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Friday, June 30, 2023

Colon Cancer in People Under 45

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Colorectal cancer is on the rise among people younger than 50. Mark Lewis, MD talks about why, what signs to watch for, and what you can do to reduce your odds.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230627/colon-cancer-in-people-under-45?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Making Medicine from Carrot Dust: The Chefs and Scientists Cooking Up New Ways to Feed Us

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The Drexel University Food Lab blends hands-on culinary arts with rigorous research science in an effort to heal a broken food system, one innovative product at a time.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/food-lab?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How Can Ulcerative Colitis Affect Your Cholesterol? What to Know

UC patients not only have to deal with treating and managing gastrointestinal problems related to their IBD – they’re also at higher risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's what to know.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/news/20230629/how-can-ulcerative-colitis-affect-cholesterol-what-to-know?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Thursday, June 29, 2023

Eating for a Healthy Weight: Q&A With Carolyn Newberry MD

In this WebMD webinar, viewers asked Carolyn Newberry, MD, about how to create a healthy diet for weight management.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/obesity/features/cm/eating-healthy-weight-webinar-qa?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

A Tiny Patch May Someday Measure Your Critical Health Needs

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New technology that tracks markers in your “interstitial fluid” – fluid found under your skin – could be as good as a blood test, no doctor’s visit or needle stab required.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20230628/patch-may-measure-your-critical-health-needs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Colon Cancer in People Under 45

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Colorectal cancer is on the rise among people younger than 50. Mark Lewis, MD talks about why, what signs to watch for, and what you can do to reduce your odds.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/news/20230627/colon-cancer-in-people-under-45?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Heart Disease Risk May Spike Risk for Muscle Joint Problems

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New research suggests people who are at high risk of heart disease are significantly more likely to develop disorders of the muscles and joints.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20230627/heart-disease-risk-tied-to-muscle-joint-problems?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Limiting Social Media Use in Youths Brings Challenges Benefits

Recent research shows that limiting social media use among teens can be challenging, but the benefits can be worth it.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20230626/limiting-social-media-use-in-youths-brings-challenges-benefits?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The Tragedy When Kids Fatally Shoot Other Kids

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Analyzing a decade’s worth of data, researchers also found that 4 out of 10 such gun deaths involve kids 2 to 4 years old.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20230626/when-kids-fatally-shoot-other-kids-tragedies-that-dont-have-to-happen?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Monday, June 26, 2023

HPV Rates Skyrocket Despite Safe Effective Vaccine

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The HPV vaccine may now be as critical as ever, though young people are taking the shot in fewer and fewer numbers. Medical experts speak to us about the risks of sexually transmitted HPV, which include throat cancer, among other serious diseases.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/sexual-conditions/hpv-genital-warts/news/20230626/hpv-rates-skyrocket-despite-effective-vaccine?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Saturday, June 24, 2023

Docs Steer Camera Through Stomach 'Like a Little Mars Rover'

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New magnetic tech allows doctors to perform guided endoscopy to detect gastric illnesses much earlier.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/news/20230623/docs-steer-camera-through-stomach-like-little-mars-rover?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Friday, June 23, 2023

ASCO President on Patient-Doctor Partnerships

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ASCO’s president Eric Winer, MD, explains why good patient-doctor relationships are key for quality cancer care.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230616/winer-partnering-patients?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Dealing With the Physical Impact of Intense Grief

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A new study has found that severe grief can cause a significant increase in blood pressure, suggesting that grief can be a risk factor for future heart problems.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/news/20230623/dealing-with-the-physical-impact-of-intense-grief?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Filling the Nutritional Gaps for Babies With Food Allergies

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Wondering if your baby who has a food allergy is getting the nutrients they need for proper growth and development? Learn about vital vitamins, food and milk alternatives, and more.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/features/fill-nutritional-gap-allergies?src=RSS_PUBLIC

CAR T Cancer Therapy Can Be Lifesaving if You Can Afford It

CAR T cells are a relatively new but dynamic treatment for blood cancers, but the price of the drugs and access to care put them out of reach for some patients who need them.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/lymphoma/news/20230622/car-t-cancer-therapy-can-be-lifesaving-if-you-can-afford-it?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Thursday, June 22, 2023

CDC Urges International Travelers to Get Measles Vaccine

The CDC is urging people to ensure they are vaccinated against measles before summer travel. International travelers are particularly at risk, the CDC said, noting that 88% of all cases in the U.S. so far this year are linked to international travel.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/news/20230622/cdc-urges-international-travelers-get-measles-vaccine?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Diet Heavy in Omega-3s Might Help Slow ALS

