Frequency of adding salt to foods linked to higher risk for CKD

by Elana GotkineA higher self-reported frequency of adding salt to foods is associated with a higher risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the general population, according to a study published onl

Updated on: March 27,2024 20

Frequency of adding salt to foods linked to higher risk for CKD

by Elana GotkineA higher self-reported frequency of adding salt to foods is associated with a higher risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the general population, according to a study published onl

Updated on:March 27,2024 20

Fracture risk up with prediabetes before menopause transition

by Elana GotkineFor women in midlife, prediabetes before the menopause transition (MT) is associated with increased risk of incident fracture during and after the transition, according to a study publ

Updated on: March 16,2024 12

Fracture risk up with prediabetes before menopause transition

by Elana GotkineFor women in midlife, prediabetes before the menopause transition (MT) is associated with increased risk of incident fracture during and after the transition, according to a study publ

Updated on:March 16,2024 12

Sudarshan kriya yoga shows benefits for physician well-being

by Lori SolomonSudarshan Kriya yoga (SKY) may aid physician well-being and mental health, according to a study published online Jan. 31 inJAMA Network Open.Asli Korkmaz, from Dokuz Eylul Univers

Updated on: March 18,2024 10

Sudarshan kriya yoga shows benefits for physician well-being

by Lori SolomonSudarshan Kriya yoga (SKY) may aid physician well-being and mental health, according to a study published online Jan. 31 inJAMA Network Open.Asli Korkmaz, from Dokuz Eylul Univers

Updated on:March 18,2024 10

COVID-19 no longer means five days in isolation, CDC says

by Mike StobbeMcKenna Shuster works on a linocut art print which she does as a hobby in her home on the last night of a two-week self-isolation while recovering from symptoms of COVID-19 in Somerville

Updated on: March 16,2024 19

COVID-19 no longer means five days in isolation, CDC says

by Mike StobbeMcKenna Shuster works on a linocut art print which she does as a hobby in her home on the last night of a two-week self-isolation while recovering from symptoms of COVID-19 in Somerville

Updated on:March 16,2024 19

Five exercise tips for getting back on track after winter illness and inertia

by Maggie Haslam,University of MarylandCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAfter a dreary winter—and brutal flu and cold season—most of us are welcoming a new kind of affliction: spring fever. Com

Updated on: March 19,2024 19

Five exercise tips for getting back on track after winter illness and inertia

by Maggie Haslam,University of MarylandCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAfter a dreary winter—and brutal flu and cold season—most of us are welcoming a new kind of affliction: spring fever. Com

Updated on:March 19,2024 19

A surgeon general report once cleared the air about smoking. Is it time for one on vaping?

by Mike StobbeIn this April 9, 1965 file photo, Surgeon General Luther Terry testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington before the House Commerce Committee hearing on proposed labeling of cigarette packa

Updated on: March 26,2024 13

A surgeon general report once cleared the air about smoking. Is it time for one on vaping?

by Mike StobbeIn this April 9, 1965 file photo, Surgeon General Luther Terry testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington before the House Commerce Committee hearing on proposed labeling of cigarette packa

Updated on:March 26,2024 13

Study demonstrates how pulse oximeters significantly overestimate readings in people with darker skin tones

by University of PlymouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPulse oximeters—one of the most common medical devices used in global health care—can provide significantly overestimated oxygen saturat

Updated on: March 23,2024 10

Study demonstrates how pulse oximeters significantly overestimate readings in people with darker skin tones

by University of PlymouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPulse oximeters—one of the most common medical devices used in global health care—can provide significantly overestimated oxygen saturat

Updated on:March 23,2024 10

Walk like a penguin: Tips on keeping your balance in winter

by Mayo Clinic News Network, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen winter storms hit, good balance can prevent falls and injuries—ranging from broken arms, legs or hips to back

Updated on: March 23,2024 14

Walk like a penguin: Tips on keeping your balance in winter

by Mayo Clinic News Network, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen winter storms hit, good balance can prevent falls and injuries—ranging from broken arms, legs or hips to back

Updated on:March 23,2024 14

Researchers find that pre-existing mental health diagnoses may prolong time to recovery from concussion

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearchers from the Minds Matter Concussion Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have found that

Updated on: March 19,2024 16

Researchers find that pre-existing mental health diagnoses may prolong time to recovery from concussion

by Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainResearchers from the Minds Matter Concussion Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have found that

Updated on:March 19,2024 16

Research finds link between family dog ownership and children's physical activity

by Telethon Kids InstituteTelethon Kids Institute. Credit: Telethon Kids InstituteResearchers have found a clear link between the acquisition or loss of a family dog and the level of physical activity

Updated on: March 23,2024 13

Research finds link between family dog ownership and children's physical activity

by Telethon Kids InstituteTelethon Kids Institute. Credit: Telethon Kids InstituteResearchers have found a clear link between the acquisition or loss of a family dog and the level of physical activity

Updated on:March 23,2024 13

Five dental TikTok trends you probably shouldn't try at home

by Arosha Weerakoon,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainTikTok is full of videos that demonstrate DIY hacks, from up-cycling tricks to cooking tips. Meanwhile, a growing number of T

Updated on: March 18,2024 19

Five dental TikTok trends you probably shouldn't try at home

by Arosha Weerakoon,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainTikTok is full of videos that demonstrate DIY hacks, from up-cycling tricks to cooking tips. Meanwhile, a growing number of T

Updated on:March 18,2024 19

EPA will spend $5.8 billion to help clean up U.S. drinking water

by Robin FosterNearly $6 billion in funding will soon be spread through every U.S. state and territory as part of a massive, ongoing effort to clean up the nation's water supply, the Biden Adminis

Updated on: March 16,2024 14

EPA will spend $5.8 billion to help clean up U.S. drinking water

by Robin FosterNearly $6 billion in funding will soon be spread through every U.S. state and territory as part of a massive, ongoing effort to clean up the nation's water supply, the Biden Adminis

Updated on:March 16,2024 14