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Saturday 30 September 2023
For Black Mothers, Birthing Centers, Once a Refuge, Become a Battleground
By Emily Baumgaertner and Erin Schaff from NYT Health https://ift.tt/5h9B3Pc
Friday 29 September 2023
F.D.A. Moves to Regulate Lab Tests That It Says Put Patients ‘at Risk’
By Christina Jewett from NYT Health https://ift.tt/5ocNMj7
New Depression Drug Avoids Unfortunate Side Effects of Others
The drug, Exxua, will stand out on the market because studies show it does not cause side effects like sexual dysfunction or weight gain.
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What We Learned About Cold and Flu Season With COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it harder predict how this year’s cold and flu season will play out. Here’s what you need to know.
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Newest Treatments for RRMM
The latest advances in treatments for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) include medicines that better target myeloma cells. Learn more.
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Thursday 28 September 2023
How What You Eat Is Linked to Midlife Weight Gain
Eating an extra 100 grams a day of starch from vegetables like corn, green peas, or potatoes was linked to 3.3 pounds more weight gain over 4 years.
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Dancer Alicia Graf Mack’s Ankylosing Spondylitis
A diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis took more than a decade, but Alicia Graf Mack kept coming back to dance.
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Insurers Say COVID Vaccine Problems Have Been Corrected
Technical issues that resulted in denied insurance coverage for the updated COVID-19 vaccines have been “largely, if not completely, resolved,” the nation’s largest health insurers told federal officials on Wednesday.
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Eczema and Your Relationships
Your eczema doesn't have to get in the way of friendships or dating. Find out how eczema can affect relationships and what you can do about it.
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Eczema in Hard-to-Treat Places: What Helps?
When you’re trying to soothe eczema on the face, groin, and other sensitive areas, keep a few tips in mind for treatment and caring for your skin at home.
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Eczema: Keeping a Positive Body Image
Eczema can cause bumps, blisters, swelling, red rashes, cracked, or scaly skin. This may lead to self-image issues. Find out how eczema and mental health are related and what you can do to build your self-confidence during a flare.
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What I’ve Learned from my Patients about the Challenges of Inoperable Lung Cancer
A pulmonologist describes how, though lung cancer may remain inoperable, targeted therapies and early screening have changed the game.
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Wednesday 27 September 2023
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on AFib
In an interview with WebMD, basketball icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar talks about his atrial fibrillation diagnosis and healthcare in underserved communities.
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The Facts About Food Cravings
Learn ways to manage your food cravings and why they happen in the first place.
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Caring for Adult Children with Mental Illness: How to Help
New research is showing that caring for a loved one with a mental illness exacts a tremendous toll.
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As Covid Infections Rise, Nursing Homes Are Still Waiting for Vaccines
By Jordan Rau and Tony Leys from NYT Health https://ift.tt/JEHk2Sy
Tuesday 26 September 2023
Robots Are Taking Over Your Surgery (and You Should Be Excited)
Driving the technology forward are advances in materials science and AI, plus patient benefits like shorter recovery times and less pain.
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Experts Say Now Is the Time for Kids to Get COVID Vaccines
Doctors and the CDC recommend everyone over 6 months get the new COVID-19 vaccine as fears of complications ease.
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Why MS Is Difficult to Diagnose
There’s no specific test or list of symptoms that doctors use to look for MS. So how do they diagnose it?
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Monday 25 September 2023
Online Marijuana Shops Make It Easy for Minors to Buy, Study Finds
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Is Pneumonia The Surprising Root of Severe COVID?
New research points to pneumonia, not severe inflammation, as the true cause of severe COVID and death.
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Saturday 23 September 2023
In Hospitals, Viruses Are Everywhere. Masks Are Not.
By Apoorva Mandavilli from NYT Health https://ift.tt/1Jmp0KQ
Friday 22 September 2023
Genetically Modified Pig’s Heart Is Transplanted Into a Second Patient
By Roni Caryn Rabin from NYT Health https://ift.tt/5B0ThHS
'Beer Goggles' a Myth, but Alcohol’s Allure Real and Risky
A couple of drinks does not give you “beer goggles” that make other people look more desirable, a new study found. But being tipsy may make you more eager to approach an attractive stranger.
