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10May
2023

Anaphylactic Shock: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Anaphylactic Shock: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & TreatmentsWEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- If you or someone you know experiences allergies, you’ve probably heard of the life-threatening reaction called anaphylactic shock.To help you better understand exactly what this condition is and how to manage it, experts offer a guide on what anaphylactic shock is, its symptoms, causes, risk factors and treatments.What is anaphylactic shock?Anaphylactic shock is a consequence of anaphylaxis, which is a severe immune reaction to something you’re allergic to, such as peanuts or bee stings. According to the Mayo Clinic, what sets anaphylaxis apart from other allergic reactions is that it involves several systems in your body.During anaphylactic shock, chemicals released during anaphylaxis cause your blood pressure to drop rapidly and your...

Overweight Boys May Be Grow Up to Be Less Fertile Men

10 May 2023
Overweight Boys May Be Grow Up to Be Less Fertile MenWEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Men who were overweight as boys may have infertility issues in adulthood, according to new research.Researchers studying the issue of male infertility, often a mystery, looked at health data from 268 young people between 2 and 18 years of age. They had been referred to the University of Catania in Sicily for weight control.“Although the prevalence of childhood obesity is increasing worldwide, the impact of obesity and associated metabolic disorders on testicular growth is not well known,” said study co-author Dr. Rossella Cannarella, a research fellow at the Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute in Cleveland.For the study, published May 10 in the European Journal of Endocrinology, the researchers collected data on testicular volume, body...

FDA Experts to Consider First Over-the-Counter Birth...

9 May 2023
FDA Experts to Consider First Over-the-Counter Birth Control PillTUESDAY, May 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- As a U.S. Food Drug Administration advisory panel prepares to weigh whether to recommend that a birth control pill be sold over the counter in this country, a coalition of advocates on Monday called attention to the safety and effectiveness of the medication.If approved, Opill, a daily progestin-only birth control pill, would become the first such drug sold over the counter in the United States. Opill was first approved by the FDA in 1973. During a media briefing on the coming decision, the Free the Pill coalition said it hopes this pill will be fully covered by insurance and available to people of all ages and backgrounds without a prescription.Meanwhile, the FDA's expert panel will hold a two-day meeting, starting on Tuesday, to decide whether...

Psychologists' Group Issues First Guidelines on Teens'...

9 May 2023
Psychologists` Group Issues First Guidelines on Teens` Use of Social MediaTUESDAY, May 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- It’s easy for kids to get drawn into Instagram, Snapchat or TikTok, and a leading U.S. psychologists' group warns they need some training in social media literacy beforehand. The American Psychological Association on Tuesday issued 10 science-based recommendations for teen and preteen social media use, the first time it has done so. The APA compares training in social media to getting a driver’s license. Teens can’t just hit the road without learning the rules.“There are some ways that social media can benefit and there are some ways that it might cause harm,” said Mitchell Prinstein, the APA’s chief science officer. The report authors wanted to make sure their approach was balanced, he said. There are certain psychological...

Should All U.S. Newborns Undergo Genomic Testing?

9 May 2023
Should All U.S. Newborns Undergo Genomic Testing?TUESDAY, May 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- While newborns are only screened for about 60 treatable conditions, there are hundreds of genetic disorders that have targeted treatments. Now, a national survey of experts in rare diseases found the vast majority support DNA sequencing in healthy newborns. Testing, surveillance and treatment options exist for over 600 genetic conditions. This includes a growing number of devastating childhood diseases that now have targeted treatments that sometimes offer permanent cures. “Early identification of infants who are at risk for genetic disorders can be lifesaving and screening has the potential to improve health care disparities for affected children,” said lead author Dr. Nina Gold, a medical geneticist at Massachusetts General Hospital for...
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