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Hidden Dangers Dog Dog Parks
SATURDAY, May 25 (HealthDay News) — Many viruses and parasites that affect both dogs and humans, such as rabies and leptospirosis — a bacteria-borne illness than can result in liver or kidney failure — may be lurking at dog parks, according to a veterinarian. These germs could be found in the soil, water and even [...]
Seniors More Likely to Crash When Driving With Pet: Study
SATURDAY, May 25 (HealthDay News) — Animals make great companions for senior citizens, but elderly people who always drive with a pet in the car are far more likely to crash than those who never drive with a pet, researchers have found.The new study included 2,000 licensed drivers aged 70 and older. The nearly 700 [...]
Common Supplement May Help Patients Fight Heart Failure
By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — Regular doses of the dietary supplement Coenzyme Q10 cut in half the death rate of patients suffering from advanced heart failure, in a randomized double-blind trial.Researchers also reported a significant decrease in the number of hospitalizations for heart failure patients being treated with Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). [...]
Monday Best Time for Hospitalization With Heart Failure, Study Says
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — Patients hospitalized for heart failure appear to have better odds of survival if they’re admitted on Mondays or in the morning, a new study finds.Death rates and length of stay are highest among heart failure patients admitted in January, on Fridays and overnight, according to the researchers, who are [...]
Sleep Duration Linked to Suicidal Thoughts in People With Insomnia
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — New research suggests a link between sleep duration and suicidal thoughts among people with insomnia.Every additional hour someone with insomnia sleeps is associated with a 72 percent drop in the likelihood of moderate or high risk of suicide, according to researchers from the University of Pennsylvania. “We were surprised [...]
Common Glaucoma Drug May Cause Droopy Eyelids, Study Finds
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — Drugs commonly used to treat glaucoma may cause droopy eyelids and other side effects that can interfere with vision, according to a new study.The drugs, known as prostaglandin analogues (PGAs), which are used to reduce eye pressure, have already been shown to cause blurred vision, dryness and changes in [...]
The Unique Symptom Seen in People With Borderline Personality Disorder
Symptoms of borderline personality disorder often mimic traits of other psychiatric disorders, complicating diagnosis and treatment. But researchers in Canada say they have identified a characteristic that may be unique to borderline personality disorder: a tendency to misinterpret emotions expressed by the face.
Foodie Friday: Our Favorite Gluten-Free Breads, Cookies, and More
Whether you have been diagnosed with celiac disease, have a gluten intolerance, or live with someone who doesn?t eat gluten, you know how hard it can be to avoid the protein found in wheat, barley, or rye. For those of you who haven?t experienced it first hand, imagine having to always pass up the breadbasket, donuts, pasta, and freshly baked cookies.
Low-Income, Minority Parents More Open to HPV Vaccine for Girls, Study Says
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — Low-income, minority parents have more realistic views about their teens’ sexual activity and are more open to vaccinating their daughters against the cervical cancer-causing human papillomavirus (HPV), a small new study contends.Conversely, white, middle-class parents are more likely to put off vaccination for their daughters, according to researchers from [...]
High Cadmium Levels May Raise Risk for Dying From Liver Disease: Study
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — People with high levels of cadmium in their urine are much more likely to die of liver disease than those with lower levels, a new study finds.A high level of cadmium in urine is evidence of long-term exposure to the heavy metal that is present in industrial pollution and [...]
Many Medical Students Have Anti-Fat Bias, Study Finds
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — Two out of five medical students have an unconscious bias against obese people, a new study found.The study authors, from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, noted the anti-fat stigma is a significant barrier to the treatment of obesity. They concluded that teaching medical students to recognize this bias is [...]
Storm Chasers: Born to Be Wild?
We’ve all seen them: the surfers who race to the beach when a hurricane hits, the guy who decides to ride out the storm in his overmatched boat, the tornado chasers who fearlessly steer their cars alongside a scary-looking funnel cloud.
Parents Underestimate Influence Over Teens’ Substance Abuse: Survey
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — About one in five parents think they have little control over whether their teens take up smoking, drinking or illicit drug use, a new U.S. government survey finds.That’s too bad, say experts at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), since new research shows that parents are [...]
Sharp Rise in ICU Admissions From U.S. Emergency Rooms
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — The number of U.S. patients admitted to hospitals’ intensive care units after spending time in an emergency room has increased by nearly 50 percent, according to new research.The study, conducted by researchers at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services in Washington, D.C., found that [...]
Sharp Rise in ICU Admissions From U.S. Emergency Rooms
FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) — The number of U.S. patients admitted to hospitals’ intensive care units after spending time in an emergency room has increased by nearly 50 percent, according to new research.The study, conducted by researchers at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services in Washington, D.C., found that [...]
Recipe of the Day: Zucchini, Scallion, and Parmesan Pizza
This simple vegetarian recipe can be made in less than 20 minutes–perfect for any day of the week, including Friday!
Glucosamine Supplements Tied to Risk of Eye Condition
Glucosamine supplements that millions of Americans take to help treat hip and knee osteoarthritis may have an unexpected side effect: They may increase risk for developing glaucoma, a small new study of older adults suggests.