Can your smartwatch help you improve your health? Find out how wearable devices are used to help people track their health.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/wearable-health-devices?src=RSS_PUBL...
Saturday, May 29, 2021
What Can Health Apps Do for You?
How can apps on your phone or your wearable device help you improve your health? Learn how health apps can affect the future of health care.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/health-apps-do?src=RSS_PUBL...
Police Blues: Rising Stress Puts Officers at Risk
Police officers’ mental well-being tanked after the murder of George Floyd in 2020, and the massive nationwide protests that followed. There’s a broad sense that the public has turned against them.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20210528/police-blues-rising-stress-puts-officers-at-risk?src=RSS_PUBL...
How to Stay Truly Safe in the Sun
Summer is around the corner, and with the pandemic waning for many, the CDC encourages people to spend more time unmasked outdoors. But protecting yourself from the sun is more important than ever, and questions about sunscreen safety may make you wonder how to do it.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/melanoma-skin-cancer/news/20210528/stay-truly-safe-sun?src=RSS_PUBL...
What People With Ovarian Cancer Wish You Knew
Here’s what people with ovarian cancer want you to know about this condition.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/ovarian-cancer/features/what-people-with-ovarian-cancer-wish-you-knew?src=RSS_PUBL...
Friday, May 28, 2021
Big Bucks and Savings: Vaccine Incentives Multiply
As COVID-19 vaccination rates slow in the U.S., companies and states are stepping up to offer a variety of incentives to encourage people to get their shots, including cash lotteries, flights, and date nights.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/news/20210528/vaccine-incentives-multiply?src=RSS_PUBL...
Sex and Intimacy Without Erections
If you have erectile dysfunction (ED), you and your partner can find exciting new ways to have fun and redefine your sex life. Here are expert tips to get started.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/erectile-dysfunction/features/sex-intimacy-without-erection?src=RSS_PUBL...
Ending a Friendship
Learn how to tell if your friendship is unhealthy, signs that it’s time to move on, how to end it in a healthy way, and whether you can ever be friends again.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/ending-a-friendship?src=RSS_PUBL...
How to Make New Friends
Learn more about adult friendships, how and where to make new friends, how to make online friends, what not to do, and when you know you’re friends.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/how-to-make-new-friends?src=RSS_PUBL...
Doctors, Nurses Blast CDC’s Mask Guidance Change
Out of 660 U.S. doctors surveyed, 57% said the CDC jumped the gun by easing restrictions prematurely. Other medical professionals took a similar position, with 63% of 1,330 nurses agreeing the mask shift came too soon.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210527/doctors-nurses-blast-cdcs-mask-guidance-change?src=RSS_PUBL...
Woman Sues Fertility Doctor, Alleges ‘Medical Rape’
Bianca Voss, 75, says the DNA test results included the name of her father, Martin D. Greenberg, MD, of Florida, who was the fertility doctor who inseminated Voss in 1983.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/baby/news/20210527/woman-sues-fertility-doctor-alleges-medical-rape?src=RSS_PUBL...
Many Pre-Surgery Tests Are Useless, So Why Are They Still Done?
A new study finds many of the pre-op tests patients undergo for relatively simple outpatient surgeries aren't necessary.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/news/20210527/many-pre-surgery-tests-are-useless-so-why-are-they-still-done?src=RSS_PUBL...
Radiation Burn: What to Know
WebMD explains this side effect of radiation therapy and how to treat it.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/features/radiation-burn-what-to-know?src=RSS_PUBL...
How to Keep Adult Friendships
Learn more about adult friendships, why they’re good for your health, how to nurture friendships, how to reach out to friends, and what to do if things go bad.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/how-to-keep-adult-friendships?src=RSS_PUBL...
Thursday, May 27, 2021
Your City Has Its Own Microbial 'Signature'
New research shows that each city has its individual mix of tell-tale microbes.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20210527/your-city-has-its-own-microbial-signature?src=RSS_PUBL...
Experimental Treatment Offers New Hope Against Lupus
A small, early "phase 1" trial finds an experimental antibody therapy may help ease skin symptoms from the autoimmune disease lupus.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lupus/news/20210527/experimental-treatment-offers-new-hope-against-lupus?src=RSS_PUBL...
