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Wednesday 31 March 2021
A ‘Game Changer’ for Patients With Esophageal Cancer
By BY GINA KOLATA from NYT Health https://ift.tt/31AFzjp
Joint Pain, Aging, and Arthritis - Understand Your Pain
Creaking knees, hips, and ankles aren't necessarily normal aches and pains that come with age. Your pain might be arthritis. Luckily, medicine has a lot to offer --- from exercise and alternative supplements to medications and joint replacement.
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The C.D.C. and N.I.H. launch a rapid, at-home testing initiative in Tennessee and North Carolina.
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Multiple Reasons Behind Recent Coronavirus Surges
How do states explain and expect to respond to a recent increase in the number of reported COVID-19 cases?
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Will Big Drop in Common Viruses Lead to Masks Forever?
Hospitalizations are down 62% for childhood respiratory illnesses, a study shows. Masking and social distancing are keeping a variety of viruses in check this flu season.
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Too Few Minorities in U.S. Health Care Workforce: Report
Black, Hispanic, and Native American people are significantly underrepresented in U.S. health professions, with little indication that diversity will improve, a new study says.
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Collagen: Can It Really Help With Skin and Joints?
Are collagen supplements worth the money, or are they nothing more than hype?
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Virus Variants Can Infect Mice, Scientists Report
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Eating disorders are up sharply among people stuck at home during the pandemic.
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Higher Stroke Risk Among Younger Black Adults
Black young adults are almost four times more likely than their white counterparts to have a stroke, according to new research.
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Diet High in Processed Meats Could Shorten Your Life
New research found an association between eating even small amounts of processed meats, 150 grams (a little over 5 ounces) per week, and a higher risk of major heart disease and death.
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The Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine Is Said to Be Powerfully Protective in Adolescents
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Tuesday 30 March 2021
Confidence in Covid-19 vaccination keeps rising significantly in the U.S., but pockets of resistance remain, a survey shows.
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Getting One Vaccine Is Good. How About Mix-and-Match?
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Young Adults Having Less Casual Sex
A new study suggests young adults are largely saying no to casual sex, and less drinking and more video games are two reasons why.
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Getting One Vaccine Is Good. How About Mix-and-Match?
By BY CARL ZIMMER from NYT Health https://ift.tt/31x609J
Brain Scraper: Why Do Some COVID Tests Hurt So Much?
The nasopharyngeal swab -- aka the Brain Tickler -- is considered the gold standard for COVID tests. The problem is no two noses are exactly a like and different people will have different reactions.
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How Genes Affect Lung Cancer
Lung cancer and genes are related, but probably not in the way you might think.
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Why Virus Tests at One Elite School Ran Afoul of Regulators
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What Happens When You Stop Your ADHD Meds?
Before you try going off your ADHD meds, talk to your doctor and learn what you should expect.
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Salmonella Scare Drives Pet Food Recall
The recall is for certain lots of the following brands: CanineX, Earthborn Holistic, Venture, Unrefined, Sportmix Wholesomes, Pro Pac, Pro Pac Ultimates, Sportstrail, Sportmix and Meridian.
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'Couch Potato' Lifestyles Cause Up to 8% of Global Deaths
Physical inactivity is a known risk factor for premature death and several non-communicable diseases, including heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and several cancers.
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Innovator: Taft Foley III
WebMD presents Taft Foley III with the 2021 Health Heroes Innovator award.
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Lifetime Achievement: Anthony Fauci, MD
Anthony Fauci, MD, receives WebMD's Health Heroes 2021 Lifetime Achievement award.
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Frontline Champions: Essential Workers
WebMD presents the CDC Foundation the Frontline Champions Health Heroes award on behalf of essential workers nationwide.
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Trailblazer: Amy Denet Deal
Amy Denet Deal receives WebMD's Health Heroes 2021 Trailblazer award.
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Monday 29 March 2021
Pot Use as a Teen, Less Success as an Adult?
