Obesity in young boys can cause delays in mental and physical growth and development, which is quite the opposite of their female counterparts. These setbacks can lead to low self-esteem issues and make matters worse for severely overweight males, since obese children are often the subject of ridicule among their peers. According to a study [...]
It’s very possible that our ever-increasing waistlines are affected not only by what we put into our mouth, but when we partake in meals. A recent study endeavored to prove that choosing the right time to eat could make a difference in the amount of weight we gain.
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Corporate wellness programs are not a new trend, but they certainly are picking up speed as more employers recognize that prevention and interventions that reduce employees’ health risk factors may be the key to not only a healthier and more productive work force, but also lower health care costs. In fact, studies have shown that [...]
Need for substance abuse treatment could double by 2020, report shows
Cincinnati-based consumer product giant, Proctor & Gamble Company, just voluntarily recalled about 700,000 units of Vicks Dayquil cold medicine. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall was initiated based on the discovery that the packaging for the medication was not child proof. The company has informed both the Consumer Product Safety Commission [...]
For many Americans, the phrase “Life’s a Blur” is more than just a statement, it is reality. Today, 17 percent more Americans suffer from a condition called myopia than 30 years ago. Our close encounters with computers everyday could be one of the main reasons.
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While it is normal for federal officials to see a rise in serious pneumococcal disease seasonally, along with flu cases, the trend this year differs from the past. According to Dr. Anne Schuchat, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, pneumonia cases are being reported at [...]
If you or someone you love has ever been found to have a severe medical problem, an ID bracelet is often recommended to the patient in case of any type of emergency so paramedic crews are able to get to that person first and know right away which medications they are taking, procedures he or [...]
A new study has proven promising for treating Down syndrome patients, based on positive reactions to treatment in mice that had memory deficits. The process of increasing levels of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine seemed to improve the thinking ability in mice, which could point to new treatments for Down syndrome patients.
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