July 17, 2018, The Gerontological Society of America The latest issue in the From Policy to Practice report series from The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) addresses recent labeling changes for OTC analgesics and highlights important considerations when recommending the use of these products in older adults. “Pain management in older adults is challenging and frequently managed...
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As we get parched, cognition can easily sputter, dehydration study says
July 17, 2018, by Ben Brumfield, Georgia Institute of Technology Anyone lost in a desert hallucinating mirages knows that extreme dehydration discombobulates the mind. But just two hours of vigorous yard work in the summer sun without drinking fluids could be enough to blunt concentration, according to a new study. A research scientist withdraws sweat from...
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Multiple factors to consider when selecting NSAID for arthritis
(HealthDay)—Factors to be considered when choosing the correct nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for arthritis include effectiveness, concurrent health conditions, and frequency of use, according to a blog post published by the Arthritis Foundation. When a patient requires an NSAID for muscle or joint pain associated with arthritis, finding an effective NSAID can be a matter of trial...
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Majority of older adults with probable dementia are likely unaware they have it, study suggests
Less education and unaccompanied medical visits linked to lack of formal diagnosis or awareness of diagnosis JOHNS HOPKINS MEDICINE A Johns Hopkins Medicine analysis of information gathered for an ongoing and federally sponsored study of aging and disability adds to evidence that a substantial majority of older adults with probable dementia in the United States have never...
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Killer Immunotherapy—fighting cancer with genetic engineering
July 17, 2018 by Teresa Belcher, Particle Finding a cure for cancer is no easy feat, but Dr. Misty Jenkins has built her career in immunotherapy to do just that. Since 2016, Misty has led a lab at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research. From a young age, Misty was fascinated with how the...
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Weight loss surgery may affect the risk of cancer
A new analysis published in the BJS (British Journal of Surgery) indicates that weight loss surgery may affect an individual’s risk of developing cancer. This national population-based cohort study used data from the Hospital Episode Statistics database in England collected between 1997 and 2012. A total of 8794 obese patients who underwent gastric bypass, gastric banding, or sleeve gastrectomy...
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Even minor distress puts you at risk of chronic disease
Dealing with anxiety, depression, and stress at intense levels for a long time can impact our long-term physical health. But what if we are exposed to low levels of psychological distress? Does it still jeopardize our well-being? According to a new study, the answer is “yes.” ‘Even low levels of distress’ harm our well-being in...
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How to get rid of an amoxicillin rash
Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. The drug comes in many different forms, including capsules, tablets, and liquid. One of the common side effects of amoxicillin is a skin rash. Amoxicillin comes from penicillin, which is known to cause allergic reactions in some people.An amoxicillin rash can be mild or severe, depending on...
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Why is snot green? Immunologist answers 8-year-old’s burning question (and reveals the grim colour is actually good news for your immune system!)
When someone has a cold or infection immune cells kill off the virus or bacteria When the immune cells, which contain a green chemical, die they end up in snot The green colour is a sign your body is successfully fighting an infection It is thought to be a sign that a sniffle is something...
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Soccer headers may be linked to balance problems
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NEUROLOGY INDIANAPOLIS – Soccer players who head the ball more often may be more likely to have balance problems than players who do not head the ball as often, according to a preliminary study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s Sports Concussion Conference in Indianapolis July...