All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Highlights: May 10, 2019

    Trump Joins Fight Against Surprise Medical Bills

    • Posted May 10, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Insect Repellent Precautions

    Insect repellents can help prevent bug bites. But it’s important to take precautions when using them, says the City of New York. Precautions include: Follow the manufacturer’s directions. Apply a light coat to exposed skin. Do not...

    • Posted May 10, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Benefits of Fitness Boxing

    Fitness boxing is a popular way for adults to stay fit. Unlike regular boxing, fitness boxing does not involve sparring, so there is no risk of head trauma, says Harvard Medical School. Instead, participants throw punches at...

    • Posted May 10, 2019
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  • How to Soothe Baby’s Teething Pain Safely

    Few things are as distressing as baby’s cries when his or her first teeth are coming in, but it’s important to know what not to use to soothe that pain. Over the years, the U.S. Food and...

    • Posted May 9, 2019
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  • Drinking and Your Health: A Reality Check

    The Mediterranean diet consistently tops the list of food plans that convey health benefits, and one reason many people like it is that it allows moderate amounts of red wine. But there’s no definitive proof that wine...

    • Posted May 9, 2019
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  • Anger a Threat to Health in Old Age

    The loss of loved ones can hit the elderly particularly hard, but a new study suggests it’s anger, and not sadness, that may damage the aging body more. Anger can increase inflammation, which is linked with conditions...

    • Posted May 9, 2019
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  • Weight-Loss Procedure Works Long-Term, Without Surgery

    (HealthDay News) — Could people struggling with obesity make headway in their efforts to shed pounds without having to go under the knife? New preliminary research suggests it’s possible: A non-surgical procedure may help moderately obese people...

    • Posted May 9, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: May 9, 2019

    Precision Medicine Finds Hidden Health Problems in Study Generic Version of HIV Prevention Drug Available in U.S. By Sept. 2020 FDA Approves New Drug for Rare Neuromuscular Disease Kentucky Teen Who Refused Chickenpox Vaccination Now Has Chickenpox Prices Will Soon be...

    • Posted May 9, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Safe Crafting for Kids

    Though arts and crafts are fun activities for children, safety precautions should still be followed, says the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Safety rules when children are using art materials include: Keep food and drinks out of...

    • Posted May 9, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Treating Calluses at Home

    Calluses are thick, hardened layers of skin. For healthy people, treatment is only necessary if a callus causes discomfort, says Mayo Clinic. Mayo suggests how to treat calluses at home: Use over-the-counter pads. Soak the area in...

    • Posted May 9, 2019
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