HEALTH CONDITIONS

Nearly 1 in 5 urinary tract infections linked to contaminated meat, study finds

"Preventive steps, such as thorough handwashing, avoiding cross-contamination, and ensuring proper cooking of meat products, are essential to reducing exposure," the authors wrote.

Doctor says ‘underrated superfood’ can cut cholesterol and lower blood pressure

A doctor has revealed a "superfood" that can slash cholesterol, reduce blood pressure and enhance gut health - and it costs just pennies.

Gum disease could be linked to an increased risk of stroke and brain damage, studies find

CBS News – Keeping your mouth healthy may help keep your heart and brain healthy too, according to new research. In a study published Wednesday in Neurology Open Access, researchers found adults with gum disease may be more likely to have signs of damage to the brain's white matter than people without gum disease. "Gum disease is associated with a higher chance of inflammation, and inflammation has been tied to atherosclerosis as well as hardening of...

Prince Andrew told to leave public life forever after embarrassing royal family

Prince Andrew should ‘leave public life for ever’, says Jenrick

6 Ways Sleep May Help You Lose Weight

The amount of sleep you get may be just as important for weight loss as your diet and exercise. Evidence shows that sleep may be the missing factor for many people trying to lose weight.

Vaginal condition treatment update: Men should get treated, too

ARS TECHNICA – For some cases of bacterial vaginosis, treatment should include a package deal, doctors now say. The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) updated its clinical guidance Friday to fit with recent data indicating that treatment for recurring bacterial vaginosis (BV) in women is significantly more effective if their male partners are also treated at the same time—with both an oral antibiotic and an antibiotic cream directly onto the potentially offending member. "Women...

Magnetic Cosmetics Fly Under the Radar as MRI Risks

MEDPAGE TODAY, SAN ANTONIO -- A new challenge for MRI safety is linked to one particular beauty trend: ferromagnetic nail polish. Based on the available literature, magnetic nail polish is increasingly observed -- with reports rising 250-300% over the past decade -- and has been associated with worse image quality due to streak artifacts on 3T MRI, according to Melanie Hall, MD, of Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, reporting here at the annual...

Man left with ‘Mini-Me’ unit after trusting ‘Dr Google’ leads to amputation

Penile cancer is a rare cancer that mostly affects the skin of the penis and the foreskin. Treatment for most penile cancers caught very early include creams and laser therapy. If not caught early, treatment may mean surgery.

A-hunting we will go – just be mindful of heart health risks

DALLAS, Nov. 25, 2024 — The thrill of bagging a big buck or gobbler can bring a smile to any hunter’s face. But the exertion of dragging that trophy back to camp could bring on a heart attack or stroke, according to the American Heart Association, celebrating a century of lifesaving service as the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all. “Many people look to hunting as a way to relax and commune with nature and...

Dad charged with killing his 14-year-old daughter’s rapist now running for sheriff

Spencer’s wife, Heather, launched an online fundraiser for her husband, saying their underage daughter had been “targeted, groomed and ultimately raped by the boyfriend of a family friend.”

Former MLB All-Star Sandy Alomar Sr dead at 81 after distinguished playing, coaching career

After his playing days were over, he coached for the San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs, Colorado Rockies and the Mets.

Bird flu remains active in cheese made from raw milk for 120 days

Dozens of people in the United States have become infected with the bird flu. One person in Louisiana died.

McDonald’s sued for not providing adequate time, space to breastfeed

Bloomberg Law – Two McDonald’s managers mostly failed with a proposed nationwide collective action against the company and roughly 13,000 franchisees over breaks and space to express breast milk at work, a Chicago federal judge ruled. But Kathleen Faber and Lexis Mays can replead their allegations against McDonald’s USA LLC and other franchisees and can continue with claims against their direct employers, MBM Management Inc. and Mac-Clark Restaurants Inc., the US District Court for the...

Is Wine Really Good for You?

In moderation, wine can raise your HDL cholesterol (the "good" cholesterol), prevent blood clots and artery damage from LDL cholesterol, and help your blood vessels work their best.

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