More and More Doctors Abandoning Private Practice
A new AMA report on practice patterns finds younger physicians more likely to seek employment and also tracks for the first time the market share of private equity firms.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/news/20210527/more-and-more-doctors-abandoning-private-practice?src=RSS_PUBL...
Trying to Conceive? Tips to Improve Fertility
What can you do to improve your chances of conceiving a baby? Many couples deal with fertility issues that require a doctor’s help. Find out what you can change in your daily life to boost reproductive health before you head to the fertility clinic.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/infertility-and-reproduction/features/boost-reproductive-health?src=RSS_PUBL...
7 Out of 10 Hospitalized for COVID Have Long-Haul Symptoms
Fatigue, shortness of breath, and sleep disorders are just a few problems from a list of lingering issues seen in patients who were hospitalized for COVID.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210526/7-out-of-10-hospitalized-for-covid-have-long-haul-symptoms?src=RSS_PUBL...
Lower Testosterone in Men Tied to Severe COVID Cases
It has been known for some time that men are more likely to get severe COVID-19 than women. Now new research shows that men with the lowest levels of testosterone fare the worst in the pandemic.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210527/lower-testosterone-in-men-tied-to-severe-covid-cases?src=RSS_PUBL...
Porn Use Spiked During the Pandemic
In findings likely to surprise no one, new research shows Americans’ pornography usage spiked dramatically in the early months of the pandemic.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210526/porn-use-spiked-during-the-pandemic?src=RSS_PUBL...
Hair Relaxers Won't Raise Black Women's Cancer Risk
According to a new study, moderate use of hair relaxers doesn't increase a Black woman's risk of breast cancer.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/news/20210526/hair-relaxers-wont-raise-black-womens-cancer-risk?src=RSS_PUBL...
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Getting Sober: Finding Your Way
Getting sober isn't one-size-fits-all. People who've made the decision to quit drinking share what worked for them.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/getting-sober-finding-your-way?src=RSS_PUBL...
Managing the Side Effects of Depression Treatment
Depression treatment isn’t always easy. Find out about the side effects of antidepressants and depression treatment. Learn what you can do about them.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/depression/features/coping-with-side-effects-of-depression-treatment?src=RSS_PUBL...
Pot-Linked Poisoning Cases Rise as Edibles' Popularity Booms
A new study shows marijuana products like edibles, concentrates, and vapes are driving an overall increase in pot-related calls to poison control centers.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20210525/pot-linked-poisoning-cases-rise-as-edibles-popularity-booms?src=RSS_PUBL...
Living With Ovarian Cancer
Learning to live with ovarian cancer can feel overwhelming. But there are ways to ease the transition.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/ovarian-cancer/features/living-with-ovarian-cancer?src=RSS_PUBL...
Living With Ovarian Cancer
Learning to live with ovarian cancer can feel overwhelming. But there are ways to ease the transition.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/features/living-with-ovarian-cancer?src=RSS_PUBL...
What to Know About First-Time Sex
It’s time to demystify the concept of losing your virginity. Get the facts on everything you need to know about having sex for the first time.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/sex/features/first-time-sex?src=RSS_PUBL...
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
How to Choose the Right Place for Alcohol or Drug Rehab
There are ways to find quality treatment centers for alcohol or drug addiction. Here’s how to get started.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/addiction-choosing-rehab?src=RSS_PUBL...
Why Health Care Isn't Equal for People in the LGBTQ+ Community
LGBTQ people face many barriers when trying to access health care, which leads to worse outcomes.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/sex-relationships/features/lgbtq-health?src=RSS_PUBL...
Can You Outgrow an Adult Friendship?
Do you feel like your friendship has soured? Some strategies to remove yourself without hurting your friend.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/outgrowing-friendship?src=RSS_PUBL...
Monday, May 24, 2021
Lockdowns Improved Symptoms for People With IBS
A new report finds people with IBS had milder symptoms during the COVID-19 lockdown, possibly due to reduced stress levels and more control over their diet.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/ibs/news/20210524/lockdowns-improved-symptoms-for-people-with-ibs?src=RSS_PUBL...
Gene Therapy Helps Blind Man Regain Some Sight
For the first time, doctors used a form of gene therapy to restore partial vision in a person who has been blind for 40 years.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/news/20210524/gene-therapy-helps-blind-man-regain-some-sight?src=RSS_PUBL...
