Saturday, September 2, 2017

San Diego declares emergency amid hepatitis outbreak

The illness has hit the homeless population particularly hard

From: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/san-diego-declares-emergncy-amid-hepatitis-outbreak/

Possible new way to prevent heart attacks

A new study shows that reducing heart inflammation may also lower the risk of a heart attack. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.

From: https://www.cbsnews.com/videos/possible-new-way-to-prevent-heart-attacks/

More Evidence Links the 'Mono' Virus to MS Risk

Latest study shows blacks and Hispanics also vulnerable



From: http://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/news/20170831/more-evidence-links-the-mono-virus-to-ms-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Is ADHD Real? What the Medical Community Says

An ADHD diagnosis is not so clearcut. WebMD looks at the controversy surrounding this condition.



From: http://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/features/adhd-critics?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Yes, Girls Can Have ADHD

Many girls struggling with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) go unnoticed by parents, teachers, and other adults. WebMD explains.



From: http://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/features/do-girls-get-adhd?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Painkillers Could Raise Arthritis Patients' BP

Widely used NSAID drugs may not be as safe as previously thought, researchers warn



From: http://www.webmd.com/arthritis/news/20170830/painkillers-could-raise-arthritis-patients-bp?src=RSS_PUBLIC

FDA Approves First-of-Its-Kind Cancer Treatment

t cells attacking cancer cell

The FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind treatment, called CAR T-cell therapy, to treat a type of leukemia in children and young adults.



From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20170830/fda-approves-breakthrough-cancer-treatment?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Beware The Plastic Surgeon You Found on Instagram

You may end up with a barber or a dentist instead



From: http://www.webmd.com/beauty/news/20170830/beware-the-plastic-surgeon-you-found-on-instagram?src=RSS_PUBLIC

America's New Dads Are Older Than Ever

Average age of new fathers has risen to 31, study finds



From: http://www.webmd.com/men/news/20170830/americas-new-dads-are-older-than-ever?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Viagra May Harm Patients With Heart Valve Issue

Earlier data suggested the drug might ease high blood pressure in lungs, but new study refutes that



From: http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20170829/viagra-may-harm-patients-with-a-heart-valve-issue?src=RSS_PUBLIC

It's Carbs, Not Fats, That Are Bad for You

But don't give up on fruits, vegetables and legumes -- they're still good for you



From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20170829/its-carbs-not-fats-that-are-bad-for-you?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Many U.S. Women Unaware of Fibroid Treatments

Hysterectomy isn't the only choice, radiology experts say



From: http://www.webmd.com/women/news/20170829/many-us-women-unaware-of-fibroid-treatments?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Outbreak of Salmonella Again Traced to Pet Turtles

FDA: Serious Problems at Florida Stem Cell Clinic



From: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/food-poisoning/news/20170830/outbreak-of-salmonella-again-traced-to-pet-turtles?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Moles Not Most Likely Spot for Melanomas

More than two-thirds of deadly skin cancers occur as new lesions, analysis finds



From: http://www.webmd.com/melanoma-skin-cancer/news/20170829/moles-not-most-likely-spot-for-melanomas?src=RSS_PUBLIC

More Than Half of Americans To Need Nursing Homes

More short-term stays the biggest factor fueling the increase



From: http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20170828/more-than-half-of-americans-to-need-nursing-homes?src=RSS_PUBLIC