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Health Tip: Caring for Baby's Heat Rash
Posted 5:00 AM 5/23/2013 by Diana Kohnle
(HealthDay News) -- Baby's sensitive skin can break out in a heat rash when exposed to hot, humid weather, as the sweat gland openings become blocked.
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests how to soothe heat rash:
- Put baby in comfortable clothing that allows the skin to (More)
5/22/2013
Docs Use 3-D Printer to Create Lifesaving Airway Device for Infant
Posted 3:00 PM 5/22/2013 by By Barbara Bronson Gray
HealthDay Reporter
WEDNESDAY, May 22 (HealthDay News) -- The success of an imaginative and resourceful device used to save an infant born with a serious airway malformation sheds light on new technology created by the marriage of bioengineering and surgery.
A report in the May 23 New England Journal of (More)
COPD May Be Over-Diagnosed Among Uninsured
5/21/2013
COPD Patients May Do Fine With Shorter Course of Steroids
Posted 12:00 PM 5/21/2013 by By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
TUESDAY, May 21 (HealthDay News) -- Less is more when it comes to steroid therapy for patients having severe bouts of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to Swiss investigators.
Five days of glucocorticoid treatment with prednisone to treat COPD flare-ups was as good as (More)
Pain a Common Problem for People With COPD
Sleepless Nights May Hurt School Performance of Kids With Asthma
Long-Term Use of Antibiotic May Help Those With COPD
5/20/2013
Certain COPD Meds Might Raise Heart Risks, Study Says
Posted 2:00 PM 5/20/2013 by By Alan Mozes
HealthDay Reporter
MONDAY, May 20 (HealthDay News) -- Long-acting inhaled medications used by millions of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may raise the risk of cardiovascular complications among older patients, a new large Canadian study reveals.
The finding centers around patients (More)
Living Near Major Roadways in Pregnancy Tied to Respiratory Woes in Children
Noise, Dirty Air May Be Double Whammy for the Heart
Study: Older Whooping Cough Vaccine More Effective
5/19/2013
Managing Seasonal Allergies
Posted 7:00 AM 5/19/2013 by Mary Elizabeth Dallas
SUNDAY, May 19 (HealthDay News) -- Although spring arrived late this year in parts of the United States, the summer allergy season will still be strong, according to a sinus expert at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Dr. Richard Waguespack, clinical professor in the university's (More)
5/16/2013
Most Americans Say 'No' to Smoking in Their Homes, Cars
Posted 12:00 PM 5/16/2013 by Mary Elizabeth Dallas
THURSDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Drop by for a visit or share the drive -- but please, no smoking.
That's the message the vast majority of Americans send to the smokers within their social circle, a new study finds.
Four out of five adults now have smoke-free rules in their (More)
Eyelash Extension Adhesives May Cause Bad Reactions
H1N1 Flu Virus Detected in Seals Off California Coast
5/15/2013
Health Tip: Exercise With Allergies and Asthma
Posted 5:00 AM 5/15/2013 by Diana Kohnle
(HealthDay News) -- Exercise is a good idea for anyone, but it poses special challenges for people with allergies and asthma.
The American College of Sports Medicine offers these suggestions:
- Talk to an allergist before starting an exercise program.
- Take all (More)
5/14/2013
Materials in Some Household Products Tied to Lung Damage
Posted 12:00 PM 5/14/2013 by Robert Preidt
TUESDAY, May 14 (HealthDay News) -- Inhaling ultrafine particles from so-called "nanomaterials" -- which are used in a growing number of household and commercial products, including sunscreens, ink in copy machines and lightweight sporting equipment -- can cause lung inflammation and damage, a (More)
'Nonsmoking' Hotel Rooms May Not Fully Protect Guests
Living Near Heavy Traffic May Harm Kidney Function
5/8/2013
Reducing Respiratory Virus in Preemies Lessens Wheezing: Study
Posted 3:00 PM 5/8/2013 by By Serena Gordon
HealthDay Reporter
WEDNESDAY, May 8 (HealthDay News) -- Many pre-term babies suffer recurrent episodes of wheezing. Now, researchers say a common infection is a likely culprit and they may be able to prevent the breathing problems.
Wheezing episodes in late pre-term babies often are caused by infection with (More)
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