Archive: 09/07/2019

Poor quality social relationships linked to bone loss in postmenopausal women

Poor quality social relationships that contribute to psychosocial stress may be associated with bone loss in postmenopausal women, suggests research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.

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Fall in GP antibiotic prescribing has been slowest for older patients and those with an unclear diagnosis

GP in England are prescribing fewer antibiotics and when they prescribe them they are increasingly choosing drugs that target a narrow range of organisms rather than broad spectrum antibiotics, suggests new research from ...

Jul 9, 2019

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Hinge-like protein may open new doors in cystic fibrosis treatment

In recent decades, treatment options for people with cystic fibrosis have improved dramatically. The newest drugs, known as potentiators, target a protein called cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator, which ...

Jul 9, 2019

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Symptom-triggered medication for neonatal opioid withdrawal yields shorter hospital stays

A study led by researchers at Boston Medical Center (BMC) found that symptom-triggered medication dosing for neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome instead of infants receiving a fixed schedule of medication with a long taper ...

Jul 9, 2019

The growing need for bone marrow donors

Close to 5,000 people in the U.S. undergo a bone marrow transplant annually. Also known as a stem cell transplant, this procedure replaces damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy cells.

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Should you try allergen immunotherapy?

(HealthDay)—If you're constantly sneezing and sniffling even though you take allergy medication to relieve symptoms, you may want to consider immunotherapy.

Jul 9, 2019

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Eye drops, ointments sold at Walgreens recalled

(HealthDay)—A number of over-the-counter eye products sold at Walgreens have been recalled by manufacturer Altaire Pharmaceuticals because the products may not be sterile.

Jul 9, 2019

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Parent who listens can help kids thrive despite trauma

(HealthDay)—Heartfelt talks between parent and child are essential to help kids overcome tough times and do their best at school, a new study says.

Jul 9, 2019

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Light therapy could replace opioids as main treatment for cancer treatment side effect

A worldwide coalition of researchers and clinicians has agreed that light therapy is among the most effective interventions for the prevention of oral mucositis, painful ulcers in the mouth resulting from cancer therapy.

Jul 9, 2019

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A guide to gift shopping that's good for your health

(HealthDay)—Shopping for a gift for a friend or loved one? Instead of wracking your brain over which sweater to buy, keep in mind that gifts for good health are always the right size.

Jul 9, 2019

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