• Almost Half of Older Americans Fear Dementia, Try Untested Ways to Fight It

    Many Americans believe they are likely to develop dementia — and they often turn to unproven ways to try to better their odds, a new study suggests. In a survey, researchers found that almost half of Americans...

    • Posted November 15, 2019
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  • America’s Sweet Tooth Starts From Infancy

    Bad eating habits begin at a young age in American children, a new study finds. Researchers analyzed data from more than 1,200 babies (aged 6 to 11 months) and toddlers (12 to 23 months) between 2011 and...

    • Posted November 15, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: Nov. 15, 2019

    Expand Use of Fish Oil Drug Vascepa: FDA Panel Warning Letter About OTC Drugs Sent to Dollar Store: FDA

    • Posted November 15, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Managing Financial Stress

    More than three-quarters of Americans say money is a significant cause of stress for them, says the American Psychological Association. To help manage financial stress, the association encourages people to: Remain calm and stay focused. Identify financial...

    • Posted November 15, 2019
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  • Health Tip: How to Safely Roast a Turkey

    Turkey will be on the dinner table of a great many Americans this month. After buying and thawing your turkey, it’s time to cook it. Before you do, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has advice for keeping...

    • Posted November 15, 2019
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  • Climate Change Will Hurt Kids Most, Report Warns

    Children will face more food shortages and infections if climate change continues unchecked, researchers from the World Health Organization and 34 other institutions warn. Climate change is already harming children’s health. And they’re at risk for lifelong...

    • Posted November 14, 2019
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  • Diabetes Technology Often Priced Out of Reach

    While the high price of insulin has gotten a lot of attention lately, it’s not the only cost issue facing people with diabetes. New technologies designed to improve blood sugar management often cost too much for people...

    • Posted November 14, 2019
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  • Experimental Injection May Protect Against Peanut Allergy

    People with peanut allergy must be constantly vigilant to avoid a life-threatening allergic reaction. But researchers report that a new drug injection might offer at least temporary protection against the most severe reactions. Just one shot of...

    • Posted November 14, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: Nov. 14, 2019

    WHO to Test, Approve Generic Insulin First Ebola Vaccine Approved by European Commission Minimum Age to Buy Tobacco, E-Cigarette Products Raised to 21 in NY State

    • Posted November 14, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Measuring Weight Accurately at Home

    Measuring weight is key to calculating your body mass index (BMI), says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To measure weight accurately at home, the CDC recommends: Use a digital scale. Avoid scales that are spring-loaded....

    • Posted November 14, 2019
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