As maternal mortality skyrockets in the United States, a federal program created to improve rural maternity care has bypassed Black mothers, who are at the highest risk of complications and death related to pregnancy. The grant-funded initiative, administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration, began rolling out four years ago and, so far, has […]
Continue ReadingiStock/Getty Images Plus Keeping up with all the latest in health news can be a crapshoot. Luckily, we’ve got you covered. Here are the most headline-grabbing stories this week from Yahoo News partners. ‘“Crapsules” … may offer new hope for patients’ A clinical trial funded by the United Kingdom’s National Institute for Health and Care […]
Continue ReadingJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. Transgender minors and some adults in Missouri will soon be banned from accessing puberty blockers, hormones and gender-affirming surgeries under a bill signed Wednesday by the state’s Republican governor. [–> Beginning Aug. 28, Missouri health care providers won’t be able to prescribe those gender-affirming treatments for teens and children. Most adults will […]
Continue ReadingJune 1, 2023 · 7:00 AM From DailyMail: Salt has long been seen as enemy number one for people with heart problems, with doctors telling patients to cut down on the amount of sodium they consume. But new research suggests that restricting salt too much may actually raise the risk of an early death in […]
Continue ReadingHealthy plants are the most critical component of a thriving garden. And one of the best ways to keep them that way is to make sure your soil’s pH level suits their needs. Every plant requires a specific soil pH range within which it can best absorb essential nutrients. Because the optimal range is different […]
Continue ReadingDonald Trump is under fire from Republicans for complimenting North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un after his country was admitted to the World Health Organization’s Executive Board. “Congratulations to Kim Jung Un!” the former president wrote on Truth Social, misspelling his name while sharing news of the admission. The post drew immediate condemnation from GOP presidential […]
Continue ReadingA new study found that many types of contact lenses contain toxic ‘forever chemicals.’ (Photo via Getty Images) This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Contact a qualified medical professional before engaging in any physical activity, or making any changes to your diet, […]
Continue ReadingPublished: Apr. 27, 2023 at 10:00 AM EDT|Updated: 39 minutes ago LOS ANGELES, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Award-winning Artist/Director Lalo Alcaraz and non-profit population health leader, Heluna Health, announce a collaboration to raise awareness and promote action for birth equity and community health. Heluna Health enhances the health, wellness and resilience of every community […]
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