July 25, 2024 by Aaron Nieto, Baylor College of Medicine Credit: CC0 Public DomainCramps, tingling and pain in the extremities can be symptoms of poor blood circulation. Left unchecked, bad circulation can turn into worse health outcomes. An expert with Baylor College of Medicine breaks down some warning signs of bad circulation and treatment options...
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Abbott warns that some of its blood sugar monitors may need replacement due to incorrect readings
July 25, 2024 by The Associated Press This image provided by Abbott shows how to identify the lot or serial number on a FreeStyle Libre 3 glucose monitors to determine whether the sensor inside is one of those being recalled by the company, Wednesday, July 24, 2024. The medical device maker said some sensors on...
Wearable devices may increase health anxiety, atrial fibrillation study finds
JULY 24, 2024 by University of North Carolina Health Care Credit: CC0 Public DomainUsing a wearable device, such as a smart watch, to track health data and symptoms, is supposed to help people monitor their health and address symptoms as quickly as possible to spur positive health outcomes. But for people with atrial fibrillation, also...
Study debunks link between moderate drinking and longer life
JULY 25, 2024 by Amy Norton, Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Probably everyone has heard the conventional wisdom that a glass of wine a day is good for you—or you’ve heard some variation of it. The problem is that it’s based on flawed scientific research, according to a new...
What Medications Can Cause Leg Cramps At Night, And How Can You Treat or Prevent Them?
Written by Stacia Woodcock, PharmD | Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MD Updated on April 24, 2024 Key takeaways: Long-acting beta agonist inhalers, diuretics, and statin are among the medications most likely to cause leg cramps at night.Pregnancy, heart conditions, and liver or kidney problems can also make leg cramps more likely. Often, once your health...
Over 10 Medications Can Cause Lung Damage, Shortness of Breath, or Low Oxygen Levels
Written by Khama Ennis, MD, MPH, FACEP | Reviewed by Sophie Vergnaud, MD, Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPSUpdated on May 7, 2024 Key takeaways: Rarely, medications can cause new breathing problems or worsen lung conditions you already have.Some people are at a higher risk than others — especially those with lung disease, a history of...
The Disturbing Sexual Trend With Real Health Consequences
Rachel S. Rubin, MD DISCLOSURES | July 23, 2024 This transcript has been edited for clarity. Rachel S. Rubin, MD: Hi. I’m Dr Rachel Rubin, urologist and sexual medicine specialist in the Washington, DC, area. Welcome back to another episode of Sex Matters. I have an interesting topic for you — kind of shocking, actually....
Fruit may be the easiest way to shield your brain from depression as you age
HEALTH & WELLBEING By Bronwyn ThompsonJuly 23, 2024 Science suggests that three a day can benefit your mental wellbeing in later lifeDepositphotos If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then a new study suggests upsizing this to a fruit salad may offer even more – by significantly lowering the risk of depressive symptoms...
Marijuana use while pregnant could raise odds for complications
JULY 23, 2024 by Ernie Mundell There’s a slight but significant rise in dangerous obstetric complications for pregnant women who use marijuana, new research shows. Data from almost 317,000 pregnancies in women in California found those who used the drug had higher odds for gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, weight gain that goes beyond recommended levels and...
Consider Risks, Toxicity of Some Topical Ingredients in Infants, Young Children
Medscape Medical News > Conference News > SPD 2024 Pauline Anderson July 19, 2024 TORONTO — Lawrence A. Schachner, MD, would like pediatric dermatologists to adopt a “toxic agent of the year” to raise awareness about the potential harm related to certain topical treatments in babies and young children. Schachner, director of the Division of...