Health24.com | All that screen time won't hurt your kid's grades – maybe

Life in the 21st century is vastly different to what it was 50 years ago. Tasks we used to do unrelated to a screen now involve a screen.

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Health24.com | Giving your child a time-out won't cause long-term damage

Time-out is one of the only child discipline strategies recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Health24.com | How safe is vaginal delivery after a Caesarean birth?

Attempting vaginal delivery after having undergone a C-section is often associated with an added risk of uterine rupture, blood transfusion, body-wide infection and injury from surgery.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Pregnancy/News/how-safe-is-vaginal-delivery-after-a-caesarean-birth-20190930-2

Health24.com | Health officials have found the main driver of a spate of vaping-linked illnesses across the US - the culprit: THC

In America, the number of confirmed or suspected severe lung illnesses linked to vaping has now climbed to 805 cases across 46 states and the US Virgin Islands.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/health-officials-have-found-the-main-driver-of-a-spate-of-vaping-linked-illnesses-across-the-us-the-culprit-thc-20190930-2

Health24.com | How could gum disease raise your blood pressure?

Researchers have found that oral health is closely linked to general health, and looking after your teeth and gums should be as important as managing other general health risks.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/how-could-gum-disease-raise-your-blood-pressure-20190930-2

Health24.com | Should salt carry a health warning just like tobacco?

We are all familiar with the health warnings printed on cigarette boxes. But what if we told you that your salt shaker should also come with a health warning?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/should-salt-carry-a-health-warning-just-like-tobacco-20190930-2

Health24.com | How to spot a brain on the wane? Candy Crush could do the trick

A new study has revealed that smartphone games could provide a new tool to help doctors spot early signs of conditions like dementia.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/how-to-spot-a-brain-on-the-wane-candy-crush-could-do-the-trick-20190930

Health24.com | Tiring easily may warn of future heart trouble

Researchers found people with higher cardiovascular risk scores were more likely to report they tired faster. The association was stronger among people who were obese and had high blood pressure.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Stress-and-your-heart/tiring-easily-may-warn-of-future-heart-trouble-20190929-3

Health24.com | Are artificial sweeteners actually any healthier than sugar?

A dietician gives us the low-down.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/are-artificial-sweeteners-actually-any-healthier-than-sugar-20190927

Health24.com | Heart attack can be more lethal if symptoms are more gradual

According to a recent study, heart attacks with both gradual and abrupt symptoms are a medical emergency and require urgent help.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-attack/heart-attack-can-be-more-lethal-if-symptoms-are-more-gradual-20190913

Health24.com | Tiring easily may warn of future heart trouble

Researchers found people with higher cardiovascular risk scores were more likely to report they tired faster. The association was stronger among people who were obese and had high blood pressure.

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Health24.com | Know your heart: These simple tips can save your life

Today is World Heart Day, and here’s why it’s time we all paid attention to the heart disease epidemic.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/know-your-heart-these-simple-tips-can-save-your-life-20190929-2

Health24.com | Women in cardiac arrest less likely to receive help from bystanders - and more likely to die

Research has shown that men suffering cardiac arrest are more likely than women to receive resuscitation attempts by bystanders, even when they see the person collapse.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/women-in-cardiac-arrest-less-likely-to-receive-help-from-bystanders-and-more-likely-to-die-20190929-2

Health24.com | A dietitian gives her take on a sustainable diet

Sustainable eating is not simply a trendy health craze, but essential to help preserve our environment. A nutrition expert tells us more.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/a-dietitian-gives-her-take-on-a-sustainable-diet-20190619

Health24.com | Just one pill for all your heart health needs? It's on the way

The results of a recent study suggest that the 'polypill' is effective in preventing cardiovascular disease, indicating that it should be considered as part of a strategy to prevent cardiovascular disease.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Treatment-for-heart-disease/just-one-pill-for-all-your-heart-health-needs-its-on-the-way-20190823

Health24.com | Who's most likely to scam a senior? The answer may surprise you

One in 10 US seniors experience some type of abuse each year – with the problem often going unreported.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/whos-most-likely-to-scam-a-senior-the-answer-may-surprise-you-20190902

Health24.com | WATCH: The hidden perk that comes with being tall

New studies have revealed that there is a hidden perk to being tall.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/News/watch-the-hidden-perk-that-comes-with-being-tall-20190928-2

Health24.com | A good reason to stop squabbling at home

Arguments within a family, especially between kids and parents, are normal – which doesn't mean they shouldn't be resolved in an amicable way.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/a-good-reason-to-stop-squabbling-at-home-20190925

Health24.com | 5 mindful eating tips that will change your relationship with food

Because if a diet makes you miserable, it's not healthy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/5-mindful-eating-tips-that-will-change-your-relationship-with-food-20190928-2

Health24.com | Is it okay to smoke weed while breastfeeding?

More moms are lighting up, but safety is a big issue.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Pregnancy/News/is-it-okay-to-smoke-weed-while-breastfeeding-20190928-2

Health24.com | Meat alternatives have gone mainstream, but how can they fit into your diet?

People who are not eating any animal products – if they're not having any dairy, meat or eggs – might have a hard time getting enough grams of protein in what they're eating.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/meat-alternatives-have-gone-mainstream-but-how-can-they-fit-into-your-diet-20190928-3

Health24.com | 10 things you should never say to someone who suffers from insomnia

Health24 writer Marelize Wilke has been struggling to sleep since she can remember. Here are things people say that simply make it worse.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/Insomnia/10-things-you-should-never-say-to-someone-who-suffers-from-insomnia-20190925

Health24.com | How to keep your bones strong and prevent fractures

Bone mass starts to slowly decrease after age 40, and taking calcium and vitamin D supplements can help maintain your bones.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Osteoporosis/News/how-to-keep-your-bones-strong-and-prevent-fractures-20190913

Health24.com | In heat waves, fans may do more harm than good

Evidence shows that electric fans might make you feel cooler, but can actually increase your risk of becoming heat sick and even dying from a heat stroke.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Environmental-health/News/in-heat-waves-fans-may-do-more-harm-than-good-20190806

Health24.com | Frequent hot flashes could be a sign of something more than just an annoyance

In a study, women who had frequent hot flashes had twice the risk of heart trouble.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/frequent-hot-flashes-could-be-a-sign-of-something-more-than-just-an-annoyance-20190927-2

Health24.com | Cases of vaping-linked illness mounting across the US

Symptoms of lung injury from vaping include cough, shortness of breath and chest pains. Some patients have wound up on oxygen, and in extreme cases on a mechanical ventilator.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/cases-of-vaping-linked-illness-mounting-across-the-us-20190927

Health24.com | You probably didn't know about this type of migraine - and it strikes with more than just a headache

It's bad enough having an aching head, but this type lesser known type of migraine packs an additional punch.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Headache-and-migraine/News/you-probably-didnt-know-about-this-type-of-migraine-and-it-strikes-with-more-than-just-a-headache-20190927-2

