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By Emily Murray We all know that smoking during pregnancy is strongly advised against and can lead to problems like low birth weight and even miscarriage or still birth. However, even if a woman does give birth to a surprisingly healthy child, the damage may not have yet shown itself. A new study recently published in … Continue reading Smoking Mothers May Have Less Fertile Sons
By Emily Murray Anyone who has been to the doctor and been prescribed antibiotics knows the deal – ‘even if you begin feeling better, be sure to take all your pills.’ Do you always follow this direction? If not, you are putting yourself at a greater risk for developing a potentially fatal antibiotic resistant infection … Continue reading Antibiotics Overused in U.S. Hospitals – What This Means for You
By Emily Murray Women with breast cancer may want to rethink their diet if it includes soy products. In the September issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, new research reveals that in certain women with the disease, soy consumption could increase the activity of genes linked the growth of breast cancer. Some of … Continue reading Soy: Should Women With Breast Cancer Avoid it?
By Emily Murray While this may sound like a cruel prank, scientists have begun tripping seniors for research that could be used to help prevent future falls. Don’t worry, no one is in actual danger of being hurt! The idea behind the study was to see if researchers could learn more about falls (a problem … Continue reading New Study Involves…Tripping Seniors?
By Emily Murray Summertime means lots of travel…and for those of us who have ever been next to someone who has been coughing non-stop on a flight, that means potential exposure to lots of germs. While it may be uncomfortable to sit next to someone who is ill, a recent article by TIME points out … Continue reading Getting Sick From Other Airline Passengers is Not as Common as You Think
By Emily Murray Surviving breast cancer is an amazing accomplishment. Once a woman is in remission, the next few years of checkups are vital to be sure that another tumor doesn’t form. A new study may offer insight on one way women can reduce their risks of receiving another frightening diagnosis. For women who are overweight or obese … Continue reading Aspirin May Prevent Breast Cancer Recurrence in Some Women
By Emily Murray In the wake of the death of America’s much loved comic, Robin Williams, there has been an overabundance of opinions on how and why a man as universally loved as this actor could take his life. Depression is something that an estimated 1 in 10 Americans suffer from and sadly it’s been reported … Continue reading Another Step Closer to Understanding Depression
By Emily Murray Believe it or not, a new study shows that one out of every 10 cancer survivors continues to smoke years later. You might be thinking that perhaps they are trying to quit but the truth is, only 40% say they are planning on it. This information has now become available as part … Continue reading 1 in 10 Cancer Survivors Still Does THIS!
By Emily Murray Expectant mothers have likely been advised that smoking may result in serious harm to their unborn baby, however, those using nicotine replacement may be doing just as much harm. This according to a new study out of Denmark may be bad news for mothers who have been trying to kick the habit … Continue reading Nicotine Patch Use During Pregnancy May Increase ADHD Risk for Child
By Emily Murray The 4th of July is right around the corner and visions of campfires, cookouts and pool parties are filling the minds of Americans this week. While our independence is certainly a great time to celebrate, it can also be a weekend of overindulging and accidents. Here are 5 tips for keeping your … Continue reading 5 Tips for Enjoying the 4th of July Safely
