Omega-3 fatty acids are “polyunsaturate fatty acids” necessary for brain and cellular function that also act as precursors to many other substances your body needs. We are incapable of producing them on our own so this valuable nutrient must be consumed entirely through our diet. The most common sources of omega-3s are seafood such as […]
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In patients requiring long-term intravenous (IV) drug therapy, total parenteral nutrition, temporary access for kidney dialysis, or frequent blood testing, repeated access to a vein may be necessary over an extended period of time. Multiple needle sticks into a vein can be difficult, painful, and time-consuming. In such cases, a thin, flexible tube system known
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Contrary to earlier reports, giving acetaminophen (Tylenol, etc.) for pain and fever does not worsen asthma in children, according to a multicenter, randomized, prospective trial conducted by Boston Children’s Hospital. The study enrolled 300 children 1 to 5 years old with mild, persistent asthma. Their families were randomized to use either acetaminophen or ibuprofen as
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Some older women who take calcium supplements commonly recommended to ward off age-related bone damage may face a greater dementia risk , according to a 5-year study of 700 women aged 70 to 92 years. The heightened dementia risk appears limited to women who have had a stroke or suffer from cerebrovascular disease & disorders that
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Menopause is a natural process that marks the end of the menstrual cycle. It occurs 12 months after the last menstrual period. This process occurs in all women, generally in their 40s or 50s. However, it can still occur at younger or older ages. Women generally start to experience menopausal symptoms about 4 years before
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The FDA has approved two biosimilars for the treatment of multiple inflammatory diseases, Erelzi (etanercept, Amgen), and Amjevita (adalimumab-atto, Amgen), a biosimilar to Humira (adalimumab, AbbVie). “The biosimilar pathway is an important mechanism to improve access to treatment for patients with rheumatic and autoimmune diseases.” said Janet Woodcock, MD, director of the FDA’s Center for
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Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance that is necessary for every cell in your body. There are two types of cholesterol: high-density lipoprotein (HDL), often referred to as “good cholesterol,” and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or “bad cholesterol.” LDL is called “bad cholesterol” because it can build up in your artery walls and lead to a
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Special care must be taken when it comes to medications and children. All medicine (vitamins included) should be stored up high, away and out of sight from children, including your own. Consider all of the places you may keep your medicine that children could access, from in your purse to inside your car, and move
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted accelerated approval for the first drug to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), the most common type of muscular dystrophy. DMD is a rare gentic disorder characterized by progressive muscle deterioration and weakness. Exondys 51, also known generically as eteplirsen, is specifically indicated for patients who have a
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The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a public warning about the health and safety risks of carfentanil, a powerful opioid that is sold as and mistaken for Heroin. This synthetic opioid is 10,000 times more potent than morphine and 100 times more potent than fentanyl, which itself is 50 times more potent than heroin.
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Health officials from the CDC and the Hawaii State Department of Public Health have identified the first cluster of gonorrhea infections in the United States to show resistance to available antibiotics. Gonococcal isolates taken last spring from seven patients in Honolulu showed resistance to azithromycin at dramatically higher levels than typically seen in the US.
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There are approximately 200 different viruses that cause the “common cold” but rhinovirus is responsible for as many as 40% of cases. While there is no cure for the cold, the virus usually runs its course within a week or so. During that time, there are plenty of ways which you can reduce the symptoms
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Having a first aid kit around the home is a wise precaution to deal with minor cuts, scrapes, stings, burns or sprains. We know from personal experience that a well-stocked first-aid kit can help with a quick and effective response to common injuries and emergencies. While many people like to keep a first aid kit
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Pain can be divided into two different categories, acute and chronic. Acute pain typically lasts for a shorter duration (no more than 6 months) and is the result of some form of tissue damage. Chronic pain persists even after an injury has healed or is resulting from an ongoing condition. It can include lower back
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The US Food & Drug Administration’s Arthritis Advisory Committee has made a unanimous decision in favor of licensing Amgen’s biosimilar version of AbbVie’s adalimumab (Humira), ABP 501. The blockbuster biologic Humira is approved for the treatment of several autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and plaque psoriasis. While pricing data aren’t yet available, putting
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Half of American adults taking opioids and other commonly prescribed medications use them in ways that put their health at risk, according to a new study from Quest Diagnostics. An analysis of over 3 million test results showed that 54% of American adults misused their prescription drugs in 2015. “Drug misuse” is defined in this
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According to data presented at the AIDS 2016 conference, the dapivirine vaginal ring can significantly reduce the transmission of HIV infection in women. After two large clinical trials were conducted and analysed in Africa, researchers found that HIV risk was cut by at least 56% in women who used the monthly ring consistently. Additional subgroup
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Differin Gel 0.1% (adapalene), a once-daily topical gel for the over-the-counter (OTC) treatment of acne. For years, the only acne medications approved by the FDA for OTC use have been benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and sulfur. Differin gel works better and faster than any retinol and is
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School is back in session, and Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HMFD) is something to be on the lookout for in all children, especially those in pre-school who haven’t developed the appropriate antibodies that fight the disease. Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease sounds almost like a made up illness, but the fact is it’s no
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Did you know that baby boomers, adults born between 1946 and 1964, are five times more likely to have been exposed to the hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Hepatitis C can cause serious health issues such as liver damage, liver fancer, cirrhosis and even death. It is the leading cause of liver cancer and liver transplants.
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