Infection in the first year of life can be deadly for an infant, and antibiotic treatment is often the first port of call. But such treatment may have a downside; new research from the University of South Carolina finds early … Read More »
Impaired sexual activity and sexual function problems are more common among young women than men in the year following a heart attack, finds a study published in JAMA Cardiology. More women than men who reported no sexual problems at study … Read More »
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Aug. 29, 2016 (HealthDay News) — Most American adults who suffer from depression aren’t getting treatment, a new study finds. After screening survey data on more than 46,000 people, researchers found that 8 percent … Read More »
The concept of metabolically healthy obesity – obese individuals who may not be at an increased risk for metabolic complications – has been the subject of much debate over the past 15 years, with some scientists questioning if it even … Read More »
Parents may think that they will only be dealing with acne during their child’s teen years, but no. Some parents may just get a quick glimpse into the teen years as soon as their new baby comes home. Many babies … Read More »
Strollers and baby carriers are essential resources for parents to transport babies and infants safely while on the move. However, a study by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, … Read More »
By Don Rauf HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Aug. 17, 2016 (HealthDay News) — Despite concerns that the stimulants used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) might raise the risk of drug abuse, new research suggests the medications are linked with less risky … Read More »
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Aug. 15, 2016 (HealthDay News) — Despite decades of warnings from the “Back to Sleep” campaign, many parents are still putting their babies to sleep in ways that raise the risk of sudden infant … Read More »
Milk is the perfect health food, right? It strengthens your bones, boosts your immune function, and helps you build a healthy, disease-free body. At least that’s what the dairy industry would like you to believe. The reality, however, is somewhat … Read More »
Junk food is a significant contributor to the skyrocketing rates of childhood obesity, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Children are exposed to food advertising – including junk food commercials – multiple times a day. Researchers have … Read More »