All posts by LadyLively

  • Pope Francis Leaves Hospital 9 Days After Surgery

    Pope Francis is now “better than before” after his release from a Rome hospital Friday following surgery on June 7 to repair a hernia and remove scarring. The 86-year-old pope joked that he was “still alive,” as...

    • Posted June 16, 2023
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  • What Is Chronic Acid Reflux, or GERD?

    Is heartburn keeping you awake? Do you experience a bitter taste in your mouth? Your doctor says you have GERD, but what is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when the contents of your stomach move up...

    • Posted June 16, 2023
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  • Pfizer Warns of Looming Shortage of Long-Acting Penicillin for Kids

    (HealthDay News) – Pfizer Inc. warned doctors this week of an impending shortage of Bicillin, its long-acting, injectable form of penicillin. The medication is not commonly used for children because alternatives such as amoxicillin are preferred over...

    • Posted June 16, 2023
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  • Why Exercise Is Often a Challenge for Folks With Type 1 Diabetes

    It can be challenging for people with type 1 diabetes to exercise safely while controlling their blood sugar. People with the condition often struggle with this balance, according to a new study based on a survey conducted...

    • Posted June 16, 2023
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  • Dog Bites More Common on Hot, Hazy Days

    Just like their humans, dogs get cranky when temperatures and air pollution levels surge. Heat and air pollution have previously been linked to human aggression. Now, researchers say it also appears that there are more dog bites...

    • Posted June 16, 2023
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  • Black Patients Face Greater Risks From Leg Artery Blockages

    A new study has unearthed significant racial disparities in both treatment and outcomes for peripheral artery disease (PAD). Black patients with this condition, where plaque builds up in the arteries of the legs, were more likely to...

    • Posted June 16, 2023
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  • FDA Advisers Say Next Round of COVID Booster Shots Should Target an XBB Variant

    An advisory panel to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously on Thursday to recommend that COVID booster shots be updated for the fall to protect solely against one of the three XBB variants that have...

    • Posted June 15, 2023
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  • Are You Living in One of America’s Most Depressed States?

    For the first time, researchers at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have broken down statistics on depression among Americans, pinpointing which states the debilitating illness is most likely to strike. Adjusted for age, 18.5%...

    • Posted June 15, 2023
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  • Fasting Later in Day Might Be Key to Controlling Blood Sugar: Study

    Intermittent fasting is all the rage due to the lengthy list of health benefits associated with this style of eating. Now, a new, small study suggests that one type of intermittent fasting — early time-restricted eating —...

    • Posted June 15, 2023
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  • The Most Common Menopause Symptoms You Should Know

    Menopause, a natural stage of a woman’s life marking the end of menstruation, can bring many physical and emotional changes that may leave her feeling bewildered and alone. Hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings can disrupt...

    • Posted June 15, 2023
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