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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

As COVID Tracking Wanes, Are We Letting Our Guard Down Too Soon?

As data tracking declines and mandates disappear, some experts say it’s time to move on, but others are worried about the ability to gear up for the next variant, calling for better surveillance.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/covid/news/20230411/are-we-letting-our-guard-down-on-covid-too-quickly?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Bad Sleep Cuts Years Off Your Life, but Exercise Can Save You

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Sleep problems can raise the risk of heart disease and early death – unless you’re physically active.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20230411/bad-sleep-cuts-years-off-your-life?src=RSS_PUBLIC

High-Salt Diet a Danger Even With Normal Blood Pressure

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A large study shows eating a diet high in salt is linked to clogged arteries of the heart and neck, raising the risk of heart attack and stroke, even in people with normal blood pressure.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/news/20230410/high-salt-diet-a-danger-even-with-normal-blood-pressure?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Saturday, April 8, 2023

Apathy May Be Alzheimer’s Red Flag in Some People

A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease looked at apathy in people with mild cognitive impairment, finding that apathy may be a red flag for the disease in people with the MCI.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20230407/apathy-alzheimers-red-flag-some-people?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Long COVID Hitting Some States, Minorities, Women Harder

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The Census Bureau found that while 27% of adults have gotten long COVID, the condition has impacted some states more than others. The proportion of residents hit with long COVID ranged from a low of 18.8% in New Jersey to a high of 40.7% in West Virginia.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/covid/news/20230407/long-covid-hitting-some-states-minorites-women-harder?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Friday, April 7, 2023

How to Handle the Narcissist in Your Life

Learn how to tell if the person in your life is a narcissist, what to do, and what not to do.



from WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/features/handle-narcissist?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Getting Sober: Finding Your Way

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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_PUBLIC