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A new study finds that Kids with Sleep Apnea have higher risk of having High Blood Pressure as Teens

Children with obstructive sleep apnea are nearly three times more likely to develop high blood pressure when they become teenagers than children who never experience sleep apnea, according to a Penn State College of Medicine research study funded by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). But children whose sleep apnea improves as they grow into adolescence do not show an […]

todayJune 30, 2021

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Chocolate for Breakfast? New study finds it actually helps Menopausal Women Burn Fat!

Good news for chocoholics: starting the day with your favorite sweet treat may have unexpected health benefits. While experts have been saying for years that antioxidant-rich dark chocolate, enjoyed in moderation, has many health benefits, now Scientists from the University of Murcia in Spain have now found eating milk chocolate first thing may help postmenopausal women burn fat and stay slim! The researchers had 19 women, average age 52, eat […]

todayJune 29, 2021

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WHO warns that even Vaccinated people should still wear Masks to stop spread of COVID-19 Delta Variant

As reported in Business Insider, the World Health Organization announced on Friday said that people should continue to wear face masks and take other measures meant to curb the spread of COVID-19, raising concerns about the quickly spreading Delta variant of COVID-19. "People cannot feel safe just because they had the two doses. They still need to protect themselves," said Dr. Mariangela Simao, the assistant director-general for access to medicines […]

todayJune 28, 2021

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New study finds Drinking Coffee may reduce your risks for Chronic Liver Disease

A new study of nearly 500,000 people suggests drinking coffee, including decaf, may lower your risk of developing and dying from chronic liver disease and other liver-related problems, with benefits peaking for those who gulp three to four cups a day. Compared to non-drinkers, people who consume coffee had a 21% reduced risk of chronic liver disease, 20% lower risk of chronic or fatty liver disease, and were 49% less […]

todayJune 24, 2021

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It’s National Mosquito Control Awareness Week – Here’s what you need to know to keep the Bugs from Biting

June 20 through 26, 2021, is National Mosquito Control Awareness Week! While we are finally recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic, the hot Summer months bring on the bugs, including a yearly onslaught of mosquitoes and their itchy bites! But never fear, the American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) is here, and has tips to help you avoid the bites from these vicious blood-suckers. Standing water, bare skin and dark clothing are […]

todayJune 23, 2021

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The many Health Benefits of Matcha

Matcha has become a huge craze in the last few years, with scads of varieties littering health food and grocery store shelves. But did you know that Matcha has been used for over 4000 years in both Chinese and Japanese cultures? Below are some of the big health benefits of adding Matcha to your diet. Benefit #1: It gives you Glowing Skin Matcha powdered green tea has 137 times more antioxidants, […]

todayJune 22, 2021

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SCOTUS upholds the ACA for the Third (and final?) time

Even with a majority conservative Supreme Court, last Thursday, the SCOTUS issued an opinion upholding the Affordable Care Act by a 7-2 vote, allowing millions to keep their insurance coverage amid the coronavirus pandemic. In the decision regarding “California v. Texas,” the court reversed a lower court ruling finding the individual mandate unconstitutional. However, the court did not get to the key question of whether the individual mandate is able to be […]

todayJune 21, 2021

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Google develops AI tool to help diagnose skin conditions

Google is launching an artificial intelligence tool that will help people to self-diagnose skin conditions and know whether they need to visit a doctor. The tech giant unveiled the plans to launch Derm Assist in Europe this year at its annual developer conference. It said 2 billion people suffered from dermatologic issues worldwide that there was a "shortage of specialists." As a result many people were attempting to find out […]

todayJune 17, 2021

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Getting your Wisdom Teeth removed? Don’t throw them out – those stem cells could be lifesavers!

Many know that deciduous teeth are an excellent source of stem cells. But did you know that wisdom teeth are an excellent source as well? According to the National Dental Pulp Laboratory, if you are having your wisdom teeth extracted, it is an excellent time to bank dental stem cells, since they are typically extracted at a younger age, and usually removed in healthy condition. Unfortunately, they usually get discarded into […]

todayJune 16, 2021

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