Vaping Can Damage DNA, But Will It Cause Cancer?
MONDAY, Aug. 20, 2018 (HealthDay News) — E-cigarettes produce chemicals that can damage a person’s DNA, the first step on a path that might lead to cancer, a new study reports. TheRead More…
Most Parents Say Tsk, Tsk to Tattoos for Their Teens
MONDAY, Aug. 20, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Most American parents would forbid their teen from getting a tattoo due to concerns about possible infection and future job prospects, a nationwide survey finds.Read More…
Generic EpiPen Gains Doctors' Approval
FRIDAY, Aug. 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval Thursday of the first generic versions of the EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. has pleased medical experts, who hopeRead More…
AHA: Gout Could Increase Heart Disease Risk
FRIDAY, Aug. 17, 2018 (American Heart Association) — Having a type of inflammatory arthritis called gout may worsen heart-related outcomes for people being treated for coronary artery disease, according to new research.Read More…
Eating Before Early Workout Helps Burn Carbs
FRIDAY, Aug. 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) — If you exercise in the morning, it may be a good idea to eat breakfast first. A small British study finds that having breakfast beforeRead More…
The 'Right' Amount of Carbs May Help You Live Longer
FRIDAY, Aug. 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) — You’ve probably heard about the high-carb diet and the low-carb diet, but a new study suggests a moderate-carb diet could be the key to longevity.Read More…
AHA: Are Eggs Good for You or Not?
THURSDAY, Aug. 16, 2018 (American Heart Association) — The egg is standard breakfast fare, but many people may be wondering whether eggs are healthy. At just 78 calories each, eggs are anRead More…
Blood Test in Early Pregnancy May Predict Mom's Diabetes Risk
THURSDAY, Aug. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) — A blood test seems to detect signs of gestational diabetes as early as the 10th week of pregnancy, a new U.S. government study says. GestationalRead More…
Childhood Exposure to Smoke May Raise Risk of Death From COPD
THURSDAY, Aug. 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Adults with long-term exposure to secondhand smoke as children are at increased risk of early death from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), new research suggests.Read More…
Why You Should Watch Your Weight After You Stop Smoking
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 15, 2018 (HealthDay News) — There’s good news and bad news for smokers who worry about packing on extra pounds when they try to quit. In a new study, quittersRead More…
AHA: Wildfire Smoke Threatens Health of Those Near and Far
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 15, 2018 (American Heart Association) — More than 100 wildfires are blazing through parts of the western United States, including one in California that has grown to become the largestRead More…
Cosmetic Procedures Boost Well-Being, Poll Shows
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 15, 2018 (HealthDay News) — People who choose minimally invasive cosmetic procedures do so because they want to feel good, not just look good, a new survey finds. For theRead More…