What people with heart disease should know about vaccines today In some ways, the link between viruses, vaccines and heart health is simple. Oct 9, 2023 0 13
Should children with diabetes or pre-diabetes go on a low-carb diet? A child's diet is important because it helps them grow, stay healthy and have the energy to play, learn and do the things they love. If you're the parent or caregiver of a child with diabetes—or one who faces risks for ... Oct 9, 2023 0 23
Teaching expectant mothers to bond with their babies Up to a third of mothers don't bond well with their babies after birth, causing intense emotional distress to both mother and baby. Now researchers have found that they can train at-risk expectant mothers to recognize and ... Oct 9, 2023 0 1
Stigmatization takes a major toll on those living with skin diseases across Europe, says study A major pan-European study has revealed that almost all patients affected by skin diseases face embarrassment, with the psychological burden compounding the physical impact of living with the disease. Oct 9, 2023 0 1
Misogyny in medicine impacts us all Over the last week or so, there has been widespread condemnation of a letter to the editor penned by a retired British anesthetist and published in a U.K. newspaper. Oct 9, 2023 0 9
Most seniors with RSV-linked hospitalization are aged ≥75, according to research Most respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-associated hospitalizations among seniors aged ≥60 years occur in those aged ≥75 years, and although RSV is less common among seniors, it is associated with more severe disease than ... Oct 9, 2023 0 1
SMART alcohol recovery meetings appeal to those with more social, economic stability, lower spiritual leanings: Study Certain characteristics of people seeking remission from alcohol use disorder (AUD) are linked to their choice of recovery meeting, a new study suggests. Informal peer recovery groups—mutual-help organizations—play a ... Oct 9, 2023 0 0
Burnout increasing among physicians in the United States The physician burnout rate in the United States is increasing, according to a study published online Oct. 6 in JAMA Network Open. Oct 9, 2023 1 3
Flu shot season is here: Why you (and your kids) need one It's time to get the flu shot. They're important not just for adults, but also for children, and keeping the whole family safe, according to an expert in pediatrics. Oct 9, 2023 0 9
What every woman needs to know about breast cancer screening Catching breast cancer early is key to making it easier to treat and survive, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). Oct 9, 2023 0 1