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2023

Low-Dose Eyedrops No Better Than Placebo for Nearsightedness Among Kids

Low-Dose Eyedrops No Better Than Placebo for Nearsightedness Among KidsTHURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Low doses of the eyedrops ophthalmologists use to dilate your pupils during an eye exam are not able to slow the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children, a new clinical trial has found.Atropine eyedrops at a concentration of 0.01% did not outperform placebo drops in slowing either myopia progression or elongation of the eye among children after two years of treatment, the study results show.The results contradict findings from other recent trials that showed a benefit from using low-dose atropine drops to arrest myopia, the researchers said.Stronger concentrations of atropine — 0.5% to 1% — have long been used by pediatric eye doctors to slow the progression of nearsightedness, the study authors said in background...

Study Delivers More Evidence of a Mental Health Crisis...

13 July 2023
Study Delivers More Evidence of a Mental Health Crisis Among Teens, Particularly GirlsTHURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Depression, suicidal thoughts and other mental health problems sent record numbers of American kids, especially girls, to emergency rooms during the COVID-19 pandemic.Once there, many waited days or even weeks to be admitted to the hospital, a new study reports."The system was already stretched to begin with and then the pandemic hit and more people were seeking care," said senior researcher Haiden Huskamp, a professor of health care policy at Harvard Medical School in Boston. "There are just not enough providers, clinicians, facilities or inpatient beds."For the study, Huskamp and her colleagues looked at data on more than 4 million health insurance claims for U.S. children ages 5 to 17.They discovered nearly 89,000 ER visits for mental...

Being Isolated May Shrink the Aging Brain

13 July 2023
Being Isolated May Shrink the Aging BrainTHURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Older adults who regularly spend time with family and friends may have bigger brains to show for it, a new study suggests.Healthy brain aging is a complex matter, and researchers are still trying to understand which factors keep the mind sharp and which ones feed declines in memory and thinking.But a number of studies have suggested that social life matters. Social stimulation is thought to help support mental acuity; on the other hand, social isolation in the golden years has been linked to an increased risk of dementia.Exactly why, though, is unclear.So for the new study, researchers led by Dr. Toshiharu Ninomiya, of Kyushu University in Japan, asked a different question: Is social isolation connected to older adults' brain volume?The brain...

AHA News: 'Heart Sisters': How One Family's Loss Led to...

13 July 2023
AHA News: `Heart Sisters`: How One Family`s Loss Led to New Life and a Deep FriendshipTHURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (American Heart Association News) -- When Jennifer Mayadas-Dering started coughing and having a headache, she didn't think much of it. She was far more concerned with her son, a college freshman who was in the hospital with a lung condition.From his bedside, she called her doctor. "It's just your asthma," he told her. He prescribed steroids.Her son recovered, but her coughing grew worse. A competitive racquetball player, she found it increasingly difficult to keep up with her workouts. Her heart rate climbed. She had trouble sleeping because she couldn't breathe when she lay down. Two months and 14 doctor appointments later, Mayadas-Dering had no relief. Things were so dire that she started sleeping upright in a chair.Her husband insisted they see another doctor...

Nearly 1 in 5 Say Their Workplace Can Be Toxic, Poll Finds

13 July 2023
Nearly 1 in 5 Say Their Workplace Can Be Toxic, Poll FindsTHURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- About one-fifth of American workers say their workplace is toxic, and many say their mental health is harmed as a result. The American Psychological Association (APA) questioned 2,515 employed adults in April for its annual Work in America Survey. Nineteen percent stated that their workplace is very or somewhat toxic.“The number of individuals who report experiencing a toxic workplace without protection from harm is troubling,” said Arthur Evans Jr., APA’s chief executive officer. “No one should feel fear at work. It is clear there is much work to be done to foster a positive work environment for all workers in this nation,” he said in an association news release.“Toxic workplace” is described as a place where infighting,...

In the Name of Better Slumber, a Third of American Couples Choose 'Sleep Divorce'

13 July 2023
In the Name of Better Slumber, a Third of American Couples Choose `Sleep Divorce`THURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- More than one-third of coupled Americans who want better sleep are opting for a “sleep divorce.” They’re not actually divorcing, but sleeping in another room so that they each sleep better. “We know that poor sleep can worsen your mood, and those who are sleep deprived are more likely to argue with their partners. There may be some resentment toward the person causing the sleep disruption, which can negatively impact relationships,” said Dr. Seema Khosla, a pulmonologist in North Dakota and spokesperson for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). “Getting a good night’s sleep is important for both health and happiness, so it’s no surprise that some couples choose to sleep apart for their overall well-being,” Khosla...

Could 'Produce Prescriptions' Save $40 Billion in Medical Bills Among Those With Diabetes? Study Says Yes

13 July 2023
Could `Produce Prescriptions` Save $40 Billion in Medical Bills Among Those With Diabetes? Study Says YesTHURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- A bunch of healthy fruits and vegetables could be just what the doctor ordered.Nonprofit groups and public health agencies have experimented with the idea of a produce prescription over the years. Now, a new study simulates what would happen if patients with diabetes and diet-related conditions were given free or discounted produce and nutrition education nationwide.The researchers, from the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University in Boston, report it could have significant health benefits and save billions of dollars in health care costs.“Of the strategies that can improve American’s nutrition and diet-related health outcomes, evidence continues to build that produce prescriptions are a terrific option,”...

New Type of Treatment Tackles Tough-to-Treat Prostate Cancer

13 July 2023
New Type of Treatment Tackles Tough-to-Treat Prostate CancerTHURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- A preclinical study offers a potential new therapy for treatment-resistant prostate cancer, offering new hope for men with the disease.The study used the chemotherapy drug cisplatin, administered orally, to disrupt the metabolism of prostate cancer cells and bring the medication directly into treatment-resistant cells.University of Miami researchers validated their targets in human prostate cancer biopsies. Then they tested the treatment in human cancer cells and a mouse model of prostate cancer, to show it could be safe and effective in shrinking these cancers.Cisplatin is a potent drug but it has not been effective in treating prostate cancer. For this study, the researchers used a compound called Platin-L to break down a process that...

Targeted Treatment Shrinks Rare Brain Tumors in Small Study

THURSDAY, July 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- A targeted treatment has had unprecedented success in shrinking a rare brain tumor, according to clinical trial results.These tumors are papillary...

New Bionic Implant Allows Control of All Fingers

WEDNESDAY, July 12, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- A multinational team of engineers and surgeons has developed a bionic hand with a high level of function in every finger -- a significant advance for...
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