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More than just being well: Teens and Gen Z are redefining what it means to be healthy
Health isn’t what it used to be—namely the absence of being sick.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
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Vitamin guidelines require ethnic equilibration, says research
Vitamin D supplementation is associated with significantly lower risks of type 2 diabetes and depression in certain ethnic groups in the U.S., according to an analysis of nationally representative health data.This article was originally published […]
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AI could help predict nutrition risks in ICU patients
A new study by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) could help predict which critically ill patients on ventilators are at risk of underfeeding, potentially enabling […]
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Holiday carbon monoxide risks families should know
Holiday gatherings often mean more cooking, heating and travel, but they can also raise the risk of a dangerous threat many people never see or smell: Carbon monoxide.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
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After Canada legalized cannabis, police caught more drunk drivers
When Canada legalized cannabis in October 2018, there were many concerns about its potential impacts. One of them involved cannabis-impaired driving.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
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Doctor’s orders? ‘Belly laugh at least two to five days a week’
Melanin Bee curves her spine like a stretching cat as she lets out a maniacal, forced laugh.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
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You finally got a doctor’s appointment. Here’s how to get the most out of it
It’s not unusual for a 20-something to text Mom in a panic from the doctor’s office, seeking help answering a question. And patients of any age can struggle to recall all their medicines—or forget to […]
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HHS cuts funding for American Academy of Pediatrics’ programs
The U.S. government has ended several health grants to one of the nation’s largest pediatricians’ groups, a move the organization says could hurt children and families across the country.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
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What’s the difference between deodorant and antiperspirant?
When summer hits, the combination of heat and activity often results in increased sweating. Sweat is great—it’s our personal evaporative cooling system. Most of us will sweat out at least half a liter each day, […]
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FDA may reduce how often supplement warnings appear on labels
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is weighing a change that could make warning labels on dietary supplements appear less often on packaging.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com