Man dies from caffeine overdose after drinking equivalent of 200 cups of coffee
A man in the U.K. died from a caffeine overdose after drinking a mixture containing the caffeine equivalent of several hundred cups of coffee, according to news reports. The 29-year-old man, Tom Mansfield, was a personal trainer who had ordered…
Read MoreThe Fit List: Indulge with posh hair and skincare and delicious healthy snacks
Sometimes we all just need a little treat. Whether that’s a relaxing bath, a sweet snack or a spot of retail therapy, a bit of self-care is great for a mental and wellness boost. This week’s Fit List is filled…
Read MoreResearch highlights the impact of HIE-based event notifications on care coordination
Provider alerts triggered by health information exchange (HIE) data are becoming much more common, and soon the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid will require them. Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health Director of…
Read MoreTargeting the brain’s energy metabolism may hold the key for treating Parkinson’s disease
Nicotinamide riboside (NR) is a member of the vitamin B3 family, which can be found in foods like fruits, vegetables, meat, and milk. It is also used as a nutritional supplement to boost cellular levels of NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide)….
Read MoreHow Might Racial Bias Impact Your Practice?
Racial bias continues to be an issue in healthcare and may impact your patients in ways about which you are unaware. Source: Read Full Article
Read MoreWhat is a ‘brain pacemaker?’
More than 3 million adults in the U.S. are living with epilepsy. It’s a seizure disorder caused by abnormal brain activity. The seizures can lead to physical injury, emotional health issues or even death. Medications and surgery are two forms…
Read MoreShould you use antibiotic creams on your skin?
As winter winds leave your skin dry, cracked and prone to cuts and bleeding, a skin expert says you should resist the urge to use antibiotic creams or ointments. While it might seem sensible to use antibiotic topicals to combat…
Read MoreDigging deeper into cannabis use disorder
Earlier this month, Mississippi became the 37th state to legalize medical marijuana, while 27 states have already decriminalized cannabis use for personal consumption. As more states legalize cannabis use, research into its usage and effects has lagged behind, specifically among…
Read MoreDiabetes type 2: Three warning signs of ‘dangerous’ high blood sugar levels – ‘HHNS’
Type 2 diabetes can be a 'devastating diagnosis' says expert We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on…
Read MoreIs a Daily Hour of 'Me Time' Unreasonable for a SAHM? Reddit Weighs In — & Oh Boy
Is it selfish for a stay-at-home parent to expect their working partner to help with housecleaning and baby care during the week? One mom is asking for Reddit’s advice. The SAHM explained her quandary to Reddit’s Am I the A**hole…
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