All posts by LadyLively

  • Drug Combo Does Double Duty Against Common Skin Lesions, Cancers

    Tens of millions of Americans develop sun-linked skin lesions called actinic keratoses, which are tied to later cancer risk. Many will get a combo of treatments to help clear the blemishes. Now, research shows that the same...

    • Posted March 21, 2019
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  • Stretches to Strengthen Your Core

    Ever had a bad spasm from bending down to pick up your child or tie your shoes? Keeping your core muscles — the workhorses that stabilize your spine — flexible with a stretching routine can help prevent...

    • Posted March 21, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: March 21, 2019

    Kentucky Governor Exposed His Children to Chickenpox Hot Tea May Boost Esophageal Cancer Risk Bill Aims to Ban E-Cig Sales in San Francisco FDA Takes New Look at Breast Implant Safety

    • Posted March 21, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Signs of Learning Disabilities

    Difficulty reading and writing is common for children and does not always indicate a learning disability. But children with learning disabilities usually show several signs that don’t get better over time, the U.S. National Institute of Child...

    • Posted March 21, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Reading Food Labels for Diabetics

    For people with diabetes, maintaining a healthy diet can be vital to a treatment plan. Reading food labels can help diabetics make the best choices, the Mayo Clinic says. When reading food labels, the clinic suggests: Choose...

    • Posted March 21, 2019
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  • Be Prepared to Take FAST Action If You Suspect a Stroke

    Would you be able to recognize if you or someone close to you were having a stroke? A stroke is a 911 medical emergency and every second counts for survival. To help you recognize the signs of...

    • Posted March 20, 2019
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  • How to Spice Up Your Spring Salad

    You already know that iceberg lettuce is low on taste and nutrients, but even the best greens can use a punch of flavor to keep your taste buds interested. Here are two ways to enjoy spring greens....

    • Posted March 20, 2019
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  • Heart Risks Vary Among Asian-Americans

    Not all Asian-Americans are equally susceptible to the deadly damage of heart disease and stroke, new research suggests. The risk of premature death is highest among Asian Indian, Filipino and Vietnamese subgroups, the researchers found. For the...

    • Posted March 20, 2019
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  • Reworked Nasal Flu Vaccine Looks Good for Kids, Pediatricians’ Group Says

    Good news for kids: Next flu season, you can avoid a painful needle jab and get the nasal vaccine spray instead, according to a leading U.S. pediatricians’ group. In recent flu seasons, the American Academy of Pediatrics...

    • Posted March 20, 2019
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  • FDA Approves First Drug for Postpartum Depression

    Postpartum depression is a common and often devastating condition for new mothers, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved the first drug to help combat it. The drug, Zulesso (brexanolone), is delivered via intravenous...

    • Posted March 20, 2019
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