Health24.com | Ebola survivors can pass on the virus: we're trying to understand what role sex plays

Trying to understanding the role sex plays in 'otherwise healthy survivors' has now been added to scientists, researchers and doctors load as they continue to battle the second largest Ebola disease outbreak in history.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/Ebola/ebola-survivors-can-pass-on-the-virus-were-trying-to-understand-what-role-sex-plays-20190927

Health24.com | What extreme exercise does to your brain

Despite the benefits of endurance sports, an excessive training load can have ill effects on your brain.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/what-extreme-exercise-does-to-your-brain-20190927-2

Health24.com | How to relieve dry, irritated eyes

Dry eye is when you aren't making enough tears to keep the front surface of the eye lubricated, or your tears don't have enough water in them.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Eye/News/how-to-relieve-dry-irritated-eyes-20190816

Health24.com | Tiny genetic tweak may stop Ebola virus in its tracks

A mutated form of the Ebola virus was safe for researchers to work with.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/Ebola/tiny-genetic-tweak-may-stop-ebola-virus-in-its-tracks-20190919

Health24.com | Video games that guarantee heart-stopping action might come dangerously close to fulfilling that promise in some players

Video games can produce the same sort of adrenaline rush that can cause athletes and people under extreme duress to die when their hearts stop.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/video-games-that-guarantee-heart-stopping-action-might-come-dangerously-close-to-fulfilling-that-promise-in-some-players-20190927-2

Health24.com | More millennials are ditching the pill and turning to a controversial ‘contraceptive’ of choice – but is it a good idea?

Research shows that younger women are slowly turning away from hormonal contraception and opting more and more for the ‘pull and pray’ method, for various reasons.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Contraception/News/more-millennials-are-ditching-the-pill-and-turning-to-a-controversial-contraceptive-of-choice-but-is-it-a-good-idea-20190926

Health24.com | Can the right smell help with a negative body image?

A new study has found that the scent of lemons can help you feel better about your body.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/Brain/can-the-right-smell-help-with-a-negative-body-image-20190926-2

Health24.com | WATCH: Scientists say it's never too late to start exercising

New research has found that you can start exercising at any age, even if you have never exercised before.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/News/watch-scientists-say-its-never-too-late-to-start-exercising-20190926-2

Health24.com | SA’s pollen count is rising, and people who don’t normally get hay fever may now be affected

With pollen counts on the rise, allergies are worsening every year. We chat to Professor Jonny Peter about what this means for our health.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Environmental-health/News/sas-pollen-count-is-rising-and-people-who-dont-normally-get-hay-fever-may-now-be-affected-20190926-2

Health24.com | Things you should know about contraception

Are you clued up on your sexual and reproductive health, along with contraception and which options are available to you?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Contraception/News/things-you-should-know-about-contraception-20190926-2

Health24.com | Is it safe to order your birth control online?

'Telecontraception' services allow women to get prescriptions for birth control pills (or contraceptive patches or rings) after completing an online questionnaire.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Contraception/News/is-it-safe-to-order-your-birth-control-online-20190926

Health24.com | Is revenge more important than gratitude to kids?

A Boston University study suggests that in children, retribution develops before gratitude.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/News/is-revenge-more-important-than-gratitude-to-kids-20190926-2

Health24.com | 'He may need a ventilator': One teen's fight against vaping-linked lung illness

Health officials are still piecing together exactly what happens in these cases of vaping-related lung injury, but experts say there's a pattern that's emerging.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/he-may-need-a-ventilator-one-teens-fight-against-vaping-linked-lung-illness-20190925

Health24.com | Sleep deprivation isn’t just bad for your brain – it also alters your fat metabolism

Lack of sleep has been known to lead to a number of chronic conditions, and a new study has found yet another reason to make good quality sleep a priority.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/sleep-deprivation-isnt-just-bad-for-your-brain-it-also-alters-your-fat-metabolism-20190925-2

Health24.com | If you don't date in your teens, you may be less depressed and have better social skills

A new study reveals that teenagers who are not in romantic relationships are less depressed than their peers and have stronger social skills.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Teen/News/if-you-dont-date-in-your-teens-you-may-be-less-depressed-and-have-better-social-skills-20190925-2

Health24.com | Your meatballs may taste good with tomato sauce, but this could have an unusual health downside

While it makes for a hearty meal, iron-rich foods with tomato sauce may deprive you of some critical health benefits, new research has found.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/your-meatballs-may-taste-good-with-tomato-sauce-but-this-could-have-an-unusual-health-downside-20190925-2

Health24.com | Your cat really does need you – don't be fooled by their acts of indifference

A new study indicates that when cats live in a state of dependency with a human, the majority of cats use humans as a source of comfort.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/Caring-for-your-cat/your-cat-really-does-need-you-dont-be-fooled-by-their-acts-of-indifference-20190925-2

Health24.com | How do high-fat diets increase your appetite?

A new study has revealed that high-fat diets can cause neurological changes in the brain and cause you to eat more.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/how-do-high-fat-diets-increase-your-appetite-20190925-2

Health24.com | Clues to why women have higher odds for Alzheimer's

Researchers have found that the structure of tau (Alzheimer's-related protein) networks is different in men and women.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Dementia/Alzheimers/clues-to-why-women-have-higher-odds-for-alzheimers-20190718

Health24.com | How to relieve dry, irritated eyes

Dry eye is when you aren't making enough tears to keep the front surface of the eye lubricated, or your tears don't have enough water in them.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Workflow/Feeds/how-to-relieve-dry-irritated-eyes-20190816

Health24.com | WATCH: Simple ways to lose weight and keep it off

Studies show that short binge periods on weekends and holidays can cancel out the progress of a strict diet.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/watch-simple-ways-to-lose-weight-and-keep-it-off-20190925

Health24.com | Chemicals from heat-not-burn tobacco devices not harmless, researchers warn

Researchers found that the emissions from a widely used heat-not-burn device 'do exist' and are not negligible.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/chemicals-from-heat-not-burn-tobacco-devices-not-harmless-researchers-warn-20190925

Health24.com | Maker halts distribution of generic Zantac due to possible carcinogen

The FDA has announced that a substance that could cause cancer had been found in some ranitidine heartburn and ulcer medicines, including the brand name drug Zantac.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heartburn/News/maker-halts-distribution-of-generic-zantac-due-to-possible-carcinogen-20190919

Health24.com | "I finally kicked the depressing yo-yo dieting cycle and lost 10 kilos"

Here's how she did it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/i-finally-kicked-the-depressing-yo-yo-dieting-cycle-and-lost-10-kilos-20190920

Health24.com | A mineral, a metal and a deadly pregnancy condition

Researchers have found that manganese and cadmium had significant associations with the condition preeclampsia.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/a-mineral-a-metal-and-a-deadly-pregnancy-condition-20190924-2

Health24.com | 15 minutes matters with strokes

Researchers found that the start of treatment tends to take longer for stroke patients who arrive at hospitals on weekends, holidays, and before 7am and after 6pm on weekdays.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stroke/News/15-minutes-matters-with-strokes-20190718

Health24.com | The return of a training classic for runners

A very simple re-set to improve running form was re-introduced a few years ago. Known as the 100-Up, it involves two stages.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/the-return-of-a-training-classic-for-runners-20190814

Health24.com | At-risk men may also benefit from regular mammograms

Mammography screening has helped detect breast cancer early in women, and now it has been shown it can do the same for 'high-risk' men.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Breast/News/at-risk-men-may-also-benefit-from-regular-mammograms-20190917

Health24.com | Can you still be healthy if you're overweight?

