Category Archives: Health News

The earlier a child is treated for peanut allergies the better the outcome, according to research findings. The study found that treatment can be started as early as nine months old, before the body’s “allergic program” fully matures. The treatment is called oral immunotherapy (exposure therapy), which involves exposing children to peanuts despite the diagnosed ...click here to read more

Early prostate cancer diagnoses are on the decline in the U.S., following the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendation against routine screening. Screening for prostate cancer involves a blood test for identifying the levels of prostate specific antigen (PSA) produced by the prostate gland. Although the test helps identify cancer, it can also wrongly identify ...click here to read more

High cholesterol update 2016: Recent stories and studies on cholesterol and the associated health complications, such as vision problems, tendon injuries, and heart health risk. High cholesterol is a serious problem as it can increase one’s risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. The good news is, knowing which foods to eat and which ...click here to read more

Sunday August 21 is the National Senior Citizens Day. As the date is upon us, we present our top articles discussing the health issues that affect seniors, including osteoporosis, vision problems, Alzheimer’s disease, concussions, and depression. In the U.S., National Senior Citizens Day recognizes the contributions of seniors to their communities. The holiday raises awareness ...click here to read more

There is a higher risk of heart disease in those who develop gallstones, according to new research findings. The study involving a quarter-million Americans found that there was a higher risk of future heart disease in those participants who had a history of gallstones. The risk was 17 percent higher, compared to persons who did ...click here to read more

The CDC reports that improper use of contact lenses can lead to eye damage. Improper use of contact lenses refers to sleeping with contacts on or using the same pair for too long. In fact, up to 20 percent of contact lens-induced infections resulted in eye damage. Michael Beach of the CDC said, “Improper wear ...click here to read more

Patients with anemia – a hemoglobin deficiency – have a higher risk of death after stroke. The study found that among thousands of stroke patients, those with anemia had 1.5 to two times higher risk of death within a year after brain attack, compared to those without anemia. Lead researcher Dr. Phyo Myint said, “There ...click here to read more

A healthy diet and regular exercise have been found to help lower a person’s risk of Alzheimer’s disease by protecting the brain from the changes that result in mental deterioration. The study looked at 44 patients with mild memory problems. The researchers found that those who followed the Mediterranean diet and were more physically active ...click here to read more

A new study found that quitting smoking will help you make at least two new friends. The researchers found that the longer a person went without smoking the more likely they were to start new friendships with other nonsmokers. Dr. Norman Edelman, senior medical consultant who was not involved in the study, commented, “I wouldn’t ...click here to read more

A new study has found that the risk of celiac disease may be determined by one’s birth date and region. Celiac disease is a condition characterized by hypersensitivity to gluten, meaning, the affected individuals cannot digest it. Gluten intolerance is manifested through gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea. The study looked at ...click here to read more

In the wake of recent heat waves, seniors are at the highest risk for heat stroke and other heat-related illnesses. The risk of heat stroke is particularly high for the elderly with chronic illnesses. Hyperthermia is a condition of the overheated body that is unable to control its temperature. This is manifested in the form ...click here to read more

A diet that promotes healthy blood pressure may also aid in the treatment of gout. The clinical trial included over 400 participants who followed either the DASH diet or a typical American diet. The DASH diet focuses on high consumption of fruits and vegetables, and low fat intake. Aside from lowering blood pressure, the DASH ...click here to read more

Toronto, Canada, August 16, 2016 – Bel Marra Health (www.BelMarraHealth.com), a company offering specially formulated vitamins and nutritional products, is weighing in on a study showing that babies who are exposed to microbial organisms are less likely to develop allergies. The medical journal, Pediatrics, published a new study showing that children have less of a ...click here to read more

Diverticulitis surgical treatment outcomes in older Medicare beneficiaries shows racial disparities, according to research findings. The objective of the study was to examine disparities in treatment types and mortality in patients insured through Medicare with surgically treated diverticulitis. The study was a retrospective analysis of Medicare Provider Analysis and Review of inpatient data. The patients ...click here to read more