A study led by University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center researchers showed that patients who already used opioids, sedatives or antidepressants prior to colorectal surgery experience significantly more complications post-surgery. Published in Diseases of the Colon & Rectum, the study examined 1,201 patients 18 years of age and older who…
Car crashes, strokes, and Alzheimer’s disease: The dangers of sleep deprivation
Most people are familiar with the obvious consequences of sleep deprivation—the heavy eyelids, short attention spans and excessive yawning after a poor night’s sleep. But there are more consequences of meager sleep than people realize. Research shows skimping on sleep is linked to numerous health problems, including stroke, obesity and…
Arthritis warning – the numb pain you should never ignore
Arthritis is a common condition that can affect people of all ages, according to the NHS. You should consider speaking to a doctor about rheumatoid arthritis if you have a numb feeling in your hands. Arthritis pain can lead to a number of debilitating symptoms that patients will want to…
India re-opens more public spaces despite record virus infections
Malls and temples re-opened in several cities across India on Monday despite the country recording a record daily number of new coronavirus infections, with the pandemic expected to ravage the country for weeks to come. After a 10-week lockdown the government has risked lifting some restrictions in a bid to…
Dementia: Best exercises for staving off the brain condition proven in study
Dementia is an umbrella term to describe the progressive decline in brain functioning. A study has revealed the best exercises to keep the mind sharp. Scientists from UT Southwestern Medical Centre, Texas, mapped out brain changes following one year of exercise training. Published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, they…
Four-year-old with cerebral palsy walks for first time in emotional video
Louie George Wood was born prematurely at 28 weeks and has quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy, a brain injury called periventricular leukomalacia and delayed development. He needs round the clock care but with the help of his parents Jodie Morgan and Tom Wood, he has defied many expectations. Doctors said he…
Restless sleep increases the risk of atherosclerosis – Naturopathy naturopathy specialist portal
Poor sleep increases the risk for heart disease Restless sleep and clogged arteries both of which are complaints increase with advancing age. As atherosclerosis is known accumulations of Plaque in the arteries have to do behavior, at first glance, nothing to do with our sleep. A recent study found a…
Eric Clapton health: ‘I’m going deaf’ Musician reveals his ongoing health problems
Eric Clapton, 75, revealed he was going deaf while speaking about ongoing health problems in 2018. In line with his documentary Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars, the star chose to open up about his health in an interview with BBC Radio 2. READ MORE Bradley Walsh health: The Chase…
No Celebration: göttingen, large families defend themselves against allegations and attack the city
After the Coronavirus outbreak in the lower Saxony town of Göttingen, in the meantime, 120 people are infected. This is the city of Göttingen said on Wednesday. Three of the patients would now be treated as an inpatient in hospitals. After the Corona onset in Göttingen in connection with several…
How to Talk to Your Kids About Injustice, Racism, and Protests
Experts say positive discussions about race and racism are important to have with children right now — especially in homes where this hasn’t been a topic of discussion before. It’s important to help children understand that there are people in this world who judge others unfairly based on their skin…