Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- Severe obesity appears to be on the rise among young U.S. children, based on data from a federal supplemental nutrition program.About 2% of…
Men Who Want to Be Dads Should Take…
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- Much has been made of the effects a pregnant woman's drinking could have on the health of her unborn child.But alcohol consumption by…
Fatigued Frenchies: Flat-Faced Dogs Get Worse Sleep
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- French Bulldogs might be the most widespread breed in the world, but the fancy, flat-faced pooches pay a high price for their popularity,…
AI May Predict Survival After Heart Surgery
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Ernie Mundell HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- A technology from the 19th century meets one from the 21st to better help doctors predict who'll survive a heart surgery.Cardiologists from three…
Neighborhoods Influence Whether or Not Folks Take Their…
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Ernie Mundell HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 15, 2023 -- Heart failure is a major killer. However, a new study finds that heart failure patients living in poorer neighborhoods are much less likely…
What Is Dandruff & How Is It Treated?
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- Dandruff becomes more common in the cold winter months, when the chilly air and dry heat causes a person’s scalp to flake and…
COVID Can Raise Long-Term Odds for Irregular Heartbeat
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Ernie Mundell HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- Add another post-COVID hazard to the list: Research suggests having the illness could raise risks for dangerous irregular heart beats.According to Swedish researchers,…
Resolve to Keep Your Allergies, Asthma in Check…
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Ernie Mundell HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- If you're one of the 50 million Americans with asthma or allergies, 2024 is another year to redouble efforts to manage them.But how?“It’s…
Most U.S. Parents Plan to Vaccinate Kids Against…
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- Most parents plan to have their kids vaccinated against influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), even as COVID-19 vaccine acceptance flags, a new…
Better Grades, Less Time on Phones: Poll Shows…
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com.By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 -- More patience. Less time on phones. Healthier habits. Better grades.Parents and kids alike are making resolutions for the New Year, setting personal goals…