An analysis found that obese people were more likely than those of normal weight to develop health issues during the course of their lives.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/can-you-still-be-healthy-if-youre-overweight-20190919

Health24.com | "I was as wide as I was tall before I started my 25kg weight loss plan"

After 6 failed attempts, it was plan #7 that actually worked.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/i-was-as-wide-as-i-was-tall-before-i-started-my-25kg-weight-loss-plan-20190920

Health24.com | Are you just a worrywart or is it something more?

With an anxiety disorder, you could be anxious all the time and worry about everything, often for no good reason.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Anxiety-disorders/are-you-just-a-worrywart-or-is-it-something-more-20190917

Health24.com | Vitamin D is good for the bones, but what about the heart?

A key question is if we need more vitamin D than required for bone health in order to have optimal heart health.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Vitamins-minerals-and-supplements/vitamin-d-is-good-for-the-bones-but-what-about-the-heart-20190923-2

Health24.com | If a child's schoolwork slips, don't rule out hearing loss

There are children who have been diagnosed with a learning disability when really what they need is a hearing aid.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/ADHD/ADHD-and-school/if-a-childs-schoolwork-slips-dont-rule-out-hearing-loss-20190911

Health24.com | Will feeding your pets raw food make you sick?

Feeding pets raw food such as uncooked meat, internal organs, bones and cartilage might put people at risk.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/Pets-and-people/will-feeding-your-pets-raw-food-make-you-sick-20190918

Health24.com | "I lost 27 kilos and I did it all from the comfort of my own home"

Proof that you don't need to go to a gym!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/i-lost-27-kilos-and-i-did-it-all-from-the-comfort-of-my-own-home-20190920

Health24.com | Does a plant-based diet actually increase metabolism or not?

An expert weighs in.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/does-a-plant-based-diet-actually-increase-metabolism-or-not-20190920

Health24.com | Lose the winter weight with this 6-move total body workout

Best part? You can do it anywhere – no fancy equipment required.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/lose-the-winter-weight-with-this-6-move-total-body-workout-20190920

Health24.com | Dirty air is deadly, global study confirms

According to new research, the risk of dying from heart disease, stroke and lung disease rose with exposure to fine particle air pollution.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Workflow/Feeds/dirty-air-is-deadly-global-study-confirms-20190821

Health24.com | WATCH: Scientists reveal the key to longevity

According to a new study, the solution is simple and free.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/watch-scientists-reveal-the-key-to-longevity-20190922-2

Health24.com | Just 2 weeks on the couch starts to damage your body

A study has shown that only two weeks of reduced physical activity caused changes in health markers that are associated with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/just-2-weeks-on-the-couch-starts-to-damage-your-body-20190920

Health24.com | Fasted cardio is buzzy, but here's what a dietitian and a trainer say you should know

Starting with: What is it?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/fasted-cardio-is-buzzy-but-heres-what-a-dietitian-and-a-trainer-say-you-should-know-20190920

Health24.com | This is why cheese might be good for your blood vessels

Do you love cheese as a guilty snack? According to research, cheese may actually be great for your heart health.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/this-is-why-cheese-might-be-good-for-your-blood-vessels-20190919

Health24.com | Foods that will make you feel full faster

Receptors in the area of your brain that controls weight respond to the amino acids in high-protein foods and send out the message that your hunger has been satisfied.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/foods-that-will-make-you-feel-full-faster-20190919

Health24.com | Even age 80 is not too late to begin exercising

According to a new study, older men who had never followed an exercise regimen could build as much muscle mass as those of the same age who had worked out throughout their lives.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/even-age-80-is-not-too-late-to-begin-exercising-20190921-3

Health24.com | WATCH: Blood pressure in our 30s has lasting impacts

Urgent attention should be given to efforts to control blood pressure through clinical services and public health interventions, the study's researchers suggest.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/watch-blood-pressure-in-our-30s-has-lasting-impacts-20190921-2

Health24.com | WATCH: Is 5G slowly killing us?

Super fast 5G mobile internet has everyone talking, but is it necessarily a good thing?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Health-tech/News/watch-is-5g-slowly-killing-us-20190921-2

Health24.com | Scientists discover new way fat harms your arteries

Obesity promotes conditions that can lead to heart problems – such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnoea.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Obesity/scientists-discover-new-way-fat-harms-your-arteries-20190920

Health24.com | 9 common mistakes people make when it comes to weight loss, according to a celeb trainer

Where are you going wrong?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/9-common-mistakes-people-make-when-it-comes-to-weight-loss-according-to-a-celeb-trainer-20190920

Health24.com | Is a chlamydia vaccine on the horizon?

While an early trial gives reason to be hopeful that vaccination to prevent chlamydia will someday be possible, but how long until we reach that goal?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Safe-Sex/is-a-chlamydia-vaccine-on-the-horizon-20190813

Health24.com | Does having a hysterectomy put women at higher risk of developing depression and anxiety?

Before opting for a hysterectomy, women should be informed of several alternatives to managing benign gynaecological conditions, especially at a young age.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Vaginal-health/News/does-having-a-hysterectomy-put-women-at-higher-risk-of-developing-depression-and-anxiety-20190920

Health24.com | WATCH: Scientists develop vaccine to help stop cat allergies

If you love cats but your allergies are always a problem, scientists are here to help.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/watch-scientists-develop-vaccine-to-help-stop-cat-allergies-20190920-3

Health24.com | Vitamin E oil might be cause of vaping-linked lung injuries

Vitamin E oil can be dangerous when inhaled, leading to the cough, shortness of breath and chest pain people sickened after vaping have reported.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/vitamin-e-oil-might-be-cause-of-vaping-linked-lung-injuries-20190907

Health24.com | Could you be having a heart attack?

