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Aug
13
2021
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By Troy Warren
Apple aims to push more patient data to doctors

Apple aims to push more patient data to doctors

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By Sarah Kwon, Kaiser Health News Troy Warren for CNT #Health CEO Tim Cook calls it the company’s greatest contribution to mankind Soon, Apple announced recently, it will enable doctors to monitor health data from their patients’ phones and watches between visits, part of the push into health care that Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, has declared will constitute the company’s greatest contribution to mankind. Since 2014, health systems around the country have partnered with Apple to tap into the mountains of data the company’s devices generate from patients. But most are still experimenting with these tools. While some doctors appreciate seeing…
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Aug
11
2021
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What you need to know before starting the keto diet

What you need to know before starting the keto diet

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By Mary Caldwell Troy Warren for CNT #Health If the idea of eating plenty of fats sounds like your kind of meal plan, the ketogenic diet — often shortened to keto — may be worth checking out. It’s a low-carb diet, so you’ll have to put down the potatoes and sugary foods, but it might help you lose weight. However, questions exist regarding its long-term effectiveness and safety. Here's what you need to know about the keto diet, from the basics to its pros and cons: The basics of the keto diet Low-carb diets have been popular for a while, and…
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Aug
10
2021
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What you need to know about intermittent fasting

What you need to know about intermittent fasting

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By Mary Caldwell Troy Warren for CNT #Health Most people have had the idea of three square meals a day — plus snacks — drilled into them from a young age. But proponents of the intermittent fasting diet believe periods of fasting or near-fasting can help you lose weight and improve your health. Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in following the intermittent fasting diet. Basics of intermittent fasting There are a few variations of the intermittent fasting diet, but one of the most popular is called the 5:2 diet. It calls for consuming very few calories on…
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Aug
09
2021
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7 myths that might keep you from finding happiness

7 myths that might keep you from finding happiness

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By Barton Goldsmith, Tribune News Service Troy Warren for CNT #Health These beliefs can prevent people from feeling good about themselves and enjoying life Many people hold false beliefs about happiness, and those beliefs can prevent them from feeling good about themselves and enjoying life. If you’re having trouble finding your happy place, read through these seven myths many believe and say to themselves that can keep them from it. 1. “There’s something wrong with me if I’m not happy all the time.” No, there is nothing wrong with you if you aren’t happy all the time. No one can be…
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Aug
07
2021
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Dancing may help postmenopausal women lose weight, improve self-esteem

Dancing may help postmenopausal women lose weight, improve self-esteem

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By Kiersten Willis, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT #health Postmenopausal women can experience many different symptoms. But a new study shows one way to combat them is dancing. Study results published in The North American Menopause Society journal Menopause show dancing may effectively decrease cholesterol and boost fitness and body composition while improving self-esteem. After menopause, women face a higher chance of gaining weight and becoming obese and have higher bad cholesterol levels. According to Cleveland Clinic, a lower estrogen level means “postmenopausal women are at increased risk for a number of health conditions, such as osteoporosis and heart disease.” Postmenopausal women…
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Aug
06
2021
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5 signs it’s time to address your mental health

5 signs it’s time to address your mental health

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By Nancy Clanton, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT #health Olympic gymnast Simone Biles has shone a spotlight on the importance of being mentally strong The coronavirus pandemic caused many to take a closer look at their mental health, but the Tokyo Olympics have shown a spotlight on the importance of taking mental health seriously. The world watched as U.S. gymnast Simone Biles struggled to compete, with people both supporting and condemning the athlete’s decision to drop out of some events. But even if you don’t have to perform on the world stage, you should pay attention to any warning…
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Aug
04
2021
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Diabetics in Black, brown communities face amputations at a higher rate than others

Diabetics in Black, brown communities face amputations at a higher rate than others

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By Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune Troy Warren for CNT ‘If you want to live, go get yourself checked out’ CHICAGO — Austin resident Betty Williams, 82, lost her big toe on her right foot to diabetes. Looking back, she said she didn’t notice any health concerns that would indicate she had it. Her daughter Yolanda Williams, however, noticed her mother couldn’t put her shoes on due to swelling. After closer inspection, she also found a sore on her foot. Yolanda rushed her mom to the hospital. “Do you know what the nurses said? They said her blood sugar level was over…
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Aug
02
2021
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Changes in RNA could protect against liver disease, study finds

Changes in RNA could protect against liver disease, study finds

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By Kiersten Willis, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT A new study shows how RNA modifications could offer protection against fatty liver disease. The research also offers a possible explanation for why females tend to have higher liver fat. UCLA researchers found these changes can occur as the RNA molecules carrying DNA’s genetic instructions to cells’ protein-making machinery undergo a chemical change. This change seems to affect how fat is stored in the liver. According to Healthline, a fatty liver can develop when the body produces too much fat or isn’t efficient enough in metabolizing fat. Liver cells store the excess…
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Aug
01
2021
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CDC: Deadly drug-resistant superbug jumping from person to person

CDC: Deadly drug-resistant superbug jumping from person to person

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By Nancy Clanton, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT Candida auris has been seen in Georgia, but this is the first time CDC reports person-to-person transmission Candida auris, which is deadly in 1 out of every 3 patients, is now jumping from person to person, according to a new report. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta reported in 2019 the deadly superbug fungus was spreading around the world and had been reported in 14 states, including Georgia. A new CDC report, issued last week, details outbreaks in hospitals and long-term care facilities in the District of Columbia and…
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Jul
31
2021
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Why you might have a shingles flare-up after your COVID vaccination

Why you might have a shingles flare-up after your COVID vaccination

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By Nancy Clanton, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT No evidence vaccine causes shingles, but experts say it might ‘reactivate’ the virus Some people have experienced a shingles outbreak days after getting the COVID-19 vaccination, but experts say the latter did not cause the former. Shingles, also called herpes zoster, is an infection caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, 1 in 3 people will have shingles at some point in their lives. Doctors in Israel recently reported that six women with autoimmune disorders developed the painful rash 3-14…
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