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Check your COVID test expiration to avoid false negatives, microbiologist says
Read full article: Check your COVID test expiration to avoid false negatives, microbiologist saysThe government is once again offering free at-home COVID tests. If you saved some from the last time they were issued, now would be a good time to double-check their expiration dates.
Mold poses health risks after Hurricane Helene damages towns with storm surge in Florida
Read full article: Mold poses health risks after Hurricane Helene damages towns with storm surge in FloridaNow that the storm has passed, cleaning up after Hurricane Helene can be a nightmare, leading to mold growth and adverse health effects.
Survey shows how age impacts men’s health concerns
Read full article: Survey shows how age impacts men’s health concernsA new Cleveland Clinic survey found that 95% of men in the United States say that living a healthy lifestyle is a top priority. However, those numbers change when it comes to taking action.
Do you set more than one alarm to wake yourself up? Expert explains why that’s not great for your sleep
Read full article: Do you set more than one alarm to wake yourself up? Expert explains why that’s not great for your sleepHow many alarms do you set to wake up in the morning? If the answer is more than one, that’s not ideal for your overall sleep quality.
Surgeon general issues advisory declaring parental stress as significant public health concern
Read full article: Surgeon general issues advisory declaring parental stress as significant public health concernThe U.S. surgeon general recently issued an advisory declaring “parental stress” as a major public health concern.
Making Ends Meet: How to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetablesAs prices stay high, the last thing we want to do is waste good money on fruits and veggies that will end up rotten before you can eat them.
Bug your dad about seeing a doctor this Father’s Day. It may save his life
Read full article: Bug your dad about seeing a doctor this Father’s Day. It may save his lifeFather’s Day is Sunday, making it the perfect time to check in with your dad about his health and encourage him to see the doctor if he hasn’t got in a while.
Weather and certain foods may be triggering your migraines. An unconventional treatment could help ease your pain
Read full article: Weather and certain foods may be triggering your migraines. An unconventional treatment could help ease your painThat pounding in your head may be more than just a bad headache. We look at the common migraine triggers you may not know about and an unconventional treatment that could ease your pain.
Nearly 95% of older adults have a chronic condition. Here’s some advice for healthy aging
Read full article: Nearly 95% of older adults have a chronic condition. Here’s some advice for healthy agingAccording to research, nearly 95% of older adults have a chronic condition like diabetes, arthritis and heart disease. So, what can be done to improve this troubling trend?
Teaching your child to ride a bike? It goes beyond balancing on 2 wheels
Read full article: Teaching your child to ride a bike? It goes beyond balancing on 2 wheelsIf your child is just getting started riding a bicycle, we found out from a pediatrician what we should teach them -- beyond balancing on two wheels
The health risks of press-on nails
Read full article: The health risks of press-on nailsor those of you who have tried press-on nails, you know they can be an easy, quick-fix when you want the look of a manicure without the cost or hassle of a trip to a salon. But you might not know that fake nails can be risky for your health.
Well-known drug could potentially help prevent Alzheimer’s, study finds
Read full article: Well-known drug could potentially help prevent Alzheimer’s, study findsFor the last three years, Cleveland Clinic researchers have been studying the possibility of repurposing a well-known drug called Sildenafil for Alzheimer’s disease.
Research shows possible risks of too much niacin in our diets
Read full article: Research shows possible risks of too much niacin in our dietsFor years, vitamin B3, better known as niacin, has been added to many of the foods we eat every day. But, new research from Cleveland Clinic shows getting too much can put you at risk for cardiovascular disease.
Researchers are working to create a universal flu vaccine
Read full article: Researchers are working to create a universal flu vaccineEvery year, a new flu shot is created based on different factors, like which types of the virus are expected to be the most common. But, that could change in the future.
Survey highlights men’s biggest health concerns
Read full article: Survey highlights men’s biggest health concernsCleveland Clinic’s annual MENtion It survey found most men in the United States believe they’re living a healthy lifestyle, even though almost half are not getting a yearly physical or taking care of their mental health.
See emotional moment after woman who received heart transplant meets donor’s father
Read full article: See emotional moment after woman who received heart transplant meets donor’s fatherOrgan donors are some of the most selfless people in the world, so it’s always emotional when someone who received an organ from a donor can meet their family.
Focus on fiber for a healthy breakfast
Read full article: Focus on fiber for a healthy breakfastWe’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and Beth Czerwony, RD, a registered dietician with Cleveland Clinic, couldn’t agree more. However, she warns that not all breakfast foods are created equal.
How to be sure you’re picking the right workout shoe -- because you might be doing it all wrong!
Read full article: How to be sure you’re picking the right workout shoe -- because you might be doing it all wrong!You might be picking your workout shoes all wrong! And yep, when you try those shoes on, you might be doing that wrong too!
Researchers identify underlying genetic similarities in children who had both COVID-19, MIS-C
Read full article: Researchers identify underlying genetic similarities in children who had both COVID-19, MIS-CAlthough still relatively rare, MIS-C after COVID-19 has become more common and more severe than previously thought. A new study is raising critical questions.
More than 80% of women don’t know they’re at greater risk for Alzheimer’s disease
Read full article: More than 80% of women don’t know they’re at greater risk for Alzheimer’s diseaseNearly two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s disease are women, but according to a new Women’s Alzheimer’s Movement at Cleveland Clinic survey, 82% of women aren’t even aware that they’re at greater risk for developing the disease.
Puzzle me this: Do word games help with brain health?
Read full article: Puzzle me this: Do word games help with brain health?It seems like word games have grown in popularity over the years. They’re a fun and easy way to stay entertained. But, did you know they can also help keep your brain healthy?
Study links sleep disorders with more severe outcomes from COVID-19
Read full article: Study links sleep disorders with more severe outcomes from COVID-19A recent Cleveland Clinic study found that people with certain sleep disorders, like sleep apnea, had more severe outcomes with COVID-19, including a 31% higher rate of hospitalization and mortality.
Study: Weight loss surgery decreases risk of progression of liver disease, heart complications
Read full article: Study: Weight loss surgery decreases risk of progression of liver disease, heart complicationsA new Cleveland Clinic study shows bariatric surgery can be an effective treatment for advanced fatty liver disease.
Deep brain stimulation shows promising results for stroke patients, study finds
Read full article: Deep brain stimulation shows promising results for stroke patients, study findsResults from a Cleveland Clinic study, which has been years in the making, show the benefits of deep brain stimulation for people who have had a stroke.
Those with asthma not at greater risk for COVID-19
Read full article: Those with asthma not at greater risk for COVID-19People with asthma may be wondering if they’re at higher risk for COVID-19, and it turns out they are not. However, they are more likely to be hospitalized if they contract the virus.
Survey reveals how the pandemic has impacted health of Americans
Read full article: Survey reveals how the pandemic has impacted health of AmericansAccording to a survey from Cleveland Clinic and Parade magazine, nearly half of Americans said they’ve experienced changes in physical and mental health during the pandemic.