Can complementary alternative medicines relieve hot flashes?
Many menopausal women suffering from hot flashes cannot or prefer not to use hormone replacement and turn to complementary alternative medicines (CAMs) such as...
Living near major roadways raises the risk of hypertension
Living near major roadways has been linked with increased risk of cardiovascular events and worse prognosis. Residential proximity to major roadways may also be...
Good air quality during cool seasons and why it is important
Improving the homes indoor air quality could be as simple as using disinfectants that kill the bacteria and to change air filters. Some ways...
Protein-enhanced soups effectively boost protein intake
Eating protein-rich diets aids in weight control by boosting satiety and increasing energy expenditure, and helps prevent loss of lean muscle mass associated with...
Inexpensive modifications that can help seniors remain in their homes
According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one-third of all Americans over 65 are injured in falls each year. Among this group,...
Study finds delayed ADHD diagnosis hampers school performance
A new study evaluated school performance among children with have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and found that many entered school without being diagnosed; thus, hampering...
Natural interventions are often effective for back pain
Back pain can be a terribly annoying and at times even debilitating problem. Doctors Health Press reported on Sept. that back pain is not...
‘Peer effect’ increases hand hygiene among health workers in hospitals
Hand hygiene is one of the most important ways to prevent infections in the hospital. A new study indicates that health workers are more...
Some exercise clothes smell worse than others
It’s hard enough for most people to work out on a regular basis without worrying about how they smell. But, now, it might be...
The growing impact of plasma -based medicines
BloodSource has announced the opening of its 19th donor center to help meet the increasing demand for plasma-based medicines used in the treatment of...