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Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) is a major cause of illness and death among hospitalized patients. However, little is known about the effectiveness of potential prevention strategies. A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine investigated the clinical impact of daily tooth brushing on HAP incidence and outcomes. Study: Association between daily tooth brushing and hospital-acquired pneumonia. Image credit: TShaKopy / Shutterstock About one in a hundred hospital patients develop HAP. This not only endangers their health and that of others, but increases the chances of delayed recovery and the cost of treatment. The risk is increased among mechanically ventilated (MV) patients who…

Posted on: December 19, 2023 You may have heard talk of a teen mental health crisis in the US, and unfortunately it’s not just talk. The data and observations of Talkspace therapists show that many teenagers are not well. According to latest CDC data42% of high school students reported feeling very sad or hopeless, and in a survey of Talkspace providers who work with teens, 63% report that they believe the mental health of high school students has worsened in the past two years (and only 8% say that it has improved). Maryland is no exception—in fact an alarming 17%…

Taking prescription drugs may be more American than apple pie. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost half the people in the United States report taking at least one drug in the past 30 days. (Comparatively, almost 1 in 10 Americans say apple pie is their favorite pie.) Who decides which drugs are covered by your health insurance plan and at what price? You may think that your drug manufacturer, health insurance company, or employer sets the rules and prices for prescription drug coverage — and they all play a role. But the most important influencer…

Everything you need to know about Skin BarrierHuman skin, often underestimated in its importance, is actually the largest organ of the body, comprising approx a seventh or nearly 15% of one’s total body weight. It serves as a basic barrier that protects the delicate inner workings of the body from harsh external elements. The most critical component of the skin is arguably its natural moisture barrier, also known as the skin barrier. In this guide, you’ll learn all the information you need to understand how each layer works to maintain healthy skin.Why is the Skin Barrier so important?At the physical…

Home > So glad you asked blog post: Caring for your penis, prostate and testicles It was published April 12, 2023 with Sex Sense This week, we’re going to take a slightly different approach and write about an important topic that we DON’T get many calls and emails about at Sex Sense, but we wish we did! You have penis, prostate and testicles or testicles? Do you know someone who does? Ever wondered what you/they should check and when? If you answered “Yes”, then read on! The penis Let’s start with the penile part of the penis, the prostate and…

A person’s weight set point range varies from person to person, with some people having a weight set point range that may be within the “overweight” or “ob*se” categories (as defined by BMI, which btw it’s BS) and others having a set point range that aligns with what the BMI scale says their weight should be. People with a higher set point weight range are not automatically unhealthy, nor are people with a lower set point weight range automatically healthier. Research shows that people with a BMI > 30 who follow healthy habits, such as eating enough fruits and vegetables…

Amid a backdrop of industry-wide headwinds such as inflation, talent shortages and tight regulatory landscapes, Nona Biosciences holds great promise as an emerging global leader in biotechnology. On November 28, the Cambridge, Massachusetts company celebrated “Nona Innovation Day,” marking an impressive first year of groundbreaking advances and growth. With the theme “Harnessing advanced technologies for therapeutic breakthroughs”, the event was attended by nearly one hundred guests from industry, well-known scientific research institutions and investment institutions. With guest panels and speakers from key partners, from Harvard Medical School to Verseau Therapeutics, on topics ranging from CAR-T treatment case studies to “Key…

The results of my transformation in 10 weeks are incredible. I went from feeling horrible to bursting with energy by flooding my body with whole plant foods. This transformation is about health and healing from terrible symptoms from the inside out. I have a rare, incurable and aggressive disease. These are the 10 week results I use whole food therapy here . Ask with any questions and how to do it get the kids free here. Be accountable to me, Click here. Bloated, exhausted and finished feeling incredible Before: Trina 10 weeks ago A cocktail of very harmful but necessary…

Have you heard of the trend that no one wants to follow? Right now, the US is reporting an alarming increase in the sexually transmitted disease syphilis, which alarmingly includes congenital syphilis (where the infection is passed to babies during pregnancy). As for the UK? Gonorrhea and syphilis are coming back stronger than low-rise jeans and tiny bags for TikTok girls. While STDs are an occasional occupational hazard for a sexually adventurous life, it’s important to be aware of the growing number of infections out there, the precautions you can take to take care of yourself and your partner(s) -…

There are few things in my life that have been as challenging (or frustrating) than marketing my yoga business. I don’t know about you, but I was formally trained in Journalism and Downward Facing Dog. Until recently I had very little training in marketing and/or running a business. It should come as no surprise, then, that I struggled for years. And I have made so many mistakes. But the biggest problem I had was not a lack of education, but a deep-seated fear of putting myself, my yogaout there. Marketing my yoga business seemed daunting, so I just quit. I…