THURSDAY, Feb. 2, 2023 (HealthDay News) — If your dog is bigger, male and a purebred, it may get a diagnosis of cancer earlier in its life compared to other dogs, a new study finds. A dog’s size, gender and breed appear to affect its average age at cancer diagnosis,Continue Reading
TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Black and Hispanic women who work as hairdressers are exposed to an array of chemicals, including many that have not been previously identified, a small study finds. Researchers found that compared with women of color in office jobs, hair stylists had higher levelsContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Tying the knot is now tied to healthier aging brains: People who stay married for the long haul may gain some protection from dementia, a new study suggests. Researchers found that compared with both divorced people and lifelong singles, older adults in aContinue Reading
MONDAY, Jan. 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Treatments for gum disease may have little benefit for heavy smokers, new research shows. The study findings suggest the need to rethink treatment of the common gum disease periodontitis, according to researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark. “To our surprise, we could seeContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Jan. 28, 2023 (HealthDay News) — It’s possible to prevent heartworms in many of your furry friends — dogs, cats and ferrets, specifically. Heading off a severe and sometimes deadly illness simply requires regular, year-round preventive treatment through a pill, injection or topical medication, according to the U.S. FoodContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) — When it comes to tobacco control, some states do a far better job than others of preventing and reducing smoking. A new report from the American Lung Association (ALA) notes that California, Maine, Massachusetts and Washington, D.C., are doing the best job ofContinue Reading
MONDAY, Jan. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Intravenous (IV) lines are generally associated with medical centers — picture a patient in a hospital bed, an IV drip-dropping needed fluids, nutrients and medicines into their arm. But millions now are receiving IV treatments at home, and a new study warns thatContinue Reading
SUNDAY, Jan. 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The key to keeping those New Year’s resolutions from fading out by February: Make sure you’ve set achievable goals. Resolutions are often lifestyle changes and those are best managed when the goal is something attainable, according to an expert at Baylor College ofContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Jan. 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Worries that clergy will urge depressed congregants to rely on prayer and not other mental health care appear to be unfounded. A nationwide survey found that 90% of clergy members embraced a medical understanding of the causes and treatment of depression. About 10%Continue Reading
FRIDAY, Jan. 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) – Despite tobacco industry claims, a new study found that banning menthol-flavored cigarettes did not lead to more people purchasing illicit smokes. Researchers at the University of Waterloo surveyed smokers to study the impact of a menthol cigarette ban in Canada. Smokers of bothContinue Reading
MONDAY, Jan. 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Giving up nicotine can be a brutal experience that can include everything from physical symptoms, such as headache and nausea, to mood issues, including irritability, anxiety and depression. Yet, it is still possible to get through nicotine withdrawal symptoms with a good planContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Jan. 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Herbal cigarettes: They carry a certain “coolness factor” and sound like they might be a healthier alternative to tobacco, but are they really safer to smoke? Not really, experts say. “Even herbal cigarettes with no tobacco give off tar, particulates and carbon monoxide,Continue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 4, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Sometimes it really does “take a village” to help you meet life’s challenges, and quitting smoking can be one of the toughest challenges out there. That’s why specially designed smoking-cessation programs can make all the difference, experts say. Many programs employ a combinationContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Jan. 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Giving up cigarettes can be excruciating, with cravings and withdrawal symptoms lingering for weeks, especially if you aren’t strongly motivated. Yet, just minutes after that first smoke-free breath, your body starts to change for the better. And with all the healthy breaths youContinue Reading