By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Oct. 30, 2023 -- Patients with sickle cell disease may soon have two new treatments to try.On Tuesday, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory committee will weigh the merits…
Lots of Screen Time Could Be Early Sign…
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Oct. 30, 2023 -- Kids with a genetic risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are likely to spend hours a day glued to their screens, but researchers say it doesn't…
Police Often Have Unlocked Guns at Home, Raising…
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Oct. 30, 2023 -- Many law enforcement officers own firearms but fail to store them properly, claims a study that points to an increased risk of suicide.Police officers are also…
COVID Meds Like Paxlovid Will Soon Have Big…
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Oct. 30, 2023 -- Americans have been getting COVID treatments such as Paxlovid for free, but that’s about to end.The medications will enter the private market this week, the Associated…
Friends Star Matthew Perry Dead at 54
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Oct. 30, 2023 – Matthew Perry, one of the stars of the beloved television sitcom “Friends,” died on Saturday.Perry, 54, was best known for his portrayal of Chandler Bing in…
Make This Halloween a Safe One for People…
SUNDAY, Oct. 29, 2023-- Halloween is often frightening for loved ones who have dementia, but there are ways to keep it safe and not scary. “Halloween can be very challenging and stressful for someone with…
Staring at Screens Can Cause Eye Strain. Heres…
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterSATURDAY, Oct. 28, 2023 -- Millions of people spend hours looking at screens every day, straining their eyes.An ophthalmologist at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston offers some tips for easing…
Just 7% of U.S. Adults Have Gotten Updated…
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Oct. 27, 2023 -- Fewer Americans are rolling up their sleeves for the updated COVID-19 shot, leading health experts to call for a stepped-up vaccination campaign.Only 7% of adults and…
Dont Trust TikTok for Trustworthy Info on Autism
By Denise Mann HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Oct. 27, 2023 -- TikTok may be great for watching funny cat videos and learning make-up hacks, but new research suggests this platform should not be trusted when it comes…
Baby Activity Centers Sold at Walmart Recalled Due…
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Oct. 27, 2023 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Dorel Juvenile Group have announced a recall of an infant/toddler activity center due to injuries.The Cosco Jump, Spin &…