Health Topic Contributor CNN Bangladesh’s ‘Tree man’ has his hands backCNN(CNN) The “Tree man” is no longer. Thanks to some groundbreaking surgeries, he can go back to being Abul Bajandar, a 27-year-old father and husband from a small town in Bangladesh. Bajandar suffered from a rare condition that caused his hands to …‘Tree Man’ undergoes life-changing surgery to remove … Read more
Washington Post (blog) What do you hate most about the health system? Republicans will make it worse.Washington Post (blog)As they try to stop Republicans from repealing the Affordable Care Act, Democrats have a few central arguments they’re making to explain why repeal would be so catastrophic, none more vivid than the simple fact that Republicans … Read more
CBS News Maybe that workout can wait till the weekend?CNN(CNN) It has become a habit. Each week, the weekdays fly by so quickly that you find time to exercise only on Saturdays and Sundays. If you’re feeling guilty about your “weekend warrior” exercise schedule, stop. Even though it’s not ideal, packing the …Weekend exercise alone ‘has … Read more
Children born to mothers who take heartburn medication during pregnancy may have a greater risk of developing asthma, research suggests. Advice for expectant moms should not change based on these findings, the researchers say, but further studies are needed. View original article Author: Powered by WPeMatico
The Sun NHS rejects claims of ‘humanitarian crisis’ in England’s hospitalsBBC NewsThe NHS has disputed claims from the Red Cross that there is a “humanitarian crisis” in its hospitals in England. One of NHS England’s specialist directors said he thought the service was not “at that point” of crisis, but admitted demand was higher …Death … Read more
Press of Atlantic City State legislators want to expand mental health crisis services statewidePress of Atlantic CityThe demand for outpatient mental, behavioral and addiction services in New Jersey is outpacing the number of available programs and providers, but some experts. Legislators hope to change that. Assemblyman Gary Schaer, D-Passaic, Bergen, introduced … and more » View original … Read more
Herald Scotland Theresa May promises mental health care overhaulBBC NewsTheresa May is pledging to help schools and companies in England deal with the “hidden injustice” of mental illness. In a speech, the prime minister will announce extra training for teachers, more online self-checking for those with concerns and a …Theresa May pledges to tackle ‘stigma’ … Read more
News8000.com – WKBT Early introduction to peanuts prevents allergiesNews8000.com – WKBTLA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – New national guidelines say it may be beneficial to introduce children to peanuts when they are infants. Some studies suggest that instead of staying away from foods that seem to cause allergies, an early introduction may be …New Advice: Peanuts In … Read more
Chicago Tribune EPA encourages homeowners to test for cancer-causing radonWashington TimesOMAHA, Neb. (AP) – Checking your home for radon is important to protecting your family’s health. The Environmental Protection Agency is trying to raise awareness about radon. The odorless colorless radon gas is the nation’s second-leading cause of lung …Somerset County: January is National Radon Action … Read more
New York Daily News 9-year-old Detroit girl dies hours after routine tonsillectomyNew York Daily NewsSonia Gambrell, 27, wonders how her daughter could have died from cardiac arrest after a routine procedure. (Daniel Mears/AP). BY Megan Cerullo. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS. Sunday, January 8, 2017, 4:49 PM. The mother of a 9-year-old girl who died after …Family … Read more