Indians live longer than Pakistanis, but lag behind Bangladeshis, says WHO | News from India
The logic behind this measure is that hospitals can order additional diagnostic tests, recommend procedures and extend hospital stays when patients have comprehensive insurance coverage. NEW DELHI: Indians can expect to live longer than their…
Hancock Public Health reports case of measles with multiple exposures
(Hancock Public Health Release) FINDLAY, Ohio — Please note that Hancock Public Health has confirmed one (1) case of measles in Findlay, Ohio, with exposure at multiple locations. The individual was at multiple locations in Findlay while infectious…
How to Get 25 Grams of Fiber Per Day Without Supplements
Small swaps are enough to meet your daily fiber goals without supplements. Legumes, seeds, artichokes, berries and whole grains are easy to incorporate into meals you already enjoy. Use fiber-rich foods as toppings, sides and mix-ins to your favorite…
Protein is everywhere. How much do you really need?
SALT LAKE CITY — From shakes and bars to protein coffee, chips and even protein water, protein-rich products are popping up everywhere. “There are so many,” said Renee Aker, who has a long-standing interest in health and nutrition. “I think protein…
Diet change can ease depression symptoms in just 4 weeks, small trial finds: ScienceAlert
A pack of snacks. A sweet drink. A meal ready in minutes. Ultra-processed foods make life in the kitchen easier. Researchers are studying whether eating less could also make a difference in depression symptoms. In a pilot trial, people diagnosed with…
This protective enzyme may help prevent fatty liver disease from getting worse
Researchers co-led by Cedars-Sinai University of Health Sciences have identified an enzyme that may help protect the liver from damage that can occur when the most common form of liver disease worsens. The results of a preclinical study published in…
4 wall exercises to test arm strength after 65
Test your arm strength as you age with these simple exercises. As you get older, it’s wise to reevaluate your strength. After all, having strong muscles is essential to living confidently and independently. We’re not saying you have to have…
A surprising red flag in your bones could signal future brain decline
How can your bones tell you about your brain health? Johns Hopkins researchers knew that bone and brain health could deteriorate with age. They wondered if the health of one might provide clues as to how quickly the other would decline. This could be a…
Animal welfare groups criticize response to bird flu outbreak at Utah mink farm
SALT LAKE CITY — After reports emerged of a bird flu outbreak at a Utah mink farm, animal welfare advocates are calling the state’s response “dangerously lax.” Details of the outbreak are still unclear publicly. A spokesperson for the…
10 new measles cases reported in Lewis County | Health
LOWVILLE, NY — Public health officials are responding to 10 new cases of measles in Lewis County, all involving unvaccinated residents. According to Lewis County Public Health, people currently in the infectious period are isolated until they are no…