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MEDICAL NEWS Atrial fibrillation, or “AFib,” is an irregular or rapid heartbeat. It happens when the upper chambers of the heart don’t pump as they should. The American Heart Association says many people don’t realize that AFib can be an extremely dangerous condition. In fact, if AFib isn’t treated, it can lead to dangerous blood […]
MEDICAL NEWS An estimated 3.2 million Americans are infected with chronic hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver. Among those are larger numbers of Veterans and baby boomers. The CDC recently recommended that all baby boomers in the U.S. (those born between 1945 and 1965) get a simple one-time blood test for hepatitis C.
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MEDICAL NEWS It has to do with how you smell, but scientists still don’t know why some breeds are attracted to different smells, said Jason Pitts, professor of biological sciences at Vanderbilt University. The source of the aromatic compounds that produce body odor are bacterial colonies that exist on human skin, particularly in dark, moist
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WELL-BEING It is often the assumption that if you go to therapy that you have serious problems you cannot manage on your own and there is something fundamentally wrong with you. In reality, if someone is attending therapy, they tend to be on the healthier side of self-love and self-awareness. Because seeing a therapist is
MEDICAL NEWS Memory is like the old telephone game, according to researchers at Northwestern University School of Medicine. You remember when kids took turns whispering a message into the ear of the next person in line? By the time the last person spoke it out loud, the message had radically changed. It’s been altered with
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MEDICAL NEWS According to the CDC, Zika has not yet been spread by mosquitoes in the U.S., but cases have been reported here. These occurred in people who recently traveled to one of the known Zika areas. Treatment At this time, there is no vaccine for Zika. * Rest * Drink water * Take medications
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WELL-BEING According to a survey by the American Dental Association, only 4 in 10 Americans floss at least once a day. And, 20 percent of Americans don’t do it at all. Most dentists agree that everyone should floss daily. There are places between teeth that a brush simply can’t reach. If you’re wondering if it’s
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WORK LIFE It seems like a convenient way to get through your day. Rather than take a break to eat lunch, you grab a bite and eat while you’re at your desk. But, this may be leading the way to unhealthy habits. Here’s why you should escape your workspace for your meals: *You need a
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BE FIT Sit-ups and crunches can give you stronger ab muscles. But, do they give you a leaner and slimmer belly? Experts say that toning and strengthening your core is an important part of being fit. Your ab muscles help support your body and back. They help you reach things off a shelf, throw a
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MEDICAL NEWS Wine has been making the headlines in recent months as a “healthy” choice. Some studies suggest the compounds and antioxidants in wine can reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, and more. This can be confusing if you’ve been told that alcohol isn’t good for you. Should you drink wine to get healthier,
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