.S. Injuries From E-Bikes, E-Scooters Jumped 21% in One Year
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — E-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards are everywhere — and injuries related to their use are soaring. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a new report on Tuesday showing that injuries a…
Learn MoreSerotonin May Play Big Role in Long COVID
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — New research has uncovered evidence that remnants of the COVID-19 virus may remain in some patients’ guts for months, contributing to the lingering symptoms known as long COVID.The remnants appear to trigge…
Learn MoreA Doctor’s Empathy Can Be Key to Breast Cancer Care
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A breast cancer diagnosis often causes anxiety and depression, but an empathetic doctor can help.Supportive communication is key to reducing patient uncertainty and promoting mental well-being, Rutgers Univ…
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