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With BBQ season in full swing, the risk of accidental fires and burns is much greater during the summertime. Dr. James Gallagher from New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center said, “Before using your grill, make sure all of the parts — including the gas tank — are in good condition. If you notice any leaks, cracks, ...click here to read more

We all know the dangers of smoking during pregnancy, but it appears that rates of smoking during pregnancy are well underreported. In fact, more American women are lighting up a cigarette while pregnant than you would believe. The findings are based on urine tests to measure nicotine exposure in pregnant women. Senior author Dr. Jim Greenberg ...click here to read more

This week’s health news roundup includes recent stories on healthy digestion in summer, gluten-free diet, celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and ulcerative colitis. We discussed the benefits of healthy digestion in summer, the impact of a gluten-free diet on celiac disease, fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients, how IBS symptoms ...click here to read more

The risk of power outages is much greater during the summer months, so it’s important to know how to keep yourself safe when the lights go out. The American Red Cross has put together a list of recommended supplies to have in stock for the case of a power outage. These include: Water (each person ...click here to read more

Fewer American teenagers are choosing to drink soda – in fact, the consumption rates dropped by as much as a third in the last two years. More youth prefer bottled water to the sugar-loaded sodas. Michael Jacobson, president of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, said, “Over the past 15 years, a great ...click here to read more

Researchers are steps closer to better predicting the return of colon cancer. The prediction can be made using a blood test that detects bits of DNA shed from colon cancer. Known as liquid biopsy, the technique can predict with imperfect accuracy the return of colon cancer in patients with early forms of the disease. Coauthor ...click here to read more

Nearly three million American teenagers are affected by depression annually, according to a new government report. Paolo del Vecchio, director of the Center for Mental Health Services at the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), said, “Adolescence is a critical time in a person’s development, and battling with depression can be devastating ...click here to read more

Medical marijuana is growing in popularity so much that the states where the use is legalized have seen a decline in pain medication prescriptions. Researchers found that in cases where medical marijuana can address a particular ailment, medications that do the same are less prescribed. On the other hand, there has not been a decline ...click here to read more

Researchers examined 65 popular sunscreens and found at least 40 percent of them do not meet basic safety standards. Based on the product label review, they found that many of the sunscreens lacked the minimal resistance to water and sweat recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). In addition, the costs of the sunscreens ...click here to read more

The recent review based on 29 studies involving over 6,000 children concluded that children are, in fact, heavily influenced by the TV ads they see on fast food and junk food. The research uncovered that children are more likely to eat unhealthy foods after they’ve seen a related TV ad. Those under the age of ...click here to read more

The journal Nutrition and Diabetes has recently shared some interesting research results. According to two large studies analyzing the consumption of pasta among 23,000 Italians in Pozzilli, Italy, pasta can actually lower body mass index when consumed in moderate amounts and lower the chance of obesity. “Our data show that enjoying pasta according to individuals’ ...click here to read more

The FDA has recently approved eye implants placed in the cornea to help the eye better focus on small print and nearby objects. The implant is aimed for aging baby boomers who suffer from age-related loss of focus (presbyopia). Dr. William Maisel of the FDA said in a news release, “Given the prevalence of presbyopia ...click here to read more

Patients with inherited high cholesterol have an increased risk of heart-related problems. The condition is known as heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia and affects roughly 1.5 million Americans. The genes associated with this condition prevent the liver from removing LDL cholesterol from the blood, allowing for bad cholesterol to accumulate. The researchers reviewed data from six groups ...click here to read more

The FDA has advised against consuming raw cookie dough. Eating any type of rough dough is not recommended. Furthermore, children should not play with rough dough of any kind, as germs can grow and get on their hands. If their contaminated hands go into their mouths, they can become sick. Leslie Smoot, a senior advisor ...click here to read more