Self-confessed cheese addict Tim Samuels discovered his favourite food needs a health warning.
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Monday, December 31, 2018
After damaging Reuters report, J&J doubles down on talc safety message
Johnson & Johnson Inc's statement was unequivocal.
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LGBT patients may prefer to report sexual orientation in writing
(Reuters Health) - LGBT patients treated in the emergency room (ER) are more comfortable reporting their sexual orientation on a medical form rather than in a discussion with a health care provider, a new study shows.
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Young people’s blood is being tested as a treatment for Parkinson’s
The Californian firm Alkahest has begun a trial to see if injections of an extract of younger adults’ blood can improve Parkinson’s symptoms in older people
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A C-suite guide to telemedicine
NewYork-Presbyterian, UPMC and Thibodaux executives discuss the advantages and imperatives of creating wide-ranging telehealth programs.
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Handguns more lethal than rifles in mass shootings
(Reuters Health) - In public mass shootings in the U.S., victims shot with a handgun were more likely to die than in the events associated with a rifle, according to a new study in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
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How 'cranky comments' can help spot CDS alert errors
Partners HealthCare researchers show how they mine override comments to detect areas where clinical decision support systems could be improved.
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Good Sleep Helps Kids Become Slimmer Teens: Study
The study included nearly 2,200 kids in 20 U.S. cities. One-third of them had consistent, age-appropriate bedtimes between ages 5 and 9, according to their mothers.
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We Tried it For You: Hip Hop Dancing
If you love dancing in your car, shower or kitchen, it’s time to try it as your new favorite source of cardio.
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Opioid Overdose Deaths Triple Among Teens, Kids
The highest risk is among older teens, who account for 88 percent of those who died during the time of the study, the researchers found.
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What docs want from EHR vendors in 2019
A little listening and responsiveness could go a long way to help cure alert fatigue and physician burnout in the year ahead.
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Should the NHS pay for transgender fertility treatment?
Some transgender people get free fertility treatment but it's not the same for everyone who's transitioning.
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Ultracold atoms can make strange and beautiful quantum fireworks
Feed enough energy into a gas of ultracold atoms and it will create waves that produce a burst of quantum fireworks
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Fitness affects stroke risk
(Reuters Health) - Low fitness levels have long been tied to higher risk for heart problems. Now researchers say men's cardiorespiratory fitness is tied to their risk for stroke as well.
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HIMSS new cybersecurity report: Christmas virus, holes in Kubernetes and the year's worst passwords
Credentialed phishing is on the rise and there’s also new reason to be concerned about security vulnerabilities in HVAC systems.
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Sponsored: Setting healthcare innovation free through APIs
Integrating Applications with EMRs using APIs provides significant advantages.
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A skin test after a traumatic event may identify those at risk of PTSD
A simple skin test appears to predict those most at risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder - a finding that may help them get the support they need
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Setting healthcare innovation free through APIs
Integrating Applications with EMRs using APIs provides significant advantages.
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Vaguer goals may help you stick to your new exercise routine
If you’re thinking of taking up a new pursuit, vague, open goals may be better to help you do it than setting hard targets, we find on the seventh of our 12 Days of Culture
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The mummified penguins that hold the secrets of Antarctica’s past
Antarctica’s Adélie penguins nest on the well-preserved remains of their ancestors. All it takes is a trowel and a strong stomach to dig into their climate history
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Sunday, December 30, 2018
European Commission sets out plan to drive investment in research and innovation in AI
The European Commission, EU member states, Norway and Switzerland have developed a plan to boost collaboration and further the development and use of AI in Europe, prioritising areas of public interest, including healthcare and transport.
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Minority take up 'live-saving' free health check
It can pick up preventable heart problems - and more people should be getting the routine check.
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We Tried it For You: Boxing
Boxing is more than hitting things really hard to get out frustration. Professional boxing coach Leyon has the tips to perfect your punch.
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What to Eat, Drink & When
Nutrition (and timing it correctly) is a critical part of every runner’s training. Let our experts give you the rundown.
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2019 Preview: Experimental vaccine could let coeliacs eat gluten
A vaccine that teaches a person's immune system to see gluten as harmless could enable some people with coeliac disease to eat bread and pasta made from wheat
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The animal economists that can wheel and deal as well as any human
From monkey markets to fishy business, we’re finding that many animals make rational trades. Even brainless fungi have a thing or two to teach us
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Saturday, December 29, 2018
Calls to rid bacon and ham of processing nitrites
A group of leading scientists and politicians wants processing to happen without the chemicals.
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New Jersey clinic sued after HIV infection warning
A former patient has filed the first lawsuit against a New Jersey surgery center that may have exposed nearly 3,800 patients to HIV and hepatitis due to poor sterilization and medication practices.
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Child health record 'red book' to go online
The measure is part of government plans in England to improve care from pregnancy to post-birth.
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U.S. medic quarantined in Nebraska for possible Ebola exposure
A U.S. healthcare worker who may have been exposed to the Ebola virus while treating patients in the Democratic Republic of Congo arrived in the United States on Saturday and was put in quarantine in Nebraska.
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We Tried it For You: Flying Trapeze
Trapeze isn’t just for circus performers anymore. This activity takes strength, coordination and teamwork.
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How Fast & Far To Run
When it comes to running, there’s no such things as too little, too slow or too short. But if you eventually want to increase these things, these tips will help you get there.
