Which Americans Are Most (and Least) Prepared for Disasters?
TUESDAY, July 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) — When hurricanes, floods and fires hit, everyone can struggle to respond and cope, but new research suggests that women, people with kids under 18, renters, the poor, and Black and Asian Americans are the most…
Learn MoreMortality Increased for Dialysis Patients With Hurricane Exposure
MONDAY, July 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — For patients undergoing maintenance dialysis, hurricane exposure is associated with increased mortality, according to a study published in the July issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.Ma…
Learn MorePanting Pooches: When Summer Heat Is Too Much for Your Dog
SUNDAY, July 17, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your dog, but when the temperatures spike or the fireworks come out, it’s time to make sure your furry best friend is having just as good a time as you are.Whe…
Learn MoreStay Safe in Summer’s Sizzle
SATURDAY, July 16, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Temperatures are skyrocketing across the United States, as the high sky sun bakes everyone who ventures out for some summer fun.Unfortunately, these record high temperatures increase your risk of experiencin…
Learn MorePeople on Dialysis Face Higher Death Risk After Hurricanes
FRIDAY, July 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — A hurricane threatens anyone in its path, but it can be especially deadly for people who need kidney dialysis to survive, new research shows.An analysis of patient data spanning two decades linked hurricane ex…
Learn MoreLas temperaturas altas y el esmog intenso son una combinación letal, según un estudio
MARTES, 5 de julio de 2022 (HealthDay News) — El calor, en conjunto con el esmog, pueden ser una combinación particularmente letal, sobre todo para los adultos mayores, encuentra un nuevo estudio.Lamentablemente, tanto las temperaturas como la contam…
Learn MoreHigh Heat, Heavy Smog a Deadly Combo: Study
TUESDAY, July 5, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Heat coupled with smog can be a particularly lethal mix, especially for older adults, a new study finds.Unfortunately, both hot temperatures and air pollution are going to increase as the planet warms, and so …
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