NHS screening error affects more than 5,000
More than 5,000 people who should have been offered cancer or other types of routine screening did not receive invitations because of an error dating as far back as 2008,…
Antidepressant withdrawal affects one in six people
11 minutes agoPhilippa Roxby,Health reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesOne out of every six people have symptoms when they stop taking antidepressants - fewer than previously thought, a review of previous studies…
Black Death 700 years ago affects your health now
Mutations that saved lives from the plague are causing auto-immune diseases today. Source link
How Your Income Affects Your Health
SOURCES:American Journal of Public Health: "Avertable Deaths Associated With Household Income in Virginia," "Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Hypertension Prevalence: Reconsidering the Role of Chronic Stress."American Journal of Public Medicine: "Neighborhood Environments."APM…
Study Shows Long COVID Affects Women More Than Men
April 25, 2022The effects of long COVID can last a long time, especially for women, a new study says.Only 25.5% of the study participants who’d been hospitalized with long COVID…
How Your Sleep Affects Your Heart
When you think about improving your heart health, food and exercise may come to mind. Sleep is just as crucial – even though many people treat it like a luxury,…
How Low Testosterone Affects Your ‘New Year, New Me’ Goals
Feb. 1, 2022 -- The stresses of everyday life can change how a man feels physically and mentally, affecting everything from his sleep to his mood.So, goals for a healthier…
Low-Level Exposure to Toxic Metals Affects Heart Health
Dec. 17, 2021 -- People exposed to even low levels of certain toxic metals may increase their risk of atherosclerosis, the plaque buildup in the arteries that can cause strokes…
How Breast Cancer Really Affects Your Sex Life: Your Questions Answered
Sexual side effects during or after breast cancer are common—and not so fun to deal with. And when you’re ready, it’s something you can tackle together with your partner.Here, sexual…
Postpartum Depression Affects Dads, Too
July 6, 2021 -- Postpartum depression isn’t just something new mothers can get. Turns out it can affect new fathers, too, according to a new study. Michael W., a 38-year-old…