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fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
6 days ago

4 Essential Steps To Prevent Pressure Injuries at Home

Pressure injuries, previously known as pressure sores or bed sores, occur when prolonged pressure cuts off the blood supply to the skin and tissue.
Alternative medicine
#ticks
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Don't power pee' but do grab a mirror: 13 easy, effective ways to protect your pelvic floor

One in three women in the UK experiences urinary incontinence, highlighting the importance of pelvic floor health.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Fighting Infections, Teaching Tomorrow: A Conversation with Dr. David Banach

An infection affects not just an individual but also a family, hospital, or community. The intersection of individual care and population health interests me.
Public health
#hiv
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Public health

This company's drug could effectively end the HIV epidemic-but patients remember how it slow walked a past treatment

fromFast Company
1 month ago
Public health

This company's drug could effectively end the HIV epidemic-but patients remember how it slow walked a past treatment

#hypertension
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What is Sibling Sexual Abuse? Statistics, Signs, and Effects

Sibling sexual abuse is often overlooked but has profound effects on survivors, necessitating awareness and proactive prevention efforts.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: Finance continues to rule U.S. health care

It is short-sighted and cruel to underfund programs designed to keep people healthy, particularly when comparing the U.S. health care funding model to countries like France.
US politics
#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Mental health

Mental Health Checkups and a Continuum of Intervention

Mental health screenings are as critical as physical health check-ups, yet these are often overlooked in preventive care.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Shower That Stopped a Shooting

A simple act of kindness can prevent potential mass shootings through compassion.
Mental health support is crucial in preventing youth trauma and violence.
Unaddressed childhood trauma and mental illness significantly contribute to mass shootings.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Shower That Stopped a Shooting

A simple act of kindness can prevent potential mass shootings through compassion.
Mental health support is crucial in preventing youth trauma and violence.
Unaddressed childhood trauma and mental illness significantly contribute to mass shootings.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

After Seeing My Mom Live With Skin Cancer, I Found Out I'd Been Making This Sunscreen Mistake Every Day

Sunscreen is vital for skin cancer protection, but many make critical application mistakes.
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Having a Healthy Sex Life When Using Dating Apps - Social Media Explorer

1 in 5 Americans have a sexually transmitted infection, and many factors such as location, choices, and identity contribute to the risk of contracting STIs.
Public health
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

These 4 fruits can help lower your colon cancer risk: gastroenterologist

Dietary changes could help reduce the rising colon cancer mortality rate in individuals under 55.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

First Responders Are Revealing The "Emergency" Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life, And Wow

Take rabies seriously; if bitten, seek immediate vaccination to prevent a fatal outcome.
Always wear a helmet on any form of two-wheeled transport; it can save your life.
Keep feet off the dashboard to prevent serious injuries in accidents.
Don't hesitate to call 911 for potential emergencies as timely help is crucial.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago

Warning of wildfires in London ahead of unseasonably hot weather

Recent events in Los Angeles and South Korea have demonstrated how rapidly fires can spread outdoors even when temperatures are not at their highest.
London politics
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
4 months ago

Effective Strategies for Hearing Loss Prevention

Hearing loss prevention requires a carefully coordinated series of lifestyle choices and audiological intervention. Age is the single most significant predictor of hearing loss in individuals.
Alternative medicine
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

April Is Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month

Child Abuse Prevention Month highlights the importance of creating safe environments for children and raising awareness to combat abuse.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The truth about cholesterol: 12 things you need to know from eggs to weight to statins

Cholesterol can creep up without symptoms; people over 40 should get their levels checked every five years to prevent serious health issues.
Exercise
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Mayor announces extra funding to support London's domestic abuse victims

The key thing that we’ve all got to do is prevention. We want to stop somebody becoming the victim of domestic abuse and violence in the first place.
London politics
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | Kennedy Wants to Cure Chronic Disease. Here's What He's Up Against.

The healthcare system inadequately addresses chronic disease prevention and management, inadequately supporting patients' ability to implement lifestyle changes.
Health
fromHarvard Gazette
4 months ago

Heart disease nation's top cause of death yet prevention efforts lax - Harvard Gazette

Cardiovascular disease remains America's leading cause of death, but patients are often too complacent about prevention.
#heart-disease
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

Doctors And Medical Professionals Are Sharing The Everyday Things People Do That Could Be Killing Them

Chronic social isolation can lead to serious health risks; building connections is vital for overall well-being.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Alcohol use is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the US report

Alcohol is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the US, with significant death and case numbers annually.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

What's the Best Way to Get Rid of Plantar Warts?

"Plantar warts can feel like walking on a small rock with every step. They are stubborn and often take months to go away."
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago

Why Controlling Blood Sugar is Crucial for Your Health

More than one in three adults in the United States has prediabetes, a condition characterized by higher-than-normal blood sugar levels that can escalate into diabetes.
Digital life
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
11 months ago

How to Know If You're Drinking Enough Water This Summer

Staying hydrated in extreme heat is crucial to prevent heat-related illnesses as high temperatures can lead to dehydration and severe health issues like heat stroke.
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