Dec 31, 2013 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Troubled Launch of ‘Obamacare’ Tops Health News for 2013 December 30, 2013 | By Health Editor Twitter By E.J. MundellHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Dec. 27, 2013 (HealthDay News) — As 2013 nears to a close, the year’s top health news story — the fumbled debut of … Read more
FRIDAY, Dec. 27, 2013 (HealthDay News) — Caution is required when using portable bed rails because they put people at risk for falling or becoming trapped, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns. Portable bed rails attach to a normal, adult-sized bed, often by sliding a piece of the rail under the mattress or by … Read more
FRIDAY, Dec. 27, 2013 (HealthDay News) — People with cancer face a higher risk for serious flu-related complications, so getting vaccinated should be at the top of their to-do list this winter, an expert says. “The flu shot is recommended annually for cancer patients, as it is the most effective way to prevent influenza and … Read more
Dec 28, 2013 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Loosen Up! Arm Stretches for Tight Shoulders December 27, 2013 | By Hallie Levine Sklar Twitter To prevent or alleviate tight shoulders, try these three key stretches, courtesy of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Passive stretch Stand in a doorway, facing the frame, and … Read more
THURSDAY, Dec. 26, 2013 (HealthDay News) — Antibiotics for children that are covered by private insurance cost five times more in the United States than in the United Kingdom, where costs are covered by a government universal health plan. That’s the finding of researchers who looked at data from 160,000 U.S. and U.K. children younger … Read more
TUESDAY, Dec. 24, 2013 (HealthDay News) — A specific type of therapy helps reduce the number of migraines and migraine-related disabilities in children and teens, according to a new study. The findings provide strong evidence for the use of “cognitive behavioral therapy” — which includes training in coping with pain — in managing chronic migraines … Read more
Dec 25, 2013 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Eating Nuts During Pregnancy Might Help Prevent Allergies in Kids December 24, 2013 | By Health Editor Twitter By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Dec. 23 (HealthDay News) — Women who eat nuts during pregnancy — and who aren’t allergic themselves — are less likely to … Read more
MONDAY, Dec. 23, 2013 (HealthDay News) — The holidays are a potentially dangerous time for children with diabetes, an expert warns, and parents need to take steps to keep them safe. “It’s extremely important for parents to communicate with their child during the holidays to ensure the festivities are safe, but also fun,” Dr. Himala … Read more
FRIDAY, Dec. 20, 2013 (HealthDay News) — Carrying and lifting heavy luggage during the holidays can lead to neck, wrist, back and shoulder pain and injuries unless you take proper safety precautions, an orthopedic surgeon says. In 2012, nearly 54,000 luggage-related injuries occurred in the United States, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. … Read more