Race, Income Big Factors in Deaths After U.S. Hurricanes
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Death rates skyrocket during extreme weather events among the most vulnerable Americans, especially those from minority groups. A study looking at hurricanes over more than three decades showed that their i…
Learn MoreLiving in Warm Average Temperatures Tied to Vision Impairment in Older Adults
FRIDAY, Aug. 4, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Consistently living in areas with higher average temperatures is associated with severe vision impairment in older adulthood, according to a study published online June 20 in Ophthalmic Epidemiology.Esme Fuller…
Learn MoreEl calor extremo puede afectar a las personas con problemas de salud mental
JUEVES, 27 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Aunque el histórico calor que experimenta Estados Unidos este verano puede estresar a las personas hasta el límite, puede ser particularmente difícil de gestionar para las que tienen problemas de salud m…
Learn MoreExtreme Heat Can Take Toll on People Battling Mental Health Issues
THURSDAY, July 27, 2023 (HealthDay News) — While the record-breaking heat the United States is experiencing this summer can stress people to their limits, it can be particularly hard to navigate for those with mental health issues.”All mental illness…
Learn MoreCuando haga ejercicio en el calor del verano, sea listo
SÁBADO, 22 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Hace mucho calor. Si hace ejercicio al aire libre este verano, tome medidas de precaución. “Si planifica hacer ejercicio en el calor, conozca su nivel de aptitud física, haga descansos frecuentes, use la…
Learn MoreMajor Drug Shortages Not Likely After Tornado Damages Pfizer Plant, FDA says
MONDAY, July 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Tornado damage to a Pfizer drug-making plant in North Carolina is unlikely to trigger drug shortages across the country, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says. “We do not expect there to be any immediate …
Learn MoreBe Smart When Working Out in Steamy Summer Weather
SATURDAY, July 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — It’s hot out there. If you’re working out outdoors this summer, take precautions.“If you plan to exercise in the heat, know your fitness level, take frequent breaks, wear proper clothing, wear sunscreen, avo…
Learn MoreEl color del océano está cambiando, y es probable que el cambio climático sea el motivo
LUNES, 17 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — El color de los océanos ha cambiado en las dos últimas décadas, lo que tiene a los científicos preocupados sobre el impacto del cambio climático. “He realizado simulaciones que me han dicho durante años q…
Learn MoreOcean Color Is Changing, and Climate Change is Likely Behind It
MONDAY, July 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The color of the oceans has changed over the past two decades, which has scientists concerned about the impact of climate change. “I’ve been running simulations that have been telling me for years that these c…
Learn MoreLa intensa ola de calor es un peligro para las personas con demencia
MARTES, 11 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — A medida que un calor extremo continúa arropando a numerosas partes de Estados Unidos, los estadounidenses con demencia podrían tener dificultades particulares. “Las temperaturas y los índices de calor d…
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