By ASSOCIATED PRESS JUNE 10, 2019 CHICAGO — Dozing off to late-night TV or sleeping with other lights on may mix up your metabolism and lead to weight gain and even obesity, provocative but preliminary U.S. research suggests. The National Institutes of Health study published Monday isn’t proof, but it bolsters evidence suggesting that too much exposure...
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Chickenpox Vaccination Also Effective At Protecting Children From Shingles
By Diane Samson Tech Times Researchers found that there is another benefit to getting the chickenpox vaccine as a child: it can also prevent the development of shingles later in life. In a study backed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a team from the Kaiser Permanent Center for Health Research reviewed...
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Strobe lighting at dance music festivals linked to tripling in epileptic fit risk
by British Medical Journal Strobe lighting at electronic dance music festivals may be linked to a tripling in the risk of epileptic fits in susceptible individuals, suggests research published in the online journal BMJ Open. Organisers need to issue warnings and advice on preventive measures, particularly for those who have a history of epilepsy that responds to flashing lights, known as photosensitive epilepsy, argue the researchers, who note that the popularity of dance music events generates revenues...
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From obesity to allergies, outdoor play is the best medicine for children
by Mariana Brussoni, The Conversation What if there was a simple, inexpensive and fun way to address some of the major challenges facing humanity today. What if it could help improve children’s health, development and well-being? Imagine a solution that could stem the current epidemics of obesity, anxiety and depression affecting children and youth today. Imagine that...
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Dogs mirror owner’s stress
The levels of stress in dogs and their owners follow each other, according to a new study from Linköping University. The scientists believe that dogs mirror their owner’s stress level, rather than vice versa. The study has been published in the scientific journal Scientific Reports. Researchers at Linköping University have examined how stress levels in dogs are influenced by lifestyle factors and by the people that the dogs live with. Previous work has...
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Yes, Coffee Is Pretty Healthy, but 25 Cups a Day Is Too Much
Stiffness of the arteries was similar in moderate and heavy coffee drinkers, but coffee has many other effects on the body. Coffee lovers, rejoice! A new study found you can drink up to 25 cups of coffee a day without increasing the stiffness of your arteries — a risk factor for heart attack and stroke....
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What to know about Neurobion
By Jon Johnson Reviewed by Alan Carter, PharmD Neurobion is a brand of supplements that contain a combination of B vitamins. Its manufacturers advertise that Neurobion can help improve nerve function. Vitamin B-complex supplements, including Neurobion products, can help treat or prevent certain nutrient deficiencies. Talk to a doctor before taking any supplement, as they can interact with medication....
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What causes penis skin to peel?
By Jayne Leonard Reviewed by J. Keith Fisher, M.D. Peeling skin on the penis often occurs as a result of friction, chafing, or an allergic reaction, but other possible causes include infections and skin conditions. Skin peeling may be the only symptom that a person experiences, or they may also have itching, burning, or redness. Most cases...
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What to know about eyebrow hair loss
By Adrienne Stinson Reviewed by Cynthia Cobb, APRN Many factors can cause eyebrow hair loss, including hormonal imbalances, diet, and some skin conditions. Determining the cause of eyebrow hair loss can help a person find the best treatment. Eyebrow hair loss, the medical name for which is eyebrow hypotrichosis, or eyebrow madarosis, can cause a person to notice thinning hair or missing patches of hair in...
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What can cause lower back pain?
By Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNAReviewed by William Morrison, MD Lower back pain is very common. It usually develops due to overuse or a minor injury, but sometimes there may be no obvious cause. Lower back pain can also be a symptom of an underlying medical condition. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, around...