FDA Approves First COVID Treatment for Use in Kids
TUESDAY, April 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved the antiviral remdesivir as the first COVID-19 treatment for young children. The drug had so far only been available to this age group under a specia…
Learn MoreWho’s Least Likely to Get a ‘Breakthrough’ Case of COVID?
TUESDAY, April 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Are you vaccinated and wonder what your chances are of a breakthrough COVID-19 infection?A new study answers that question: Breakthrough COVID infections in fully vaccinated people are least likely to occur …
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Big jump seen in number of U.S. teens carrying guns. Researchers report a 41% rise over the past two decades — with notable increases seen among white teens from higher-income families. Read moreCalcium supplements may bring harm to older heart patie…
Learn MoreSix in 10 COVID Patients Have a Symptom Persisting Over 1 Year
TUESDAY, April 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) — If you’ve had COVID-19, there’s a good chance that at least one symptom will still be haunting you a year later, new research suggests.The researchers found that six in 10 people who’ve had COVID-19 still h…
Learn MoreDo Dentures Take a Toll on Good Nutrition?
TUESDAY, April 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Dentures may take a bite out of your nutrition, a new study warns.”They do not provide the same chewing efficiency, which may alter eating habits,” said senior author Dr. Thankam Thyvalikakath, director of t…
Learn MorePoor Sleep Linked to More Mood Disorders During Pandemic
TUESDAY, April 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Having trouble getting your shut-eye during the COVID-19 pandemic?You may be at increased risk for anxiety, depression and other mental health struggles.That’s the key takeaway from an analysis of data colle…
Learn MoreWomen Less Likely Than Men to Return to Work After Severe Stroke
TUESDAY, April 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Women are less likely than men to head back to their jobs after recovering from a severe stroke, but researchers say the reasons for that difference are unclear.”Returning to work after a severe stroke is a …
Learn MoreWHO Says Acute Hepatitis Cases in Children Now Reported in 11 Countries
MONDAY, April 25, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The World Health Organization said it is investigating an outbreak of acute hepatitis among children that now involves 11 countries, including the United States.Among the 169 reported cases, at least one chil…
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