Global Study Shows Loneliness Can Shorten Life Spans
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — There is an epidemic of loneliness and isolation today, and the consequences can be deadly, researchers say.Folks who reported that they were socially isolated or felt lonely were more likely to die early from…
Learn MoreTreating Menopause Symptoms: Medications, Lifestyle & Self-Care
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Navigating the changes and discomforts of menopause can be a frustrating experience for many women. Daily life can be significantly affected by symptoms ranging from hot flashes and mood swings to sleep distur…
Learn MoreWhat Is Gastritis and How Is It Treated?
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — You’re feeling bloated, nauseous and in pain. What is wrong?It may be gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach lining that can come on suddenly or gradually. It can also lead to other problems, according to t…
Learn MorePreventing Alzheimer’s: Here’s 6 Ways You May Reduce Your Risk
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Alzheimer’s robs its victims of their memories and there is no cure, but there are things you can do to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.With Alzheimer’s, two types of brain proteins, called tau tangles and beta-am…
Learn MoreAlmost 10 Million Americans Have Diabetes-Linked Eye Disease
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Nearly 10 million Americans are at risk for blindness from diabetic retinopathy, a new study finds.In 2021, an estimated 9.6 million people in the United States — 26% of those with diabetes — had the eye illne…
Learn MoreStudy of Former NFL Players Shows Race Differences in Chronic Pain
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A pro football career can mean chronic pain after retirement, but Black players are especially hard-hit, a new study finds.The study, of nearly 4,000 former National Football League (NFL) players, found that B…
Learn MoreUsing ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ to Warn Teens Away From Vaping
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Could popular TV medical dramas jump-start a discussion about vaping among teens and almost teens?A recent experiment using clips from “Grey’s Anatomy,” “New Amsterdam” and “Chicago Med” suggests the answer is…
Learn MoreThis Summer, Know Your Risk for Insect Sting Allergy
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — If you’re dreaming of the perfect summer vacation, one element certain to be excluded from that scenario would be an allergic reaction to a stinging insect. Whether you’re planning to travel within the United …
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