Clean pools can still pose health hazards
(HealthDay)—Nothing seems better on a hot day than hopping into a cool swimming pool.
Jun 2, 2016
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Refugees aren't getting needed surgeries
(HealthDay)—Millions of refugees aren't getting the surgery they need, researchers report.
Jun 2, 2016
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Oregon allows sale of pot edibles, oils to general public
Medical marijuana dispensaries in Oregon may now legally sell edibles and extracts to recreational users who do not have a medical marijuana card.
Jun 2, 2016
Study shows that mortality is much lower in those who have obesity surgery compared with those who don't
A study of almost 49 000 obese patients shows that those who do not have obesity surgery are much more likely to die from any cause than those who do have surgery, after an average of 5 year's follow-up. The study, presented ...
Jun 2, 2016
'Bitter brake' activates gut hormones and suppresses food intake
New research presented at the European Obesity Summit in Gothenburg (1-4 June) shows that a New Zealand produced bitter plant extract can supress food intake by stimulating the secretion of gut peptide hormones involved in ...
Jun 2, 2016
Current apps on weight management have not been certified by authorities, no published data on their effectiveness
Overweight and obese people are turning to a multitude of smartphone apps to help them lose weight. But new research presented at the European Obesity Summit (Gothenburg, Sweden, June 1-4) says that only 17 (0.5%) of the ...
Jun 2, 2016
