_ Leukemia (blood and bone marrow)Medical Landmark: Gene Therapy for Childhood Leukemia May Soon Be Available in U.S. By Jane Farrell articleIn a medical breakthrough, the first gene therapy may soon be available in the U.S. A panel of the federal … Read More→
_ Digestive HealthScientists Identify Genetics of Life-Threatening Childhood Disease By Jane Farrell articleResearchers have discovered a genetic cause, as well as potential treatments, for a rare immune disorder called CHAPLE disease. Children … Read More→
_ StyleComplaints about Cosmetics Raise Serious Issues By Jane Farrell articleMany cosmetic products entice consumers with active ingredients that will plump, lengthen and boost. But they could cause serious injury … Read More→
_ At-Home Dementia Patients Can Face Risk in Using Antipsychotic Meds By Jane Farrell article“Off-label” use of antipsychotic medications to treat patients with dementia has been reduced dramatically in recent years due to education … Read More→
_ Healthy Diet & NutritionFood Safety and Your Party By Jane Farrell article“Hosting parties take a great deal of work and we often focus so much on preparing and serving food in … Read More→
_ TravelTips for a Fun and Safe Hike By Jane Farrell articleHiking is a great way to get exercise and explore natural surroundings. In honor of July, National Outdoor Month, the … Read More→
_ Get Rid of Clutter with Snapshots By Jane Farrell articleIf you want to declutter your home, help may be as simple as taking a snapshot. According to researchers, people … Read More→
_ Ear ProblemsThe Best Choice for Cochlear Implants? By Jane Farrell articleCochlear implants that have electrodes designed without wire perform better than those with wires for long-term hearing preservation, a Mount … Read More→
_ Healthy Diet & NutritionReal-Life Tips to Cut Your Salt Habit By Jane Farrell articleThe American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke, … Read More→
_ Living Like a Kindergartner By Jane Farrell blogI was doing some spring cleaning in my office when I noticed a small, worn book that carries a big […]
_ Heart HealthUpdate: Heart Disease and Women By Jane Farrell articleHere, an update from the American Heart Association (AHA), an update on the progress made against heart disease in women, … Read More→
_ Time Off By Jane Farrell blogThe airport was crowded with travelers the day I was returning from a family visit to New York. As I […]
_ Men's HealthProblems with A Commonly Prescribed Prostate Medication By Jane Farrell articleTreatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with the commonly prescribed Avodart (Dutsteride) may put men at an increased risk for … Read More→
_ Hepatitis CNew Hepatitis C Infections Have Tripled over The Past Five Years By Jane Farrell articleEditor’s Note: Hepatitis C is a potentially deadly viral infection, and the majority of deaths occur in people 55 and … Read More→
_ Swimming-Pool Safety Guide By Jane Farrell articleHere, from Life Saver Pool Fence Systems (www.poolfence.com ), is life-saving information on how to keep your pool safe for … Read More→
_ A New View of Diabetes Management By Jane Farrell articleHeart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide and exacerbated by type 2 diabetes, yet diabetes treatment regimens tend … Read More→
_ A New Era in Diabetes Treatment? By Jane Farrell articleA drug used to treat people with type 2 diabetes also significantly reduces the risk of both cardiovascular and kidney … Read More→
_ Lawn Mower Blues By Jane Farrell blogI never liked Joni Mitchell all that much, but I worship the title of her 1975 album: The Hissing of […]