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Quad Training for Knee Support

Quad Training for Knee Support

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Exercise & Fitness News THURSDAY, Oct. 24, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Whether you’re mountain biking, kicking a soccer ball with friends, or just sprinting down the street to catch a bus, your quadriceps are hard at work. The quads are the large muscles that run down the fronts of your […]

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New Drug on the Horizon for Flu’s Ills?

New Drug on the Horizon for Flu’s Ills?

By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter Latest Cold and Flu News WEDNESDAY, Oct. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Flu sufferers may soon have a new antiviral drug on hand to ease their fever, chills and body aches. The new pill, which targets the genetics of influenza viruses, has shown that it can reduce fever and respiratory symptoms […]

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Health Tip: Preventing Repetitive Strain Injury

Health Tip: Preventing Repetitive Strain Injury

(HealthDay News) — Repetitive strain injury (RSI) stems from prolonged repetitive, forceful or awkward movement of the same muscles, says the University of Michigan. Latest Chronic Pain News The effects of RSI may include pain, weakness, numbness or poor motor control. To help prevent RSI, the school suggests: Practice good posture. Ensure the chair at […]

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Health Tip: The ‘Wall Test’ For Good Posture

Health Tip: The ‘Wall Test’ For Good Posture

(HealthDay News) — Proper posture can prevent pain and injury, says Mayo Clinic. To check if you have proper posture, Mayo suggests the “wall test.” Latest Chronic Pain News Here’s what it involves: Stand so the back of your head, shoulder blades and buttocks touch the wall. Your heels should be 2 to 4 inches […]

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Interest in CBD Products Keeps Soaring, but Health Experts Wary

Interest in CBD Products Keeps Soaring, but Health Experts Wary

Latest Chronic Pain News WEDNESDAY, Oct. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — CBD oil, CBD cookies, even CBD-infused massages: CBD (cannabidiol) seems to be everywhere nowadays, and a new study confirms it’s one the hottest health trends for Americans. The research found that each month, as many as 6.4 million Americans head to Google to learn […]

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Nasal Swab Could Help Gauge Smokers’ Odds for Lung Cancer

Nasal Swab Could Help Gauge Smokers’ Odds for Lung Cancer

By Alan MozesHealthDay Reporter Latest Cancer News THURSDAY, Oct. 24, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Could a person’s risk for lung cancer someday be determined with a quick swab of the nose? If the preliminary findings of a new study are any indication, it’s a distinct possibility. The experimental nasal swab relies on the fact that […]

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Obesity May Be Upping Rates of Pancreatic Cancer Worldwide

Obesity May Be Upping Rates of Pancreatic Cancer Worldwide

Latest Cancer News WEDNESDAY, Oct. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Rising rates of obesity and diabetes could be pushing up rates of pancreatic cancer across the globe, a new report suggests. Global rates of colon cancer are also on the rise, although fewer cases are now proving deadly, researchers said. Colon cancer rates and pancreatic […]

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FDA May Put Strong Warning on Breast Implants

FDA May Put Strong Warning on Breast Implants

Latest Cancer News WEDNESDAY, Oct. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Before receiving breast implants, women should be told of the possible risks, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says in a draft proposal. The agency suggests a boxed warning and a checklist outlining potential harms, such as pain, fatigue and further surgery. “We have heard […]

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Carcinoembryonic Antigen

Carcinoembryonic Antigen

What is CEA? CEA stands for carcinoembryonic antigen. CEA is a substance found on the surface of some cells. It is a type of glycoprotein produced by cells of the gastrointestinal tract during embryonic development. It is produced in very small amounts after birth. The level of CEA in the bloodstream is thus relatively low unless […]

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Don’t Forget These Tips to Boost Your Memory

Don’t Forget These Tips to Boost Your Memory

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Alzheimer’s News THURSDAY, Oct. 24, 2019 (HealthDay News) — If you have a hard time remembering names or what to get at the supermarket, there are ways to boost your memory. According to a study in the journal Consciousness and Cognition, one of the best things you can do is […]