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Key TakeawaysEvidence from over 100 studies shows that COVID-19 contagiousness in those with the virus peaks around symptom onset and rapidly declines within a week.Rapid antigen tests will likely only return a positive result during the period of infectiousness, meaning a negative result following recovery from symptoms may indicate you’reno longer contagious.Omicron has a shorter incubation period than other variants, between two to four days. Key Takeaways Evidence from over 100 studies shows that COVID-19 contagiousness in those with the virus peaks around symptom onset and rapidly declines within a week....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSleep Apnea and AnesthesiaConcernsAfter SurgeryRisk FactorsTalk to Your ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sleep Apnea and Anesthesia Concerns After Surgery Risk Factors Talk to Your Provider Frequently Asked Questions Sleep apneais a condition that causes people to stop breathing during sleep. The lapses in breathing can significantly lower sleep quality, decrease oxygen levels, and lead to serious health consequences....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsReview Warning SignsTalk With OthersTalk to Your Loved OneContact a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Review Warning Signs Talk With Others Talk to Your Loved One Contact a Healthcare Provider If you suspect your loved one may haveAlzheimer’s diseaseor another form of dementia, it can be hard to know what to do. It can be a touchy subject to raise, and you need to think carefully about what to say and when to say it....

Key Takeaways People born in or after 1965 might be experiencing accelerated aging in their cells. This trend could be contributing to the rise inearly-onset cancers among people younger than 55, according to new research presented at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting. “There are people that age more rapidly for a variety of different reasons, and their biological age tends to exceed their chronological age,” saidDouglas E....

Key TakeawaysA new study shows that insufficient sleep is linked to hypertension in women.Three months of consistent sleep issues is considered insomnia.Improving sleep habit may help ward off potential health issues like obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. Key Takeaways A new study shows that insufficient sleep is linked to hypertension in women.Three months of consistent sleep issues is considered insomnia.Improving sleep habit may help ward off potential health issues like obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease....

Key TakeawaysA recent study suggests that fish oil supplements may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation (AFib) and stroke for people without heart disease.However, fish oil supplements may still be beneficial for people with existing heart conditions.Experts say fatty fish is a better source of omega-3 fatty acids for heart health than supplements. Key Takeaways A recent study suggests that fish oil supplements may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation (AFib) and stroke for people without heart disease....

Key TakeawaysA new study suggests that high-dose influenza vaccines are better than standard-dose vaccines at preventing hospitalization and death in older adults who get the flu.Currently, the CDC recommends three different vaccines for American adults aged 65 and older.Experts recommend getting your annual flu vaccine before the end of October. Key Takeaways A new study suggests that high-dose influenza vaccines are better than standard-dose vaccines at preventing hospitalization and death in older adults who get the flu....

Key TakeawaysA new study finds a strong link between depression symptoms and decreased exercise in college students during the pandemic.Short-term exercise intervention didn’t reduce depression symptoms.Regular exercise is important for overall health, and experts recommend aiming for 150-300 minutes of physical exercise per week. Key Takeaways A new study finds a strong link between depression symptoms and decreased exercise in college students during the pandemic.Short-term exercise intervention didn’t reduce depression symptoms....

Key TakeawaysCOVID-19 has caused food aversions in some children.A new case report detailed two different situations where this happened.Experts say you shouldn’t automatically assume your child has COVID-19 if they develop a food aversion. Key Takeaways COVID-19 has caused food aversions in some children.A new case report detailed two different situations where this happened.Experts say you shouldn’t automatically assume your child has COVID-19 if they develop a food aversion. Diagnosing COVID-19 in younger children can be tricky, given that they’re not usually able to verbalize how they feel....

Key TakeawaysBoth genetic and lifestyle factors play a role when it comes to developing type 2 diabetes.New research suggests that people born into families with longevity are less likely to develop the disease than the general public.Spouses of people born into long-living families also have a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes, likely because of shared environmental and lifestyle factors. Key Takeaways Both genetic and lifestyle factors play a role when it comes to developing type 2 diabetes....

Key TakeawaysOlder adults who seek healthcare are at risk for overtreatment and having screenings that they don’t need.Many common medical tests are not recommended after a certain age or if you’re not having symptoms.Patients should ask their healthcare provider to explain why a test is recommended and speak up if they aren’t sure why it’s needed. Key Takeaways Older adults who seek healthcare are at risk for overtreatment and having screenings that they don’t need....

Key Takeaways One of the greatest unknowns about COVID-19 is how long natural immunity can last—and how susceptible people might be to reinfection. But researchers are working to clear up some of the mystery. New data show that, if you’re unvaccinated, protection against the virus after infection may not last very long. Yes, You Need Both the Flu and COVID-19 Shots What Is an Endemic Disease?Anendemic diseaseis a disease that is always present in a certain population or region....

Yourkidneysare two bean-shaped organs located below your rib cage. Their main function is to filter blood in order to rid the body of waste and extra fluid. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgA nephropathy) is a kidney problem that affects the glomeruli, which is an intricate network of blood vessels responsible for this blood-filtering function. Each of your kidneys contains about one million nephrons, and each nephron contains a glomerulus....