Statements by the World health Organization shed light on the incredible number of hospital errors that lead to additional disease and often death: “If you were admitted to hospital tomorrow in any country… your chances of being subjected to an error in your care would be something like 1 in 10. Your chances of...
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Hospitals Can Be Dangerous to Your Health
Low-Risk Lifestyle Dramatically Reduces Sudden Cardiac Death in Women
Sudden cardiac death currently accounts for more than half of all cardiac deaths. But a woman’s lifestyle can greatly reduced the odds of a sudden cardiac death every happening. A low risk lifestyle includes “not smoking, body mass index of less than 25, exercise duration of 30 minutes/day or longer,” and a diet that...
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Secondhand Smoke Causes Hearing Loss in Teens
Approximately 60% of children are exposed to secondhand smoke. In addition to the more obvious health dangers, a new study has found that this exposure can also cause hearing loss as they reach adolescence: “Secondhand smoke is associated with elevated pure-tone thresholds and an increased prevalence of low-frequency SNHL (sensorineural hearing loss) that is...
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NSAIDs Increase Risk of Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is a heart condition where the heart beats quickly and irregularly. It can increase the risk of stroke or heart failure. A new study has found that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, and other over the counter pain relievers increase the risk of atrial fibrillation by approximately 17%. Other...
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Mother’s Use of Marijuana Bad for Babies’ Brains
A recent report found noted that “cannabis is the most commonly used illicit substance among pregnant women.” The report went on to state that “human epidemiological and animal studies have found that prenatal cannabis exposure influences brain development and can have long-lasting impacts on cognitive functions.” Read the Abstract
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Olive Oil Protects Against Stroke
Researchers have found that consumption of olive oil can reduce the risk of stroke. When comparing those who consumed the most olive oil with those who never used it, olive oil eaters reduced their risk of stroke between 41% and 73%. These findings are in keeping with the benefits already established for those who...
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Prunes are better for Constipation
Prunes have always been thought of as a natural laxative. A recent study confirms that belief by reporting “the superior effects of dried plums (prunes) over the stool-bulking fiber supplement psyllium in the treatment of mild to moderate symptoms of constipation.” How many prunes, you may ask? Approximately 14 medium-sized prunes are what worked...
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Smoking Increases Risk of Peripheral Artery Disease for Women
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) narrows the arteries and reduces blood flow to your limbs. Among the other reasons not to start smoking, here’s one more. Research has found that “among initially healthy women, smoking is a potent risk factor for symptomatic PAD and was associated with subclinical inflammation. Smoking cessation substantially reduces risk for...
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TV Increases Risks of Diabetes, Cardio Vascular Disease & Death
The evils of television watching include more than just obesity. A new study found that “prolonged TV viewing (two hours per day or more) was associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and all-cause mortality.” TV viewing for three hours or more is associated with an even greater risk of all-cause...
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Early Pet Exposure May Reduce Pollen Sensitivity
As research into asthma and allergies continues, a newly released study looked at the effect of having pets currently or early in life. Researchers found that owning a pet in the first two years of life “seemed to offer some protection against sensitization to pollen.” Read the Abstract
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