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Marijuana use linked to increased asthma risk in youth, says study: ‘Worrisome’ health implications
Where there’s smoke, there’s … asthma? That’s the concern among some experts, as a recent study from the City University of New York (CUNY) identified a link between cannabis…
1 in 10 cases of dementia may be misdiagnosed liver cirrhosis, study finds
Misdiagnosis as dementia may be delaying treatment of hepatic encephalopathy for far too many. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News A new study of aging U.S.…
Alzheimer’s disease found to be transmitted through medical procedures decades ago, study finds
Alzheimer’s disease has been considered something that happens from within, generally speaking — but for the first time, researchers have identified cases that were triggered by…
Injected antipsychotics may be more effective against schizophrenia than pills
A recent study found that injected antipsychotic meds -- which provide continuous treatment from two weeks up to six months -- were 75% more effective in reducing…
Colon cancer hits young adults, plus advances in home fertility and AI drugs
NEVER TOO YOUNG – Brooks Bell was 38 when doctors told her she was too young for colon cancer – then she was diagnosed. Click to read her story. Continue reading… IN NURSES WE…
Wearable devices may predict preterm births, study says
1 of 3 | A noninvasive wearable device may be able to predict preterm births by monitoring changes in maternal heart rate variability, a new study suggests. Photo…
Kids who consume energy drinks are more prone to mental health disorders, study finds
Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research. Those who consumed energy drinks — which are intended to boost energy through the use of caffeine…
Study links radon to increased risk of stroke
1 of 2 | Many smoke detectors also are equipped to measure radon in a home's air. A new study ties higher levels of radon with the chance of suffering a stroke.…
Florida doctor reveals his own cancer journey to help others handle the emotions a diagnosis brings
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Biogen discontinues Alzheimer’s drug Aduhelm
Biogen will return the rights to Aduhelm to Neurimmune, the private firm that invented it, the company said. Photo by MART PRODUCTION/Pexels Biogen, maker of the…
Americans trust nurses the most out of 23 major professions, new poll finds: ‘At the forefront’
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Ask an expert: ‘Is poor balance a sign of a serious health issue?’
While some people tend to be a little clumsier than others, constantly bumping into things could be a sign of a serious health issue. For some, poor balance can lead to a…
New pain medicine may be safer alternative to opioids
In trials of patients undergoing abdominoplasties (tummy tucks) and foot bunion surgeries, the experimental pain medicine performed better than placebo at easing post-op pain,…
Syphilis cases surge in the US, reaching levels unseen since 1950
The U.S. syphilis epidemic persists, with a concerning 9% rise in infectious cases in 2022, marking the highest count since 1950.Officials are alarmed by the expansion of…
Many Americans postpone surgeries due to cost, job worries
Nearly half of people ages 50 and older who were very concerned about the cost of surgery wound up not having an operation they had considered, researchers reported Tuesday in…
Ohio nurse and mom beats cervical cancer as expert shares warning signs you should never ignore
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Study adds evidence that smoking is linked to higher risk of ALS
People who had smoked had a 12% higher odds of developing ALS compared to those who hadn't, with risks rising even higher if the person was a current smoker, a recent study…
Plastic surgery deaths have spiked among US patients who traveled to Dominican Republic: CDC report
For a growing number of people, "medical tourism" can be dangerous — even fatal. Twenty-nine U.S. citizens have died after they had cosmetic surgery in the Dominican Republic…
Frequent marijuana use may raise risk of asthma
Asthma is more common among U.S. adults who've used weed within the past 30 days, researchers reported. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Marijuana has a…
Women with alcohol-linked fatty liver disease face greater death risk than men
Women with alcohol-related liver disease had a 160% higher risk of dying than men with the condition, researchers found. Photo by Chokniti Khongchum/Pixabay Fatty…