CLEVELAND – It’s no secret that mentally tiring work can make us feel drained at the end of the day. But according to one recent study, taxing work can actually put women at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. “What they found, was in a group of more than 70,000 women, there was a … Read More
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How to Improve Brain Health Today
CLEVELAND – June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, one in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Marwan Sabbagh, M.D., director of Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, said there are lifestyle habits people can incorporate, today, to possibly reduce risk for cognitive decline, and … Read More
Study Looks at Kids and Summer Diet, Weight Gain
CLEVELAND – Despite the warmer weather and the freedom to play all day, research has shown that many children actually gain weight when they’re not in school. In fact, a recent study shows many kids struggle when it comes to eating a healthy diet during summer months. The study looked at 218 children over a six-year … Read More
Novel Device ‘Green Lights’ Grandfather’s Lung Transplant
(Images are for media use. Right-click to download) CLEVELAND – More than one thousand people are waiting for a lung transplant in the United States. Dan Lynch, 71 of Erie, Pennsylvania, was one of them. Four years after being diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis – a disease that scars the lungs, and robs people of their … Read More
Steer Clear of a Sore Back this Summer
CLEVELAND – With the official start of summer just around the corner, many of us are busy sprucing up our yards. But, hauling mulch and planting can take a toll on the back. Santhosh Thomas, D.O., MBA, of Cleveland Clinic said people can avoid letting their flower beds get the best of them by using … Read More
Why Children Tattle (And When it’s Okay)
CLEVELAND – Every parent or teacher has, at one time or another, heard the familiar cry of, “I’m telling!” But is tattling a normal part of childhood? Or is it a problem in the making? According to Kate Eshleman, PsyD, of Cleveland Clinic Children’s, for young children, tattling is an appropriate part of their development. … Read More
Ditch the Dreaded ‘Dad Bod’ (PKG)
CLEVELAND – Becoming a dad, especially for the first time, is a celebrated occasion. What’s not as celebrated is the ‘dad bod’ that can follow in the years to come. Cleveland Clinic’s Dan Allan, M.D., said weight gain, especially in the abdomen – is more than just a physique problem – it can lead to … Read More
C-section Delivery May Up Risks for Moms Over 35
CLEVELAND – Cesarean delivery – also known as a ‘C-section’ is associated with a higher risk of maternal death, according to one recent study. Jeffrey Chapa, M.D., a maternal-fetal medicine expert at Cleveland Clinic, did not take part in the study, but said the risks were varied for women based on their age. “They found that … Read More
Celebrate ‘National Doughnut Day’ with Minimal Diet Guilt
CLEVELAND – The first Friday in June is celebrated as ‘National Doughnut Day.’ While doughnuts are certainly not known for their ‘healthy’ qualities, according to Lindsay Malone, a registered dietician at Cleveland Clinic, it’s okay to indulge a little – but it’s smart to have a plan to keep the damage to a minimum. “Doughnuts, … Read More
Tick Avoidance for the Great Outdoors
CLEVELAND – If spending time outdoors, there’s a good chance someone will be exposed to ticks and the diseases they carry – like Lyme disease. In fact, reports from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and U.S. Health and Human Services show infected ticks are populating more areas across the country than ever … Read More