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(HealthDay News) - Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is a common, often highly infectious inflammation of the conjunctiva, the eye's outermost layer and inside of the eyelid. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention mentions these common symptoms of pinkeye: - Swelling and redness of the inside of the eyelid and/or white area of the eye. An increase in tear production. Crustiness on the eyelid and/or...
April 10, 2014
(HealthDay News) - While fish typically is a healthy food, many types contain mercury. And because mercury exposure can harm a developing fetus, expectant moms should be cautious about how much fish they eat. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommends these precautions for pregnant women who eat fish: - Avoid species that tend to contain high amounts of mercury, including tilefish, shark, king...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10 (HealthDay News) - Girls who suffer a concussion may have more severe symptoms that last longer compared to boys, according to new research that builds on other studies finding gender differences. "There have been several studies suggesting there are differences between boys and girls as far as [concussion] symptom reporting and the duration of symptoms," said Dr. Shayne Fehr, a...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10 (HealthDay News) - High school athletes who suffer from concussions are complying more with the recommended return-to-play guidelines, according to new research. Compliance was tracked from 2005 through 2013, using a database of high school sports-related injuries, said Dr. Mark Riederer, a clinical fellow in primary care sports medicine at Children's Hospital Colorado. Compliance...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Some parents and coaches think kids who focus on one sport early on will boost their chances of a college scholarship or pro career. But a new study casts doubt on that idea. In a study of undergraduates at the University of California, Los Angeles - a power in college athletics - researchers found no evidence that athletes at the school launched their careers...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Patients older than 65 are more likely to die and have more complications after colon cancer surgery than younger patients, a new study finds. Researchers led by Dr. Mehraneh Jafari of the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine examined data on more than 1 million patients, aged 45 and older, in the United States who had undergone colon cancer...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Serious head injuries may be linked to children's lack of ability to interact with others, a new study indicates. Researchers looked at a group of children who had suffered a traumatic brain injury three years earlier, most often in car crashes. Those with lingering damage in the brain's frontal lobes had lower-quality social lives, according to the Brigham...
April 10, 2014
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: - Sebelius Stepping Down as HHS Secretary - U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is stepping down from her position, after overseeing the troubled rollout of the contentious health reform law known as the Affordable Care Act that remains unpopular with some Americans and virtually...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Researchers report that an experimental drug has cured more than 95 percent of patients infected with hepatitis C, including some who failed other treatments. If it wins approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this new drug, called ABT-450, could potentially compete with another innovative hepatitis C medication that costs $1,000 a day. Nearly...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Too much time on Facebook may take a toll on a young woman's sense of self-esteem, particularly how she feels about her body, a new study suggests. The study surveyed 881 female college students. They were asked questions about their Facebook use within the past month, including how often they visited the site, how long they typically spent there and what...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - "Was it good for you, too?" can be such a loaded question. Now a new study says you can't fool your sex partner by faking satisfaction. The study also found that women and men are equally able to determine their partners' levels of sexual satisfaction. The Canadian study included 84 couples whose members were individually asked about their levels of sexual...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Antipsychotic drugs are increasingly being prescribed to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and teens in foster care, according to a new study. The use of these drugs to treat ADHD has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and is known as an "atypical" use, the researchers explained. But their study found...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - A doctor's "bedside manner" seems to have a real effect on patients' health, a new research review suggests. The review, of 13 clinical trials, found that when doctors were given training to hone their people skills, patients typically fared better in their efforts to lose weight, lower their blood pressure or manage pain. Experts said the findings, reported...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - A series of measles cases in the United States involving children adopted from China highlights the importance of vaccinations for any adopted child from overseas, a new report reveals. While measles was declared eliminated from the United States in 2000, cases still occur when infected people arrive in the country. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Mental health problems are common among civilians who work for the U.S. military in war zones, a new study finds. There are a large number of civilians who provide support services in war zones. For example, the U.S. Army had more than 6,000 civilian workers in Iraq and Afghanistan in 2009. These civilians are not involved in combat, but they are still exposed...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - No evidence exists to show that anti-flu medicines stockpiled by countries around the world protect people from the spread of flu or reduce related hospitalizations and complications, a new analysis contends. The report from the nonprofit Cochrane Collaboration urges world leaders who spend countless dollars on medications like Tamiflu and Relenza for use...
April 10, 2014
THURSDAY, April 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Kitchen cutting boards can become contaminated with drug-resistant germs, a new study shows. Swiss researchers analyzed 154 cutting boards from University Hospital in Basel and 144 cutting boards from private homes after they were used to prepare poultry, pork, beef/veal, lamb, game or fish. The results showed that 6.5 percent of the hospital cutting boards...
April 10, 2014
TUESDAY, April 8, 2014 (HealthDay News) - The widely held belief that only women experience eating disorders delays men with these conditions from getting treatment, a new British study says. "Men with eating disorders are underdiagnosed, undertreated and under-researched," write a team led by Ulla Raisanen at the University of Oxford. Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. The...
April 9, 2014
(HealthDay News) - Antihistamines can be effective in alleviating allergy symptoms, but they can also make you sleepy and cause other side effects. The American Academy of Family Physicians says possible side effects of antihistamines include: - Drowsiness, which can affect the ability to safely drive a car or manage machinery. Difficulty thinking clearly. Dryness of the eyes and mouth. Headache. Abdominal...
April 9, 2014
(HealthDay News) - It's important to teach your toddler healthy sleep habits, experts say. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers these suggestions to help your toddler get a good night's sleep: - Create a bedtime schedule based on when your child seems to become sleepy. Develop a soothing routine of a bath, stories and some quiet time. If you get a late start and want to keep your toddler's bedtime...
April 9, 2014
WEDNESDAY, April 9, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Regular aerobic workouts increase the size of the brain's memory area in older women and may help slow the progression of dementia, according to a small new study. It included 86 women, aged 70 to 80, who had mild memory problems, also known as "mild cognitive impairment," which researchers say is a common risk factor for dementia. The women also underwent...
April 9, 2014
WEDNESDAY, April 9, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Most schools meet a new U.S. government requirement to provide free drinking water for students during lunchtime, a new study finds. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's rule for schools in the National School Lunch Program took effect at the start of the 2011-2012 school year. Most schools fulfill the requirement by having water fountains in the cafeteria,...
April 9, 2014
WEDNESDAY, April 9, 2014 (HealthDay News) - While millions of Americans still feel hamstrung by medical expenses, a new government report shows that some people are getting relief. The share of people under age 65 in families reporting problems paying medical bills in the past 12 months dropped from 21.7 percent in the first half of 2011 to 19.8 percent in the same period in 2013, according to the...
April 9, 2014
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: - Some Doctors Paid at Least $3 Million Each by Medicare - A small number of doctors received at least $3 million each in Medicare payments in 2012, for a total of nearly $1.5 billion, according to an analysis of Medicare claims data released Wednesday by the White House. In total, Medicare paid...
April 9, 2014
WEDNESDAY, April 9, 2014 (HealthDay News) - Colon cancer patients who were obese before their diagnosis may have an increased risk of dying from their cancer and other causes, a new study finds. "Our data provide further evidence that maintaining a healthy body weight throughout life is very important," said study author Peter Campbell, director of the tumor repository in the American Cancer Society's...
April 9, 2014
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