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German Man Dies of Infection from Dog’s Lick

German Man Dies of Infection from Dog’s Lick

Latest Infectious Disease News MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Pet owners should seek immediate medical care if they develop unusual flu-like symptoms, doctors say after a case study about a 63-year-old man in Germany who died of a rare infection contracted when he was licked by his dog. The infection was caused by […]

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Health Tip: Visiting a Hospital Patient

Health Tip: Visiting a Hospital Patient

Latest Prevention & Wellness News (HealthDay News) — While people who are in the hospital enjoy seeing friends and loved ones, it’s important to make sure that the visit is safe, says Cape Cod Healthcare. The more that hospital staff, patients and visitors work together, the better the patient’s stay will be. Cape Cod Healthcare […]

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FDA Approves XCOPRI for Treatment of Partial-Onset Seizures

FDA Approves XCOPRI for Treatment of Partial-Onset Seizures

Latest Neurology News MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — XCOPRI (cenobamate) has received approval for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in adults, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced last week. Following a titration period, the recommended maintenance dose of XCOPRI is 200 mg by mouth daily, but some patients may need an additional […]

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Health Tip: Dealing With Stress by Writing

Health Tip: Dealing With Stress by Writing

Latest Mental Health News (HealthDay News) — Writing about stressful or traumatic experiences can be good for your health, says the American Psychological Association. Studies have shown that writing your deepest thoughts and feelings about difficult situations can improve mood, reduce your likelihood of illness and increase productivity. The APA recommends that people keep a […]

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Smallest Tots Spending Too Much Time on Screens

Smallest Tots Spending Too Much Time on Screens

Latest Healthy Kids News By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Even infants are now watching screens, and as they grow so does the time they spend doing it, two new studies show. In fact, watching TVs, computers, smartphones, tablets or electronic games occupies about an hour a day of an […]

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Pericarditis (Symptoms, ECG, Types, Causes, Treatment)

Pericarditis (Symptoms, ECG, Types, Causes, Treatment)

Pericarditis definition and facts Picture of the heart in the pericardial sac Pericarditis is an inflammation of the lining surrounding the heart (the pericardial sac). Pericardial effusion is a collection of fluid in the pericardial sac. This fluid may be produced by inflammation. The cause of pericarditis in most individuals is unknown but is likely […]

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Angioplasty and Stents

Angioplasty and Stents

What medications treat coronary artery disease? Angina medications reduce the heart muscle’s demand for oxygen in order to compensate for the reduced blood supply, and also may partially dilate the coronary arteries to enhance blood flow. Three commonly used classes of drugs are the nitrates, beta blockers, and calcium blockers. Examples of nitrates include: Examples […]

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Heart Attack or Not? Apple Watch Might Give the Answer

Heart Attack or Not? Apple Watch Might Give the Answer

Latest Heart News By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Nov. 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — A doctor armed with your Apple Watch might be able to tell if you’re suffering from a heart attack, researchers report. A physician should be able to gather enough heart rhythm data by placing the watch’s sensors on different parts of […]