Increases in major depressive disorder, anxiety reported due to COVID-19
Oct 12, 2021
An increase of 27.6% was seen in cases of major depressive disorder globally, and a 25.6% increase was reported in anxiety disorders.
Less salt, more whole grains: FDA updates food label definition of ‘healthy’
Sep 28, 2022
The agency says that the new definition is intended to both empower consumers to eat better and, potentially, foster a healthier food supply.
CDC Director Walensky announces sweeping review of agency
Apr 05, 2022
The revamp would focus on improving the nation’s public health workforce, data modernization, laboratory capacity and a rapid response to outbreaks.
Guideline addresses diagnosis, evaluation of chest pain in adults
Nov 02, 2021
Chest pain can extend beyond the chest; patients experiencing chest pain or equivalent should seek medical help immediately.
Weight loss in adulthood tied to reduced risk of colorectal adenoma
Feb 01, 2022
Weight loss from age 20 to age 55 to 74 years was linked to reduced risk, especially for those who were overweight or obese.
Good recovery at one year for most COVID-19 hospital survivors
Aug 30, 2021
Survivors had more problems with mobility, pain or discomfort, anxiety or depression at one year than controls, however.
Ten-year mortality, recurrence rates decreasing after acute MI
May 04, 2022
Mortality and recurrence risks were lower for patients hospitalized in 2007 to 2009 versus those hospitalized in 1995 to 1997.
Vitamin D supplementation linked to reduction in autoimmune disease
Jan 27, 2022
“Autoimmune diseases are common in older adults and negatively affect health and life expectancy,” the lead author said in a statement. “Until now, we have had no proven way of preventing...
FDA reduces recommended salt levels in Americans’ food
Oct 13, 2021
The new, voluntary guideline aims to reduce average sodium intake from 3,400 to 3,000 mg per day in the next 2.5 years.
Two-thirds of older adults use integrative medicine strategies
Aug 05, 2022
Only 18% of older adults had talked to a healthcare provider about integrative medicine strategies.