New mothers can expect sleep deprivation in the first few years of baby's life. But too little sleep can take a toll on the health of both mother and child. A new study looks at maternal and infant sleep patterns, identifying predictors and providing recommendations for instilling healthy habits.
The hugely popular weight loss agent semaglutide (Ozempic, Novo Nordisk) received a pair of drug safety–related labeling additions from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in late September.
Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that boosts the immune system and plays a vital role in human metabolism. Did you know that tasty mushrooms are one source of vitamin D and that you can naturally multiply their levels by exposing them to sunlight?
Omega-3-rich foods have long been considered the holy grail for treating heart ailments, Alzheimer's and dementia. A new study reveals they may also help in delaying age-related hearing loss.
In 2017, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced a dramatic reversal in its approach to peanut-allergy prevention, recommending parents expose their infants as young as four months old to peanuts in an effort to prevent peanut allergy. In the five years since, early introduction to peanuts has been gaining traction among U.S. parents and caregivers, but more work must be done to communicate the guidelines more broadly, especially to those with less access to health-related information, reports a new study.
Setting limits, asking for help, delegating, or even saying “no” are important assertiveness skills. Health care professionals should be proficient in assertiveness because of the potential impact on patient safety, patient experience, workforce health, and cost-effectiveness.
If you are among the millions of Americans suffering from joint pain and arthritis, there's good news about a favorite summer treat. According to research from Oregon Health & Science University, tart cherries help reduce the chronic inflammation that leads to pain.