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MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - There's been a lot of discussion recently about concussions and contact sports, but new research suggests that even less severe head injuries might lead to brain changes among high school football players. The study found that repeated blows to the head after just one season could cause measurable changes in the brains of young athletes who never had a concussion....
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Here's a sobering statistic to ponder before buying holiday gifts for your kids: A new study shows that a child with a toy-related injury is treated in a U.S. emergency department every 3 minutes. Much of that increase was due to one type of toy: foot-powered scooters. The researchers found that about 3.3 million children with toy-related injuries were treated...
December 1, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Diabetes is bad enough without the stress that may go along with the disease. The American Diabetes Association offers these stress-busting ideas: - Participate in a physical activity such as a sport, an exercise program or dancing. Develop a personal coping style. Learn to relax using breathing exercises, progressive relaxation therapy or simply substituting positive thoughts for...
December 1, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Christmas trees may be bright and merry, but they can pose a fire hazard if you're not careful. The National Fire Protection Association offers these suggestions to help prevent holiday tree fires: - Choose an artificial tree that's labeled fire-retardant. If opting for a live tree, select one with needles that are green and fresh and do not fall off easily. Get rid of the live tree...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - When it comes to remembering things, infants appear to focus on the good times, recent research suggests. The new study included 5-month-old babies who watched a person on a computer screen talking to them in either a happy, neutral or angry voice, followed immediately by a geometric shape. In follow-up tests - one conducted just five minutes later and the other,...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Higher levels of testosterone during competition do not improve athletes' chances of victory, a new study finds. "Many people in the scientific literature and in popular culture link testosterone increases to winning," Kathleen Casto, a graduate student in psychology at Emory University in Atlanta, said in a university news release. "In this study, however, we...
December 1, 2014
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: - Guinea and Liberia Achieve Ebola Containment Goals: WHO - Guinea and Liberia have met the World Health Organization's Dec. 1 target for isolating 70 percent of Ebola patients and safely burying 70 percent of those who die from the disease. However, Sierra Leone did not achieve those objectives,...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - New research in Africa suggests that the AIDS virus is getting smarter about evading the immune system while evolving into a less contagious and less lethal infection overall. In the country of Botswana, at least, "anyone who is newly infected now with HIV is less likely to suffer disease than if they had been infected 20 or 30 years ago," said study co-author...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - A shot of adrenaline can jumpstart a heart that's stopped beating and save a life - think of Uma Thurman in "Pulp Fiction," near death from overdose and rescued by a hypodermic needle to the chest. But adrenaline might also harm those it helps, says a new study from France. Four out of five people who receive adrenaline to restart their heart end up suffering...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - This holiday season, all kids on Santa's list are vulnerable to toys that can pose real health risks, a new report finds. There are toys with toxic chemicals, small toys that are choking hazards, toys that are so loud they can damage hearing, and toy magnets that can cause serious injury if swallowed, says the annual "Trouble in Toyland" report from the Public...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - The cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins have been touted by some as capable of reducing the risk for broken bones. But, it appears that's not the case, a new study finds. In the study, almost 18,000 older adults were selected to take either the statin Crestor (rosuvastatin) or an inactive placebo. Of the 431 fractures during the study, 221 were among...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Toddlers who wound up in the emergency room after falls at home were more likely to have parents who did not use safety gates or teach their kids not to climb onto kitchen counters or furniture, a new study finds. In the United States, 1 million children are treated in the ER each year for injuries related to falls in the home, the researchers noted. Most of...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - A midlife diagnosis of diabetes or prediabetes may raise the risk of memory and thinking problems over the next 20 years, new research suggests. Having diabetes in midlife was linked with a 19 percent greater decline in memory and thinking (cognitive) skills over 20 years, according to the new study. "What we saw was, people with prediabetes, diabetes and poorly...
