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Month: January 2020
2019-2020 Flu Season on Track to Be Especially Severe, New CDC Data Suggests
The current flu season is on track be one of the worst in years, Director of the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases Dr. Anthony Fauci told CNN. CNN reports that Fauci says the 2019-2020 flu season is on track to be as severe as the 2018-2017 season, which was the deadliest in at … Read more
What is the link between depression and anger?
Some people with depression also experience anger. Here, learn about the connection between depression and anger and the available treatment options. View original article Contributor:
Chest pains during pregnancy: What to know
A range of factors can cause chest pain during pregnancy, and some are more serious than others. Here, learn about these issues and when to see a doctor. View original article Contributor:
You don’t buckle up in the back seat of ride-hailing cars and taxis? That could be a fatal mistake.
Not wearing seat belts in the back can lead to more serious injuries and even death, studies warn. A push is on to change that habit. View original article Contributor: Jenni Bergal
Why more kids are learning — and enjoying — yoga
Just like with adults, the discipline improves flexibility, balance, strength and cardiovascular health. It also provides mental and emotional benefits. View original article Contributor: Brianna Randall
Nonprofits, medical profession tackle human trafficking as a health-care crisis
There’s a growing push among doctors, paramedics, ERs and others to end this modern-day version of slavery. View original article Contributor: Erin Blakemore
What causes Alzheimer’s? Not toxic amyloid, new study suggests
The findings of a new study suggest that the accumulation of toxic beta-amyloid proteins in the brain may not be the cause of Alzheimer’s disease. View original article Contributor:
Scientists draw closer to a dementia vaccine
A new mouse study uses a two-pronged approach to designing a vaccine for dementia. The results are encouraging, and a clinical trial may be on the horizon. View original article Contributor:
What to know about vasovagal syncope
Vasovagal syncope is fainting that occurs in response to a sudden drop in blood pressure or heart rate. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatment here. View original article Contributor: