Ticks can be a problem for people who love to spend the summer outdoors, especially in certain regions of the United States. Ticks are responsible for the well-known Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, said Dr. David Ingram, an infectious diseases physician and researcher at Penn State Health Medical Center. He’s also a father of… read on > read on >
Menopause can usher in an array of bothersome symptoms, and finding effective relief becomes a priority for many women. The good news: Medications can help manage these symptoms and improve your overall quality of life. Read on to learn about the most common menopause medications, how they work and their common side effects. Understanding your… read on > read on >
Let’s talk about menopause and its impact on your sex life. We all know that this phase of life can bring about some changes, like a lower sex drive and vaginal dryness. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to suffer through it. In this article, we will break down how menopause affects your sexual… read on > read on >
Navigating the changes and discomforts of menopause can be a frustrating experience for many women. Daily life can be significantly affected by symptoms ranging from hot flashes and mood swings to sleep disturbances and vaginal dryness. Treating those symptoms may require a mix of approaches, including medication, lifestyle adjustments and self-care strategies. This article will… read on > read on >
Could popular TV medical dramas jump-start a discussion about vaping among teens and almost teens? A recent experiment using clips from “Grey’s Anatomy,” “New Amsterdam” and “Chicago Med” suggests the answer is yes. Watching the clips appeared to help kids open up and talk about the health impacts of using electronic cigarettes. Along the way,… read on > read on >
Kids get a lot of tummy aches. How a parent responds to it can vary, just as the causes can, according to the University of Michigan Health’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health, which looked more closely at the issue. About 1 in 6 parents said their child has tummy pain at… read on > read on >
It is already known that getting enough sleep is vital to good health, but now new research suggests that having a sleep disorder is linked to suicidal thoughts in children, teens and young adults. Treating these sleep issues could be an inroad to improving their mental health, the study authors suggested. “People so often think… read on > read on >
Jeremy Davis made sure his wife, Chloe, got lots of support when she was breastfeeding each of their three sons. “When she’d been up nursing all night, I’d take over with the baby in the mornings so she could get extra sleep,” the Wilton, Conn., man recalled. Davis also learned to give special breastfeeding massages… read on > read on >
(HealthDay News) – Pfizer Inc. warned doctors this week of an impending shortage of Bicillin, its long-acting, injectable form of penicillin. The medication is not commonly used for children because alternatives such as amoxicillin are preferred over the Bicillin shot, the company explained in a statement. So, while production issues are ongoing, Pfizer plans to… read on > read on >
Menopause, a natural stage of a woman’s life marking the end of menstruation, can bring many physical and emotional changes that may leave her feeling bewildered and alone. Hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings can disrupt her daily routine and affect her overall well-being. Sound familiar? Think you might be starting menopause? Here’s how… read on > read on >
