PT May Lower Risk of Long-Term Opioid Use After Knee Replacement
A new study has found that physical therapy may lead to a reduced risk of long-term opioid use in patients who have undergone total knee replacement (TKR). “Greater number of PT intervention sessions and earlier initiation of outpatient PT care…
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Montana Tribes Want to Stop Jailing People for Suicide Attempts but Lack a Safer Alternative
POPLAR, Mont. — When Maria Vega was a senior in high school in 2015, she found the body of one of her closest friends, who had died by suicide. A few days later, devastated by the loss, Vega tried to…
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New monoclonal antibody shows promise for severe asthma
A new monoclonal antibody therapy shows promise in offering an alternative treatment for patients suffering from moderate-to-severe asthma. Research led by Michael E. Wechsler, MD, MMSc, director of the National Jewish Health Cohen Family Asthma Institute, found that itepekimab was…
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Ashley Graham Shows Off Her Baby Bump In Nude Bathroom Selfie
Ashley Graham posted a gorgeous, nude selfie showing off her baby bump — and we’re obsessed. On Friday, the supermodel posted the image to her Instagram Stories, showcasing her twin pregnancy for her 14.7 million followers. Graham and her husband…
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Dementia makes it hard to detect pain in new nursing home residents
An assessment tool can make it easier for healthcare professionals to identify pain in residents with dementia. The right treatment can improve residents’ quality of life. We know very little about the incidence of pain among the elderly in nursing…
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Text messages move the needle on COVID-19 vaccinations
Photo: AVIA Health As communities across the nation seek new ways to bring COVID-19 vaccination rates up to levels that can more effectively mitigate the spread of variants, they are looking for new and better ways to reach those who…
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Statins side effects: The sign on your mouth, eyes or genitals – contact your doctor
High cholesterol: Nutritionist reveals top prevention tips 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 our understanding. You…
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WHO Advises Additional COVID Shot for Immunocompromised People
GENEVA (Reuters) – The World Health Organization on Monday recommended that immunocompromised people be given an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine, due to their higher risk of breakthrough infections after standard immunisation. The Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on immunisation…
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New treatment for HPV-associated oropharynx cancer leads to excellent disease control, less side effects
Mayo Clinic researchers have found that a new, shorter treatment for patients with HPV-associated oropharynx cancer leads to excellent disease control and fewer side effects, compared to standard treatment. The new treatment employs minimally invasive surgery and half the standard…
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Lung cancer: The four symptoms found on your fingernails potentially warning of your risk
Dr Chris discusses CT scans detecting lung cancer 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 our understanding….
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