Tag: health

When Jess’* mental health “went downhill” four years ago, the 33-year-old developed a new behaviour: she began picking her skin. She was already suffering from anxiety and had recently been diagnosed with bipolar when she developed a sudden, intense need for her skin to be "flat". When Jess’ mental health declined, she needed to make

As part of its commitment to improving health equity across multicultural populations, Pfizer has been partnering with Día de la Mujer Latina (DML), a nationally recognized, grassroots community-based organization dedicated to eliminating health disparities among Latino populations. Since 1997, the mission of Día de la Mujer Latina has focused on promoting healthy behaviors within the

It’s well established that irregular shift work can wreak havoc on your body clock, but new research has highlighted just how much it can impact your gut function. This is a factor that could play a significant role in your risk of developing a range of metabolic diseases and gastrointestinal disorders. For the laboratory-controlled, simulated

In programs that integrate behavioral health services into primary care, “warm handoffs,” in which primary care clinicians introduce patients to behavioral health professionals, are commonly used. Researchers at Boston Medical Center have found that warm handoffs are not associated with improved attendance at behavioral health intake appointments. It has been theorized that warm handoffs could

(HealthDay)—Wildfire activity continues to increase throughout the western states, as well as in Alaska, Florida, Oklahoma, and Texas, but there are steps those living in wild fire areas can take to minimize smoke exposure. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, smoke from wildfires can be harmful to eyes and respiratory systems,

MONDAY, July 9, 2018 — When someone is diagnosed with diabetes, other family members seem more likely to adopt health lifestyle changes, too. A new study found that partners of people newly diagnosed with diabetes were 50 percent more likely to attend weight management classes and 25 percent more likely to get medication to help

Dogs, cats, parrots, hamsters, and, for some people, even snakes and rats are often our best friends–and for good reason. Pet owners have lower blood pressure and less stress, and they exercise more, among other benefits. Kids who grow up with pets are actually less likely to end up with allergies. But pets can sometimes

The food we consume determines our well-being. The body needs the proper amount of nutrients to function properly, so the food we consume engineers the body to be healthy and function adequately. Good health and a sound state of mind are necessary to have a good life. The brain is a part of the body,

It’s a staple in many kitchens but do you really know what’s in your olive oil? In fact, 69 percent of the extra-virgin olive oil available at the supermarket is not actually extra virgin. So how can you tell? Luckily, there is a simple test you can do at home to determine if what you are buying

When cardiothoracic surgeon Dr Nikki Stamp meets her patients for the first time, they often assume she’s the nurse. That’s why she’s making it her mission to challenge gender stereotypes and highlight diversity in a field traditionally dominated by men. Through her role as an ambassador for the global campaign, #ILookLikeASurgeon, she’s been instrumental in

An increasing amount of evidence suggests that following a vegetarian diet has undeniable health benefits, so much so that a recent study out of Harvard University calculated that at least one-third of premature deaths could be prevented if everyone cut meat from their diets. Researchers say that these findings – presented at the Unite to Cure

State and local health officials continue the search to identify how 56 people got sick with the infection. Health officials in Texas remain baffled after 56 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported since May. The illness is an infection of the intestines caused by ingesting food or water contaminated with the cyclospora parasite and investigators

Whether you’re an office worker or a Netflix watcher – there are a number of significant health problems associated with spending too much time on your behind. But new research has found that keeping fit can help offset some of the unhealthy effects of staying sedentary. A study published in BMC Medicine analysed data from

After nine months of having a bundle of joy stretch out your uterus, hoo-ha, and six-pack, things are bound to look a bit…different…down there. That post-pregnancy pooch is a combination of fat (hey, a woman has got to gain some weight during pregnancy), excess skin, and stretched-out abdominal muscles, says ob-gyn Alyssa Dweck, M.D, co-author

Feeling uncomfortable down there is not as uncommon (or embarrassing) as you might think. Whether it’s a flora imbalance or sex-related prob at play, the tricky thing is figuring out what’s caused the issue and whether there could be something more serious going on. That’s why we hit up Integrative Medicine Expert Dr Cris Beer,

Hyperemesis Gravidarum is morning sickness so severe that most cases require hospitalisation. Some have broken ribs and detached retinas they have vomited so violently. One in seven sufferers have terminated a pregnancy due to the condition. So when someone says they’re suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum, they’re really suffering. That’s why one woman posted to UK

Gestational diabetes is a common problem faced by many women during pregnancy, where they develop a resistance to insulin and have high blood sugar during pregnancy. It tends to occur around the 24th week of pregnancy, and becomes normal after the pregnancy is over. Why it happens “The condition arises because the action of insulin

It’s Australia’s largest online healthcare marketplace, and now Silicon Valley is taking notice. HealthEngine has announced today a $26.7 million investment lead by Sequoia India. HealthEngine revolutionises the way Australians are going to the doctor by helping patients connect with quality health practitioners in their area, and make appointments directly. In fact, one million Australians

There’s no doubt that living under a flight path or close to a busy highway is far from relaxing, but researchers have reinforced how bad noise exposure can be for your health. In a review of previously published studies, noise pollution was not only found to be associated with annoyance, stress, sleep disturbance, and impaired cognitive

Does it feel as difficult to shed those post-pregnancy pounds as it did to go through labor? According to new research conducted by the University of Chicago, you’re not alone. In fact, the study found a three-fourths of women were still heavier a year after giving birth than they were before they became mothers. Does it