December 1, 2014
MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Seniors from the poorest U.S. neighborhoods are at increased risk for repeat trips to the hospital for heart disease or pneumonia, a new study finds. The research, published in the Dec. 2 issue of the -Annals of Internal Medicine-, looked at records from nearly 256,000 Medicare patients who were discharged from a hospital after being treated for heart complications...
December 1, 2014
SUNDAY, Nov. 30, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Age-related wear and tear of the spine is a common cause of back pain, but there are things you can do to reduce your risk of back injury and discomfort, an expert says. "Many people with lower backaches say symptoms disrupt their daily routines; however, everyday habits may be the factors causing the pain," said Dr. Michael Gleiber, an orthopedic spine surgeon...
November 30, 2014
SATURDAY, Nov. 29, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Overindulging in holiday food can pose serious risks for people with type 2 diabetes, an expert warns. "If you are someone who is not in good control of your diabetes throughout the year, the holiday season can really make your situation worse," Dr. Laila Tabatabai, an endocrinologist with Houston Methodist Hospital, said in a hospital news release. "If you...
November 29, 2014
FRIDAY, Nov. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Your job performance will be better if you and your boss have the same opinion about your relationship, even if it's a bad one, a new study finds. Researchers interviewed 280 employees and their bosses separately so that neither knew what the other said. The workers ranged from cashiers to senior managers in a number of industries, including automotive, retail...
November 28, 2014
FRIDAY, Nov. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Holiday joy can be lost on someone grieving the death of a loved one. But supportive family and friends can help the bereaved cope with this difficult period, experts say. "One of the best ways to help those who are grieving during the holidays is to let them know you care and that their loved one is not forgotten," J. Donald Schumacher, president and CEO of...
November 28, 2014
FRIDAY, Nov. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) - People with diabetes face a number of challenges over the holidays, but careful planning can help keep you healthy, an expert says. "With the holidays coming, take some time to think about how you'll deal with the events, the family you'll be visiting and all of the to-dos," Joan Bardsley, president of the American Association of Diabetes Educators, said in...
November 28, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Children, like adults, should avoid too much fat and cholesterol in their diets. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers these suggestions: - Make sure there are always fresh fruit and vegetables readily available for your child. Offer your child whole-grain cereals and breads, low-fat dairy and healthier starches such as potatoes, rice and pasta. Skip high-fat toppings, such as...
November 28, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Working with harsh chemicals or doing heavy-duty work with your hands can worsen hand eczema, leaving hands dry and cracked. The National Eczema Association offers these preventive suggestions: - If your hands get wet, use cotton glove liners and neoprene or vinyl gloves. Wash gloves frequently. If your hands remain dry, wear fabric or leather work gloves. Avoid industrial hand cleansers...
November 28, 2014
FRIDAY, Nov. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Too few American seniors go online to check their health records, a new study suggests. Many doctors offer patients online access to certain parts of their electronic medical records, including immunization records, lab results, safe and correct use of medications and reminders for visits and screenings. However, this study suggests that older Americans are...
November 28, 2014
THURSDAY, Nov. 27, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Getting kids involved in the kitchen, through cooking classes or at home, may make them more likely to choose healthy foods, according to a recent review. Cooking programs and classes for children seem to positively influence children's food preferences and behaviors, according to the new research. And, although the review didn't look at long-term effects...
November 27, 2014
THURSDAY, Nov. 27, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Planning on seconds at Thanksgiving Day dinner this year? If you suffer from chronic heartburn - clinically known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - a few steps may help minimize the aftereffects. Dr. Jordan Josephson, an ear, nose and throat specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, offers up these tips to help manage GERD on Thanksgiving:...
November 27, 2014
THURSDAY, Nov. 27, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Celebration can quickly turn to tragedy if popular turkey fryers are misused on Thanksgiving Day, experts say. Over the last decade, more than 141 serious fires and hot-oil burns have occurred while people were using turkey fryers, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. "I have actually cared for a patient who tried to deep fry the turkey...
November 27, 2014
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