Craig Spinks’ doctor recommended he get vaccinated against COVID-19. But the retired special-education teacher in Evans hasn’t gotten vaccinated and doesn’t intend to. “I am a widower living alone,” Spinks said. “Can’t afford any vaccine reaction.” Jerry Parsons of Augusta is a long-haul trucker. He wears a mask in his […]
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Kurt Merkelz, M.D. More prescriptions do not necessarily mean better health outcomes. Deprescribing, which is the planned and supervised process of intentionally stopping a medication or reducing its dose, is a critically important part of delivering safe, effective, patient-centered care, especially for older adults. I commend AMDA — the Society […]
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Type-2 diabetes is one of the most debilitating health conditions that affect millions of people worldwide. In the USA alone, one in every ten people is likely to be diagnosed with type-2 diabetes. This condition was once thought of as a disease for adults who are 40 years of age […]
Introduction COVID-19 is caused by SARS-CoV-2, which is easily transmitted through droplets and can survive for some time on surfaces. Because the virus spreads quickly, maintaining physical distance, individual hygiene, and wearing a mask are essential for prevention.1 Many countries imposed lockdowns that prevented people from entering and leaving countries […]
Abstract Objective To determine whether dietary interventions that increase n-3 fatty acids with and without reduction in n-6 linoleic acid can alter circulating lipid mediators implicated in headache pathogenesis, and decrease headache in adults with migraine. Design Three arm, parallel group, randomized, modified double blind, controlled trial. Setting Ambulatory, academic […]
Share on PinterestNew research details the workings of a new clock that uses AI technology to predict age-related disease. Studio 642/Getty Images A new biological clock relies on immune-related biomarkers to identify patterns and chronic inflammatory disease risk and immune system well-being. By analyzing blood samples from 1,001 individuals aged […]
Tofu is a protein-rich staple that may lower your risk of heart disease, osteoporosis and cancer. Image Credit: Mizina/iStock/GettyImages Also known as bean curd, tofu is a food made from soybeans that provides a wide range of health benefits. When you include tofu in your diet, it can provide a […]
Many herbs contain compounds that can help treat diseases or help to ease symptoms. In fact, some modern medicines have their origins in herbal remedies. A common example of this is aspirin, which is a form of salicylic acid – a compound that occurs naturally in willow bark. Herbal remedies […]