Because the signs and symptoms of a heart attack can vary so much from one person to another, it's important to know all of them.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/could-you-be-having-a-heart-attack-20190904

Health24.com | Why a drink a day might be good for diabetics' health

Chinese research has shown lower levels of insulin and improved insulin resistance in people who drank light to moderate amounts of alcohol.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/Living-with-diabetes/why-a-drink-a-day-might-be-good-for-diabetics-health-20190920-2

Health24.com | WATCH: This 'human cheese' is made from celebrity armpit bacteria

Imagine eating a cheese made with bacteria from the armpits, noses and bellybuttons of your favourite celebrity. Well, now it's a real thing.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-this-human-cheese-is-made-from-celebrity-armpit-bacteria-20190920-2

What is Methemoglobinemia? What to Know About the Rare Disorder That Turned One Woman’s Blood Blue

When a 25-year-old girl sought help at an emergency room for symptoms of fatigue, shortness of breath, generalized weakness, and skin discoloration, she received news that even the doctors themselves weren't expecting—her blood was actually turning blue.

The girl's strange case is featured in a report published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine. According to the report, the girl came to the ER appearing cyanotic (that's the clinical term for appearing to have a blue tint to the skin). She also presented with a high respiratory rate of 22 breaths per minute (the U.S. National Library of Medicine says that a typical breathing rate for adults at rest is eight to 16 breaths per minute), and an oxygen saturation of 88%, which essentially means she wasn't getting enough oxygen in her blood (the typical oxygen saturation rate is 95–100%).

Doctors eventually discovered that her blood was blue (see the images for proof) and finally diagnosed her with a condition called methemoglobinemia. We got the facts about this rare, but potentially-fatal, condition.

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Hold on, what is methemoglobinemia?

So, methemoglobinemia is a rare blood disorder that causes people to produce an abnormal amount of methemoglobin. Just FYI: Methemoglobin is a type of hemoglobin, or a protein found in red blood cells which is responsible for transporting oxygen via blood. With methemoglobinemia, the body's hemoglobin is able to carry oxygen, but cannot deliver it to the body's tissues, per the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM).

Methemoglobinemia can be inherited, or it can be caused by specific medicines, foods, or chemicals, the NLM reports. The patient featured in the new case report developed methemoglobinemia after using medication to treat a toothache. The topical medication she used contained benzocaine, a local anesthetic or numbing agent and active ingredient found in over-the-counter toothache and cold sore medicine.

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This isn’t the first time a product used to relief mouth pain has been linked to methemoglobinemia. Last year, a mom in Virginia reported that, after giving her 15-month-old Orajel Instant Relief for Teething Pain, the child became unresponsive and stopped breathing.

Shortly thereafter the FDA updated a statement on benzocaine, advising parents not to administer “over-the-counter oral drug products containing benzocaine” to children under two years old. “Benzocaine…can cause a condition in which the amount of oxygen carried through the blood is greatly reduced. This condition, called methemoglobinemia, can be life-threatening and result in death," the statement says.

Luckily, the patient in the new case report had doctors identify her methemoglobinemia in time and she was given a medication called methylene blue (which, fittingly, is a medication and a blue dye), used to help patients' blood better distribute oxygen. The patient made a complete recovery.

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Health24.com | WATCH: Sperm counts are falling, but there could be an answer to the 'semen crisis'

While it's not a full-blown crisis, the mysterious drop in sperm counts is being tackled by sperm-tech startups.

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Health24.com | As more research about vaping becomes available, another shocking new finding – it could harm young women’s fertility

A new study found that young women who vape may find it more difficult to conceive due to vaping affecting their eggs.

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Health24.com | WATCH: This is how casinos use smell to hack your brain

Casinos are designed to smell a certain way to convince to part with more of your hard-earned money.

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Health24.com | This common medication can cause behavioural problems in children if taken during pregnancy

A new study has linked paracetamol intake during pregnancy with potential behavioural and cognitive problems during childhood.

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Health24.com | Caring for children whose parents succumb to drugs and alcohol

'They can't read, they can't write, and actually they are in the wrong school,' says Angela Salter, founder of the Adonai Crisis Centre which looks after children whose parents abuse alcohol and drugs.

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Health24.com | Do you think your personality needs an overhaul?

You may think it's too late, that you're set in your ways, but research says otherwise – it is possible to change your personality, and change it for the better.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/do-you-think-your-personality-needs-an-overhaul-20190919-2

Health24.com | Scientists explore a surprising new source of omega-3s

Even though fish is a great source of omega-3s, it's costly and the shortage of fish – globally – is growing, but scientists are exploring another avenue for humans to get their 'brain food'.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/scientists-explore-a-surprising-new-source-of-omega-3s-20190919-2

Health24.com | WATCH: These foods can boost your immune system

When multivitamins simply aren't enough, here are the foods that can boost your immune system.

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Health24.com | How later bedtimes could mean wider waistlines for teen girls

Research reveals that teen girls, who want to be night owls, but need to be early birds, are at higher risk of gaining weight around their waist.

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Health24.com | Is your pelvic pain a sign of endometriosis?

While pelvic pain can be a sign of many conditions, endometriosis is among the most common.

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Health24.com | WATCH: Is it healthier to eat your veggies cooked or raw?

It's no secret that vegetables are good for you, but is it better to have them cooked or eat them raw?

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Health24.com | Your lifestyle may explain premature heart disease better than your genetics

A new study has shown that it is in fact your lifestyle and not necessarily your genetics that explains most premature heart disease.

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Health24.com | Village Clinic: The seven-year fight for a permanent clinic ends

The community protested, activists threatened legal action, and a settlement was reached. Seven years later, the newly built permanent Village Clinic was opened.

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Health24.com | Can sugar really weaken your immune system?

You know you need to reduce your sugar intake, but is it absolutely necessary to give up your favourite cold drink?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/The-immune-system/can-sugar-really-weaken-your-immune-system-20190918-2

Health24.com | PODCAST | Growing up in a time of HIV: 'The babies we saved decades ago are now contracting the virus in their teens'

As children, they escaped the virus through revolutions in medication. But today, they face an old foe again.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/HIV-AIDS/News/podcast-growing-up-in-a-time-of-hiv-the-babies-we-saved-decades-ago-are-now-contracting-the-virus-in-their-teens-20190918

Health24.com | Even dolphins are threatened by antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs'

According to a recent report, bottlenose dolphins in the English Channel harbour a number of toxic chemicals, including some that have been banned for decades.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Meds-and-you/Antibiotics/even-dolphins-are-threatened-by-antibiotic-resistant-superbugs-20190916

Health24.com | Exactly how can flu damage your heart?

There is a reason why you shouldn't exercise when you are suffering (and even recovering) from flu.

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Health24.com | 10 things to know about your vagina that'll change how sex feels

Mind. And body. Blown..

