Specter of possible new virus emerging from central China raises alarms across Asia
At least 59 people have been diagnosed with viral pneumonia of “unknown cause,” say authorities in the city of Wuhan. View original article Contributor: Gerry Shih
Month: January 2020
After a Measles Scare, Seattle Cracks Down on Vaccine Compliance
At a time when states and school districts are trying to increase vaccination rates, an aggressive strategy in Seattle appears to be paying off. View original article Contributor:
What to know about brain atrophy
Brain atrophy can refer to a loss of brain cells or a loss in the number of connections between these cells. In this article, learn about the symptoms of brain atrophy, as well as some causes and treatments. View original article Contributor:
Anxiety and loss of appetite: What is the link?
While some people with anxiety tend to overeat, others have little or no appetite. Learn more about the link between anxiety and appetite loss here. View original article Contributor:
Mindfulness could help us unlearn fear
Recent research adds to the evidence that mindfulness practice may enable us to eradicate unhelpful fears — and continue to keep them at bay. View original article Contributor:
Bill would increase access to alternative health care – WQOW TV News 18
Bill would increase access to alternative health care WQOW TV News 18 >View original article Contributor:
Art Caplan Talks Netflix’s ’The Goop Lab’ – wgbh.org
Art Caplan Talks Netflix’s ’The Goop Lab’ wgbh.org >View original article Contributor:
International Year of the Nurse and Midwife 2020
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared 2020 as the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife, in honour of the bicentenary of the birth of the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale. Worldwide, nurses and midwives play a vital role in providing health services, and they can often be the first and only point … Read more
Cancer Death Rate Is in Steady Decline Among Americans
Breakthrough treatments for lung cancer and melanoma have driven down mortality overall. But progress has slowed for other cancers. View original article Contributor:
Dried Fruit, Oats and Coffee: Answers to Your Sugar Questions
Our 7-Day Sugar Challenge prompted a number of questions about cutting added sugar from our daily diet. View original article Contributor: