Ginger reduces pain, may boost memory

By Suzy Cohen
Posted on November 12, 2020

Ginger is something you’ve probably walked past a thousand times in the grocery store and may have passed up. It has some incredible medicinal benefits and offers people a natural approach to many ailments. Many women use ginger for morning sickness during pregnancy. Sometimes you see it crystallized with sugar to improve flavor. But today I’m talking about the fresh ginger root... READ MORE

Evaluate hoarseness if it doesn’t go away

By Diana Orbelo
Posted on November 11, 2020

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Understanding COVID’s divergent results

By Lauran Neergaard and Candice Choi
Posted on November 10, 2020

One of COVID-19’s scariest mysteries is why some people are mildly ill or have no symptoms, while others rapidly die — and scientists are starting to unravel why. An international team of researchers found that in some people with severe COVID-19, the body goes rogue and attacks one of its own key immune defenses instead of fighting the coronavirus. Most were men, helping to explain... READ MORE

Can ice cream be healthy — or healthier?

By Matthew Kadey
Posted on November 09, 2020

When it comes to frosty treats, ice cream reigns supreme. These days, you may have noticed that low-calorie options ranging in flavors from Birthday S’mores to Cookie Dough are one of the coolest food trends in the supermarket freezer aisle. Their growth owes largely to a desire for wellness, even in the dessert world. But isn’t healthy ice cream an oxymoron? Well, certain ice... READ MORE

Two area COVID studies offering plasma

By Margaret Foster
Posted on November 06, 2020

As the pandemic continues, scientists are working hard to find effective treatments to prevent COVID-19 or decrease the severity of symptoms — without hospitalization. One of those possible treatments is from blood; specifically, human coronavirus immune plasma. Patients receive a plasma transfusion from someone who has defeated and recovered from COVID-19, and antibodies in that... READ MORE

When anxiety disorders magnify COVID-19

By John Sharp, M.D.
Posted on November 05, 2020

These days, we all have to accept the anxiety inherent in living in the time of the coronavirus pandemic. If there was a way to dispel all anxious feelings, I’d tell you, but there isn’t. The one exception might be someone who could summon such a degree of denial that they carry on as if everything was normal. And that would be very unwise. Anxiety helps us prepare to respond to... READ MORE

Squash buyer’s guide

By Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough
Posted on November 03, 2020

All varieties of delicious winter squash are packed with the antioxidants alpha and beta carotene. Here you’ll find some tips on what varieties to look for and how to choose them. Shopping tips Choose squash that is very hard: press firmly all over to make sure the rind isn’t soft (a sign of immaturity or improper storage). Look for vivid colors — the skin color should not look... READ MORE

Get your flu shot now — it’s not too late

By Lauran Neergaard
Posted on November 02, 2020

A record number of flu vaccine doses are on the way — between 194 million and 198 million for the U.S. alone — seemingly plenty considering last year just under half of adults got vaccinated and there usually are leftovers. Still, there’s no way to know how many will seek shots this year and some people occasionally are finding drugstores or clinics temporarily out of stock. Be... READ MORE

Mobile app may help caregivers manage

By Margaret Foster
Posted on October 30, 2020

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or dementia, there’s a new mobile app in development that could help. Research has found that routine and structure help patients with dementia. One way to stay organized is through your smartphone. Once downloaded on an iPhone, the app, called Mantrah, can help manage your condition and improve quality of... READ MORE

Some tips to counteract the winter blues

By Abigale Matulewicz
Posted on October 28, 2020

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