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Children's Brains on Alert: Screen Overload Threatens Young Minds
2+ hour ago (104+ words) Medindia " News " Health In Focus " Children's Brains on Alert: Screen Overload Threatens Young Minds A:Experts recommend less than one hour per day for young children and limiting recreational screen time to under two hours for older children. A:Yes. Studies link…...
Fatty Liver Disease Surge: India in Global Top 3
2+ hour ago (164+ words) Medindia " News " Health In Focus " Fatty Liver Disease Surge: India in Global Top 3 Did You Know?India is now among the global top three countries for the fastest rise in fatty liver disease, a condition that often shows no symptoms…...
How Blood Sugar Spikes Affect Your Memory
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (303+ words) High blood sugar levels after the meal contributes to 69% higher risk of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Controlling blood glucose after eating is key to brain health. A compelling link between high blood sugar levels and the risk of nervous disorders…...
Red Cross Declares Severe Shortage after Blood Supply Falls 35% in Past Month
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (54+ words) Despite efforts to rebuild the national blood supply in recent weeks, the inventory has continued to drop at an alarming rate of about 35% over the past month " forcing the American Red Cross to issue ... Red Cross Declares Severe Shortage after…...
FDA Warns After Chocolate Bars Pulled Over Salmonella Risk
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (312+ words) Several chocolate bars from a North Carolina-based chocolate maker have been pulled nationwide after possible Salmonella contamination, prompting FDA warnings to consumers. Chocolate Bars Pulled from Shelves Across the US The proactive recall affects bars sold across the country through…...
Hearing Aids Miss the Mark on Cognitive Scores
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (426+ words) Hearing aids don't boost cognitive test scores in moderate hearing loss, but regular use is linked to a lower risk of dementia over time. The findings suggest that while hearing aids play an important role in improving communication and quality…...
ADHD Coaches Step In Where Therapy Falls Short
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (541+ words) More people with ADHD are turning to ADHD coaches'often with ADHD themselves'who offer psychologist-like support but see their work as nonclinical. ADHD Coaches Offer Skills-Based Support Outside Clinical Care The study finds that ADHD coaches-many of whom have ADHD themselves-provide…...
Too Much Screen Time Comes at a Heavy Price
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (409+ words) Study finds gaming over 10 hours a week is linked to poorer diet, disrupted sleep, and higher body weight, while moderate gaming shows little impact. Study Links Extended Gaming to Diet, Sleep, and Weight Risks Published in the journal Nutrition, the…...
Major Trial Questions ADHD Neurostimulation Device
4+ day, 22+ hour ago (486+ words) A 150-child trial found an FDA-cleared ADHD stimulation device did not significantly reduce symptoms, raising concerns over earlier evidence. New Evidence Challenges FDA Clearance of TNS for ADHD The device uses a technique known as trigeminal nerve stimulation (TNS), which…...
Could Low Drink Prices Be Harming Public Health?
6+ day, 7+ hour ago (313+ words) Weak taxation is making sugary drinks and alcohol more affordable, increasing the risk of noncommunicable diseases and injury-related harm. Health experts say weak taxation policies have made these products increasingly affordable, even as countries struggle to manage the growing strain…...