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Vaginal-health/News/10-things-to-know-about-your-vagina-thatll-change-how-sex-feels-20190913

Health24.com | How toes become fingers in the brains of 'foot painters'

New research found that people who use their feet and toes to paint have a separate area mapped out in the brain for each toe individually.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/Brain/News/how-toes-become-fingers-in-the-brains-of-foot-painters-20190917

Health24.com | Lots of time on social media linked to anxiety and depression in teens

A new study found that the more time teens spent on social media, the more likely they were to have issues like anxiety and depression on follow-up.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/lots-of-time-on-social-media-linked-to-anxiety-and-depression-in-teens-20190917-2

Health24.com | Why obese teen boys could be prone to heart attacks in middle age

If obesity in teen boys continue to escalate, they could find themselves suffering from heart attacks before they're old enough to take early retirement.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Children-and-heart-disease/why-obese-teen-boys-could-be-prone-to-heart-attacks-in-middle-age-20190917-2

Health24.com | WATCH: Science has discovered that cheese is as addictive as cocaine

Cheese is as addictive as cocaine? You've gouda brie kidding!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-science-has-discovered-that-cheese-is-as-addictive-as-cocaine-20190917-2

Health24.com | WATCH - Why loud chewing has kept this man from talking to is family for years

In the past, science has proven that certain sounds have a strong effect on the brain which may cause extreme irritation.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/News/watch-why-loud-chewing-has-kept-this-man-from-talking-to-is-family-for-years-20190917-2

Health24.com | Can rooibos tea really help you to lose weight?

Local scientists seem to think so.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/can-rooibos-tea-really-help-you-to-lose-weight-20190913

Health24.com | WATCH: How your period is making other people rich

While some women aren't clued up about their monthly cycles, there are people out there who know all there is to know, and as a result, they're earning a pretty penny.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Menstruation/watch-how-your-period-is-making-other-people-rich-20190916-2

Health24.com | Does a salt water gargle do anything for a sore throat or nah?

S.O.S.

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Health24.com | Smartphones may leak more radiation than expected

The investigation suggests that particular smartphone models may exceed radio frequency radiation safety limits.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Health-tech/smartphones-may-leak-more-radiation-than-expected-20190916

Health24.com | 6 foods that can cause inflammation

You've tried everything to get rid of your chronic sinus infection but nothing seems to work. Could the foods you're eating be causing your sinusitis?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sinusitis/about-sinusitis/6-foods-that-can-cause-inflammation-20190916-2

Health24.com | Fighting stunting and obesity with food

Non-profit organisation (NPO), Meals on Wheels Community Services South Africa is dedicated to providing wholesome dishes to impoverished people in Limpopo.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/fighting-stunting-and-obesity-with-food-20190916

Health24.com | Here's another warning on soft drinks - and it doesn't matter if they have sugar or not, according to a large study

A large European study found that higher soft drink intake was associated with a greater risk of death from any cause regardless of whether sugar-sweetened or artificially sweetened drinks were consumed.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Beverages/heres-another-warning-on-soft-drinks-and-it-doesnt-matter-if-they-have-sugar-or-not-according-to-a-large-study-20190916-2

Health24.com | Do you really need to give up carbs to lose weight?

Is bread really my enemy?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/do-you-really-need-to-give-up-carbs-to-lose-weight-20190913

Health24.com | WATCH: Researchers discover routine to overcome insomnia

Living a sleep-deprived life? Follow this routine and your sleepless nights might become a thing of the past.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/watch-researchers-discover-routine-to-overcome-insomnia-20190916-2

Health24.com | Picked from the earth, fresh on the plate

An initiative in the North West supplies farm fresh vegetables to the needy at an affordable price to keep hunger at bay.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/picked-from-the-earth-fresh-on-the-plate-20190916

Health24.com | Fitter bodies make for healthier brains

In a study, participants who moved faster and farther over the two-minute walking test performed better on thinking tests than their less-fit peers.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/fitter-bodies-make-for-healthier-brains-20190915-2

Health24.com | 5 reasons for vaginal dryness besides menopause

Vaginal dryness is more common than you think and can be caused by a number of factors besides ageing.

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Health24.com | What fuels your appetite for taking a gamble?

Inconsistent behaviour in humans is partly explained by what our brain is doing when we are doing nothing, according to a new study.

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Health24.com | Here's why your hay fever has been so damn out of control

If you've been feeling like your allergies are getting worse, you’re probably right.

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Health24.com | Sweet potatoes vs. potatoes: which are healthier? Nutritionists weigh in

Drumroll, please...

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Health24.com | WATCH: Doctors warn of childhood diets

[STRINGER video] Diet companies have become the new 'weight watchers', but experts are warning parents to keep their kids safe from diet culture.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-doctors-warn-of-childhood-diets-20190915-2

Health24.com | Shaving 'down there' won't raise STD risks

According to a study published in the journal PLOS One, there was no association between extreme grooming and the risk of chlamydia or gonorrhoea.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Safe-Sex/shaving-down-there-wont-raise-std-risks-20190914-2

Health24.com | What are electrolytes, and do I need to replenish them on the reg?

You don't need to chug sports drinks all the time.

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Health24.com | WATCH: Is it more important to run faster or longer?

If you're a long distance runner, you may want to change your approach to running.

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Health24.com | 'Let things unfold in their own time!' 7 parents share helpful tips on raising a child with ADHD

Health24 reached out to parents on the do’s and don’ts of parenting kids with ADHD. Here’s what they had to say.

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Health24.com | Anxious during pregnancy? Your child is more likely to show this symptom of ADHD

A large study has shed light on the link between anxiety during pregnancy and hyperactivity in a child’s adolescent years.

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Health24.com | Going vegetarian is good for your heart, but may be raising the risk of having a stroke

Recent evidence suggests that very low cholesterol levels might be linked to a higher risk of haemorrhagic stroke.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stroke/Diet-and-strokes/going-vegetarian-is-good-for-your-heart-but-may-be-raising-the-risk-of-having-a-stroke-20190914-2

Health24.com | Don't blame technology for young people's mood problems

Researchers have found that neither using more types of digital technology nor spending more time using it was associated with worse mental health in teenagers.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/dont-blame-technology-for-young-peoples-mood-problems-20190913-2

Health24.com | 14 questions you should definitely ask before dating someone with kids

Like, how involved is their ex?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Relationships/14-questions-you-should-definitely-ask-before-dating-someone-with-kids-20190913

Health24.com | Intermittent fasting pros and cons to consider *before* trying it out

You miiiiight have an uneasy tummy in the a.m.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/intermittent-fasting-pros-and-cons-to-consider-before-trying-it-out-20190913

Health24.com | Organic farmer encourages youth to get into food gardening

'The health of the land is linked to people's health and future.' This is the ethos of Khaya Mposula, an organic farmer in the Eastern Cape.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/organic-farmer-encourages-youth-to-get-into-food-gardening-20190913

Health24.com | What should you do if your child doesn’t respond to ADHD medication?

Treating ADHD with medication can be a trial-and-error business. But increasing the dose isn’t always the best idea, according to new research.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/ADHD/Managing-ADHD/what-should-you-do-if-your-child-doesnt-respond-to-adhd-medication-20190911

Health24.com | Tackling depression: ‘If people aren’t told to pray, they’re told they’re bewitched’

When Motheo Lengoasa was referred to a psychiatric hospital for depression, she refused to go, saying she was not crazy. But, she realises that was a misconception.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/tackling-depression-if-people-arent-told-to-pray-theyre-told-theyre-bewitched-20190913

Health24.com | Want your kids to eat more veggies? Offer them a variety

A study shows that offering children a variety of vegetables could help them form preferences and an increase acceptance of this food group.