3 Wuhan Lab Workers’ 2019 Illness Raises Concerns
A report that says three researchers from the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China became sick with a flu-like illness and sought hospital care in November 2019 adds to concerns about whether the SARS-CoV-2 virus escaped from the lab.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210524/wuhan-lab-researchers-illness?src=RSS_PUBL...
Studies Most Likely to Be Wrong Are Read the Most
Researchers find studies that can't be verified and may be untrue are much more likely to be cited in the media because they're often more interesting.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20210524/studies-most-likely-to-be-wrong-are-read-the-most?src=RSS_PUBL...
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Life After Opioids
Coping skills and rebuilding relationships after recovering from opioid addiction.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/life-after-opioids?src=RSS_PUBL...
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Life After Alcohol
Drinking alcohol is becoming less of a social norm and more of a lifestyle choice. Learn how others chose to get sober, ways to handle tricky social situations, and find fulfilling new habits.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/life-after-alcohol?src=RSS_PUBL...
Friday, May 21, 2021
COVID Vaccines Protect Against Top Variants, WHO Says
The COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the United States and Europe offer protection against the four main coronavirus variants known to exist, a World Health Organization official says.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/news/20210521/covid-vaccine-variant-protection?src=RSS_PUBL...
Gluten Not a 'Brain Fog' Trigger in Women Without Celiac Disease
Going gluten-free is a trendy, but for women who don't have celiac disease, there's no evidence that gluten affects your brain.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/celiac-disease/news/20210521/gluten-not-a-brain-fog-trigger-in-women-without-celiac-disease?src=RSS_PUBL...
Colonoscopy After 75: A Potential Lifesaver
A new study says if you're over 75, data now supports being screened for colon cancer.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/news/20210521/colonoscopy-after-75-a-potential-lifesaver?src=RSS_PUBL...
How to Be a Good Friend
Friendships are important. Learn how you can maintain your friendships and be a good friend.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/how-be-good-friend?src=RSS_PUBL...
Racial Disparities Persist in Vaccinations, CDC Data Shows
Black Americans’ vaccination rates still trail all other groups, while Hispanics show improvement. Native Americans show the strongest rates nationally.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/news/20210520/racial-disparities-persist-in-vaccinations-cdc-data-shows?src=RSS_PUBL...
Yankees, Olympics, & COVID: Can Sports Win the Day?
Fueling the fear over the Olympics is the recent disclosure that nine vaccinated New York Yankees team members and staff tested positive in what are being called “breakthrough” cases.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20210520/yankees-olympics-covid-can-sports-win-the-day?src=RSS_PUBL...
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Risk Factors That Raise Odds for Early-Onset Colon Cancer
New research suggests that certain lifestyle factors, such as eating lots of red meat and heavy alcohol consumption, may play a role.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/news/20210520/risk-factors-that-raise-odds-for-early-onset-colon-cancer?src=RSS_PUBL...
As Vaccinations Rise, Hospitals Ease Restrictions on Visitors
Many hospitals have started to loosen visitation policies as vaccination rates increase and COVID case counts decline.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/news/20210520/as-vaccinations-rise-hospitals-ease-restrictions-on-visitors?src=RSS_PUBL...
Immunotherapy Drug Fights Early-Stage Lung Cancer
An immunotherapy drug is the first to significantly reduce the risk of cancer recurrence or death in people with early-stage lung cancer, researchers report.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/news/20210520/immunotherapy-drug-fights-early-stage-lung-cancer?src=RSS_PUBL...
Top Reason for Teen Spine Injuries: Not Wearing Seat Belts
Teens aged 15 to 17 account for about 63% of spinal fractures, two-thirds of which occur in motor vehicle accidents.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20210520/top-reason-for-teen-spine-injuries-not-wearing-seat-belts?src=RSS_PUBL...
What to Know About Opioid Addiction and Pregnancy
Opioids can be risky to your unborn baby. Learn about treatments to protect both of you.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/opioid-addiction-pregnancy?src=RSS_PUBL...
Talking to Family and Friends About Your Drinking
It can be scary to share your alcohol use disorder with family and friends. But it's an important step in your recovery. Here’s how to approach these conversations.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/talking-family-friends?src=RSS_PUBL...
Why Your Dentist Might Seem Pushy
Dentists know how to maximize the profits in your mouth. But sometimes it’s outright fraud — to the tune of billions every year.
from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/news/20210519/why-your-dentist-might-seem-pushy?src=RSS_PUBL...
