Restless legs syndrome is incurable. Here's how to manage the symptoms
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological condition that affects about 7% of people.
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Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases: News and Research on Anemia, Hypochromic
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Early intervention with iron delivered intravenously during pregnancy found safe and effective treatment for anemia
Anemia during pregnancy is a common occurrence and often due to iron deficiency. It is a global public health problem, affecting an estimated 37% of pregnant individuals, according to the World Health Organization. Iron deficiency ...
Jan 31, 2025
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Why lead-tainted cinnamon products have turned up on shelves, and what questions consumers should ask
Spices bring up feelings of comfort, cultural belonging and holidays. They can make our homes smell amazing and our food taste delicious. They can satisfy our cravings, expand our culinary horizons and help us eat things ...
Nov 28, 2024
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Nutritionist offers advice on iron supplementation
Iron deficiency is common and can be debilitating. It mainly affects women. One in three premenopausal women are low in iron compared to just 5% of Australian men. Iron deficiency particularly affects teenage girls, women ...
Aug 27, 2024
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Evidence is still lacking for iron deficiency screening in pregnancy
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concludes that the current evidence is insufficient to weigh the balance of benefits and harms for recommending screening for iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in ...
Aug 20, 2024
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Research suggests preoperative iron infusions work better than blood transfusions for some anemic patients
In a rigorous medical records study covering tens of thousands of patients, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers conclude that some patients with preoperative anemia have better outcomes if they get iron infusions before surgery ...
Jul 25, 2024
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Rigorous new study debunks misconceptions about anemia and school attendance
In low- and middle-income countries, anemia reduction efforts are often touted as a way to improve educational outcomes and reduce poverty. A new study, co-authored by a global health economics expert from the University ...
Jun 18, 2024
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A disturbing trend in colon and rectal cancers
Over the past three decades, rates of colon and rectal cancers—collectively known as colorectal cancer—have steadily risen among people under the age of 50. It's particularly striking because rates have been declining among ...
Jun 11, 2024
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Study highlights importance of screening for rare inherited iron metabolism defects
Over 40% of cases curated based on stringent clinical and laboratory criteria from the Indian subcontinent have an inherited iron metabolism defect on comprehensive genomic evaluation, report investigators in The Journal ...
May 20, 2024
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Pediatrician explains why infants need baby formula instead of cow's milk
Many parents ask why they can't feed their baby regular cow's milk instead of breast milk or formula.
May 20, 2024
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