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Ambien, Lunesta, Other Sleep Aids Get New Warning
The FDA is also requiring the addition of a "contraindication" -- advice to not use these medicines for patients who have “complex sleep behaviors,” such as sleepwalking, sleep driving and other activities, after taking them.
Consumer Reports Names Top Sunscreens for 2019
The rankings include sections for best sprays, sticks and lip balms as well as those products considered safe for coral reefs.
Study: Most Kids Incorrectly Use Asthma Inhalers
Only 4% of children whose parents were confident in their use of an inhaler actually used the device properly.
Blood Test Might Diagnose Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
The test tracks changes in the electrical pattern of a person's cells, and it accurately flagged all CFS patients in a small group of 40 people, researchers report.
Newly Named LATE Dementia Mimics Alzheimer's
LATE causes memory loss and problems with thinking and reasoning, but on autopsy, doctors don’t find the Alzheimer’s-linked protein clumps known as plaques and tangles in the brain.
10 Questions for Josh Gad
Actor, producer, and writer Josh Gad shares his personal health philosophy, and he talks about fatherhood, his anxiety, and animating characters.
World First: Drone Delivers Kidney for Transplant
According to the surgeons and researchers, the flight shows how drones could improve access to organs for people on transplant waiting lists.
Trevor Noah Raises His Voice for Others
Comedian Trevor Noah speaks up about charity, his health, success, reverence for education, and the “beautiful dance” of luck and hard work.
Youth Suicide Rates Spike After '13 Reasons Why'
The Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” included a graphic depiction of a death by suicide, which can trigger suicidal behavior, the study author said.
Youth Suicide Rates Spike After '13 Reasons Why'
The Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” included a graphic depiction of a death by suicide, which can trigger suicidal behavior, the study author said.
As Sense of Smell Fades, Does Death Come Closer?
The loss of an ability to smell has been linked to your risk of brain disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and some dementias, but researchers suspected that sense of smell might be related to more health issues.
Anti-Vax Use of 'Brady Bunch' Show Angers Actors
In the 1969 episode, all six Brady children come down with the measles. They play games and fool around, and are thankful they don't have to take any medicine or get shots, NPR reported.
Director John Singleton Dies After Stroke
Acclaimed director John Singleton died from a stroke Monday, shortly after his family removed him from life support.
Does Diet Affect a Child's ADHD?
Diet has long been suspected to play a role in ADHD. People have tried avoiding certain nutrients or adding supplements to improve symptoms.
More Pregnant Women Vaping, Study Says
The research showed that the rate of e-cigarette use was higher for pregnant women (3.6%) than those who weren't pregnant (3.3%).
U.S. Measles Cases top 700, More Likely to Come
In 2018, 372 measles cases were reported to the CDC, and 120 in 2017. Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000.
Job Stress, Poor Sleep, Hypertension a Deadly Trio
“Unfortunately, poor sleep and job stress often go hand in hand, and when combined with hypertension, the effect is even more toxic," the lead researcher said.
More Women Snore Than Is Reported
The underreporting may contribute to the underdiagnosis in women of obstructive sleep apnea, which can lead to high blood pressure, stroke and other health issues.
2nd Kids Rocking Sleeper Brand Recalled in Deaths
The new recall involves 694,000 Kids II Rocking Sleepers, which the Consumer Product Safety Commission says have been linked to five infant deaths since the products began being sold in 2012.
Many Women With Heart Disease Don't Move Enough
The recommendation is at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity a week.