Coronavirus strikes men, older people the hardest (HealthDay)—The coronavirus is on the cusp of becoming a global pandemic and experts say that if it does, older people and men could be most at risk for serious illness and death. Feb 28, 2020 0 201
Could sunshine lower blood pressure? Study offers enlightenment Exposure to sunshine is linked to lower blood pressure, says a new study that included hundreds of thousands of patients at dialysis clinics across the United States. But don't use this news as an excuse to book a beach vacation ... Feb 28, 2020 0 75
CDC makes changes to coronavirus testing efforts (HealthDay)—Just how prepared the United States is to quell an outbreak of coronavirus on American soil came into question on Thursday, as federal officials changed guidelines for testing after a whistleblower complaint. ... Feb 28, 2020 0 74
House approves bill to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes Moving to stem a vaping epidemic among young people, the House has approved a bill to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes and other flavored tobacco products. Feb 28, 2020 0 29
Certified medical homes tied to better diabetes outcomes (HealthDay)—Primary care practices certified as medical homes have more practice systems and higher performance on diabetes care versus uncertified practices, according to a study published in the January/February issue of ... Feb 28, 2020 0 41
Unintended pregnancy rates higher among women with disabilities, study says Pregnancies among women with disabilities are 42% more likely to be unintended than pregnancies among women without disabilities, says a new report published in the journal Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health. Feb 28, 2020 0 49
US reports first drug shortage tied to virus outbreak Health officials reported the first U.S. drug shortage tied to the viral outbreak that is disrupting production in China, but they declined to identify the manufacturer or the product. Feb 28, 2020 0 60
Scientists discover three genes associated with fatal lung disease Researchers at the Universities of Leicester and Nottingham have discovered parts of the DNA that put some people at higher risk of an incurable lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The findings are published ... Feb 28, 2020 0 70
Inflammatory conditions of skin, bowel may be linked (HealthDay)—There appears to be a link between hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a review published in the February issue of the International Journal of Dermatology. Feb 28, 2020 1 82
Taking strides to better cardiovascular health Running a marathon may sound overwhelming, but it could be the key to better health. First-time marathon runners significantly improved their cardiovascular health during training for a 26.2-mile race, according to a recent ... Feb 28, 2020 0 46