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Health Tip: Causes of Cold Feet

Latest Skin News (HealthDay News) — The most common causes of cold feet are poor circulation or nerve sensation issues, says Harvard Medical School. Raynaud’s syndrome and atherosclerosis also are potential causes. If you feel like your feet are frequently cold, it’s best to note when this symptom occurs. This will allow your doctor to […]

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New Study Reports Alarming Surge in E-Scooter Accidents

New Study Reports Alarming Surge in E-Scooter Accidents

Latest Prevention & Wellness News WEDNESDAY, Jan. 8, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Electric scooter accidents are sending droves to emergency rooms — especially young adults, a new study finds. As e-scooters’ popularity has exploded, so have injuries — skyrocketing 222% between 2014 and 2018 to more than 39,000. Hospital admissions also soared — 365% to […]

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Prostate Cancer Treatment: Hormonal Therapy

Prostate Cancer Treatment: Hormonal Therapy

What medications block testosterone for prostate cancer treatment? Today medicines used to block testosterone production by the testes include: LH-RH agonists: Leuprolide (Lupron), goserelin (Zoladex), histrelin (Supprelin LA), and triptorelin (Trelstar) are examples of these mediations. These are either given by injection into the muscle or under the skin at varying intervals of at least […]

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Prostate Cancer Treatment: Radical Prostatectomy Surgery

Prostate Cancer Treatment: Radical Prostatectomy Surgery

When do doctors consider surgery for prostate cancer? Radical prostatectomy, or surgical removal of the entire prostate gland, isn’t typically the first choice in prostate cancer treatment, but sometimes a radical approach is necessary to keep the cancer from metastasizing. Cancer of the prostate, the male gland in the pelvis that produces the fluid part […]

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Health Tip: Preparing for a Wig During Cancer Treatment

Latest Cancer News (HealthDay News) — If you’re coping with hair loss during cancer treatment, you may be considering a wig. To prepare for a wig during cancer treatment, Breastcancer.org suggests: Find pictures of your preferred color, length and style. Cut your hair short. Look online, at a wig shop or through a charity program. […]

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Wildfires Send Kids to ERs for Breathing Problems

Wildfires Send Kids to ERs for Breathing Problems

Latest Asthma News WEDNESDAY, Jan. 8, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Wildfires are becoming increasingly common, and along with the rising environmental damage, a new study finds more breathing problems for kids. In December 2017, a small wildfire in San Diego County, Calif., resulted in 16 more kids a day than usual showing up in emergency […]