You might bend the rules with food or skin care, but when the expiration date in question is stamped on a condom — the only thing standing between you and a sexually transmitted infection or unplanned pregnancy — it’s best you take notice. “The materials used to make the condom break down over time,” Kate
Sundar Pichai, chief executive officer at Google LLC, speaks during the Google Cloud Next ’19 event in San Francisco, California, U.S., on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. Michael Short | Bloomberg | Getty Images Four Democratic leaders on Monday wrote to Google and the hospital network Ascension Health asking for more information about how patient health
Nut allergies are among the most common food allergies, and they include reactions to almonds, walnuts, and pecans. An allergy to peanuts, however, is not technically a nut allergy. Many of the 1.2% of people in the United States who are allergic to peanuts may mistakenly believe that they have a nut allergy, but peanuts
Researchers have developed an immediate and accurate screening method to test for male infertility. For approximately one in three infertile couples, it is the male who is infertile, most often as a result of inadequate sperm production, sperm function, or sperm delivery. Illnesses, injuries, and chronic health problems can play a role in causing male
New research finds that following a diet rich in plant-based foods and low in animal products during midlife is associated with a significantly lower risk of cognitive impairment later in life. Share on PinterestEating a plant-based diet in midlife may prevent later cognitive decline. According to the latest estimates from the United Nations, there are
In a recent study, researchers examined the feasibility of generating new pediatric growth charts using a novel big data approach. Pediatric growth charts are clinical tools used by pediatricians and general practitioners to monitor the growth of infants and children over time. The charts identify serious health problems early, or in time, to provide the
Kate Miller and Anna Duckworth are cofounders of Miss Grass. Way back before hemp-derived CBD was federally legal, let alone ubiquitous, and way before we officially founded Miss Grass, we were already well aware of the health and wellness benefits of cannabis. It was through cannabis that Kate found a lasting preventative treatment for her
A recent study reports on positive outcomes of a workplace holiday weight-gain prevention program. As the holiday season approaches, a significant concern for many is the weight gain that can occur, typically due to overeating and sedentary activity that occurs due to increased social gatherings and less frequent activity during the cooler months. So, what
Fitbit Insire HR Todd Haselton | CNBC When Mike Carpenter learned Google‘s latest acquisition would be Fitbit, the maker of a device he wore at all hours of the day except in the shower, he left his Fitbit Charge 3 on the table at his office where he was working that day. He, and others
Military personnel returning home have been exposed to sights and sounds associated with trauma. However, how these individuals respond to the same stimuli, but in a safer context, is of interest to researchers from UCLA studying the effects of traumatic brain injury and PTSD on fear learning. Military personnel are exposed to stressful and traumatic
A study finds that increased activity over the age of 60 can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Share on PinterestNew research examines the impact of physical activity in people over the age of 60. In 2015, 900 million people, globally, were over the age of 60. By 2050, the World Health Organization (WHO)
Campaigners gather at London’s V&A Museum on Saturday Nov. 16, 2019, to protest against its display of the Sackler name. CNBC’s Chloe Taylor Campaigners gathered at London’s famous Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum Saturday to protest against its display of the Sackler name. Some members of the billionaire Sackler family are known for founding and
It is common knowledge that exercise is good for physical health, but a new study shows that it can also help curtail episodes of depression, even in those who have an increased genetic risk. Share on PinterestNew research suggests that any physical exercise can drastically cut the risk of depressive episodes. According to the researchers,
If leggings aren’t high-waisted, we probably aren’t buying them. The style is so perfect because it holds you in, doesn’t ride down and expose anything, and also looks great with just a sports bra or crop top. Plus, we find high-waisted leggings to be the most comfortable styles. Since there’s always room in your closet
A recent study set out to investigate the association between drinking tea and the risk of stroke in a Chinese population. Specifically, the researchers wanted to understand whether the association differed for specific types of tea. The results of the study have been published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. For the study, researchers
Long-haul air travel is the gateway to seeing the world, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy on the body. The pitfalls of long flights can include jet lag, bloating, swelling of the legs and feet, dehydration, and dry skin. But fear not, international traveler, because the foods you eat in the air can actually
Depression is one of the most common mood disorders in the United States. It causes persistent sadness and limits a person’s ability to go about their daily activities. However, depression is treatable, and people can recover from it. Both lifestyle changes and medical treatments can help individuals feel better. Typically, managing depression is an ongoing
Alex Gorsky, Chairman and CEO of Johnson & Johnson. Adam Jeffery | CNBC Johnson & Johnson shares climbed about 3% in midday trading Friday after an Oklahoma judge reduced the penalty the company must pay over the state’s opioid lawsuit from $572 million to $465 million. Immediately after the reduction, the company said they would
Homeopathy for anxiety uses mixtures of herbal, mineral, and other natural products to relieve anxiety symptoms. These very dilute homeopathic concoctions would sometimes be toxic in high doses. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America report that anxiety is the most prevalent mental health condition in the United States, affecting 18.1% of the adult population
A team of researchers at Icahn School of Medicine, Mount Sinai conducted a study using a new approach for flu vaccination that has brought us one step closer to a universal flu vaccine. Flu causes significant illness and death worldwide. Flu is caused by the Influenza virus – a type of virus that undergoes antigenic
A little higher in the carb department than some other nuts, pistachios are still by no means a high-carb nut. They’re also packed with potassium, an electrolyte involved in blood pressure regulation. “A 28 gram serving of pistachio kernels has 282 mg of potassium, which is about what you’d get in a small banana,” says
A recent study investigated the effect of itch on mental health, reporting that patients with itch experience increased mental health issues. Itch is a significant symptom experienced by patients suffering from dermatological conditions such as eczema, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, to name a few. Depression, suicidal ideation, and anxiety have previously been reported to coincide with
Following rising cases of e-cigarette or vaping lung illness (EVALI) in the United States, experts have developed a guide for diagnosing and treating this condition. E-cigarettes allow users to aerosolize (vape) liquid, which contains nicotine or other substances. Since their introduction in 2000, the worldwide usage of these devices has surged. Many e-cigarette formulations are
Specialists warn that single number average survival estimates for advanced stage breast cancer are unhelpful and usually inaccurate. Instead, they advise doctors to provide several case-specific survival estimates to help people plan with realism and hope. Share on PinterestWhat is a more helpful approach when it comes to discussing survival rate estimates for late stage
Hallucinations can be a sign of a mental health illness, but they do not always mean a person is unwell. Hallucinations are, in fact, relatively common. One 2015 study from Europe found that 7.3 percent of people reported a life-long experience of hearing voices. A further study from South Africa on hallucinations in the general
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that starts in immune cells called lymphocytes. When lymphoma affects the skin, it may cause a rash that appears as one or more scaly, reddish-to-purple patches, plaques, or nodules. A lymphoma rash, such as mycosis fungoides (MF), can be easy to confuse with other skin conditions, such as psoriasis
On Nov. 13, US Paralympic athlete Deja Rae ran to victory in the 200-meter T47 event at the 2019 World Para Athletics Championships in Dubai. She also finished second in the 100-meter T47 behind fellow American Brittni Mason, after setting a world record of 11.92 seconds in the prelims (Brittni beat that record in the
Bone marrow is soft, spongy tissue within some bones, including those in the hips and thighs. People with certain blood-related conditions benefit from a transplant that replaces damaged cells with healthy cells, possibly from a donor. Bone marrow transplants can be lifesaving for people with conditions such as lymphoma or leukemia, or when intensive cancer
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