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A diet low in fruits, leafy vegetables, and fish may be associated with an increased risk for hepatocellular carcinoma. PLOS One, April 2020
Read MoreAn analysis of data on both the first and second pregnancies of over 300,000 Norwegian women revealed that the risk of preterm birth in their second pregnancy was two times greater among women who experienced a complication during their first pregnancy such as preeclampsia placental abruption, stillbirth, neonatal death, and low birth weight for gestational…
Read MoreFor the most part, the causes of hoarseness—a raspy or strained voice—are not serious and usually resolve within a few weeks. The Cleveland Clinic offers these probable causes of hoarseness: a common cold or an upper respiratory infection, using your voice too much or too loudly, gastroesophageal reflux, smoking, allergies, thyroid problems, and trauma to…
Read MoreAmong a group of 1,400 postmenopausal women with either colon or rectal cancer, researchers observed that having a strong social support network is associated with up to a 58% reduced risk of death from colorectal cancer. Cancer, January 2020
Read MoreA review of findings from 44 published studies concluded that 60% of whiplash patients will experience headaches within one week of their injury and up to 38% may continue to report headaches up to one year later. Doctors of chiropractic are trained to evaluate headaches and other symptoms associated with whiplash injuries. Pain, January 2020
Read MoreCognitively normal but sedentary adults with either a family history or genetic risk for Alzheimer’s disease who participated in a six-month aerobic exercise training program experienced improvements in brain glucose metabolism and executive function skills, both of which are associated with a reduced risk for cognitive decline. Brain Plasticity, January 2020
Read MoreNew research concludes that there is no association between egg intake and higher blood cholesterol or associated cardiovascular risk factors. Cardiologist Dr. Guy Mintz notes, “This very large study has clearly demonstrated that people can have one egg a day without any cardiovascular consequences.” American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, January 2020
Read MoreThe results of a thirteen-year study involving 6,615 adults suggest that individuals with persistent asthma have a 50% elevated risk for developing atrial fibrillation, which is a common heart rhythm disorder that is known to significantly increase the risk of stroke. Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, February 2020
Read MoreTo prevent, reduce, or eliminate a flea infestation, the Environmental Protection Agency recommends the following: check carpets, cushioned furniture, and cracks and crevices daily; steam clean carpets regularly and pay extra attention to areas where pets sleep; wash all pet bedding and family bedding every two weeks; use a flea comb on your pet to…
Read MoreQuestionnaires completed by nearly 22,000 high schoolers across the United States revealed that 75% routinely experience boredom, anger, sadness, fear, and/or stress while at school. Journal of Learning and Instruction, January 2020
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