Attention deficit disorders
Q&A: How hormones and the menstrual cycle can affect women with ADHD
Have you noticed that your levels of attention may slightly change during your menstrual cycle?
Aug 17, 2023
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Health
Mushrooms are delicious, but potentially deadly
Winter is mushroom season in Australia. Early in the season, Victoria's Department of Health warned that for inexperienced foragers, it can be deadly—with cases of mushroom poisoning increasing around the world.
Aug 8, 2023
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Medications
Amid shortages, federal agencies ask drugmakers to boost output of ADHD meds
While demand for prescription stimulants is surging, a shortage of the drugs persists, so federal officials have stepped in and asked drug companies to ramp up production of the medications.
Aug 2, 2023
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Health
'Eggsplosions' and eyes don't mix
Putting a hard-boiled egg in the microwave is making users popular on TikTok, but that fame could come with a hefty price.
Jul 31, 2023
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Medications
The latest in RSV protection for kids: An antibody treatment called Beyfortus
Parents in the U.S. can breathe a sigh of relief: The FDA has approved a new drug that can protect infants and toddlers from RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) throughout the virus season.
Jul 28, 2023
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Health
How to train your body for hot weather if you are active or work outdoors
Global warming is making outdoor activities challenging—especially exercise. Indeed, we have a very small buffer to tolerate an increase in body heat. A rise in core temperature of only three degrees Celcius can be life-threatening, ...
Jul 27, 2023
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Neuroscience
Brain injuries may affect women worse than men—concussion spotters to Women's World Cup could prove vital
The matches at the 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup will be watched by concussion spotters for the first time. These medical staff will attempt to identify potential concussions that may have been overlooked by the officials on ...
Jul 20, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Expert discusses heat exhaustion and heatstroke
Extreme heat continues to cause issues across the country and the globe. As the temperature rises, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses, like heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Over the past 30 years, extreme heat has ...
Jul 18, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
West Nile virus: What you need to know
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed reports of West Nile virus in 10 states. The bite of an infected mosquito most commonly spreads the virus.
Jul 5, 2023
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Medications
Study finds antipsychotic medication prescriptions for children sharply declined between 2008 and 2016
Antipsychotic prescription medication for children has declined significantly, according to a Rutgers study that found a 43 percent drop for Medicaid-enrolled children from 45 states.
Jul 5, 2023
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