By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- In a disappointing finding, a new report shows that suicide rates in America are on the upswing again after a momentary, and minute, decline. According to…
Long Daytime Naps Might Raise Your Odds for…
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- Daytime naps longer than a half-hour appear to nearly double a person’s risk of developing an irregular heartbeat, a new study reports. People who nap 30…
New Drug May Treat Rare Diseases That Make…
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- It sounds like the stuff of a vampire novel, but for people with a group of rare genetic disorders, exposure to sunlight can cause excruciating pain.…
Juul Reaches $462 Million Settlement With Six States,…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 – Juul Labs on Wednesday reached a $462 million settlement with several states over the aggressive marketing of its electronic cigarettes to minors. This latest settlement includes…
Appeals Court Keeps Abortion Pill Available, With Restrictions
By Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- A federal appeals court on Wednesday said the abortion pill mifepristone could remain available for now. But the court's judges added some provisions to their ruling:…
Toxic Fandom: When Your Childs Celebrity Worship Goes…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- It’s not new for young people to develop an interest in their favorite pop singer or actor, but it can be problematic if that adoration turns…
Allergies: Climate Change Is Worsening Sneezin Season
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- Allergy and asthma sufferers may think their symptoms are harsher and lasting longer this spring. They’re not imagining it. The changing climate means that allergy seasons…
Statins Cut Heart Risks for Folks Living With…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- As people with HIV live longer they're at risk of premature heart disease. But a new study finds statin drugs can cut the risk of serious…
Health Highlights: April 13, 2023
News Consumer News Health Highlights: April 13, 2023 By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter>Federal appeals court keeps abortion pill available temporarily. However, the ruling blocks getting mifepristone through the mail and rolls back other steps the…
Blood Donors Gender Doesnt Affect Outcomes for Recipients
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, April 13, 2023 -- Whether the gender of a blood donor could affect the recipient's survival was an unanswered question in medicine. Until now. “Some observational studies had suggested female…