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New research suggests consuming omega-3 fatty acids like flaxseed oil and walnuts may help slow the decline in physical function related to ALS.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20230622/diet-heavy-in-omega-3s-might-help-slow-als?src=RSS_PUBLIC

CDC Panel Stops Short of Blanket Recommendation of RSV Vaccine

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The committee voted to recommend the RSV vaccines for anyone over the age of 60, if their health care provider agrees.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20230622/cdc-backs-limited-call-for-rsv-vaccine?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Smart Drugs Underdeliver and Can Bring Trouble

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There is no such thing as a "smart pill." In fact, nonmedical use of prescription stimulants like Adderall or Ritalin by people without a prescription can lead to unintended outcomes, including poorer grades and substance abuse.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20230623/smart-drugs-underdeliver-and-can-bring-trouble?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Adele's Fungal Infection Has People Talking About Jock Itch

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"It's a bit crude," Adele told the audience attending her Las Vegas residency as she shared that she has the fungal skin infection tinea cruris, commonly referred to as jock itch. "I never knew it existed."



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20230623/adele-has-jock-itch?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Aspirin Warning: Anemia May Increase With Use in Older Adults

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Older patients using low-dose aspirin were at increased risk for anemia in a new study.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20230620/aspirin-warning-anemia-may-increase-with-use-in-older-adults?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ASCO President on Patient-Doctor Partnerships

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ASCO’s president Eric Winer, MD, explains why good patient-doctor relationships are key for quality cancer care.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230616/winer-partering-patients?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Dealing With Adult Child Estrangement a Modern-Day Epidemic

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A recent study of parents estranged from adult children found that about a quarter of respondents were estranged from their fathers.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20230620/dealing-with-adult-child-estrangement?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Dogs React to Psoriasis Other Conditions

Dogs may have strong reactions to psoriasis and other health conditions in humans. Is it smell? Behaviors? Researchers are studying why.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/psoriasis/features/cm/dog-reacts-to-psoriasis?src=RSS_PUBLIC

7 Exercise Donts With Psoriasis

Exercise is an important part of psoriasis management, but some common mistakes can cause a flare.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/psoriasis/features/cm/psoriasis-exercise-break-these-bad-habits?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A Breath of Fresh Air: Purifiers for Spaces Post-Pandemic

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Air purifiers spiked consumer interest post-pandemic as people sought cleaner air that lowered complications from illnesses such as COVID-19.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20230619/air-purifiers-for-places-post-pandemic?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Monday, June 19, 2023

West Nile Virus Cases Rising Nationwide Amid Mosquito Season

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According to the CDC, which compiles local reports, there have been 13 human cases of West Nile virus in 2023. In 2022, there were 1,126 cases, including 90 deaths.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20230619/west-nile-virus-cases-rising-nationwide?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Drug May Help Stop Breast Cancer From Returning

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A study says ribociclib, a drug approved for treating advanced-stage breast cancer, may help reduce the risk of recurrence in women who have been treated for certain types of early-stage breast cancer. Research is ongoing.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230615/breast-cancer-drug-iyengar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Drug May Help Stop Breast Cancer From Returning

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A study says ribociclib, a drug approved for treating advanced-stage breast cancer, may help reduce the risk of recurrence in women who have been treated for certain types of early-stage breast cancer. Research is ongoing.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230614/breast-cancer-drug-iyengar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Saturday, June 17, 2023

'Deprescribing': Should Some Older Adults Shed Their Meds?

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As adults get older, they're often prescribed more and more medications to help manage various ailments. But often these people must also advocate for a hard look at what is no longer needed.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20230616/deprescribing-should-some-older-adults-shed-their-meds?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Testosterone Safe for Most Older Men with Low Testosterone

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FDA-mandated trial shows no increased risk for heart attacks or strokes when men with deficiency take testosterone.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/men/news/20230616/testosterone-safe-for-most-older-men?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Friday, June 16, 2023

FDA Warns of Tattoo Ink Tied to Dangerous Infections

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The FDA released the new guidance Monday aiming to reduce the use of pathogen-contaminated tattoo ink, which can cause stubborn infections that are especially hard to treat, dermatologists said.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20230616/fda-warns-of-contaminated-tattoo-ink?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Supplement Berberine Isn't 'Nature's Ozempic'

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Some TikTok users call the herbal supplement berberine “nature’s Ozempic.” Experts don't agree.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/obesity/news/20230616/is-supplement-berberine-really-natures-ozempic-experts-weigh-pros--cons?src=RSS_PUBLIC

FDA Panel Backs New COVID Booster Focusing Only on Variants

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The committee voted 21-0 that a new vaccine should focus on just one strain of the virus, and not be a bivalent shot as before. Any new vaccine should target one of three now prevalent in the U.S.: XBB.1.5, XBB.1.16 and XBB.2.3.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/covid/news/20230615/fda-panel-backs-new-covid-booster-focusing-only-on-variants?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Does Marijuana Help AFib?

