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Saturday, March 19, 2022

'Zapping' Air Passages May Bring Relief for Severe Asthma

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For people with severe asthma, a cutting-edge surgery that "remodels" airways may help improve breathing and prevent an attack.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/asthma/news/20220318/zapping-air-passages-may-bring-relief-for-severe-asthma?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Friday, March 18, 2022

Tweens: What to Expect as a Parent

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During the tween years (8 through 12), children may become more independent, experience puberty, and value peer relationships over family ties.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/parenting/features/tweens-what-to-expect?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Postpartum Depression Rates Tripled During the Pandemic

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A new study shows rates of postpartum depression rose nearly three-fold during the COVID pandemic, along with increases in major depression and thoughts of self-harm.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/depression/postpartum-depression/news/20220317/postpartum-depression-rates-have-tripled-for-new-moms-during-pandemic?src=RSS_PUBLIC

People Are Now Living More Years in Good Health

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A new study from the U.K. finds adults age 65 and up have been enjoying more years living independently, free of disability.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20220317/people-are-now-living-more-years-in-good-health-study?src=RSS_PUBLIC

WHO Predicts COVID Could Still 'Echo Around the World'

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New reported cases of COVID-19 are up 8% globally, and World Health Organization experts explain what it might mean.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20220317/who-covid-echo-arond-world?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How to Avoid Surprise Bills -- And the Pitfalls in the New Law

Stethoscope money calendar

The No Surprises Act offers protection from many surprise medical bills — but that protection may be only as good as a patient’s knowledge of the law and ability to make sure it’s enforced. Here’s what you need to know.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/news/20220316/how-to-avoid-surprise-bills--and-the-pitfalls-in-the-new-law?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Thursday, March 17, 2022

New Genetic Test Finds Hidden Neurological Diseases

DNA strand

A device that’s about the size of a stapler can help doctors diagnose tricky diseases affecting the nervous system.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20220317/new-genetic-test-finds-hidden-neurological-diseases?src=RSS_PUBLIC