Monday 29 April 2019

U.S. Measles Cases top 700, More Likely to Come

measles testing concept

In 2018, 372 measles cases were reported to the CDC, and 120 in 2017. Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000.



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

Job Stress, Poor Sleep, Hypertension a Deadly Trio

stressed woman at work

“Unfortunately, poor sleep and job stress often go hand in hand, and when combined with hypertension, the effect is even more toxic," the lead researcher said.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2ZKJeJ9

More Women Snore Than Is Reported

The underreporting may contribute to the underdiagnosis in women of obstructive sleep apnea, which can lead to high blood pressure, stroke and other health issues.



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

Measles Cases Surpass 700 as Outbreak Continues Unabated


By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr. from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/2Py9eTq

2nd Kids Rocking Sleeper Brand Recalled in Deaths

kids 2 rocking sleeper

The new recall involves 694,000 Kids II Rocking Sleepers, which the Consumer Product Safety Commission says have been linked to five infant deaths since the products began being sold in 2012.



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