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Rheumatic Fever

Rheumatic fever (acute rheumatic fever or ARF) facts Rheumatic fever is an autoimmune disease that may develop after a strep throat infection, especially in children ages 5-15, although older teens and adults may develop the disease. The revised Jones criteria help physicians make the clinical diagnosis of rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever does not affect all […]

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Health Tip: Helping a Confused Person

Health Tip: Helping a Confused Person

Latest Alzheimer’s News (HealthDay News) — Confusion is the inability to think as clearly or quickly as normal, says MedlinePlus. From intoxication to head trauma, confusion can have a variety of causes. To help a confused person, MedlinePlus suggests: Always introduce yourself, no matter how well the person once knew you. Remind the person of […]

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Indoor Pollutants May Raise Allergy Risk in Toddlers

Latest Allergies News FRIDAY, Dec. 13, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Toddlers have an increased risk of allergies if they are exposed to multiple indoor pollutants in their first years of life, a new study finds. It included 108 mother-child pairs. Researchers assessed exposures to various household pollutants such as pet dander and tobacco smoke while […]

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New food labeling system may reduce calorie intake

New food labeling system may reduce calorie intake

How far would you need to run to burn off the calories in a candy bar? A recent paper asks whether providing answers to this type of question on food packaging might reduce calorie intake. Share on PinterestCould a subtle change in food labeling reduce calorie intake? Including nutritional information on food packaging can help […]

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Study finds ‘strong link’ between vaping and depression

Study finds ‘strong link’ between vaping and depression

A recent study concludes that people who smoke electronic cigarettes are twice as likely to report clinical depression as those who have never vaped. The correlation was particularly strong among younger people. Share on PinterestA new study identifies a link between vaping and depression. Known as vaping, battery-powered e-cigarettes use heat to deliver an aerosol […]

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Sustainable diet: Everything you need to know

Sustainable diet: Everything you need to know

A sustainable diet is one that is generally healthful and has a low impact on the environment and food supply. Adopting a sustainable diet can help maintain an individual’s health while also making sure the planet has enough resources to feed future generations of humans. This is a complex idea, but in the simplest terms, […]

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Keto diet: 1-week meal plan and tips

Keto diet: 1-week meal plan and tips

When following a keto diet, some people may find it difficult to work out the right foods to eat and when to eat them. Meal plans can help people get used to the diet or stick with it. The keto diet is a high fat, low carbohydrate diet. Potential benefits of the keto diet plan […]

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What to know about Marijuana detox

What to know about Marijuana detox

Marijuana contains many compounds, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). These compounds remain in the system after use, but many factors can affect how long they stay there. This can influence the length and side effects of the marijuana detox process. THC and CBD attach to the same cannabinoid receptors as endocannabinoids, which are chemicals […]

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How two experimental Alzheimer’s drugs reverse aging

How two experimental Alzheimer’s drugs reverse aging

New research in mice reveals the mechanisms through which two experimental drugs that may treat Alzheimer’s disease have broader, anti-aging properties and can reverse age-related cognitive decline. Share on PinterestNew research explains how two experimental dementia drugs may reverse normal aging. Family history, genes, and some lifestyle choices all influence a person’s risk of Alzheimer’s […]