March 27, 2020 by John Fernandez
Coronavirus Roundup: Loss of Taste, Smell...
ENT Doctors: Sudden Loss of Smell or Taste may be a Symptom...
Challenges of Treating ‘Triple-Negative’ Breast Cancer
Even its name is daunting to women diagnosed with it — triple-negative breast cancer. It occurs in about 10 to 20 percent of diagnosed breast...
October 7, 2019 / 4 min read
Roundup: Vaping’s ‘Chemical Burns’; ADHD Guidelines Updated;...
Some Vaping-Linked Lung Injuries Resemble Chemical Burns, Researchers Say The damage to the lungs of some people who have become ill from vaping resembles chemical...
October 4, 2019 / 4 min read
Breast Cancer Prevention: What You Need to...
When it comes to breast cancer prevention, awareness and living healthy are at the top of the list. “While age – getting older – is...
October 2, 2019 / 3 min read
Roundup: Time for Flu Shots; U.S. Diets...
CDC Issues Updated Flu Shot Recommendations October is almost here and that means it’s time for getting your flu shot and making sure your kids...
September 27, 2019 / 4 min read
Q&A on e-Cigs: Vaping’s Rising Health Hazards
An outbreak of a vaping-related lung disease has sickened 804 people — mostly young men — and killed 12, including one in Florida, according to...
September 24, 2019 / 3 min read
Roundup: Breakthrough Peanut Allergy Treatment; FDA Warning...
FDA Closer to Approving First Peanut Allergy Treatment by January An advisory committee with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first treatment...
September 20, 2019 / 4 min read
New Carotid Artery Procedure Lowers Stroke Risk
The carotid arteries are vital blood vessels in the neck that supply blood to the brain. With stenosis (narrowing) from fatty deposits, or plaque, a...
September 17, 2019 / 2 min read
Roundup: High Blood Pressure & Pregnancy; Ban...
High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Rises Dramatically Since 1970, New Study Finds There has been a sharp rise in high blood pressure among pregnant women...
September 13, 2019 / 4 min read
#BaptistHealthy In Motion: Burpee Breakdown
Burpees are considered a cardio-strength exercise that increases your heart rate while building muscle. Burpees involve your entire body, particularly your arms and shoulders. This...
September 12, 2019 / 2 min read
More Men are Facing High-Risk Prostate Cancer....
An ongoing debate over the effectiveness of a blood test to detect prostate cancer may have contributed to fewer men getting screened for the disease....
September 10, 2019 / 3 min read
