Gerontology & Geriatrics
How to find a caregiver: A guide
Choosing a caregiver for a loved one is a decision no one takes lightly.
Mar 23, 2023
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One-third of students' diets affected by lack of funds
(Medical Xpress)—More than a third of university students say their diets have been affected by a lack of funds, according to the results of a new Massey University/Westpac survey.
Jun 11, 2013
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Firearm retailers and law enforcement show support for providing safe storage options
A new study discloses that firearm retailers and law enforcement agencies support providing firearm storage to their community.
Apr 6, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Swiss lift most COVID-19 restrictions as infections decline
Switzerland on Wednesday became the latest European country to ease coronavirus restrictions, including ending health checks for incoming travelers and the need to have COVID-19 passes to enter many public venues.
Feb 16, 2022
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Report: Premium hikes for top Medicare drug plans
(AP)—A study says seniors in seven of the 10 most popular Medicare prescription drug plans will be hit with double-digit premium hikes next year if they don't shop for a better deal.
Sep 25, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Health check can spot psychologically vulnerable persons
If mental health was made part of a health check, then it would be possible to detect vulnerable people who have not received assistance from doctors or psychologists for their psychological problems. This is shown by a new ...
Mar 23, 2018
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Trial results 'do not support the use of general health checks', warn experts
Researchers have found that routine general health checks, which have become common practice in some countries, do not reduce the number of deaths from cardiovascular disease or cancer. They do, however, increase the number ...
Nov 20, 2012
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Advice to breastfeed exclusively for 6 months may be 'unhelpful' and too idealistic
Advising women to breastfeed exclusively for six months may be "unhelpful" and far too idealistic, suggests a qualitative study of new mothers, their partners, and close relatives, published in the online journal BMJ Open.
Mar 15, 2012
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Pediatrics
Put your child's health on the back-to-school checklist
Books and uniforms shouldn't be the only thing on parents' back-to-school checklist.
Jan 24, 2014
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Wuhan urges people to stay away in bid to contain China virus
The Chinese city at the centre of the fight against a SARS-like virus outbreak has told people to stay away, cancelling major Lunar New Year events as medical staff handled patients in full-body protective suits and officials ...
Jan 22, 2020
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