(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Women may perceive men with wider faces as more dominant and more attractive for short-term relationships, according to a new study in Psychological Science, a journal of theAssociation for Psychological Science.
Month: February 2014
It’s Still Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Vaccine
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Meant to get vaccinated in the fall to ward off the flu, but somehow didn’t get around to it? Think it’s too late to get vaccinated now?
Fewer Than Half Of Women Attend Recommended Doctors Visits After Childbirth
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Medical associations widely recommend that women visit their obstetricians and primary care doctors shortly after giving birth, but slightly fewer than half make or keep those postpartum appointments, according to a study by Johns Hopkins researchers.
Violence Against Emergency Nurses
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 4, 2014 — A qualitative study on assaults on emergency nurses sponsored by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) found a need to change the culture of acceptance prevalent among hospital administrators and law enforcement, as well as a need to better train nurses on signs of potential trouble.
Pattern of Higher Blood Pressure in Early Adulthood Helps Predict Risk of Atherosclerosis in Middle-Age
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Chicago – In an analysis of blood pressure patterns over a 25-year span from young adulthood to middle age, individuals who exhibited elevated and increasing blood pressure levels throughout this time period had greater odds of having higher measures of coronary artery calcification (a measure of coronary artery atherosclerosis), according to a study in the February 5 issue of JAMA.
CVS Caremark Celebrates Go Red for Women – National Wear Red Day
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – WOONSOCKET, R.I., Feb. 4, 2014 — On Friday, February 7(th), CVS Caremark Corporation (NYSE: CVS) will participate in National Wear Red Day® by encouraging all colleagues, including those at all 7,600 CVS/pharmacy locations across the country, to wear red and join in the nationwide effort to create awareness of the battle against heart disease in women.
Early Facelift Surgery
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Prevention is the buzzword for the modern era. By taking action today, we avoid problems tomorrow. It’s a sensible approach among growing numbers of men and women who are having early facelift surgery or non-invasive procedures done to prevent future lines and wrinkles from developing as people age.
The Fat and Cholesterol Counter
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – For the first time ever, the Nutrition Experts have combined their comprehensive research on fat and cholesterol counts into one easy-to-use heart-healthy volume, THE FAT AND CHOLESTEROL COUNTER (Pocket Books; December 31, 2013; $7.99).
Bundling Up in Frigid Weather: A Challenge for Children with Sensory Issues
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Philadelphia, Pa. (Feb. 4, 2014) – Because children with sensory processing disorders often resist donning proper winter attire despite below freezing temperatures, occupational therapy professor Varleisha Gibbs, OTD, OTR/L, at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, compiled tips to help parents combat these obstacles and keep their children safe and warm in the frigid weather.
Tragic Death of Philip Seymour Hoffman Offers a Teachable Moment about Myths and Facts of Heroin Addiction
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – LOS ANGELES, Feb. 4, 2014 — It’s tempting to think of the premature death of Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman as extraordinary – the culmination of bad luck, a profession tolerant of excesses and the pressures of a world-famous actor.
The Importance of STD Testing
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – STDs affect people from all backgrounds equally. They are blind to the individual, their wealth, their background and their general health. These conditions can sneak under the radar, avoiding detection through a lack of obvious symptoms, and when left untreated they can lead to severe and lasting health complications
Who Needs a Sliding Genioplasty?
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – By now, you probably know that a Sliding Genioplasty is a surgical alternative to the chin implant. For patients who need a more tailored correction, or who do not want a foreign material presenting as their chin, the Sliding Genioplasty is a phenomenal choice. But who exactly is having the Sliding Genioplasty procedure performed?
Despite Burden, Sjögren’s Syndrome May Not Impede Function
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – BOSTON (February 4, 2014) -People living with Sjögren’s syndrome, an autoimmune disorder characterized by dry eyes and dry mouth, appear to function at a level comparable to their healthier peers, according to a cross-sectional study published online in advance of print in Clinical Rheumatology.
Celebrating Five Years – Achievements of the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (CHIPRA)
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Building off the strong base of coverage for children in Medicaid, the creation of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in 1997 made a significant investment toward advancing health coverage for children.
Love is in the Air For 50+ Singles: AARP Releases Profile Of The 50+ Dating Life: More Active & Social Than Ever
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – WASHINGTON, Feb. 4, 2014 — AARP is celebrating the 1-year anniversary of AARP Dating powered by HowAboutWe, a dating site designed to help people find love online by going on great dates, offline. On AARP Dating, 50+ singles finish the phrase, “how about we…” with the date they’d like to go on, connect and get together.
10 Sex Myths Debunked When Trying to Conceive
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – If you’re looking to conceive, you may have some questions about sex that you hadn’t thought of before. Over the years, countless old wives’ tales have been created around sex, conception, and pregnancy.
Mouse Study Shows Gene Therapy May Be Possible Cure for Hurler Syndrome
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – CINCINNATI, Feb. 4, 2014 — Researchers used blood platelets and bone marrow cells to deliver potentially curative gene therapy to mouse models of the human genetic disorder Hurler syndrome – an often fatal condition that causes organ damage and other medical complications.
Keeping the Spark in a Long-term Relationship -Tips To Couples
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Parsippany, NJ, February, 2014 – All marriages change over time as the excitement and romantic charge of early days mellow into a more companionable and intimate relationship and as the responsibilities and complexities of making a living and raising a family overtake the simplicity of dating.
Breast Procedures Explained
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – There are a number of procedures available to enhance and improve the breasts including the breast augmentation, breast lift, and breast reduction procedures. These procedures can add more volume to the chest, uplift the breasts, or reduce the size of the breasts.
Interested in a Science Career at FDA?
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – As a physician and a scientist, I value being part of a rich, vibrant scientific community. Since coming to FDA, I’ve been gratified to help lead and support a large group of talented, dedicated scientists who are passionate about what they do.