Category Archives: Health News

A new drug to treat melanoma is boosting survival rates with some patients even being cured of skin cancer. Keytruda (pembrolizumab) helped four in 10 patients with advanced melanoma stay alive. Complete remission was also seen in 15 percent of patients and some remained cancer-free even after stopping Keytruda. Keytruda has seen some success as ...click here to read more

The risk of heart disease in seniors is reduced with intensive hypertension treatment without increasing the risk of falls or other complications. Study author Dr. Jeff Williamson said, “These findings have substantial implications for the future of high blood pressure therapy in older adults because of its high prevalence in this age group, and because ...click here to read more

Officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have noted that many public pools and hot tubs contain dirty water, which warrants for their closure. The CDC reported that thousands of public water venues violate safety regulations resulting in shutdown. Michael Beach, the CDC’s associate director for healthy water, said, “We have a long way to ...click here to read more

A study has found that giving certain foods to babies may help reduce their risk of food allergies later on. Previous studies have suggested avoiding giving babies certain foods as it could lead to allergies, but the new findings suggests otherwise. The study of nearly 1,400 children found that babies that grew up eating peanuts, eggs, ...click here to read more

May is Celiac Awareness Month, which highlights not only the condition but the significance of a gluten-free diet. Celiac disease is a condition in which the immune system attacks gluten as if it were a threat when it enters the body, causing negative side effects. There are many other factors that relate to celiac disease ...click here to read more

May is Arthritis Awareness Month, so we have compiled a list of articles discussing rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and arthritis knee pain. Arthritis is an umbrella term that refers to a condition with the presence of inflammation. Joint pain, swelling, and limited mobility are major characteristics across the board in many different types ...click here to read more

Until now, you’ve been told that dairy is a great source of calcium, which is needed for strong bones. Unfortunately, many of us cannot eat dairy, either due to dietary intolerances, allergies, or even personal preference. So what are you supposed to do to keep your bones strong? Well, the good news is, there are ...click here to read more

Taking aspirin after a mini-stroke may help prevent a full-blown stroke. After a mini-stroke, the risk of a major stroke is 1,000 times higher, compared to the general public. The findings come from nearly 56,000 people. The researchers found that taking aspirin after a transient ischemic attack (TIA) reduced the risk of major stroke in ...click here to read more

A new study has found that Asian Americans are healthier than other American adults. Asian Americans are less likely to report poor health, have multiple chronic conditions, or have serious psychological problems. Asian Americans are also less likely to say they must limit work or social activities, compared to others of the same age. Dr. ...click here to read more

May is the National Stroke Awareness Month, so we compiled an overview of some of the many factors contributing to stroke, including high blood pressure, the Mediterranean diet, migraine with aura, and the flu vaccine. Stroke is a preventable condition and not an inevitable part of aging. Furthermore, many of the risk factors associated with ...click here to read more

This week’s health news roundup includes stories regarding multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, and osteoarthritis. We discussed new treatment methods for multiple sclerosis, potential treatments for Lyme disease, exercise options to benefit fibromyalgia, and the signs and symptoms to keep in mind to spot a stroke. If you missed any of these top-ranking ...click here to read more

By 2050, nearly 25 million Americans will be affected by vision problems as baby boomers continue to age. Currently, over 12 million Americans live with poor vision. Lead researcher Dr. Rohit Varma said, “This study gives us a GPS for our nation’s future eye health. Our group and others have shown in previous studies that ...click here to read more

The FDA has just approved a new bladder cancer drug known as Tecentriq (atezolizumab), which is intended to treat the most common type of bladder cancer. This is the first drug in its class to be approved to treat bladder cancer. Dr. Richard Pazdur, director of the office of hematology and oncology products in the ...click here to read more

Toronto, Canada, May 20, 2016 – Bel Marra Health (www.BelMarraHealth.com), a company that offers high-quality, specially formulated vitamins and nutritional products, is weighing in on a study showing a new way to predict COPD progression. According to a recent study, a process initiated in neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, may actually worsen patients ...click here to read more