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Health24.com | Poor circulation in legs? Statin meds can keep you living longer

A new report shows that the benefits of statins in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) can lead to a longer life.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cholesterol/News/poor-circulation-in-legs-statin-meds-can-keep-you-living-longer-20190904

Health24.com | North West ambulance shortage a matter of life and death

Unathi Seobi from Ikageng in Potchefstroom says she waited eight hours for an ambulance when her mother urgently needed medical attention.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/north-west-ambulance-shortage-a-matter-of-life-and-death-20190913

Health24.com | Do we really need 8 glasses of water a day?

Are you drinking enough water? How much water is enough for you? And how do you achieve your intake if you absolutely hate water? Our nutrition experts weigh in.

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Health24.com | What are the secrets to safely soothing a cranky baby?

Trying to soothe a cranky baby can be stressful, especially if you're a first-time parent.

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Health24.com | Suffering, alone, and in pain – this woman has been waiting to see a specialist about her cervical cancer since 2017

An elderly Free State woman has been waiting to see a specialist for two years since she's been diagnosed with cervical cancer.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cervical-cancer/News/suffering-alone-and-in-pain-this-woman-has-been-waiting-to-see-a-specialist-about-her-cervical-cancer-since-2017-20190912-2

Health24.com | A whopping R2.7m raised for heart operations at Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital

Jacaranda FM’s ‘Angel’ listeners and two South Africans who drove a VW Beetle through Africa to Europe, have made heart surgeries possible for 67 children.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/a-whopping-r27m-raised-for-heart-operations-at-nelson-mandela-childrens-hospital-20190912

Health24.com | As lung injury cases rise, CDC says, 'Don't vape'

Lung disease, potentially tied to vaping, has prompted the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to advise against the use of e-cigarettes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/as-lung-injury-cases-rise-cdc-says-dont-vape-20190902

Health24.com | Poor circulation in legs? Statin meds can keep you living longer

A new report shows that the benefits of statins in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) can lead to a longer life.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Workflow/Feeds/poor-circulation-in-legs-statin-meds-can-keep-you-living-longer-20190904

Health24.com | Those 'milk spots' on your skin aren't pimples – they're milia

Hint: It's different than your go-to pimple treatment plan.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Caring-for-your-skin/those-milk-spots-on-your-skin-arent-pimples-theyre-milia-20190912-2

Health24.com | WATCH: The many benefits of a low-carb diet

Low-carb living brings is with it many benefits and may be here to stay. Here's everything you need to know before going on a low-carb diet.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/watch-the-many-benefits-of-a-low-carb-diet-20190912

Health24.com | Why every sudden infant death deserves a closer look

A new report recommends that when a baby dies of unknown causes, a thorough investigation should ensue.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/News/why-every-sudden-infant-death-deserves-a-closer-look-20190911

Health24.com | 'Hot' yoga, hula dance your way to healthy blood pressure

According to two preliminary studies, in order to bring down blood pressure, people should find physical activities they enjoy and can sustain for the long haul.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/hot-yoga-hula-dance-your-way-to-healthy-blood-pressure-20190907

Health24.com | This retired teacher is digging into her own pocket to help her community eat better

As more and more people turn to community gardening, an elderly former teacher has already been doing it for the past eight years to encourage people to eat healthier food.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/this-retired-teacher-is-digging-into-her-own-pocket-to-help-her-community-eat-better-20190911

Health24.com | Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder: ‘Drinking helped me forget my painful life’

Speaking to Health-e News, women share their first-hand experience about having babies with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). We also hear from a nurse, a shebeen owner, and the department of health.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/News/foetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-drinking-helped-me-forget-my-painful-life-20190911

Health24.com | Drinking more than 6 cups of coffee a day could have an unexpected health benefit, according to a new study

A new study suggests downing six cups of coffee a day could have an unexpected health benefit - but not everybody's convinced.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Beverages/drinking-more-than-6-cups-of-coffee-a-day-could-have-an-unexpected-health-benefit-according-to-a-new-study-20190911-3

Health24.com | Here's a tip for living longer: Researchers reckon a nap once or twice a week could do the trick

A new study reports the occasional nap appears to cut in half people's risk of heart attack, strokes and heart disease, compared with folks who never nap - more frequent napping provided no benefit.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/heres-a-tip-for-living-longer-researchers-reckon-a-nap-once-or-twice-a-week-could-do-the-trick-20190911-2

Health24.com | Reach out – 5 tips on how to support someone who may be suicidal

Worldwide, one person commits suicide every forty seconds. Understanding why someone is suicidal is complex, but if you believe someone you know is at risk, you should speak up.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Suicide/reach-out-5-tips-on-how-to-support-someone-who-may-be-suicidal-20190910

Health24.com | The hot toddy is a popular cold remedy, but does it work?

Can this popular homemade mixture help remedy your nasty cold? We looked at the evidence out there.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Flu/Health-tips/the-hot-toddy-is-a-popular-cold-remedy-but-does-it-work-20190909

Health24.com | 21 amazing protein sources that aren't meat (and taste great)

Meat-free Mondays, here I come!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/21-amazing-protein-sources-that-arent-meat-and-taste-great-20190910-2

Health24.com | Every 40 seconds someone dies by suicide – which treatment options could work to prevent suicide?

There are various treatment options to possibly help with mental health, an expert highlights a few which could work best to reduce suicide risk.

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Health24.com | OPINION: Staying sane in a country that's gone crazy

Brand SA has, true to form, delivered a particularly challenging week to all of us who live here. So what now, asks Susan Erasmus.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Columnists/opinion-staying-sane-in-a-country-thats-gone-crazy-20190910

Health24.com | Camel milk is the new milk craze in South Africa – should you try it?

Do camel milk's nutritional benefits exceed that of cow’s milk and popular milk alternatives? We take a look.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Beverages/camel-milk-is-the-new-milk-craze-in-south-africa-should-you-try-it-20190820

Health24.com | Families of deceased firefighters still looking for closure

One year after the death of the three firefighters who died in a fire at the Bank of Lisbon building in Johannesburg, their families are still struggling to find closure.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/families-of-deceased-firefighters-still-looking-for-closure-20190910

Health24.com | Is drinking small amounts of of alcohol during pregnancy really safe?

