A review of existing research suggests that individuals with greater exposure to air pollution may be at an elevated risk for impaired glucose metabolism, a condition known to precede type 2 diabetes. Current Epidemiology Reports, November 2018 … [Read more...]
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Could a Childhood Infection Lead to Mental Health Issues?
After reviewing the health records of more than one million persons, researchers report that individuals who had been hospitalized with an infection as children were 84% more likely to have received a diagnosis for one or more mental health … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
"Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else.” ~ Margaret Mead … [Read more...]
Healthier Lifestyle Improves Breast Cancer Survival Chances
Among a group of 2,300 early stage breast cancer patients, those who most closely adhered to advice regarding eating a healthier diet and becoming more physically active were more likely to survive the disease. San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, … [Read more...]
Deep Neck Muscle Training for Neck Pain
The deep neck muscles, which help maintain cervical posture, are often weak or deconditioned in patients with neck pain. In this study, researchers observed that neck pain patients who engaged in deep cervical flexor training experienced improved … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Diet and Lower Cardiovascular Risk
The results of a twelve-year study suggest that women who most closely follow a Mediterranean-style diet (which focuses on a higher intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and olive oil, while limiting red meat and dairy … [Read more...]
Soaps, Shampoos May Be Pushing Girls into Early Puberty
Exposure to chemicals found in many personal care products appears to be linked to early puberty in girls. In this study, researchers observed that when a woman had double the amount of phthalates, parabens, or triclosan in her blood during … [Read more...]
Standing Up to Bullies
In a study that included 450 sixth-graders and 446 ninth-graders, researchers observed that children with positive familial relationships were more likely to deem bullying behaviors as unacceptable and intervene in such situations. Journal of Youth … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Celebrate what you want to see more of.” ~ Tom Peters … [Read more...]
Child Fever Guidelines
Fever is generally not a concern, but some cases do require medical attention. The Nemours Foundation recommends that you seek immediate care if your child shows the following behaviors or symptoms: won't stop crying; exhibits extreme irritability or … [Read more...]
Diabetes-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
According to a new paper published in the European Journal of Rheumatology, patients with diabetes mellitus have an elevated risk for a number of musculoskeletal conditions, including: limited joint mobility syndrome, frozen shoulder/adhesive … [Read more...]
Exercise May Reduce Risk of Falls Among Alzheimer’s Patients
Among a group of 210 seniors with Alzheimer’s disease, researchers observed that those who participated in a year-long exercise program had a lower risk of falling than Alzheimer’s patients who did not exercise. Journal of the American Geriatrics … [Read more...]
Vitamin D Supplement May Help with Bedwetting
Nocturnal enuresis is a common urinary bladder problem in younger children. In this study, researchers found that giving a daily vitamin D supplement to children with a history of wetting the bed appeared to significantly reduce the number of wet … [Read more...]
FDA Bans Lead in Hair Dyes
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that lead acetate will no longer be approved as a hair color additive. Tom Neltner, the chemicals policy director at the Environmental Defense Fund, explains, “In the last several decades, we've … [Read more...]