All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Tip: Dealing With Body Odor and Bad Breath

    In rare instances, body odor or bad breath is a sign that something’s wrong. In most cases, however, it’s perfectly normal. So how do you deal with it? Typical body odor can be controlled by regular bathing,...

    • Posted October 4, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Treat Your Child’s Allergies

    If your child has seasonal allergies, you may be overwhelmed by the process of deciding on a treatment plan. The American Academy of Pediatrics says you should start with your child’s pediatrician. The doctor may refer you...

    • Posted October 4, 2018
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  • Does Less-Invasive Surgery Make Sense for You?

    Among the most significant advances in surgery has been the development of laparoscopic — or minimally invasive — procedures. These are new ways to perform many standard operations, with a few, very small incisions, often barely a...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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  • Pregnancy Complications Tied to More Menopausal Hot Flashes

    Tough pregnancies might translate into tough times during menopause, new research suggests. Women who developed complications during pregnancy — including dangerously high blood pressure (“preeclampsia”) and gestational diabetes — were more likely to experience more hot flashes...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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  • What Did Americans Eat Today? A Third Would Say Fast Food

    Americans’ love affair with fast food continues, with 1 in every 3 adults chowing down on the fare on any given day. That’s the finding from a new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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  • Health Highlights: Oct. 3, 2018

    FDA Seizes Documents from E-Cigarette Maker Juul Texas Surf Facility Closes After Man Dies From Brain-Eating Amoeba Man Who Lost Limbs From Dog Saliva Infection Vows to Walk Again Red Tide May Be Cause of Florida Beachgoers' Breathing Problems Ricin Detected...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Manage Cravings After You Quit Smoking

    The health benefits of quitting smoking have been well documented. But many people put it off, fearing the inevitable cravings. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services suggests how to manage cravings: Keep your hands busy,...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Spend Time Outside to Reduce Stress and Anxiety

    Spending time outside will help reduce stress and anxiety, the American Heart Association says. It may also boost feelings of happiness and improve your mood, the AHA says. Here’s its take on how a walk in the...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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  • Severe Infections Rising Among Americans With Diabetes

    TUESDAY, Oct. 2, 2018The number of Americans with diabetes who wind up in hospitals with serious infections, or who develop them while in the hospital, is on the rise. Between 2010 and 2015, the number of diabetics...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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  • Type 2 Diabetes Tied to Raised Risk of Tumors, Cancer Deaths

    Type 2 diabetes is associated with an increased risk of developing cancer and dying from certain forms of the disease, a new study suggests. However, the researchers noted, the absolute increased risk is low. “Our findings do...

    • Posted October 3, 2018
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