Bird Flu in Chilean Man Shows Virus Adapting to Human Spread
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Bird Flu in Chilean Man Shows Virus Adapting to Human Spread

By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, April 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Tests done on a Chilean man infected with bird flu showed signs that the virus has partially adapted to spread between mammals. However, the public health risk still remains low, U.S. health officials say.“Those genetic changes have been seen previously with past H5N1 infections, and… […]

False Promise of Vaginal Laser Therapy in Breast Cancer Patients
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False Promise of Vaginal Laser Therapy in Breast Cancer Patients

April 17, 2023 – Vaginal laser “rejuvenation” does not relieve certain symptoms of menopause or improve sexual function in breast cancer survivors, new research shows, but will it be enough to stop some health care providers from promoting the false promise of laser therapy and cashing in on it? Probably not, “because history tells us that facts… […]

Regular Sleep May Be Crucial for People Living With Schizophrenia
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Regular Sleep May Be Crucial for People Living With Schizophrenia

By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, April 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Consistently good sleep is important for everyone, but it is particularly important for patients with schizophrenia, a new study suggests.Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, along with collaborators in Italy, used wrist monitors to measure activity and rest in 250 people, including 150 patients with… […]

Accepting a Geographic Atrophy Diagnosis
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Accepting a Geographic Atrophy Diagnosis

You can still live a full life with geographic atrophy (GA).Even though your vision may be different, GA doesn’t lead to total blindness. You can use your remaining vision and make certain adjustments to stay active and independent. How You May Feel at FirstIf you’ve been diagnosed with GA, it’s normal to struggle with feelings of… […]

Managing Menstrual Migraine
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Managing Menstrual Migraine

If you think migraines timed to your menstrual cycle are just something you have to suffer through month after month, think again.“Menstrual migraine is a common phenomenon and there are very useful treatments to make this a more comfortable time,” says Huma U. Sheikh, MD, a headache specialist and CEO of New York Neurology Medicine.How… […]

Finding Support for Geographic Atrophy
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Finding Support for Geographic Atrophy

With the right social support around you, managing life with geographic atrophy (GA) may be easier.GA can affect many of your daily activities, such as cooking, driving, paying bills, using your computer, and working. You might not be able to do everything the same way you used to. “Social support is critical to adapting, both… […]