U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a public health advisory on Wednesday addressing the mental health and well-being of parents. The advisory, which is reserved for “significant public health challenges that require the nation’s immediate awareness and action,” discussed various factors that cause stress for parents and noted an urgent need for support. “Parents have...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday reported 21 cases of Oropouche virus disease, also known as sloth fever, in travelers returning from Cuba. Twenty cases have been reported in Florida and one in New York. The disease is spread primarily through bites from midges and from some mosquitoes. Symptoms of the...
A Tennessee woman won a $3.45 million lawsuit after she was left with a “completely unnecessary” and “permanent” disfigurement from surgery. Kellianne Goodnight said doctors at the Chattanooga Skin and Cancer Clinic on Shallowford Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in 2017 removed several layers of her skin just above the bridge of her nose while performing...
People who have been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm may be more susceptible to certain mental health conditions, according to a study published by the American Heart Association (AHA). The knowledge of an unruptured aneurysm increased the risk of anxiety, stress, depression, insomnia, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and alcohol or drug misuse by 10% over...
For loved ones of dementia patients, communication is often one of the biggest challenges. Not only can it be difficult for the person with dementia to express themselves, but the person can also experience a heightened emotional reaction to what might seem like a simple statement, question or observation from others, experts say. “When communicating...
Working through the night can put a toll on your body and overall health. More than 9 million adults in the United States work shifts at night, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. There are many jobs in a variety of industries that require staff at night, including medical professionals, flight attendants, hotel receptionists, construction...
As much as 60% of baby foods on the market may not meet the nutritional standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO), a new study found. The findings were published in the journal Nutrients last week. Researchers at The George Institute for Global Health — an independent medical research institute headquartered in Australia —...
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests. Researchers from University of Michigan Medical School analyzed Medicare claims for nearly five million older adults in regional health care markets across the country — focusing on the areas that had higher rates of diagnoses of Alzheimer’s disease and...
Celebrities including performing artist Justin Bieber and former “Jeopardy!” game-show host, actress and author Mayim Bialik have helped bring the practice of hyperbaric oxygen therapy into mainstream awareness as they tout the therapy’s potential health benefits. Bieber turned to the therapy to assist in treating anxiety and stress, he announced in “Justin Bieber: Seasons” on...
A career expert is weighing in on what you can do to beat your need for a nap at 3 p.m. —especially during the workday. As summer comes to a close, keeping up stamina on the job can be difficult. Some opt for a caffeine refreshment, while others might go for a quick walk. But...
