Men typically don’t want to discuss mental health issues, much less get treatment for one. That’s a problem, given how many males struggle with mental health problems: Six million American men suffer from depression every year, while 3 million struggle with anxiety disorder, according to Mental Health America. Beyond that, 90% of those diagnosed with… read on > read on >
Many transplant centers routinely practice “list-diving,” when the top candidate among potential organ recipients is skipped in favor of someone further down the list, new research shows. The top candidate is ranked that way based on an objective algorithm using age, waiting time and other factors, while choosing someone else happens with little oversight or… read on > read on >
If you’re among the millions of women who experience a vaginal yeast infection each year, you know that fast relief is a top priority. Here, experts explain what a yeast infection is and the symptoms you can expect, plus they share the best treatments for getting rid of a yeast infection quickly. What is a… read on > read on >
Understanding different parenting styles can help you pick the right one as you navigate the challenges of child-rearing. Here, experts explain what an authoritarian parenting style is, examples of authoritarian parenting techniques, and what authoritarian discipline looks like. You’ll also discover how this style compares to authoritative parenting. What is authoritarian parenting? “Authoritarian parenting is… read on > read on >
Dr. Olena Postuypalenko was caring for patients at Kyiv City Clinical Oncology Center on Feb. 24, 2022, when her mother called to ask what seemed like an odd question: Has Russia invaded Ukraine? “My mom called me and said, ‘There are explosions. Has the war begun?’ And honestly, at that time, I didn’t believe it.… read on > read on >
(HealthDay News) – A U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel on Thursday recommended that the agency approve an RSV vaccine for infants and some toddlers. The monoclonal antibody shot would protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in infants born during or entering their first RSV season, the New York Times reported. It could also… read on > read on >
Astronauts spending six months or longer in space should stretch their time between trips to three years, warns new research on the impact of space travel on the brain. To study this, researchers examined the brain scans of 30 astronauts, looking at scans that depicted their brains both before and after their missions. The research… read on > read on >
The benefits of friendships and activity aren’t just for the young. Staying socially active can also help older adults age their best, according to new research that pinpoints volunteering and recreational activities as important for seniors. “Although the study’s observational nature prohibits the determination of causality, it makes intuitive sense that social activity is associated… read on > read on >
As a huge plume of smoke from over 400 Canadian wildfires swept south and turned New York City into a landscape that resembled Mars more than Earth, heart experts warned that air pollution can damage your heart as much as it damages your lungs. It’s obvious that wildfires can affect breathing and respiratory health, but… read on > read on >
After many nights of tossing and turning, you might have more to worry about than just feeling exhausted and less sharp at work. Insomnia symptoms — trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep, or waking up too early — are also associated with higher risk of stroke, according to new research from Virginia Commonwealth University.… read on > read on >
