Tiny pieces of plastic may be hiding out in an alarming place — the human heart. Microplastics are known to contaminate food and water, the environment and also parts of the human body with direct exposure to the external environment, such as the lungs. However, scientists have now revealed that the contaminants are showing up… Read More »
Recent studies suggest that the burden of menopausal symptoms is greater than generally perceived. About 80% of women experience vasomotor symptoms (VMS) – hot flashes and night sweats — as they transition into the menopause phase. For many, the symptoms are manageable; however, a significant proportion of midlife women experience menopausal symptoms that negatively affect… Read More »
Do you know the correct answers to our handwashing survey? ‘Tis the season not only for festive music and decorations but for seasonal germs that can quickly ruin your holiday season. You may not be aware, but the month of December includes National Handwashing Awareness week. This is a time to review the essential habit… Read More »
Social determinants of health have proven and measurable impacts on the health outcomes of patient populations. This is why the healthcare industry is seeing heightened focus on SDOH from many sectors, including payer organizations, health systems and independent medical groups. SDOH are factors influencing patient outcomes that are outside the scope of traditional medicine. These… Read More »
Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek says his cancer indicators have gone down — but his well-being hasn’t necessarily improved accordingly. “My oncologist says I’m doing well even though I don’t always feel it,” Trebek said Wednesday on Good Morning America, joking that he has discovered he is “a big wuss.” Trebek, who was diagnosed this year… Read More »
DIY accidents cost the NHS over £220million a year in hospital visits, a survey has revealed. Folk doing up their homes have required emergency care for everything from injuring themselves with power tools to falling off ladders. Research by MyJobQuote.co.uk found many accidents lead to people taking up to three days off work to recover.… Read More »
Ditching meat has never been so trendy, especially with 2019 kicking off with Veganuary. Thousands of people have pledged to go meat-free this month – and there are claims a meaty diet is just as bad as smoking. But are they talking a load of tripe? Here, we cut away the fact from the fiction… Read More »