Health News

New Joint Implants Had No Proven Benefit Over Older Ones
Newer technology may not always be the best choice for patients deciding on a joint implant.
Anxiety Treatment May Lead to Alzheimer's Later
Anti-anxiety medicines can be helpful treatments for the short term. But new research found that they may also be risky.
FDA Reminds Public of Safety Concerns With Downing Labs Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reminding health care professionals and consumers about safety concerns with all sterile-use drug products made and distributed by Downing Labs LLC, doing business as NuVision Pharmacy, in Dallas, Texas.
Some Medicines for Dementia Patients May Not Help
Not all prescription medicines deliver benefits that make paying for them worthwhile. And some medicines to treat patients with advanced dementia may be among them.
ER Visits for High Blood Pressure Jumped
About 1 in 3 Americans has high blood pressure. Although medicine and lifestyle changes can help, a rise in emergency care for blood pressure suggests that many may not have it under control.
US Kids May Eat Too Much Salt
Cravings for salty snacks can start young, but so can health issues like high blood pressure. A new report found that the sodium intake of US kids may be cause for concern.
Publix Recalls Private Label Jalapeno Bagels
Out of an abundance of precaution, the company is issuing a voluntary recall for Publix Jalapeno Bagels, which are sold in either the self-service bins or artisan cases in the bakery department, and may contain pieces of glass and small stones.
Sepsis Awareness Lacking in US
Sepsis — or "blood poisoning," as it is sometimes called — affects many patients across the US each year, but many others are not even aware of it.
Overall US Dietary Quality Remained Low
Since 2000, US officials have made several policy changes in nutrition and proper food processing. But a new study found that, despite government efforts to promote proper diet, eating habits in the US remained a national concern.
Recalled Rice Milk Snacks May Pose Potential Choking Hazard to Children
Plum Organics is voluntarily recalling its Little Crèmes organic rice milk snacks line after it was found that the product has the potential to cause choking.
<< first364365366367368369370371372last >>

REFINE