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Too Many Breast Cancer Survivors Miss Out on Genetic Screening
Many breast cancer patients aren’t getting genetic tests that could help them get the best treatment Only three out of four patients eligible for testing at diagnosis got it Just over half of eligible breast cancer survivors received gene testing during follow-up care FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Many breast cancer patients aren’t getting genetic counseling and testing that could help them get the most effective treatment, a new study finds.
Fat Cats Purrfect for Studying Obesity in Humans
Fat cats could provide new insight into the way gut bacteria affects health Diet-related changes in cats’ gut bacteria are similar to those seen in humans For example, cats on a strict diet had an increase in a fatty acid related to weight loss FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Pudgy with a purpose: Fat cats could help humans better understand the way gut bacteria influences conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes, a new study claims.
Current Gene Screens Miss Many at High Cancer Risk: Study
New research into the 'exomes' of over 44,000 people uncovered many with cancer-causing genes that were otherwise not detected The mutations were linked to heightened risks for colon, breast and ovarian cancers People from minority groups may be especially prone to missing out on quality genetic screening THURSDAY, July 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- As good as many genetic tests might be, a deeper look at the DNA of over 44,000 people identified many who carried genes that hike their risks for cancer, researchers said.
Ancient Viruses Might Be Spurring Modern-Day Cancers
Ancient viral DNA lodged in humans appears to be promoting cancer growth This viral DNA can activate genes that fuel cancer Silencing the viral DNA also silenced human genes known to promote cancer growth and development FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Cancer growth can be fueled by flecks of ancient viral DNA lodged into the genetics of modern humans, a new study says.
One Emotion Drives Teens to Scroll Through Instagram
Most teens are driven by boredom when scrolling through Instagram Boredom drives them to the site, and then keeps them scrolling in hopes of stimulation Eventually, boredom prompts them to log off FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Boredom is the key emotion behind most teens’ use of Instagram, a new study says.
Dental Veneers: Everything You Need to Know
FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Looking for a brand new smile? Many people with chipped, worn or indelibly stained teeth may ponder the possibility of veneers. They're wholly cosmetic, typically aren't covered by dental insurance and can cost thousands of dollars, so it's best to understand veneers well before you embark on getting them. Experts at the Cleveland Clinic define a veneer as a covering "over the front surfaces of your teeth." They're typically made of a tooth-colored composite material or porcelain, and they are meant to be permanent. Veneers are different than crowns, because a crown covers the whole of the tooth area. Part of a crown's purpose is to repair a damaged tooth, giving it strength and protection. Veneers are only cosmetic.
Biking to Work Could Cut Your Risk of Death in Half
Biking to work or school may lower your risk of death from any cause by almost 50%, a new study finds. Researchers looked at the health benefits of active commuting versus inactive commuting and found both biking and walking strongly benefit physical and mental well-being. The study included nearly 83,000 people in the UK, 16-74 years of age, who listed their mode of travel on a government census. The researchers compared their responses to hospital admissions and deaths for all causes, heart disease, cancer and traffic accidents, as well as prescriptions for mental health issues. After nearly two decades of monitoring, cycling was associated with a 47% lower risk of death, a 10% lower risk of any hospital admission and a 24% lower risk of hospital admission for heart disease.
Endometriosis Linked to Four-fold Higher Odds for Ovarian Cancer
THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Women who struggle with endometriosis may be vulnerable to another health danger: New research shows they are about four times more likely to develop ovarian cancer than women who don't have the painful condition. The odds are even worse for women with severe forms of endometriosis, as they are at least 9.7 times more likely to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the study published July 17 in the Journal of the American Medical Association found. Still, women with endometriosis shouldn't panic, because ovarian cancer is still quite rare, experts stressed. About...
Fall of Roe v. Wade Has Made Access to Ob/Gyns Tougher in Many States: Report
THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Ever since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June 2022, even more women have struggled to find reproductive care, a new report warns. Issued Thursday by the Commonwealth Fund, the report shows that women living in states long plagued by health disparities -- particularly in the Southeast -- have been harmed the most. And it isn't just about being able to afford care: women in these areas are less likely to be able to even find an ob/gyn in their area. Some of the statistics were particularly grim: In 2022, women living in more than one-third of U.S. counties had little or no access to maternity care. “Women’s health is in a very fragile place,” lead report author Sara Collins said during a Wednesday media briefing, NBC News reported. “Our health system is failing women of reproductive age, especially women of color and low-income women.”
