GREENVILLE, S.C. — The mental health version of 911 is set to launch nationwide next month with hopes it will be a game changer for suicide prevention and other emergencies, but some mental health professionals worry they will not be ready to handle the anticipated flood of calls. “We have […]
Prevention
National strategy ‘crucial’ to food security and obesity prevention
News The rising cost of living is a key barrier to healthy eating and curbing higher obesity rates. Can GPs help? Latest CPI figures show the cost of vegetables has risen substantially compared to takeaway foods. It is estimated that only 5% of Australians eat the recommended daily intake of […]
Definition, Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention
Fungating breast cancer involves a skin wound — a fungating or ulcerating lesion. The wound usually occurs on the chest. Any type of breast cancer can become fungating breast cancer. While fungating breast cancer is relatively rare, knowing the symptoms is important so you can ask […]
A $1.57 million grant funds breakthrough breast cancer prevention and treatment research
Mason researcher Milton Brown is one of only a handful of physician scientists in the United States that holds a PhD in synthetic chemistry and a medical degree. Photo by Evan Cantwell/Creative Services A $1.57 million grant from the Department of Army, U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity, will help support […]
Extraordinary Leaders in Diabetes Research, Prevention, and Treatment to be Recognized at ADA’s 82nd Scientific Sessions
“These seven extraordinary individuals receiving the ADA’s National Scientific and Health Care Achievement Awards have made significant contributions to diabetes research, prevention, and treatment,” said Dr. Robert A. Gabbay, Chief Scientific and Medical Officer of the ADA. “While our awardees come from a variety of educational backgrounds and institutions, they […]
Signs, Tips, Prevention, and More I Psych Central
Having anxiety about traveling can make planning or taking a trip a stressful experience, but there are ways to overcome it. For some, the thought of planning or taking a trip brings feelings of excitement or exhilaration. Seeing new places, meeting new people, and having new experiences can be thrilling. […]
Diabetic Feet: Health Issues, Treatments, Prevention
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Diabetes is a condition in which the body is unable to break down glucose (sugar) effectively. When glucose accumulates in the blood for an extended amount of time, it can damage nerves and blood vessels. As a result, various body parts and organs are impacted. People with diabetes are at […]
Exercise-induced hypoglycemia: Signs and prevention
Exercise-induced hypoglycemia (EIH) is the medical term for low blood sugar during or after exercise. The condition can cause a range of symptoms, including weakness, shakiness, and intense fatigue. Glucose is the body’s primary source of energy. During exercise, the body needs more energy and therefore uses more glucose. It […]
Of medicine’s missed opportunities, diabetes prevention nears the top
Type 2 diabetes has reached epidemic status in the U.S., but you might not know it by how the medical profession has responded. A recent study shows that even though the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has issued straightforward recommendations to screen for prediabetes, fewer than two-thirds of patients […]
Experts Debate Aspirin for Primary Prevention in Type 2 Diabetes
“Aspirin should be reserved for secondary prevention in type 2 diabetes” was the title of a debate at the International Diabetes Federation’s 2021 virtual meeting. The use of daily low-dose aspirin for secondary cardiovascular prevention in people with type 2 diabetes who have had a previous myocardial infarction (MI) or […]