It’s an inconvenient truth that South Africa has the highest rates of foetal alcohol syndrome in the world – and the condition continues to fly under the radar.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Pregnancy/is-drinking-small-amounts-of-of-alcohol-during-pregnancy-really-safe-20190910

Health24.com | 9 foods that can actually lower cholesterol naturally

Ask for tomato sauce with your pasta next time.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cholesterol/Cholesterol-and-your-diet/9-foods-that-can-actually-lower-cholesterol-naturally-20190910-2

Health24.com | Heart attack risk much higher for people who sleep too little – or too much

A new study has found that people from both sides of the spectrum – those who get too little or too much sleep – are more likely to suffer a heart attack.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/heart-attack-risk-much-higher-for-people-who-sleep-too-little-or-too-much-20190909-2

Health24.com | How taking too much vitamin D puts your health at risk

If you’ve been overdoing it with your vitamin D supplements, it might be too much of a good thing.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Vitamins-minerals-and-supplements/how-taking-too-much-vitamin-d-puts-your-health-at-risk-20190909-2

Health24.com | Left-handed? It’s definitely in your genes and changes the way your brain works

New research has confirmed that left-handedness is linked to certain genetic features.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/News/left-handed-its-definitely-in-your-genes-and-changes-the-way-your-brain-works-20190909-2

Health24.com | Wait, what – can drinking too much water be dangerous?

What is water intoxication and should you be worried?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Beverages/wait-what-can-drinking-too-much-water-be-dangerous-20190909-2

Health24.com | Women who suffer from this disorder fear public humiliation, but one SA doctor is determined to change that

Some women pay as much as R1 200 a month to manage the condition, but Dr Dakalo Arnold Muavha is committed to help put an end to women suffering in silence.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/women-who-suffer-from-this-disorder-fear-public-humiliation-but-one-sa-doctor-is-determined-to-change-that-20190909-2

Health24.com | Breakthrough research establishes definite link between depression and multiple diseases

New research has identified major depressive disorder as the cause of at least 20 diseases – which will lead to better ways to detect and manage disease in those with depression.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/breakthrough-research-establishes-definite-link-between-depression-and-multiple-diseases-20190909-2

Health24.com | Does taking zinc actually do anything to help kick a cold?

Read this before you go to the pharmacy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Flu/Health-tips/does-taking-zinc-actually-do-anything-to-help-kick-a-cold-20190909-2

Health24.com | The 12 best natural remedies for a cough, according to doctors

Relief is coming your way.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cough/News/the-12-best-natural-remedies-for-a-cough-according-to-doctors-20190908-2

Health24.com | Is it better to do cardio before or after weight training?

The answer depends on what you hope to get out of your workout.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/is-it-better-to-do-cardio-before-or-after-weight-training-20190907

Health24.com | 5 questions you should always ask about your blood test results

Hit on these points before you hang up that phone.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Your-Blood/5-questions-you-should-always-ask-about-your-blood-test-results-20190908-2

Health24.com | Ghee vs. butter: Which is healthier?

Whoa, they both have a lot of saturated fat...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/ghee-vs-butter-which-is-healthier-20190907

Health24.com | How bad is it to use expired protein powder?

Because who can actually use that whole tub before the date on the container?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Vitamins-minerals-and-supplements/how-bad-is-it-to-use-expired-protein-powder-20190907

Health24.com | What to eat before a morning workout, according to nutritionists

Choose wisely...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/what-to-eat-before-a-morning-workout-according-to-nutritionists-20190907

Health24.com | What is scissoring? All about the sex position that actually works for everyone

Did you know it's not just ONE position?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Great-sex/what-is-scissoring-all-about-the-sex-position-that-actually-works-for-everyone-20190907-2

Health24.com | 5 things you probably didn't know about your kidneys

Oh! So, that's what a kidney is for...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Kidney-and-bladder/About-Kidney-and-bladder/5-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-your-kidneys-20190907-2

Health24.com | I asked a trainer: If I don't sweat, was my workout hard enough?

Celeb personal trainer Gunnar Peterson weighs in.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/i-asked-a-trainer-if-i-dont-sweat-was-my-workout-hard-enough-20190907-2

Health24.com | What happens if you eat too much fibre? A doctor weighs in

The symptoms aren't pleasant

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/what-happens-if-you-eat-too-much-fibre-a-doctor-weighs-in-20190907-2

Health24.com | 40 symptoms in kids that you should never ignore

No, you're not being dramatic if you dial the doc for these reasons.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/News/40-symptoms-in-kids-that-you-should-never-ignore-20190907-2

Health24.com | Why a tight pelvic floor isn't the same as a strong one

Kegels can only get you so far.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Incontinence-in-women/why-a-tight-pelvic-floor-isnt-the-same-as-a-strong-one-20190907-2

Health24.com | How humans have been shaping the brains of their best friends for hundreds of years

Scientists say that breeding dogs to bring out specific traits has over time influenced their evolution in many ways.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/News/how-humans-have-been-shaping-the-brains-of-their-best-friends-for-hundreds-of-years-20190906-2

Health24.com | So you think you can survive a heart attack? Nigel Lythgoe tells his story

Even though he was a fit, competition dancer and choreographer, Nigel Lythgoe only realised that he needed to take care of his heart health after suffering a heart attack.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Life-after-heart-attack/so-you-think-you-can-survive-a-heart-attack-nigel-lythgoe-tells-his-story-20190906-2

Health24.com | Could a ‘snack tax’ work better than the tax on sugary drinks to curb obesity?

Sugary drinks may not be the biggest culprit in obesity – research suggests that a tax on sugary snacks may be even better.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/could-a-snack-tax-work-better-than-the-tax-on-sugary-drinks-to-curb-obesity-20190906-2

Health24.com | How could getting married possibly lower your odds of developing dementia?

A study discovered that married people are believed to have a decreased chance of developing dementia than those who are divorced or separated, widowed, or never married.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Dementia/News/how-could-getting-married-possibly-lower-your-odds-of-developing-dementia-20190906-2

Health24.com | WATCH: Are fish oil supplements a health hoax?

With fish oil supplements becoming more popular over time, researchers are beginning to wonder if it is really worth the hype.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/watch-are-fish-oil-supplements-a-health-hoax-20190906-2

Health24.com | Why do women get cholesterol-lowering statins less frequently than men?

Researchers found several reasons why women were considerably less likely than men to be treated with statins.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Women-and-heart-disease/why-do-women-get-cholesterol-lowering-statins-less-frequently-than-men-20190906-2

Health24.com | WATCH: What are the real benefits of drinking lemon water?

It has been said that lemon water is good for you, but what exactly makes lemon water so healthy?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/watch-what-are-the-real-benefits-of-drinking-lemon-water-20190906-2

Health24.com | WATCH: Are millennials killing these foods?

Millennials have been labelled as more 'health-conscious' than older generations, and are consequently shunning certain foods.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/watch-are-millennials-killing-these-foods-20190905-2

Health24.com | Why it’s important to know what’s in your food

Before you eat something, have you ever wondered what's in it – what's good and what's bad for your body?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/why-its-important-to-know-whats-in-your-food-20190905-2

Health24.com | When should you be concerned about your forgetfulness?

