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Healthy oils at home and when eating out

Published April 12, 2022 When thinking about nutrition, some people think that all fats are bad, but this is not true. Fats are important to a healthy eating plan; the important thing is knowing the right kinds to use, and this is easier when preparing food at home than when eating in restaurants. Read More about Why life expectancy in the US is falling Diseases & Conditions

Why life expectancy in the US is falling

Published October 20, 2022 Life expectancy is one measure of the general health of a population. In the US, life expectancy had been climbing for more than a century - until the pandemic. After dropping in 2020, it dropped again in 2021, and some population groups fared worse than others. Read More about Breakthrough in brain stimulation offers cautious hope for depression Mind & Mood

Breakthrough in brain stimulation offers cautious hope for depression

Published October 19, 2022 Transcranial magnetic stimulation helps some people with treatment-resistant depression, but the process takes multiple weeks and gets results in only about a third of those who try it. A new approach to delivering this therapy showed promise in a small study. Read More about How well do colonoscopies prevent colorectal cancer What you need to know Staying Healthy

How well do colonoscopies prevent colorectal cancer What you need to know

Published October 18, 2022 Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death among Americans. A recent study raised questions about the value of screening colonoscopy, which can identify and remove precancerous growths, and our experts weigh in with answers. Read More about How can you find joy or at least peace during difficult times Mind & Mood

How can you find joy or at least peace during difficult times

Published October 17, 2022 When people are going through difficult times, it's normal to feel a lack of joy. But even while struggling, the ability to find moments of joy can have profound and far-reaching effects on the mind and body. Read More about The mental health crisis among children and teens How parents can help Child & Teen Health

The mental health crisis among children and teens How parents can help

Published March 8, 2022 Alarming rates of anxiety and depression are affecting children and teens across the US. While calls are made to expand much-needed programs and access to services, there are actions parents can take today to support their children's mental health. Read More about The latest thinking on dry eye treatments Diseases & Conditions

The latest thinking on dry eye treatments

Published October 13, 2022 Dry eye disease can redden eyes and make them sting, burn, or hurt. Relief may require a combination of strategies. Read More about What s the relationship between memory loss and driving Mind & Mood

What s the relationship between memory loss and driving

Published October 12, 2022 Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia affect all the regions of the brain involved in driving, but whether or not a person should give up driving depends on the severity of the disease and the specific cognitive abilities that are impaired. Read More about Inflammatory bowel disease Issues outside the gut Diseases & Conditions

Inflammatory bowel disease Issues outside the gut

Published October 11, 2022 Nearly half of all people with inflammatory bowel disease have symptoms that occur outside of the gastrointestinal tract. These conditions, known as extraintestinal manifestations (EIMs), can affect the musculoskeletal system, eyes, lungs, and other areas of the body. Read More about Prostate cancer Can imaging substitute for repeat biopsies during active surveillance Men's Health

Prostate cancer Can imaging substitute for repeat biopsies during active surveillance

Published October 7, 2022 Men with lower-risk prostate cancer often opt for active surveillance, which involves regular testing and biopsies to check for possible tumor growth. A newer type of imaging may reduce the frequency of repeat biopsies for some men, but there are concerns about its limitations. Read More about New advice on melatonin use in children Child & Teen Health

New advice on melatonin use in children

Published October 6, 2022 Melatonin is a popular over-the-counter sleep aid. But because it is sold as a dietary supplement it is not regulated, and recent warnings include reports of melatonin overdoses in children. If parents need help getting their child to sleep, there are other things they can try first. Read More about How to choose period products Women's Health

How to choose period products

Published October 5, 2022 While period products are often single-use items like tampons and pads, reusable products are gaining in popularity. Deciding which products to use depends on how a person feels about cost, comfort, safety, and environmental impact. Read More about Vaccines against the flu and COVID-19 What you need to know Staying Healthy

Vaccines against the flu and COVID-19 What you need to know

Published October 4, 2022 Autumn is when infectious respiratory diseases start to spread more readily. That's why October is the ideal time to boost your immunity against the viruses that cause flu and COVID-19. Read More about Treatments for rheumatoid arthritis may lower dementia risk Diseases & Conditions

Treatments for rheumatoid arthritis may lower dementia risk

Published October 3, 2022 Inflammation is the hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis, and is also thought to play a role in the development of dementia. Could the inflammation-suppressing medicines for RA lower risk of dementia? Some research points in that direction, but more is needed. Read More about Scoring highly on Alternative Healthy Eating Index lowers risk for many illnesses Nutrition

Scoring highly on Alternative Healthy Eating Index lowers risk for many illnesses

Published February 8, 2022 Most of us know a healthy diet reduces the risk of heart disease but may not know it's possible to choose a combination of foods that help lower risks for many illnesses. An index created by researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health grades food choices and it's easy to incorporate components of this into daily eating habits. Read More about Can self-employment promote better cardiovascular health for women Women's Health

Can self-employment promote better cardiovascular health for women

Published September 29, 2022 Being self-employed can offer advantages like flexibility and autonomy in a person's work life. Now, data from a long-term health study suggests that self-employment may provide another benefit for some women: improved health outcomes. Read More about Why is it so challenging to find a primary care physician Staying Healthy

Why is it so challenging to find a primary care physician

Published September 28, 2022 An adequate supply of primary care physicians is essential for our health care system to function properly, but it's becoming more and more difficult to find one. Rates of burnout are high among PCPs, and many are considering cutting back their work hours or leaving altogether. Read More about Harvard Health Ad Watch A new injection treatment for eczema Diseases & Conditions

Harvard Health Ad Watch A new injection treatment for eczema

Published September 27, 2022 Existing treatments for a type of eczema called atopic dermatitis include creams and ointments, some containing steroids. An ad for a new injected medication pitches its skin-clearing capability, but that isn't the whole story. Read More about 3 simple swaps for better heart health Heart Health

3 simple swaps for better heart health

Published September 26, 2022 A busy schedule can make it challenging to adhere to heart-healthy habits, but there are steps you can take that don't require much time and can fit easily into almost anyone's life. Read More about I m too young to have Alzheimer s disease or dementia right Mind & Mood

I m too young to have Alzheimer s disease or dementia right

Published June 20, 2022 Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are something we think of as diseases of old age. Memory loss is a common symptom, and something that people in midlife also experience - but young onset dementia is very uncommon. Read More about Asking about guns in houses where your child plays Child & Teen Health

Asking about guns in houses where your child plays

Published September 22, 2022 Between 2015 and 2020, there were more than 2,000 unintentional shootings in the US by children under 18. Parents can help reduce the chance of an accidental shooting by asking about gun security at homes where their children play. Read More about Behavioral weight loss interventions Do they work in primary care Staying Healthy

Behavioral weight loss interventions Do they work in primary care

Published September 21, 2022 Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is a major health issue. An analysis of data from multiple studies found that when weight management interventions were delivered in primary care settings, participants lost more weight and kept it off longer. Read More about Who needs treatment for ocular hypertension Diseases & Conditions

Who needs treatment for ocular hypertension

Updated September 22, 2022 High pressure in the eyes puts a person at greater risk of developing glaucoma, but does everyone with higher than normal eye pressure need to be treated? A major long-term study provides some clues. Read More about The popularity of microdosing of psychedelics What does the science say Mind & Mood

The popularity of microdosing of psychedelics What does the science say

Published September 19, 2022 Renewed research into the potential benefits of psychedelic drugs has led to interest in microdosing - taking a fraction of a regular dose. Many people believe that microdosing can help them, but the evidence from some recent studies is mixed. Result 1 - 24 of 2777

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