All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Tip: Travel Tips For Women With Breast Prosthesis

    After a mastectomy, many women prefer to wear a prosthesis, in lieu of reconstructive surgery. The prosthesis often is made of silicone gel or foam, and will be placed inside a bra or directly on a woman’s...

    • Posted July 10, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Recognizing Hearing Loss in Infants

    If an infant has hearing loss, it can affect the child’s ability to develop speech, language and social skills, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. An infant’s first hearing screening is recommended typically within...

    • Posted July 10, 2018
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  • Doctor Burnout Widespread, Helps Drive Many Medical Errors

    More than half of American doctors are burned out, a new national survey suggests, and those doctors are more likely to make medical mistakes. The poll asked nearly 6,700 clinic and hospital physicians about medical errors, workplace...

    • Posted July 9, 2018
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  • When Parents Do Time, Kids Pay the Price

    Children whose parents spend time in prison are more likely to lead risky lifestyles as young adults, a new study suggests. The findings are important because more than 5 million American children have had a parent in...

    • Posted July 9, 2018
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  • Germs Grow on Medical Implants, But Can They Make You Sick?

    Bacteria and fungi grow on medical implants, such as hip and knee replacements, pacemakers and screws used to fix broken bones, researchers report. In a new study, Danish investigators examined 106 implants of different types and the...

    • Posted July 9, 2018
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  • Helping Your Child Adjust to College

    College is a unique stage in a young person’s development. But newfound independence coupled with the pressures of classwork and the need to fit in can make this a very emotional time. Tips from The Jed Foundation...

    • Posted July 9, 2018
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  • Health Highlights: July 9, 2018

    U.S. Tries Threats to Weaken U.N. Breast-Feeding Resolution Latest Trump Administration Obamacare Change Will Lead to Higher Premiums: Insurers U.S. Nursing Homes Overstated Staffing Levels

    • Posted July 9, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Prevent Recurrence of a Fungal Infection

    A fungal infection most commonly develops on the feet, nails, groin and hands. Effective treatment is needed to prevent recurrence. When a fungal infection recurs, it is typically because the immune system doesn’t recognize and attack the...

    • Posted July 9, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Asbestos Tips For Homeowners

    Asbestos is a mineral fiber that is found in rock and salt. The fibers are strong and heat-resistant, so they have been used in construction materials for insulation and to prevent the spread of fire. But the...

    • Posted July 9, 2018
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  • Young Pitchers Should Keep Pitch Counts in Check

    Young pitchers should heed pitch count guidelines if they want their elbows to stay healthy, new research suggests. The Japanese study included 149 pitchers, aged 7 to 11, with no prior elbow pain who were assessed at...

    • Posted July 8, 2018
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