Relax, a Little Stress Might Be Good for You
TUESDAY, Nov. 29, 2022 (HealthDay News) — If holiday demands get you frazzled, you can take heart from a new study: When it comes to stress, a little is good. “The bad outcomes of stress are pretty clear and not new,” said Assaf Oshri, lead author of…
Learn MoreDrinking Rates Crept Up in U.S. States Once Weed Was Made Legal
TUESDAY, Nov. 29, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Could unfettered access to marijuana fuel a rise in drinking rates?Yes, report researchers who found alcohol consumption increased at times and in places where marijuana was made legal for certain groups.The …
Learn MoreUna escasez de salud mental podría tener un rol en el suicidio de jóvenes de EE. UU.
MIÉRCOLES, 23 de noviembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — Los jóvenes no están bien.Hasta 1 de cada 5 niños de Estados Unidos tiene una afección de la salud mental, pero solo alrededor de la mitad de los que necesitan atención de la salud mental la recib…
Learn MoreA Purpose in Life Might Lengthen Your Life
MONDAY, Nov. 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Having a clear purpose in life could reduce your risk for premature death.That’s the conclusion of researchers who spent eight years tracking about 13,000 Americans over age 50.Those who considered their life …
Learn MoreA Beloved Pet’s Death Can Trigger Deep Grief. Finding Support Can Be Tough
MONDAY, Nov. 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Anyone who’s ever loved a pet like a member of the family knows that the grief when that dog, cat or other furry friend dies can be devastating. But too often, finding others who truly understand and support …
Learn MoreCaregiving Can Heighten Loneliness, or Ease It
MONDAY, Nov. 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Taking care of a loved one can either be a break from loneliness or help to bring loneliness on, depending on your circumstances, new research shows.Researchers broadly studied the issue, using data from 28 st…
Learn MoreTransgender Youth Much More Likely to Have Troubled Sleep
THURSDAY, Nov. 24, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Transgender youth are more likely than others to experience sleep disorders such as insomnia and sleep apnea, and researchers now recommend these young people be screened for sleep problems.“Transgender and …
Learn MoreTips for ‘Stomaching’ the Holidays If You Have IBS
THURSDAY, Nov. 24, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Stress affects gut health and intensifies pain, which — for people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — can make traveling to see family during the holiday season excruciating.“People living with IBS often …
Learn MoreLa ciencia revela vínculos entre el síndrome de Down y el Alzheimer
MARTES, 22 de noviembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — La anomalía genética subyacente del síndrome de Down provoca el mismo tipo de placas y ovillos de proteína anómalos en el cerebro que se encuentran en los pacientes con enfermedad de Alzheimer, infor…
Learn MoreMental Health Care Shortage Could Play Role in U.S. Youth Suicides
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 23, 2022 (HealthDay News) — The kids aren’t alright.Up to 1 in 5 children in the United States has a mental health condition, but only about half of those who need mental health care are now receiving it. What’s more, suicide is the s…
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