Written by Kim Grundy, PT | Reviewed by Mandy Armitage, MD Published on May 3, 2023 Key takeaways: laflor/iStock via Getty Images Plus Do you hunch your back after a long day sitting at a desk? Or maybe you round your shoulders after sleeping in the wrong position? We all have poor posture sometimes. But over time, poor...
by Amira Guirguis, The Conversation Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainVaping is now more common than cigarette smoking among young people, according to a new report coordinated by the University of Glasgow and commissioned by the World Health Organization. This echoes research that has found the popularity of vaping among young people in the UK has surged...
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMilk sold in US stores is “safe” from the bird flu because pasteurization effectively kills the disease, American health authorities said Friday, following spread of the infection among herds of cows. An outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has made its way through dairy cattle herds across the country and infected...
by Ayobami Precious Adekola, The Conversation Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe “birds and the bees.” The “facts of life.” Whatever you call it, many parents dread discussing sex and sexuality with their teenagers. They may be embarrassed, or worried that they don’t understand some concepts. In some countries, cultural norms may mean it’s considered inappropriate for...
Written by Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH | Reviewed by Karla Robinson, MD Key takeaways: Vitamin B12 is needed for healthy blood cells, nerve cells, and DNA. Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency include anemia and neurological issues.You can be deficient in vitamin B12 if you don’t get enough B12 in your diet or your gut can’t...
Some drinks that may help lower blood pressure in the morning include beetroot juice, tomato juice, and certain types of tea. Blood pressure is the force a person’s blood exerts on the walls of the arteries as it is pumped by the heart. The arteries are blood vessels that carry blood from the heart around...
by Deb Balzer, Mayo Clinic News Network Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFor many people, one of the most uncomfortable parts of a colonoscopy is the preparation for the procedure. The purpose of a colonoscopy is to examine the colon and rectum for abnormalities such as polyps, tumors or inflammation, aiding in the detection and prevention of...
Written by Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFP | Reviewed by Karla Robinson, MD Key takeaways: Statins are commonly used medications. They’re very effective at lowering cholesterol and are considered safe.Some research shows a link between statin use and dementia. But other studies show a protective effect by statins.The research on statins and dementia isn’t clear-cut. But...
by Patrick Lejtenyi, Concordia University Credit: CC0 Public DomainThe health risks associated with the consumption of tobacco and cannabis products are well-established by now. Much less understood are the risks associated with vaping, particularly flavored products popular with young adults. It is an increasingly pressing issue: Statistics Canada says one in 10 Canadians aged 20...
By Katia Hetter, CNN There is no doubt that stress is a part of everyday life, but too much can have detrimental impacts on people’s physical and mental health. I wanted to delve more into depth about the health impacts of stress during National Stress Awareness Month. What does stress do to the body? When...
