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How You Can Help Prevent Suicide During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic may increase the risk of suicide, so it’s crucial to know the warning signs, a mental health expert says. Suicide is often preventable, because people considering suicide want help, according to...
- Posted September 26, 2020
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‘Silent’ COVID-19 Produces as Much Virus as in Patients With Symptoms: Study
People who have COVID-19 but no symptoms have the same amount of virus in their nose and throat as those with symptoms and may play a major role in spreading the disease, a new study reveals. The...
- Posted September 25, 2020
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Immune System Clues to Why COVID Is Easier on Kids
Kids and adults have different immune system responses to infection with the new coronavirus, which may help explain why severe COVID-19 is more common in adults, researchers report. For their new study, they examined blood and cell...
- Posted September 25, 2020
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Is Shock Therapy Making a Comeback Against Bipolar Disorder?
Over the years electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) — commonly known as “shock therapy” — has gotten a bad rap. But new research out of Italy suggests that reputation may be unwarranted. Investigators found that among bipolar patients who...
- Posted September 25, 2020
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Conspiracy Theories Are Helping Fuel Rejection of Masks, Vaccines
People who buy into conspiracy theories about COVID-19 may be especially likely to refuse a vaccine when one becomes available, a new study suggests. Researchers said the results are not surprising. But they highlight how mistrust in...
- Posted September 25, 2020
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U.S. Coronavirus Cases Top 7 Million
FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2020 (Healthday News) — The U.S. coronavirus death toll passed 7 million on Friday, with California the hardest hit state so far in a pandemic that has crippled the country for more than six...
- Posted September 25, 2020
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Health Highlights: Sept. 25, 2020
Scientists Sequence Genome of Mold That Produced First Penicillin Wood Ear Mushrooms Linked to Salmonella Outbreak Two Health Care Executive Orders Announced by Trump United First U.S. Airline to Offer COVID-19 Testing for Passengers Chinese Company Says its Coronavirus Vaccine Should...
- Posted September 25, 2020
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After COVID-19 Exposure, When Can Young Athletes Resume Play?
Young athletes who’ve had moderate COVID-19 symptoms should be symptom-free for 14 days and get their doctor’s OK before returning to practices or games, according to a leading group of U.S. pediatricians. An electrocardiogram (EKG) is also...
- Posted September 24, 2020
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Kids Who Need Steroids Face Risk of Diabetes, Other Ills
Children who need to take oral steroids for chronic or life-threatening conditions can experience serious side effects, according to new research. Children with autoimmune disorders such as juvenile arthritis, psoriasis or inflammatory bowel disease are often prescribed...
- Posted September 24, 2020
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COVID Bites: Cracked Teeth Another Coronavirus Scourge
Dentists are drilling down on another worrying trend related to the coronavirus: more cracked teeth. Like sleepless nights and stomach jitters, teeth grinding is a telltale sign of stress. And the habit — which can damage and...
- Posted September 24, 2020