Tuesday 30 April 2019

Should Adults Get a Measles Booster Shot?


By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr. from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/2J5q3nv

Ambien, Lunesta, Other Sleep Aids Get New Warning

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The FDA is also requiring the addition of a "contraindication" -- advice to not use these medicines for patients who have “complex sleep behaviors,” such as sleepwalking, sleep driving and other activities, after taking them.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2Vz0WjP

Youth Suicide Rates Spike After '13 Reasons Why'

depressed woman

The Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” included a graphic depiction of a death by suicide, which can trigger suicidal behavior, the study author said.



from WebMD Health http://bit.ly/2XYErSR

Consumer Reports Names Top Sunscreens for 2019

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The rankings include sections for best sprays, sticks and lip balms as well as those products considered safe for coral reefs.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2Vud7hV

Study: Most Kids Incorrectly Use Asthma Inhalers

Only 4% of children whose parents were confident in their use of an inhaler actually used the device properly.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2GSqu1M