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health1 day ago•4 min saved

U.S. preventive task force stalls, delaying cancer-screening guidance

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, which guides cancer screening and other preventive services insurers must cover, has not met since March 2025, with July and November meetings canceled by a government shutdown and several vacancies leaving the panel short-handed. Draft recommendations, including updates to cervical cancer screening and perinatal depression, remain pending as the group typically issues 20–25 guidance items annually but published only about five last year. Critics warn that political reshaping of federal advisory panels under Health Secretary RFK Jr. could further slow evidence-based recommendations.

via NBC News|

#federal-advisory-committees #health #health-policy

health4 days ago•6 min saved

Founding USPSTF Members Warn of Threat to Preventive-Services Panel

Veteran members of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force warn that HHS under Secretary RFK Jr. could undermine or dismantle the panel, potentially replacing its members, slashing its budget, or rewriting rules of evidence to revise or rescind recommendations, threatening coverage of A- and B-grade preventive services and eroding trust in evidence-based guidance; with several members' terms expired and four draft guidelines pending, the panel's future remains unclear.

via MedPage Today|

#evidence-based-medicine #health #health-policy

health28 days ago•9 min saved

Small Daily Habits to Break If You Want to Live Longer

Ten everyday habits can shorten lifespan, from skipping preventive care and neglecting social connections to clinging to outdated meds, inactivity, smoking, and poor sleep. Experts urge regular screenings, fostering positive relationships, reviewing medications, increasing physical activity, quitting smoking, following a Mediterranean-style diet, getting 7–9 hours of sleep, managing stress, and planning for future health and finances to improve longevity.

via HuffPost|

#aging #exercise #health

health2 months ago•13 min saved

56 Everyday Items More Dangerous Than You Think

Many everyday activities and habits, such as poor hand hygiene, not following medical advice, sedentary lifestyles, and neglecting symptoms, are more dangerous than people realize, emphasizing the importance of good health practices and awareness.

via Bored Panda|

#dangerous-habits #health #health-tips

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Understanding the Widespread Sore Throat: Causes and Remedies

A common virus called adenovirus is causing widespread severe sore throats and other symptoms this season, with no specific treatment available, emphasizing the importance of rest, hydration, and good hygiene, while noting that severe cases should seek medical advice especially for vulnerable groups.

via Philadelphia Magazine|

#adenovirus #health #preventive-care

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Medical Experts Reveal Essential Health Tips Often Overlooked

A group of medical professionals shared essential health tips, emphasizing the importance of fiber intake, advanced directives, regular screenings, handwashing, financial aid for medical bills, breathing exercises, avoiding smoking, regular exercise, magnesium supplementation, knowing your medical conditions, wound care, regular doctor visits, nutrition knowledge, avoiding unnecessary antibiotics, and advocating for healthcare reform.

via BuzzFeed|

#health #health-tips #medical-advice

health2 months ago•3 min saved

Experts Share Tips to Prevent Tendon Injuries

Experts emphasize the importance of prompt care and proper management to prevent long-term damage from tendon injuries, which often result from overuse and may initially be silent. Early treatment, appropriate exercise timing, and preventive measures like warming up and good posture are crucial, while ongoing research explores regenerative therapies and innovative treatments to improve healing outcomes.

via upi.com|

#health #overuse-injuries #preventive-care

health3 months ago•3 min saved

Lynch Syndrome Patient Faces Decision on Continuing Colonoscopies

A 79-year-old woman with Lynch syndrome is uncertain about continuing colonoscopies due to her age and cardiac risks. Dr. Roach explains that the decision to stop screening depends on individual health and risk factors, noting her lifetime colon cancer risk is about 20%, but her risk decreases with age. Both risks are low, so stopping is reasonable if she prefers, but continuing is also acceptable.

via The Detroit News|

#cardiac-risk #colon-cancer #colonoscopy

health3 months ago•6 min saved

Advancements and Key Factors in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Prevention

During Alzheimer's Awareness Month, Dr. Keith Darrow and Hearing and Brain Centers of America promote proactive brain health strategies, including free assessments and resources, emphasizing the link between untreated hearing loss and increased dementia risk, and encouraging early intervention to improve quality of life and reduce future dementia cases.

via KSL.com|

#alzheimers-awareness-month #brain-health #dementia-risk-reduction

health4 months ago•4 min saved

Study Reveals Reasons Behind Women's Longer Lifespan Than Men

Women tend to live longer than men due to genetic, behavioral, and biological factors. Men engage in riskier behaviors like smoking and neglect preventive health measures, which contribute to higher mortality rates. The study suggests that adopting some habits typical of women, such as regular doctor visits and healthier lifestyles, could help men narrow the longevity gap.

via NPR|

#health #longevity #men

health5 months ago•1 min saved

Most Heart Attacks and Strokes Can Be Prevented with Early Risk Detection

A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that over 99% of heart attacks and strokes are preceded by identifiable warning signs and risk factors, emphasizing the importance of early detection and lifestyle changes for prevention.

via Scripps News|

#health #heart-attacks #preventive-care

health-and-wellness5 months ago•9 min saved

Tips to Protect Your Knees for the Future

The article emphasizes the importance of knee health, especially as we age, and recommends simple, daily exercises like step-ups, squats, leg raises, calf raises, and sit-to-stand to strengthen the muscles supporting the knees, potentially delaying degeneration and reducing pain.

via BBC|

#aging #exercise #health-and-wellness

health5 months ago•8 min saved

Top Foods and Habits for Kidney Health and Damage Prevention

Eating a diet rich in antioxidants, low in sodium, phosphorus, and potassium, and including foods like blueberries, cauliflower, garlic, red bell peppers, olive oil, apples, grapes, salmon, and white rice can support kidney health and help prevent kidney disease. A balanced, kidney-friendly diet emphasizes whole, minimally processed foods and mindful protein intake to reduce organ strain and promote overall wellness.

via AOL.com|

#diet #health #kidney-health

health5 months ago•2 min saved

Common Ingredient Boosts Memory and Lowers Alzheimer’s Risk

A study suggests that increasing dietary fiber, especially inulin, may help restore gut-immune balance, support the gut-brain axis, and potentially reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease, though human trials are needed.

via Times of India|

#alzheimers #dietary-fiber #gut-health

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Skipping Dental Visits Increases Risk of Major Diseases

A study from Tufts University highlights that nearly one in three young adults in the US skipped dental visits in the past year, mainly due to cost, lack of insurance, and social factors, emphasizing the urgent need to integrate dental care into overall health systems and address disparities to improve long-term health outcomes.

via Tufts Now|

#access-to-healthcare #dental-care #health