Frequent House Moves Take Lifetime Toll on Kids' Mental Health
Kids subjected to frequent moves are more likely to develop depression as adults Moves increase depression risk 41% to 61% By comparison, living in a poor neighborhood increases depression risk by 10% THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Kids whose families frequently move have a significantly higher risk of depression later in life, a new study warns.
Altered Mealtimes Linked to Depression, Anxiety in Shift Workers
Delayed meals can increase risk of anxiety or depression Late breakfast and dinner were both tied to an increased risk of a mood disorder Eating within a daily 12-hour window reduced risk of depression and anxiety THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Folks need to have their meals at regular intervals or risk slipping into anxiety or depression, a new study of airline personnel has found.
Race, Insurance Stop Many Hispanics From Getting Post-Stroke Care
Hispanic people are less likely to get the care needed to recover from a stroke Hispanic folks are less likely to be sent to a rehab center or provided home health care support Hispanic people also struggle to get proper insurance coverage for stroke recovery THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Hispanic people -- particularly those without insurance -- are less likely to get the additional care needed to recover from a stroke, a new study finds.
Telemedicine May Help Folks Battling Opioid Addiction Stick With Treatment
Telemedicine seems a better means of seeking out and sticking with addiction treatment People referred to treatment through telemedicine were more likely to go to a first appointment than those referred through an ER They also were more likely to still be in treatment a month later THURSDAY, July 28, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Telemedicine could be a better way to get opioid addicts to seek out and stick with treatment, a new study suggests.
Retired Rugby Players Face Risks for Dementia, CTE
Much like football and other contact sports, rugby can lead to repeat head injuries with long-term effects on the brain A new study suggests that certain blood 'biomarkers' can pinpoint which rugby players are at highest risk The discoveries might lead to better prevention and treatment THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Alix Popham played in two rugby World Cups and won a Six Nations Grand Slam before retiring in 2011 as a professional in the rough-and-tumble game.
Science Reveals 'Magic Mushroom' Chemical's Mind-Altering Effects
Psilocybin works by scrambling a key brain network Brain scans show the drug disrupts the default mode network, a collection of regions that synchronize when the brain isn’t engaged in a specific task Most effects wear off with the drug, but small differences persist for weeks THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- “Magic” mushrooms achieve their psychedelic effects by temporarily scrambling a brain network involved in introspective thinking like daydreaming and remembering, a new study reports.
Is Your Child With Type 1 Diabetes Facing 'Diabetes Distress'?
Children with type 1 diabetes are more vulnerable to certain mental health problems They are more than twice as likely to develop a mood disorder They also are more than four times as likely to develop a behavior problem like eating or sleep disorders THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Children born with type 1 diabetes are much more likely to develop certain mental health issues than those without the condition, a new study warns.
MS Drug Kesimpta May Help Keep Symptoms at Bay
People with relapsing-remitting MS may benefit from a newer drug, Kesimpta, compared to an older med, Aubagio A clinical trial found higher rates of 'no disease activity' among folks taking the newer treatment The benefit seem to occur regardless of patient race/ethnicity THURSDAY, July 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A monoclonal antibody treatment called Kesimpta (ofatumumab) appears to improve on an older drug in pushing multiple sclerosis (MS) into remission, a new trial shows.
Irregular Sleep Could Raise Your Odds for Diabetes
New research suggests that folks who don't routinely get a healthy amount of sleep each night might face higher risks for type 2 diabetes The risk rose by about a third among "irregular" sleepers Focusing on sleep might help prevent diabetes WEDNESDAY, July 17, 2024 (HeathDay News) -- Sleeping long hours one night but only a few hours the next can be unhealthy, with a new study finding "irregular" sleep patterns could be a risk factor for type 2 diabetes.
Antibiotic Use in Childhood May Trigger Adult-Onset Asthma
Children exposed to antibiotics at a young age may face an increased risk of asthma later in life. But researchers say a simple treatment in the form of a dietary supplement could stop the disease from developing. The recurrent use of antibiotics has been shown to reduce gut bacteria that promote health. In a new study, the researchers found exposure to the drugs in early life depletes a type of bacteria that produces IPA… a molecule that’s crucial in lung cell development and protection against asthma. The researchers found young mice given antibiotics were more susceptible to house dust mites, which commonly trigger airway inflammation and asthma. But when their diet was supplemented with the IPA molecule, the mice were effectively cured of developing both conditions.
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