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2019 Preview: Gravitational waves will be discovered every few weeks
The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) and other experiments will detect dozens more ripples in space time
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6 steps toward a successful exercise resolution
Here we are at the end of December, and some of us are contemplating another chance for a fresh reboot. The infamous New Year’s resolutions are a common topic. Last year I wrote a blog post about an overall view of how to be successful when thinking about reaching a goal. Changing behavior is all about learning a new skill. Ultimately, you are teaching...
Nature’s Nation: Art benefits from getting its hands dirty
Forty-eight years on from the first Earth Day, the 5th article in our 12 Days of Culture series examines the long-term impact of environmental art
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VA nears decision on replacing Epic scheduling system with Cerner
The chair of the House VA Subcommittee on Technology Modernization wants the agency to answer some questions with regard to the $624 million Medical Appointment Scheduling System contract.
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Death rays: How the dream of an ultimate weapon became a dark farce
The quest for the ultimate destructive weapon is a convoluted story of egos, charlatanry and deception – with a starring role for mercurial genius Nikola Tesla
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More Evidence That Abuse of Xanax, Valium Is on the Rise
Title: More Evidence That Abuse of Xanax, Valium Is on the Rise
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Whopping Numbers on Whooping Cough
Title: Whopping Numbers on Whooping Cough
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Are You Overdoing Antibiotics?
Title: Are You Overdoing Antibiotics?
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Government Shutdown Brings Cuts in Food Assistance Programs
Title: Government Shutdown Brings Cuts in Food Assistance Programs
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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PTSD Drug May Do More Harm Than Good
Title: PTSD Drug May Do More Harm Than Good
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Kidney Disease Risk Tied to Sugar-Sweetened Drinks
Title: Kidney Disease Risk Tied to Sugar-Sweetened Drinks
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Health Tip: Nail Changes to Take Seriously
Title: Health Tip: Nail Changes to Take Seriously
Category: Health News
Created: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Health Tip: Caring for a Person With Alzheimer's
Title: Health Tip: Caring for a Person With Alzheimer's
Category: Health News
Created: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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U.S. Opioid Addiction Crisis Is Top Health Story of 2018
Title: U.S. Opioid Addiction Crisis Is Top Health Story of 2018
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Being Bullied May Alter the Teen Brain
Title: Being Bullied May Alter the Teen Brain
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Could Your Apple Watch Spot Dangerous A-Fib?
Title: Could Your Apple Watch Spot Dangerous A-Fib?
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Is Your State a Hotspot for Obesity-Linked Cancers?
Title: Is Your State a Hotspot for Obesity-Linked Cancers?
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Food Brings Double Dose of Pleasure to Your Brain
Title: Food Brings Double Dose of Pleasure to Your Brain
Category: Health News
Created: 12/27/2018 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
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Friday, December 28, 2018
The breakthroughs that could save our lives
From reversing blindness and paralysis to new treatments for cancer and infertility.
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New Year Honours 2019: Sepsis campaigner appointed MBE
Melissa Mead campaigned for greater awareness of sepsis after the death of her son, William.
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Leafy green neighborhoods tied to better heart health
(Reuters Health) - People who live in neighborhoods with more green spaces may have less stress, healthier blood vessels and a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes than residents of communities without many outdoor recreation areas, a small study suggests.
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10 Questions for Taye Diggs
As he looks forward to a new TV series, actor and author Taye Diggs talks about his family, health struggles, aging, and being a dad.
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Migrants to affluent nations may be healthier than the native-born
(Reuters Health) - International migrants who relocate to high-income countries to work, study or join family members are less likely to die prematurely than people born in their new homelands, a research review suggests.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda Gets the Job Done
Like Alexander Hamilton, his famous Broadway theater role, Lin-Manuel Miranda pushes forward with relentless speed and bottomless good cheer, juggling multiple projects and committed outreach to people in need -- but he also finds time to just breathe.
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We Tried it For You: Ocean Kayaking
While kayaking can be a great way to relax on calm water, taking it to the ocean will provide a whole new set of challenges.
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Drug use during pregnancy not child abuse: Pennsylvania top court
A divided Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled on Friday that mothers who use illegal drugs during their pregnancies are not committing child abuse against their newly-born children.
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Food Brings Double Dose of Pleasure to Your Brain
It turns out that eating causes the release of dopamine in your brain not once, but twice, German scientists report.
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Get P90X, INSANITY, PiYo and More On Demand for Only $99/Year Before January 1
You might not have heard of Beachbody—but you know the programs. Founded in 1998, Beachbody is the creator of the nation’s most popular on-demand fitness and weight-loss solutions, including the P90X series, INSANITY, FOCUS T25, 21 Day Fix, Body Beast, PiYo, and Hip Hop Abs.
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5 blockchain developments in 2018
Amazon, Change Healthcare and Walmart all made moves worth watching as we head into 2019.
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PTSD Drug May Do More Harm Than Good
The study included 20 PTSD patients, including two military veterans and several civilian women who had been sexually assaulted. All had active suicidal thoughts, some had previously attempted suicide, and most were taking antidepressants and/or had them prescribed for the...
Doctors still prescribing testosterone to men with heart disease, despite risks
(Reuters Health) - Despite warnings that supplemental testosterone may raise the risk of stroke and heart attack, doctors continue to prescribe the hormone off-label to men with cardiovascular disease, a U.S. study finds.
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