A recent study funded by Veteran Affairs’ Mid-Atlantic Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC) found that post-9/11 veterans with a history of multiple traumatic brain injuries are at a greater risk of considering suicide. This is compared with veterans who had no brain injuries. The study was published in the journal Psychological Services. Read More
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A new study performed at the University of Birmingham, and published in the journal Learning, Media and Technology, indicates that young people are apt at judging which health apps are relevant to their age and needs, as well as source relevant digital content. The study looked at 245 individuals ranging in age from 13 to Read More
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If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you likely know that avoiding carbohydrates is a popular method. However, a new study finds that following a high-carb diet can actually contribute to weight loss and can even improve insulin function. But this doesn’t mean you should fill up on bread. For the study, researchers from the Read More
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Low-carb diets are often touted as a way to lose weight quickly. However, research presented at the European Society of Cardiology’s Congress 2018 claims that those who consume low-carbohydrate diets could be more likely to die from serious conditions such as heart disease and cancer. Maciej Banach, the study’s co-author and a professor at the Read More
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Keeping up with medication needs while away from home can present some challenges. If your summer plans include a vacation, for instance, you’ll likely have concerns about how to safely take your medication with you. Doing some advance planning and keeping certain precautions and tips in mind can provide confidence that you are traveling with Read More
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According to a recent study performed at Columbia University, the involvement of prescription opioids in fatal car accidents has increased sevenfold in the United States between the years 2005 and 2015. For the study, which was published in the American Journal of Public Health, researchers looked at the percentage of individuals killed in car accidents Read More
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What if, instead of relying on anti-wrinkle creams, you could achieve a more youthful appearance with some makeup application? Could enhancing your lips and eyes really take any years off of your appearance? It’s possible, according to a study published in the Frontiers of Psychology. The study was performed by a team of French and Read More
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You’ve likely heard about how an apple a day keeps the doctor away. But have you heard about the benefits of an avocado a day? According to a new study performed at Tufts University, eating one whole, fresh avocado each day can contribute to better eye and brain function in older adults who are otherwise Read More
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Sports scientists at the University of Basel recently conducted a study demonstrating that the use of a warm-up program designed specifically for children was able to decrease the odds of a player suffering from an injury. In fact, the odds were decreased by half. The study was published in Sports Medicine. The warm-up routine that Read More
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With the arrival of the holidays, the American Academy of Pediatrics is making sure that parents know the best ways to be safe when it comes to children and holiday decorations. While it can be tempting to overwhelm your senses with candles and colorful string lights, it’s important to make child safety a priority just Read More
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A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine looks at cardiac arrest in young athletes. The good news is that the risk of cardiac arrest among athletes younger than 45 is rare—less than one case per 100,000 competitive athletes in Ontario, Canada. The bad news is that these fatal cardiac arrest episodes Read More
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According to a new study published by the North American Menopause Society, menopausal women who suffer from severe hot flashes may also be at greater risk for sleep apnea. This is concerning because sleep apnea has been linked to increased risk for cardiovascular problems such as heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure. Sleep apnea Read More
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According to a new study, more than 20 percent of young white women who have visited a tanning salon become addicted to the service. This is 1 in 5 women—and the addiction remains despite the risks of premature aging and skin cancer. Additionally, these women also seem to depend on tanning in order to feel Read More
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A recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) news release emphasizes that infants should only be put to sleep on their backs on a cleared, firm surface with no use of sleep positioners. Sleep positioners, also referred to as anti-roll supports or nests, can be dangerous. These products are most commonly formed by two raised Read More
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Researchers at Hebrew SeniorLife’s Institute for Aging Research in Boston think they may have discovered why seniors with type 2 diabetes appear to be at an increased risk for fractures. Fractures in the older population, especially those with osteoporosis (loss of bone density), can lead to disability, decreased quality of life, high health care costs, Read More
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A new study published in the European Heart Journal indicates that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, might raise blood pressure in patients with arthritis. According to the study, 30 million Americans have osteoarthritis. Of those patients, 40 percent also have high blood pressure. By managing high blood pressure in patients with arthritis, more Read More
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