Warren Donaldson didn’t want to admit something was wrong. The 64-year-old was experiencing shortness of breath, heart palpitations and brief dizzy spells. At first, he dismissed them. By January 2024, it had become difficult for him to go to the gym. In June, they had become so severe that he …
Read More »Foods that trigger acid reflux, how to prevent it and when to consult a doctor
An estimated 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux that goes beyond occasional heartburn. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, can be more common among older people, those who are obese, and pregnant women, according to the American College of Gastroenterology. When should symptoms raise concern? CBS …
Read More »Pain clinics made millions from “unnecessary” injections into “human pin cushions”
McMinnville, Tennessee — Each month, Michelle Shaw went to a pain clinic to get the shots that made her back feel worse — so she could get the pills that made her back feel better. Shaw, 56, who has been dependent on opioid painkillers since she injured her back in a …
Read More »Are you really getting a moderate or intense workout? Here’s how to tell.
Looking to amp up your exercise as part of your New Year’s resolutions? Determining the intensity of your workouts is a good way to make sure you’re getting the level of activity you’re aiming for. How can you calculate it? It’s all about hitting different heart rates, or the the …
Read More »Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech, a Florida device manufacturer that faces more than 2,000 state and federal lawsuits from patients who allege the company sold defective hip and knee implants, filed for bankruptcy protection Tuesday. The Gainesville-based company said in a statement it was restructuring and would be sold to an investor group of …
Read More »Your guide to preventative health screenings for each decade, from your 20s to your 60s
Making a plan for preventative care and screenings is a great way to put your health first. Whether it’s keeping up with recommended vaccines or scheduling screening tests to detect potential problems early, there are different guidelines to stay on top of at different ages throughout your life. “If everyone …
Read More »“Zoom fatigue” may affect the brain and heart, study finds. An expert explains how to prevent it.
Ever felt mentally or physically drained after a video conference call? You’re not alone. A recent study found a connection between video conferencing in educational settings and physical symptoms of exhaustion. Concern about the impact of so-called “Zoom fatigue” took hold as the use of video calls expanded during the COVID-19 …
Read More »Food recalls: How rocks, insects and other foreign objects end up in our products
Rocks in Trader Joe’s cookies. Insects in its broccoli-cheese soup. Pieces of plastic in Banquet frozen chicken strips. In recent weeks, U.S. consumers have seen high-profile food recalls for an unappetizing reason: They’re contaminated with foreign objects that have no place on a dinner plate. And while no one wants …
Read More »What is cryotherapy? The trendy recovery tool used by athletes and Hailey Bieber, explained by experts.
Hailey Bieber is sharing a cool part of her wellness journey: ice baths. Earlier this month the model and media personality, 26, took to TikTok to share a video of herself “cold plunging.” “Back with another cold plunge series,” she captioned the clip. “Cold plunging has helped me a lot …
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