Claire’s Recalls Makeup Kits For Asbestos Concerns

Jewelry and accessory retailer Claire’s has recalled a series of makeup kits after news reports said they tested positive for asbestos.

From: https://www.webmd.com/beauty/news/20171229/claires-recalls-makeup-kits-for-asbestos-concerns?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Asthma Worse for Overweight Preschoolers: Study

Compared to those with a healthy weight, heavy kids with untreated asthma had 37 more days with symptoms a year, according to a new report.

From: https://www.webmd.com/asthma/news/20171228/asthma-worse-for-overweight-preschoolers-study?src=RSS_PUBLIC

8 Small Changes for a Slimmer You in 2018

Small steps can make a big difference in your body and health.

From: https://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20171228/8-small-changes-for-a-slimmer-you-in-2018?src=RSS_PUBLIC

CDC to Docs: As Flu Spikes, Ready The Antivirals

The CDC is recommending, besides the flu vaccine for prevention, more use of antiviral medicines for treatment.

From: https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/news/20171229/cdc-to-docs-as-flu-spikes-ready-the-antivirals?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Epidemic of Opioid Abuse Is Top Health News of 2017

The scourge is now so widespread that, just last week, research suggested that deaths from opioid overdoses may be the biggest factor driving a decline in overall U.S. life expectancy.

From: https://www.webmd.com/drug-medication/news/20171228/top-health-story-of-2017-opioid-abuse-epidemic?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Legends Aside, Moon’s Health Impact More of A Myth

While it’s true the moon impacts tides, most stories about the moon are mostly that: stories not rooted in fact.

From: https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20171228/legends-aside-moons-health-impact-more-of-a-myth?src=RSS_PUBLIC