A new study of twins looks at teenage pot use and a kid's future chances of landing a good job with a large salary.
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Coronavirus Likely Originated in Animals: WHO Report
The draft study all but dismissed a speculative theory that the virus escaped from a lab in Wuhan, the AP reported.
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CDC Director Warns of ‘Impending Doom’ as Cases Rise
The U.S. surpassed 30 million COVID-19 cases on Thursday. The 7-day average is hovering between 60,000 and 70,000 cases -- a 10% increase -- and deaths are up about 3%, to 1,000 per day.
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Birx: Most COVID Deaths Could Have Been Avoided
Birx said that although many of the first 100,000 deaths in the initial COVID-19 wave were likely inevitable, the deaths from the later waves could have been reduced if the U.S. had implemented lockdown measures sooner and taken safety protocols more seriously throughout 2020.
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How Posture Changes as You Get Older
Have you noticed that your spine isn’t as straight as it used to be? Our postures can start to change as we get older. Find out why and what you can do to prevent a hunched back as you age.
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FAQ: What to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids
As more adults across the country get vaccinated against COVID-19, researchers are turning their attention to studying the vaccine in children and teens. Trials are now underway in the U.S. in children as young as 6 months.
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Gum Disease Linked to High Blood Pressure
A new study finds that severe gum disease may make an otherwise healthy person significantly more likely to develop high blood pressure.
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Many Kids With Mental Health Issues Go Untreated
New research warn over half of high-risk children in the U.S. don't get health services critical to their mental, emotional and physical well-being.
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Sunday 28 March 2021
Getting to Yes: A Nursing Home’s Mission to Vaccinate Its Hesitant Staff
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Getting to Yes: A Nursing Home’s Mission to Vaccinate Its Hesitant Staff
By BY ABBY GOODNOUGH AND KENNY HOLSTON from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3tYFMsX
A Volunteer Army’s Mission: Vaccinate Black People in the Rural South
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A Volunteer Army’s Mission: Vaccinate Black People in the Rural South
By BY ANDREW JACOBS from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3sxtqrj
Friday 26 March 2021
More than two in five American adults reported recent symptoms of an anxiety or depressive disorder.
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What to Know About Suicide Rates in Older Adults
Older adults, especially men, have a much higher death rate than other groups. One in 4 seniors who attempt to kill themselves will die, compared to 1 in 200 youths.
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Things People With AFib Wish You Knew
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is when your heart beats too fast, too slow, or erratically. Here’s what some people with AFib want you to know.
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Actor Rita Wilson Reflects on Surviving Cancer, COVID
Actor Rita Wilson expresses gratitude and takes nothing for granted as she reflects on surviving breast cancer and COVID-19.
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A Stressed Brain Linked to 'Broken Heart' Syndrome
The brain may play a role in so-called broken heart syndrome, a new study suggests. Formally known as Takotsubo syndrome (TTS), it's a temporary -- but potentially deadly -- heart condition brought on by stressful situations and emotions.
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Zombie Genes Spur Brain Cells to Grow After Death
When people die some cells in their brains go on for hours, even getting more active and growing to gargantuan proportions, new research shows.
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Your Mask Might Also Shield You From Allergies
Here's a silver lining to having to strap a mask across your face when you go out in public: That mask may also help guard against severe spring allergies, an expert says.
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Thursday 25 March 2021
José Baselga, Who Advanced Breast Cancer Treatments, Dies at 61
By BY KATIE THOMAS from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2NTHtbL
JAMA Editor Placed on Leave Following Racial Controversy
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Peloton Spurs High-Tech, High-Dollar Home Fitness Trend
These expensive machines use high-tech home equipment, interactive video screens and trackers, trainers, and the enthusiasm found in group classes. They’re generally expensive and involve a subscription service. But lower-priced versions are sprouting up
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Take 10 With Jeffrey Wright
Actor and activist Jeffrey Wright talks about helping frontline workers when coronavirus hit, his art and activism, and more.
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