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Stroke Signs and Symptoms
Important to know the warning signs and symptoms of a stroke, because quick diagnosis and treatment of a stroke may minimize the long-term effects and even prevent death.
Driving Behavior and Music
A new study from Brunel University London closely examined the interactive effects of mental workload and music tempo on mental processing, affect, cardiac response, and safety-relevant behavior durin
Radon Causes Lung Cancer
Radon is an odorless and invisible radioactive gas released from rocks, soil, and water. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer.
Prolonged Active COVID-19 Virus
One in ten people may still be infectious for COVID-19 past the 10-day quarantine period. New test gives a positive result only when the virus is active.
Cannabis Edibles and Children
Anyone who eats a marijuana edible, especially a child, can experience overdose effects. New Canadian study found nine times more emergency room visits per month for cannabis poisonings in children un
Teenage Physical Activity During COVID-19 Pandemic
New national study found that only 9% of teens met the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity per day during the pandemic, a decline from 16% pre-pandemic.
Holiday Heart Syndrome
The association between alcohol use and heart rhythm disturbances, particularly atrial fibrillation, in apparently healthy people is called Holiday Heart Syndrome.
Screen Use & Mental Health Symptoms in Children & Youth during COVID-19 Pandemic
Study confirms high levels of screen use among children and youth during COVID-19 pandemic. Found that this greater screen use was associated with higher levels of mental health symptoms in kids.
Holiday Heart Attacks
Heart attack deaths more likely during winter holiday season than any other time of year.
Drowsy Driving
Drowsy driving can lead to crashes and even death. Know three factors commonly associated with drowsy-driving crashes.