Month: July 2021
Study Finds COVID-19 May Lower Intelligence
Researchers said those who had been placed on a ventilator while ill showed the most substantial effects. On average, their score dropped 7 IQ points.
Read MoreBiden Reverses Trump Policy Limiting U.S. Nursing Home Fines
The Biden administration has reversed a Trump policy that limited the size of fines that U.S. nursing homes could be slapped with for violating safety standards.
Read MoreSevere Opioid Overdoses Rose by Nearly a Third During Pandemic
Opioid overdose-related visits to U.S. emergency departments rose by nearly one-third during the COVID-19 pandemic last year.
Read MoreInfluencer Dies Seeking Treatment for Underarm Sweating
Odalis Santos Mena, a 23-year-old social media influencer, athlete, bodybuilder, and fitness competitor, recently died of cardiac arrest while seeking treatment for underarm sweating.
Read MorePfizer Vaccine Protection Wanes After 6 Months Study Finds
Meanwhile, the company announced early data showing a third dose greatly increases protection against the Delta variant.
Read MorePoll: Minorities Less Comfortable Discussing Sensitive Issues With a Doctor
A new WebMD poll shows that members of minority communities are more uneasy about discussing sensitive topics, like race-related issues and sexual orientation, with doctors.
Read MoreMost Unvaccinated Americans Want to Stay That Way: Poll
A new survey reveals eight in 10 American adults who haven’t received a COVID-19 shot say they are unlikely to get one.
Read MoreCDC Monitors Potential Monkeypox Exposure in U.S.
The CDC is watching for a potential outbreak of monkeypox in the U.S. in addition to monitoring for the Delta variant of COVID-19.
Read MorePrescriptions for Fruits and Vegetables a Blossoming Program
The premise is simple: A health care provider or a health insurance plan provides a ”prescription” for produce. Patients redeem it at a local farmer’s market, grocery store, or a community-based sponsoring organization.
Read MoreMoney Can Buy Americans Longer Life: Study
Money may not buy happiness but new research suggests it may at least help Americans live longer.
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