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More Older Americans Use Online 'Patient Portals' to …

WEDNESDAY, May 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Older Americans are increasingly likely to log into “patient portals” to access their health care information — but confidence levels vary. About 78% of people aged 50 to 80 now use at least one patient portal, according to the new University of Michigan (U-M) National Poll on Healthy Aging.

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The Women’s Health Screenings and Preventive Care …

(2 days ago) Web5 high-priority health screenings for women. Regular preventive care is vital, encompassing both women-specific tests such as breast cancer and cervical cancer …

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Wegovy Shows Weight-Loss Effectiveness in Real-World Study

(3 days ago) WebSold as Wegovy, the self-administered injectable is given at a higher once-a-week dosage of 2.4 mg. It is intended as a weight-loss medication for adults with an …

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COVID Emergency Is Over, But Need For Awareness Remains

(3 days ago) WebAccording to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, access to COVID-19 vaccines and important medications "will generally not be affected," although …

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Large Study Supports Less Invasive Way to Treat 'Leaky' Heart Valves

(Just Now) WebWEDNESDAY, May 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- When one of the heart’s valves springs a big leak, that can spell big trouble. The good news: The condition, …

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FDA Clears New Insulin Pump and Algorithm-Based Software

(3 days ago) WebEnhanced automatic insulin delivery system cleared for people with type 1 diabetes ≥6 years. THURSDAY, May 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and …

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FDA Grants Full Approval to Paxlovid to Treat COVID-19

(1 days ago) WebTHURSDAY, May 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Americans with COVID-19 have been taking Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets, copackaged for oral …

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FDA Grants Full Approval to Paxlovid Against COVID-19

(5 days ago) Webthe U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the oral antiviral Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets, co-packaged for oral use) for the treatment of …

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Multiple Concussions in Youth Tied to Variety of Greater Symptoms

(9 days ago) WebFRIDAY, May 26, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Young patients with a history of multiple concussions report greater cognitive, sleep, and neuropsychiatric symptoms …

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Medication for Opioid Use Disorder Dispensed More After …

(7 days ago) WebTHURSDAY, May 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Medicare payment and COVID-19 policy changes increased dispensing of medication treatment for opioid use …

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Alzheimer's Gene Might Also Raise Odds for Epilepsy

(5 days ago) WebTHURSDAY, May 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) – People with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease may have an increased risk of epilepsy, a new …

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1 in 5 U.S. Seniors Now Skip Meds Because of Cost

(2 days ago) WebOne in five seniors say they ration their meds or skip them altogether because of high costs, even though they are on Medicare. And they want their doctor's …

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Allowing Bedside Nurses to Order C. Difficile Testing Cuts Time to

(9 days ago) Web2 days ago · FRIDAY, May 26, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Allowing bedside nurses to independently order stool testing for Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) significantly …

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Americans' Anxiety Levels Are Dipping But Still High

(4 days ago) WebWEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Americans are less anxious than they were in early 2020, at the dawn of the COVID-19 pandemic, but many …

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Huge Mass of Sargassum Seaweed Is Targeting Florida's Coast, …

(9 days ago) Web2 days ago · Adobe Stock. FRIDAY, May 26, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Be cautious when heading to Florida's beaches this summer, an expert warned, as a 5,000-mile floating …

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Stress Across the Life Span Could Worsen MS

(5 days ago) Web1 hour ago · Adobe Stock. MONDAY, May 29, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that attacks the central nervous system and leaves patients …

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Black Patients With Overactive Bladder Less Likely to Receive β3

(5 days ago) Web2 days ago · FRIDAY, May 26, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Black individuals are significantly less likely than non-Hispanic White individuals to fill a prescription for a β3-adrenoceptor …

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Illicit Use of Ketamine Keeps Rising in U.S.

(5 days ago) WebThis could indicate growing recreational use of the drug, which might be contaminated with deadly fentanyl. WEDNESDAY, May 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- …

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What Is Pelvic Floor Therapy

(5 days ago) WebThe pelvis is bordered by the hip bone and pubic symphysis -- the joint between your left and right pelvic bones. It supports internal organs, including the …

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Dupilumab Reduces Exacerbations in Patients With COPD

(2 days ago) WebTHURSDAY, May 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with type 2 inflammation, dupilumab is …

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Heavy Pot Use Tied to Bipolar Disorder, Depression

(4 days ago) WebKey Takeaways. FRIDAY, May 26, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Heavy users of marijuana might face an increased risk of bipolar disorder and depression, a new …

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Grill Plant-Based Burgers the Safe Way

(Just Now) Web1 day ago · Adobe Stock. SUNDAY, May 28, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- The last thing you want to invite to your Memorial Day cookout is foodborne illness. An expert from Virginia …

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PTSD Symptoms Worsen Over Six Months for Firearm Injury …

(2 days ago) WebTUESDAY, May 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Firearm injury survivors experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and poor health-related quality of life, …

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Consumer News Articles

(4 days ago) WebA comprehensive health and medical encyclopedia, listed from a to z. A-Z of Wellness Topics Aging Alzheimers Arthritis Asthma and Allergies Baby and Child Care Cancer …

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Perceived Access to Firearms Higher in Teens With Depression

(2 days ago) WebMONDAY, May 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- High school-aged teens with recent depression and/or lifetime history of suicidality (DLHS) have higher perceived …

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Social Media a Risk to Youth, Surgeon General Warns

(9 days ago) WebTUESDAY, May 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Social media presents a “profound risk” to young brains, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy warned on …

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