Archive: 13/10/2018

DR Congo identifies 'second wave' of Ebola in east

A second wave of the Ebola virus has been confirmed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where an initial outbreak has already killed 125 people, a minister said Saturday.

Oct 13, 2018

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Despite crisis patients perceive opioids as superior and expect them for postsurgical pain

Even with concerns about addiction, side effects and the other risks of opioids dominating headlines, a study presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2018 annual meeting found people expect to be prescribed opioids and perceive them ...

Oct 13, 2018

New DNA-based test approved to help verify blood compatibility

(HealthDay)—The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the ID CORE XT DNA-based test to help doctors verify blood compatibility before a transfusion.

Oct 13, 2018

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A child's eyes may be a window into later heart disease risk

Having optimal cardiovascular health as a child could predict the health of tiny blood vessels in the eye in adulthood—a finding that could serve as an early marker of heart disease, according to new research.

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Vaccines are critical if you have diabetes

(HealthDay)—If you have diabetes, you need all recommended vaccinations, the American Association of Diabetes Educators says.

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Many supplements contain unapproved, dangerous ingredients: study

(HealthDay)—U.S. health officials have issued more than 700 warnings during the last decade about the sale of dietary supplements that contain unapproved and potentially dangerous drug ingredients, new research reveals.

Oct 13, 2018

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Medical marijuana might help MS patients, but uncertainty remains

Medical products derived from marijuana might have a mild benefit in treating symptoms of multiple sclerosis, based on reports from patients.

Oct 13, 2018

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Too fat to fight: Pentagon grapples with obesity epidemic

Forget about the high-tech military challenges from China and Russia, the Pentagon is facing a fast-growing national security threat that could be even trickier to tackle: America's obesity crisis.

Oct 13, 2018