Wednesday 16 September 2020

‘Self-Care’ Urged for Women Caregivers Amid Pandemic

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The CDC released new practical guidance last week on how women facing unique challenges during the epidemic can care for both themselves and others.



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Black Children at Higher Odds for ADHD

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In a review of 21 previously published U.S. studies, which included nearly 155,000 Black children in the United States, researchers found that 14.5% of these children had ADHD.



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Blood Clotting Tied to Worse COVID-19 Outcomes

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While it's not clear precisely how SARS-CoV-2 causes clots, a new study suggests that the amount of a particular protein -- called factor V -- in a patient's blood may have something to do with it.



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Can a Parkinson's Drug Treat Macular Degeneration?

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More than 15% of Americans over age 70 have AMD, and 10% to 15% of those cases go on to develop the more severe wet macular degeneration, which can cause swift and complete vision loss.



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Coronavirus and Apartments: What’s the Risk?

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The best advice for apartment and condo dwellers is what you already know: Wear a mask, wash your hands often, and keep your distance from others in highly trafficked common areas in your building.



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