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Thursday 21 September 2023
F.T.C. Sues Anesthesia Group Backed by Private-Equity Firm
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F.T.C. Sues Anesthesia Group Backed by Private-Equity Firm
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Following State Errors, Nearly 500,000 Americans Will Regain Health Insurance
By Noah Weiland from NYT Health https://ift.tt/RE5C431
Woman’s Syphilis Scare Shines Light on Rise in U.S. Cases
It was just a routine checkup -- or so she thought. One woman’s syphilis scare mirrors thousands of others amid a syphilis outbreak in the U.S., with Houston at the epicenter.
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‘Only God Can Thank You’: Female Health Workers Fight to Be Paid
By Stephanie Nolen and Tiksa Negeri from NYT Health https://ift.tt/JGZUE6Y
Wednesday 20 September 2023
Fitness for People in Wheelchairs
Exercise is important for the physical health and well-being of people with limited mobility. Learn more about fitness tips for people who use wheelchairs.
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ADHD Med Errors Among Kids Have Surged in Last 2 Decades
Medication errors among children who take drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) reported to U.S. poison control centers increased by nearly 300% over a 22-year period, a new study published in the journal Pediatrics has found.
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Glaucoma: A Hidden Threat to Vision Health Rising Swiftly
It's predicted that by 2050, the number of people with glaucoma will surge by more than 200%, highlighting an urgent need for heightened awareness, early detection, and advanced treatment strategies.
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The Beach Is Lovely. The Water, Maybe Not So Much.
By Roni Caryn Rabin from NYT Health https://ift.tt/KHblyAz
How Much Do Patients Need to Know About a Potentially Risky Treatment?
By Ellen Gabler, Steve Eder and Allie Pitchon from NYT Health https://ift.tt/9foaqH0
Tuesday 19 September 2023
Is Obesity Different in Asian Americans? Expert Q&A
Asian Americans have a lower obesity rate than other ethnic groups, but there are key differences to be aware of. Here’s what you need to know.
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Q&A: Wait, How Do I Protect Myself, Others From COVID Again?
Amid an increasing number of COVID hospitalizations and deaths, WebMD reached out to several experts for their practical tips and guidance.
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Monday 18 September 2023
Obesity: A Holistic Approach
In this webinar, Octavia Pickett-Blakely, MD, MHS, explained what a holistic approach to weight management is.
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Saturday 16 September 2023
Windows Installed in Skulls Help Doctors Study Damaged Brains
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Friday 15 September 2023
Why the F.D.A. Took So Long to Tackle a Disputed Cold Remedy
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Thursday 14 September 2023
Cost May Lead Many to Skip COVID Testing: Why That's a Problem
Amid a surge in cases and hospitalizations, there’s a concern we don’t know the true extent of the disease if people avoid testing because of the cost.
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Atopic Dermatitis: The Importance of Treatment Adherence
Atopic dermatitis can be unpredictable, but it’s important to stick with treatment, even when your skin is clear. These five strategies can help with treatment adherence.
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Wednesday 13 September 2023
Why So Many Doctors Are Joining Unions
A growing number see organized labor as a path to improved working conditions – and better care for their patients.
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When and Why to Get Shots for COVID, RSV, and Flu This Fall
Who should be most concerned about these respiratory illnesses? What is the optimal time to get one or more of these shots? And how long should you wait to get the new booster if you had COVID this summer?
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Staying Active With Prostate Cancer
When you have prostate cancer, exercise can improve your strength, stamina and mood. Find out the benefits of exercise for men with prostate cancer.
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Popular OTC Decongestants Don’t Really Work, FDA Says
Many products, including Sudafed PE, contain phenylephrine, which an FDA committee said is ineffective.
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Tuesday 12 September 2023
Legal Actions Seek Guarantee of Abortion Access for Patients in Medical Emergencies
By Pam Belluck from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2I3aZQ6
A Decongestant in Cold Medicines Doesn’t Work at All, an F.D.A. Panel Says
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