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Is marijuana safe when you have AFib? Find out what the experts say.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/atrial-fibrillation/features/marijuana-and-afib?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Simple Hysterectomy May Be Better Option for Cervical Cancer

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Which treatments for cervical and ovarian cancers are becoming the standard of care?



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230615/better-treatment-for-cervical-cancers?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Prostate Cancer in Black Men: Overcoming Barriers to Better Outcomes

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Black men are more than twice as likely as white men to die of prostate cancer. Learn about the many reasons and what you can do about it.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/features/prostate-cancer-african-american-men?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Suicide Addiction Abuse and Other Crises: Can ChatGPT Help?

More people facing crises such as suicidal feelings, addiction, or abuse are choosing artificial intelligence systems such as ChatGPT for help. But are they really helpful? A new study offers some insight.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20230614/suicide-addiction-abuse-and-other-crises-can-chatgpt-help?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The Caregiver's Role

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Caregivers for people with dementia-related psychosis can play a big role in a loved one’s care plan and can help provide a better quality of life for as long as possible.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/features/dementia-psychosis-caregiver?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

The Case for Lung Cancer Screening

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Besides smoking, what defines high risk? And what are the current guidelines for screening?



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230614/lung-cancer-risk-screening?src=RSS_PUBLIC

More Studies on Breast Cancer

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From screening rates to side effects, stay informed on important studies.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230613/breast-cancer-studies?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Could Weight Loss Drug Treat Addiction as Well as Obesity?

In addition to suppressing appetite, in some people, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists like semaglutide may curb cravings for alcohol or cigarettes, according to reports not yet backed up by research.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20230613/could-weight-loss-drug-treat-addiction-as-well-as-obesity?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Pain-Related Brain Changes in Fibromyalgia May Be Reversible

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Although fibromyalgia is quite common, affecting more than 5 million Americans, it continues to be misdiagnosed and misunderstood. In fact, the average time for a patient to get diagnosed with fibromyalgia can be as much as 5 years.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/news/20230613/pain-related-brain-changes-in-fibromyalgia-may-be-reversible?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Could Smartwatches Solve the Mental Health Crisis?

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Mount Sinai researchers used smartwatches to assess people’s resilience and well-being, the latest advance in a slowly growing field studying wearables for monitoring mental health.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20230613/could-smartwatches-solve-the-mental-health-crisis?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Popular Weight Loss Drugs Can Carry Some Gnarly Side Effects

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Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can help some people lose weight, but there are still some potential side effects that need to be considered.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/obesity/news/20230612/popular-weight-loss-drugs-can-carry-some-gnarly-side-effects?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Diabesity: When You Have Diabetes and Obesity

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In this webinar, Robert F. Kushner, MD, explained what diabesity is, what heightens your risk for it, and how weight loss and medication can help.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/obesity/features/cm/diabesity-have-diabetes-obesity?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Monday, June 12, 2023

As We Age, Multivitamins May Fill Nutrient Gaps

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Eating fruits and vegetables might not be enough to fill nutrition needs in older adults.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/news/20230612/multivitamins-may-fill-nutrient-gaps?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Saturday, June 10, 2023

What Adults Need to Know About the New RSV Vaccines

Here's what adults need to know about the recently approved RSV vaccines Arexvy and Abrysvo.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/news/20230609/what-adults-need-to-know-about-the-new-rsv-vaccines?src=RSS_PUBLIC

What Adults Need to Know About the New RSV Vaccines

Here's what adults need to know about the recently approved RSV vaccines Arexvy and Abrysvo.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/news/20230608/what-adults-need-to-know-about-the-new-rsv-vaccines?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Friday, June 9, 2023

Easing the Patient Burden

Forty thousand medical professionals came together at the world's leading oncology conference to help improve the patient experience, treatments, and more.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230602/cancer-patient-experience?src=RSS_PUBLIC