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Wellness/Prevention
Vitamin D and Scarring
Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to a number of negative health outcomes, and new research shows it may even affect scarring. In the study, researchers examined 50 patients who had sustained a cut longer than one inch the previous year and found … [Read more...]
Avoid Lawnmower Injuries
Lawnmower injuries can range from cuts and burns to broken bones and amputations. The American Society for Surgery of the Hand recommends the following to help stay safe when operating a mower: read the mower's manual before use; make sure to keep … [Read more...]
Connecting with Your Child
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that children who have a positive, healthy relationship with their parents are better able to handle challenges such as family instability, parental stress, or depression. To improve parent-child … [Read more...]
What Causes Urinary Incontinence?
Loss of bladder control is called urinary incontinence (UI). It is a common condition that becomes more prominent with age. Common causes include weakened and stretched pelvic muscles in women following childbirth; certain medications; being … [Read more...]
Stay Safe While on Vacation
No one wants to take a trip to the hospital while they’re abroad. The Food and Drug Administration recommends the following to keep you safe when traveling: avoid spending too much time in the sun; check your medications before leaving on a trip to … [Read more...]
Getting Outside Is Good for Your Health
Spending time in nature can provide an individual with significant and wide-ranging health benefits. An analysis of data involving more than 290 million people revealed that routine exposure to green spaces can reduce the risk for type II diabetes, … [Read more...]
A Third of Women May Not Get Enough Sleep!
Do you get 7-9 hours of sleep each night? Among a sample of 9,749 Canadian women, researchers found that 38% did not get sufficient sleep. Previous research has noted an association between insufficient sleep and an increased risk for accidents, poor … [Read more...]
Check for Signs of Skin Cancer
The warmer months are a great time for people to check their skin for signs of cancer. Dermatologist Dr. Katherine Gordon recommends looking for the following: moles that change, have irregular shapes, or uneven edges; moles that are multi-colored, … [Read more...]
Are You at Risk for an Ectopic Pregnancy?
When a fertilized egg grows outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube, it is referred to as an ectopic pregnancy. This type of pregnancy causes the fallopian tube to eventually burst, leading to life-threatening bleeding. According to the … [Read more...]
Sleeping in on the Weekends May Help You Live Longer?
New research suggests that too little sleep during the work week can be counteracted by sleeping in on the weekends. A study involving nearly 44,000 people showed that the risk of early death among individuals who got less sleep during the week and … [Read more...]
Vitamin D May Reduce Risk of Miscarriage
An examination of the vitamin D levels of 1,200 women with a history of miscarriage showed that those who had vitamin D levels of 30 ng/mL or more were 10% more likely to become pregnant within the next six months and 15% more likely to have a live … [Read more...]
Living in the Vicinity of a Farm May Prevent Allergies
Past research has shown that children who grow up on farms develop fewer allergies, but what about people who live near farms? Researchers surveyed 2,500 adults who lived in rural areas and found that those who resided within about 1,000 feet of … [Read more...]
Vitamin D Important for Cancer Survivors
Among a sample of 434 head and neck cancer patients, researchers found that those with a vitamin D deficiency were almost twice more likely to experience a cancer recurrence than patients with healthy vitamin D levels. Laryngoscope, May 2018 … [Read more...]