Elizabeth Pratt
Medical News Today
Australia
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The history of migraine treatments
Learn about the most significant breakthroughs in the history of migraine treatment and prevention. → Read More
How COVID-19 Face Masks Can Reduce Outdoor Allergy Symptoms
Experts say face masks can reduce outdoor allergies if worn properly and cleaned regularly. → Read More
The Long Road Back: Mobility, Lung Issues in People with Long-Haul COVID-19
Experts say long-haul COVID-19 symptoms can occur in people with mild and moderate cases. They say these long-term cases hurt worker productivity. → Read More
Who Can and Can’t Safely Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
Experts say the COVID-19 vaccine is safe for most people of all ages, including pregnant people and those who are breastfeeding. But they say people with severe allergies and autoimmune conditions should check with their doctor first. → Read More
High Blood Pressure at Any Age Can Increase Dementia Risk
Researchers say even a short stint of high blood pressure at a young age can affect cognitive decline at a later age. → Read More
No Exercise, No Takeout Food: What It Was Like to Live in Australia’s Most Locked Down Region
Residents in South Australia endured 3 days of COVID-19 restrictions that closed virtually all businesses and limited households to one excursion outdoors per day. → Read More
Are Older Adults Getting Too Many Cancer Screenings?
Experts say for many older adults, the side effects and risks associated with cancer screenings outweigh the benefits. → Read More
More Good News About Mediterranean, Plant-Based Diets and Your Gut Health
Researchers say plant-based diets such as the Mediterranean diet can increase gut bacteria that is beneficial to healthy aging and decrease gut bacteria that is harmful to heart health. → Read More
You’re More Likely to Get Sick in the Winter — But Not for the Reasons You Think
Experts say enclosed spaces and low humidity can make it easier for viruses to spread from one person to another. → Read More
These are the Symptoms of Heat Stroke You Should Never Ignore
Experts say excessive sweating and rapid breathing are two signs of heat-related illnesses. Here are some ways to avoid them. → Read More
What You Need to Know About Ocean Water Before Swimming in It
Research shows ocean water can change your skin microbiome, but experts say it's still safe for most people to dive in. → Read More
Supplements for Brain Health Are a Waste of Money, Experts Say
Experts say there's no firm evidence that supplements can improve memory or cognitive skills as people get older. → Read More
Want to Lower Your Risk for Heart Disease? Eat Breakfast Every Morning
Researchers say people who skip breakfast have a significantly higher risk for cardiovascular disease. → Read More
Researchers Testing Nasal Spray That May Shorten the Common Cold
Clinical trials are underway for the spray, which is designed to disrupt the cold virus' infection cycle. → Read More
New Birth Control Pills Offer More Protection Against Ovarian Cancer
Researchers say the longer women take the oral contraception, the lower their risk of ovarian cancer. → Read More
Why You Shouldn’t Buy Fluoride-Free Toothpaste
Natural “fluoride-free” products may not strengthen your teeth. → Read More
Migraine Treatment: New Drug May Prevent Them
People who have to deal with migraine attacks are welcoming the release of Aimovig, a drug approved earlier this month by FDA regulators. → Read More
Here Are 5 Ways to Avoid Norovirus on Your Summer Vacation
Some simple steps, including washing your hands, can reduce your risk of getting norovirus as well as reduce the severity of your symptoms if you do get it. → Read More
A Blood Test for Pain? Doctors Say They’re Closer to Finding Breakthrough
Researchers presented a test that detects "biomarkers" for pain. → Read More
Scientists Urged to Find Cure for Rare Virus That Can Cause Leukemia
The HTLV-1 virus is spreading in some remote parts of Australia. Doctors want researchers to start working on treatments for this potentially dangerous pathogen. → Read More