April 8, 2020 by Adrienne Sylver
Cancer Clinical Trials: The Impact of...
Clinical research trials can be lifesaving for many cancer patients. They provide...
Weight-Loss Surgery’s Vital Link to Diet, Nutrition
Obesity remains at epidemic levels among U.S. adults and it’s a growing concern with children as well. Since the early 1990s, weight-loss surgery — or...
May 29, 2018 / 2 min read
Roundup: Fake Sunscreens, Lung Cancer Rates and...
FDA: Do Not Use Sunscreen Supplements or Pills; They Don’t Work There is no such thing as effective sunscreen supplements or pills, and the U.S....
May 25, 2018 / 3 min read
Depression in Adolescents, Teens Rising Dramatically
Depression is a health condition that has a negative impact on overall well-being, and the number of young Americans experiencing it is increasing. The number...
May 24, 2018 / 4 min read
Alcohol and Brain Health: Even ‘Moderate Drinking’...
Can even moderate drinking — one or two beverages a day containing alcohol — be detrimental to your health? Yes, says a new report that...
May 22, 2018 / 4 min read
Roundup: Salmonella in Eggs, ‘Bad’ Calories and...
Investigation of Salmonella Infections Linked to Eggs Continues The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cautions consumers to check egg cartons for numbers...
May 18, 2018 / 4 min read
Foods That Fuel Mental Health
When people hear the phrase “You Are What You Eat,” the first association is likely with good physical health. But did you know the foods...
May 17, 2018 / 2 min read
End-of-Life Care: Talking About Death and Dying
The use of ‘comfort care’ in news announcements about Barbara Bush’s declining health before her recent death highlighted the choices faced by those chronically ill...
May 15, 2018 / 3 min read
Roundup: E. Coli-Romaine Update, Sugary Sports Drinks...
Florida is Now Among 29 States Affected by E. Coli-Tainted Romaine Outbreak The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added Florida to...
May 11, 2018 / 5 min read
Opening Minds About Mental Health Stigma
With common concerns about health, safety and finances colliding with 24/7 news headlines that highlight the latest political or societal upheaval, it’s no surprise that...
May 10, 2018 / 3 min read
South Miami Hospital’s NicView Lets Parents See...
Doctors and nurses work around-the-clock at South Miami Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to care for premature and at-risk newborns. Of course, it’s also...
May 9, 2018 / 2 min read
