The cost of COVID-19 hospitalizations averaged nearly $22,000 for older Americans in 2020 — and much more for those who became critically ill, a new government study finds. Researchers at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention looked at the cost of COVID-19 care to the Medicare program, which covers Americans aged 65 and… read on > read on >
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Strokes Hitting COVID Patients Are More Severe: Study
COVID-19 patients are at increased risk for severe strokes, according to a new study that also found that the overall risk of stroke is higher in younger patients. Researchers analyzed data from 432 COVID-19 patients in 17 countries who suffered strokes and found they were more likely to have large vessel occlusion (LVO) than stroke… read on > read on >
AHA News: Menopause Before 40 Tied to Higher Stroke Risk
THURSDAY, June 3, 2021 (American Heart Association News) — Early menopause could mean an increased risk of stroke caused by blocked blood vessels, according to a new study. Yet for each year of menopause delay, stroke risk fell by 2%. Stroke is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, and women have a 4% higher lifetime… read on > read on >
AHA News: As the Mercury Rises, Follow These 5 Summer Survival Tips
THURSDAY, June 3, 2021 (American Heart Association News) — As the days get longer and the temperature rises, summer is an ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities. Following some simple advice can increase the odds you’ll surf through the season without so much as a sunburn. Mind the latest pandemic rules The Centers for Disease… read on > read on >
Biden Announces New Vaccination Incentives
In an effort to convince hesitant Americans to get their COVID-19 shots, President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced a host of new vaccination perks from a private-sector initiative. “For all the progress we’re making as a country, if you are unvaccinated, you are still at risk of getting seriously ill or dying or spreading disease… read on > read on >
Pandemic Silver Lining: Global Decline in Urban Crime
COVID-19 lockdowns had at least one welcome upside: a significant drop in crime in cities worldwide, according to an international study. Researchers analyzed crime data from 27 metro areas (including Chicago; London; Sao Paulo; Barcelona, Spain; Tel Aviv, Israel; and Brisbane, Australia) and found big declines in most types of crimes, with the notable exception… read on > read on >
In People With Type 1 Diabetes, Poor Blood Sugar Control Could Raise Dementia Risk
Severe high and low blood sugar events in older adults with type 1 diabetes may significantly increase their risk of dementia, according to a new study. “For people with diabetes, both severely high and low blood sugar levels are emergencies and both extremes can largely be avoided,” said study author Rachel Whitmer, associate director of… read on > read on >
Healthy Eating Lowers Pregnancy Complication Risk
If you’re planning to get pregnant or already “eating for two,” sticking to a healthy diet may reduce the risk of several common pregnancy complications, researchers say. The new study included nearly 1,900 women who completed diet questionnaires at eight to 13 weeks of pregnancy, along with estimates of what they ate in the previous… read on > read on >
Sleep Deprived? Coffee Can Only Help So Much
You know you’ve done it — stayed up too late and relied on coffee to get through the next day — but new research suggests that caffeine can only do so much. That cup or cups of coffee may keep you awake the following day, but your performance is likely to be subpar, especially when… read on > read on >
Allergy Treatment Crucial If Your Child Has Asthma
If your child has both allergies and asthma, it’s imperative to treat their allergies to prevent asthma from worsening as they spend more time outdoors, an expert says. “It’s a time when after a winter when we’re all cooped up inside kids want to go out and play, but the weather is a little variable,”… read on > read on >