Health
Scores got sick, 1 died trying to kill bedbugs
(AP) -- Worried about bedbugs? Maybe you should be more concerned about the insecticides used to get rid of them.
Sep 22, 2011
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News tagged with breathing problems
Inflammatory disorders
Millions treated for asthma may be misdiagnosed
(Medical Xpress)—It's estimated that more than 26 million Americans have been diagnosed with asthma, but there is growing concern that many are being misdiagnosed or under-diagnosed and may be suffering from untreated conditions.
Sep 30, 2013
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Pediatrics
Apgar scores 'within the normal range' linked to higher risks of illness and death
Apgar scores of 7, 8, and 9 (considered to be within the normal range) are associated with higher risks of illness and even death in newborns, finds a large study from Sweden published by The BMJ today.
May 7, 2019
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Medical research
Heart tests are overprescribed, study finds
In cardiac care, the mantra is fast becoming circumstance, circumstance, circumstance.
Aug 2, 2011
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Cardiology
Artificial intelligence-enhanced ECGs may speed heart failure diagnosis and treatment
When people seek emergency care for shortness of breath, a routine electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI) is better than standard blood tests at determining if the cause is heart failure, ...
Aug 4, 2020
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Medications
FDA approves 9 generic versions of nerve pain drug Lyrica
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first generic copies of a popular, pricey pill for nerve pain.
Jul 22, 2019
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Oncology & Cancer
Early-stage lung cancer treatments evaluated in patients with breathing problems
(Medical Xpress) -- The Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine is seeking patients for a clinical study to determine the best treatment for patients with ...
Apr 10, 2012
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Beta-blockers could reduce the risk of COPD exacerbations
Beta-blockers could be used to reduce the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations, according to new findings.
Mar 11, 2016
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Trial suggests inducing labor over 'wait and see' approach for late term pregnancies
Inducing labour at 41 weeks in low risk pregnancies is associated with a lower risk of newborn death compared with expectant management (a "wait and see" approach) until 42 weeks, suggests a trial published by The BMJ.
Nov 20, 2019
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Health
Seven percent of children in orthodontic care at 'high risk' for sleep disorders, according to new research
A child who is restless, hyperactive and can't concentrate could have a problem rooted in a source parents might not suspect: a sleep disorder.
Aug 21, 2018
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