July 5, 2019 – The Health News Center

Day: July 5, 2019

Lockdown: Cape Town parents bad nightmare after arrest…

UncategorizedMay 5, 2020

A Cape Town mother is fearing deportation after being arrested with the father of her child – because they tended to their toddler who wandered on to Muizenberg beach "illegally" during the lockdown exercise window."It…

Your Wednesday weather: Another cool, pleasant day

UncategorizedMay 5, 2020

It will be another pleasant day across the country on Wednesday, the South African Weather Service says.The weather in your region: In Gauteng, it will be fine and cool but warm in the north.The expected UVB sunburn index…

Harvard Health Blog

When dieting doesn’t work May 25, 2020
Most diets can help you lose weight, but that weight is frequently regained within a few months — a fact supported by an analysis of more than 100 research trials on diets. But losing weight is easier, and more likely to be permanent, if you choose a diet with foods you actually like. The post […]
Robert H. Shmerling, MD
Reducing your risk of changes in thinking following surgery May 22, 2020
As more older people undergo surgeries, the risk of complications increases, including for cognitive decline following their procedures, particularly after cardiac surgery. But awareness and pre-planning with your care team can help you avoid such complications. The post Reducing your risk of changes in thinking following surgery appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.
Subramaniam Balachundhar, MD, MPH, FASA
Are there benefits of cardiac catheterization for stable coronary artery disease? May 21, 2020
In patients with acute coronary syndrome, studies have shown that cardiac catheterization can decrease heart attacks and improve survival. A recent study attempted to determine if the procedure would have comparable results in people with a more stable form of coronary artery disease. The post Are there benefits of cardiac catheterization for stable coronary artery […]
Darshan Doshi, MD, MS
Some healthcare can safely wait (and some can’t) May 20, 2020
Some routine or elective healthcare can safely wait a while, but putting off medical care for certain health conditions or potentially serious problems is risky. The post Some healthcare can safely wait (and some can’t) appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.
Robert H. Shmerling, MD
How to respond to tantrums May 19, 2020
Children's tantrums always seem to happen at the worst possible times. Take a breath and try this 3-point strategy for calming everyone down. The post How to respond to tantrums appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.
Jacqueline Sperling, PhD
I have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). What should I eat? May 18, 2020
For people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), knowing which foods to eat and which to avoid is important information. An international organization has developed guidelines for some kinds of food, with the aim of helping people with this condition reduce symptoms and inflammation. The post I have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). What should I eat? […]
John Garber, MD
And now for some good news on health May 15, 2020
Good news on health –– which seems hard to come by right now –– includes declines in the rates of six out of 10 major causes of death in the United States. The post And now for some good news on health appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.
Robert H. Shmerling, MD
New warning on coronavirus symptoms in children — what parents need to know May 14, 2020
A rare syndrome in some children that affects the heart and other organs may be a reaction to a current or past COVID-19 infection, but test results for the coronavirus are sometimes negative. The post New warning on coronavirus symptoms in children — what parents need to know appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.
Claire McCarthy, MD
SMall Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE): It’s what’s new in laser vision correction May 14, 2020
Different types of laser vision correction procedures have been available since the mid-1990s, but the newest development, small incision lenticule extraction, combines the advantages of the other variations while offering a comfortable procedure with a quick recovery. The post SMall Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE): It’s what’s new in laser vision correction appeared first on Harvard […]
Kathryn Hatch, MD
Why your sleep and wake cycles affect your mood May 13, 2020
The body's circadian rhythm controls our sleep-wake cycle, so an irregular rhythm can negatively affect sleep and proper functioning, which can lead to health problems including mood disorders. The tendency to rise early or stay up late is genetically determined, but you may be able to adjust your life to better match your circadian rhythm. […]
Lawrence Epstein, MD

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