Health

How a non-institutional response to mental health crises is possible — even in big cities

Next City visits a program in Toronto, Canada, that is embracing a non-coercive, person-centered approach to mental health.

Parents, protect your child against measles before international travel

(BPT) - Do you have travel plans? As your family gets ready for summer trips and get-togethers, make sure your child is up to date … Read More

Salonpas® Brand Stands the Test of Time

(NAPSI)—Compassion for loved ones is at the heart of the Japanese idea of TE-A-TE. It’s also the starting point of … Read More

Sculpt and Tone with truBody by Cutera

(BPT) - Wouldn't it be great to hit the beach with a more toned and refined body without taking medications, yo-yo dieting, or … Read More

Childhood Vaccination: Why It’s Important for Your Children and Community

(BPT) - Measles outbreaks continue to be reported throughout the United States. The increased risk of outbreaks can be largely … Read More

Take a Rest from Stress

(Family Features) While everyone feels stress from time to time, when left untreated or unrecognized, it can begin to wreak … Read More

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5 Ways Heart Health Care Can Improve

(Family Features) While death rates from CVD have declined 60% since 1950 and the number of people in the U.S. dying from heart … Read More

Hispanics and African Americans at Higher Risk for Eye Disease

(NAPSI)—If you think you’d know if you were losing vision to an eye disease, you might want to think again. The symptoms of … Read More

Virtual mental health care skyrocketed during the pandemic and has stayed popular. Is this the new norm?

Hers looks at the increased popularity of telemental health care since the pandemic. Read More

Helping take down malaria by building up Africa’s healthcare network, bringing families Closer to Care

(BPT) - On a mission to help build up Africa’s healthcare network to aid in the fight against malaria, SC Johnson, makers of … Read More

Don’t Let Diabetes Shortchange Your Golden Years

(NewsUSA) - Dianne Mattiace shows that managing diabetes shouldn’t get in the way of enjoying your retirement, thanks in part to a … Read More

Harnessing the brain’s immune cells to stave off Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases

Many neurodegenerative diseases, or conditions that result from the loss of function or death of brain cells, remain largely untreatable. Most available treatments target just one of the multiple processes that can lead to neurodegeneration, which may not be effective in completely addressing disease symptoms or progress, if at all. …

New Clinical Trial Opening for People with Rare Ovarian Cancer

(BPT) - Connie Bell’s journey with low-grade serous ovarian cancer (LGSOC) began unexpectedly in her 30s. Residing in Madison, Wisconsin, Connie was 36 when she first noticed her unusual …

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8 emerging uses for medical cannabis

Stacker identified eight medical conditions where cannabis may be beneficial, either by lessening symptoms or treating the underlying … Read More

More women than ever are being diagnosed and treated for ADHD, which has long been considered a predominately male condition

Charlie Health examines the gender-based disparities in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. Read More

The Gap in Gum Care: Why Caring For Your Teeth’s Foundation Matters

(NAPSI)—Building a great smile starts with a strong foundation. While gums are often overlooked unless they are bleeding or causing … Read More

Addressing Sarcopenia with a Healthy Diet

(NewsUSA) - Age-related loss of muscle mass and strength can significantly impact the quality of life for older adults. However, … Read More

What is metabolism? A biochemist explains how different people convert energy differently − and why that matters for your health

If you’ve spent any time scrolling through the health and wellness corners of social media, you’ve likely come across many … Read More

Managing Asthma Triggers

(Family Features) The places where you live, learn, work and play can expose you to common asthma triggers like pet dander, dust … Read More

Breathe Better with Asthma, Wherever You Are

(Family Features) If you have asthma, you know that symptoms can come on quickly, then worsen. An important part of managing … Read More

An All-Star Strategy: How A-Rod Keeps His Gum Disease in Check

(BPT) - World Series Champion and 3-time American League MVP Alex Rodriguez (aka A-Rod) knows how important it is to prioritize your … Read More

Removing PFAS from public water will cost billions and take time – here are ways to filter out some harmful ‘forever chemicals’ at home

Chemists invented PFAS in the 1930s to make life easier: Nonstick pans, waterproof clothing, grease-resistant food packaging and … Read More

A Genetic Connection to Kidney Disease

(Family Features) A genetic condition that can cause kidney failure, APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD) represents a group of … Read More

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'It Takes 2' to Detect Kidney Disease – One Woman's Advice for Those with Type 2 Diabetes or High Blood Pressure

(BPT) - For Bronx native and current Indian Land, SC, resident Thelma, it took years to discover she had kidney disease, despite experiencing symptoms like fatigue and swelling, as the underlying …

Important facts about lupus: 4 ways to protect your kidney health

(BPT) - Living with lupus for over 15 years has meant dealing with some very uncomfortable moments for Grammy award-winning singer Toni Braxton. But according to Toni, the discomfort is worth it to …

4 helpful resources created for people living with epilepsy

(BPT) - For anyone living with epilepsy, the daily challenges can be immense. Seizures can occur at any time, putting people living with epilepsy at risk for accidents and other health complications, …