While forgetfulness could be attributed to a wide variety of factors, is it something you need to be concerned about?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Dementia/News/when-should-you-be-concerned-about-your-forgetfulness-20190905-3

Health24.com | WATCH: More doctors are operating on foetuses in-utero to prevent birth defects

With the aim of preventing birth defects, the number of surgical procedures done on foetuses while in-utero are increasing.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Pregnancy/News/watch-more-doctors-are-operating-on-foetuses-in-utero-to-prevent-birth-defects-20190905-2

Health24.com | How eating raw nuts could lower your risk of fatal heart attacks and strokes

Research has shown that eating nuts twice a week is associated with a 17% lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/how-eating-raw-nuts-could-lower-your-risk-of-fatal-heart-attacks-and-strokes-20190905-2

Health24.com | Coming soon: A dagga breathalyser?

Scientists are working hard to develop a breathalyser that can measure the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana to combat driving under the influence of the substance.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/Dagga/coming-soon-a-dagga-breathalyser-20190905-2

Health24.com | Can traditional healers fill South Africa’s mental healthcare gap?

Psychiatric treatment is unaffordable and inaccessible for most South Africans, leaving many patients with no choice but to turn to traditional healers. But is this alternative an effective solution?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/can-traditional-healers-fill-south-africas-mental-healthcare-gap-20190903

Health24.com | Coming soon: A dagga breathalyser?

Scientists are working hard to develop a breathalyser that can measure the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana to combat driving under the influence of the substance.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Workflow/Feeds/coming-soon-a-dagga-breathalyser-20190905-2

Health24.com | 5 ways to cut the fat from your diet

Home cooking lets you control fat content, but it doesn't have to be complicated.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/5-ways-to-cut-the-fat-from-your-diet-20190904

Health24.com | Cancer overtakes heart disease as #1 killer of middle-aged in wealthy nations

According to a recent journal news release, the world is undergoing a change, with cancer overtaking cardiovascular disease as the leading cause of death in high-income countries.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/cancer-overtakes-heart-disease-as-1-killer-of-middle-aged-in-wealthy-nations-20190904

Health24.com | How to avoid a secondary infection after having flu

You've had a bad bout of flu, but you’re on the mend. However, secondary infections such as pneumonia and other respiratory infections are linked to flu. Here’s how to avoid serious complications.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Flu/You-and-flu/how-to-avoid-a-secondary-infection-after-having-flu-20190904-2

Health24.com | NHI causes alarm among rural government employees - despite medical aid costs, workers want choice of 'quality' private healthcare

Members of the country’s biggest medical aid scheme – government employees – are concerned about the implementation of universal healthcare.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/nhi-causes-alarm-among-rural-government-employees-despite-medical-aid-costs-workers-want-choice-of-quality-private-healthcare-20190904-2

Health24.com | Teen who went blind after living off chips, white bread, processed meat: His weight was normal and masked rare eye condition

After years of eating only potato chips, French fries, cold cuts and white bread, a 17-year-old British boy went blind - but his height and weight stayed normal, masking the rare eye condition which is more common in food-starved developing nations.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/teen-who-went-blind-after-living-off-chips-white-bread-processed-meat-his-weight-was-normal-and-masked-rare-eye-condition-20190904

Health24.com | Speed up stroke recovery with exercise

A study found that stroke survivors who did two to three aerobics workouts a week for three months showed significant improvements.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Workflow/Feeds/speed-up-stroke-recovery-with-exercise-20190904

Health24.com | Could health warnings printed on individual cigarettes help people quit smoking?

New research shows that health warnings printed on individual cigarettes are much more effective at reducing smoking.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/could-health-warnings-printed-on-individual-cigarettes-help-people-quit-smoking-20190904

Health24.com | Teen goes blind after living off white bread, Pringles, sausage, fries and ham for a decade

There really is a reason your mom told you to eat your veggies!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/teen-goes-blind-after-living-off-white-bread-pringles-sausage-fries-and-ham-for-a-decade-20190903

Health24.com | Fast-food joints in the neighbourhood? Heart attack rates likely to go up

Do heart attack rates increase in areas where there are more fast-food joints?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/fast-food-joints-in-the-neighbourhood-heart-attack-rates-likely-to-go-up-20190903-2

Health24.com | WATCH: This is how avocados could help you lose weight

Known for their wide range of health benefits, avocados can assist with weight loss.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/watch-this-is-how-avocados-could-help-you-lose-weight-20190903-2

Health24.com | Investigations underway after expired medicine was found at a Clicks pharmacy

After customers complained that a particular pharmacy was selling expired medication, flu medication past its sell-by date was found inside the store, during a surprise visit by South Africa's human rights watchdog.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Meds-and-you/News/investigations-underway-after-expired-medicine-was-found-at-a-clicks-pharmacy-20190903-2

Health24.com | Long-term 'couch potatoes' may face double the odds for early death

A new study shows that it's never too late to get off the couch and that you can reduce your risk of early death by taking up physical activity later in life, even if you have not been active before.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-and-exercise/long-term-couch-potatoes-may-face-double-the-odds-for-early-death-20190902

Health24.com | Want to be successful in business? Get a good night's sleep

A study shows that sufficient, good quality sleep is essential for business leaders who are seeking their next successful venture.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/want-to-be-successful-in-business-get-a-good-nights-sleep-20190902-3

Health24.com | Got high blood pressure? Get your flu shot

Recent research has found that avoiding getting the flu through vaccination can relieve the stress that heart attacks and strokes put on the body.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Flu/News/got-high-blood-pressure-get-your-flu-shot-20190902

Health24.com | 'No quick fix' for a-fib, but cardiologist says you can help prevent it

Stroke as a result of a-fib is the largest problem, and determining a patient's stroke risks is essential, according to an expert.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/no-quick-fix-for-a-fib-but-cardiologist-says-you-can-help-prevent-it-20190820

Health24.com | KFC rolled out vegan 'chicken' in the US, and it proved to be a hit - but how healthy is it?

KFC is the latest fast food outlet to introduce a meat-free alternative. But is it a 'healthy' alternative?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/kfc-rolled-out-vegan-chicken-in-the-us-and-it-proved-to-be-a-hit-but-how-healthy-is-it-20190902-2

Health24.com | Are food supplements just a hype, or do you really need them?

A nutrition specialist helps us make sense of it all.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Vitamins-minerals-and-supplements/are-food-supplements-just-a-hype-or-do-you-really-need-them-20190902-2

Health24.com | Meet the skinny pig that makes low fat bacon

Scientists have discovered a way to make the piggies that go to market skinnier but will this new, low-fat bacon ever reach your table?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/meet-the-skinny-pig-that-makes-low-fat-bacon-20190902-2

Health24.com | WATCH: People are paying big money to cuddle with cows

Turns out cows can provide us with so much more than just milk and beef...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stress/News/watch-people-are-paying-big-money-to-cuddle-with-cows-20190902-2

Health24.com | 3 simple exercises you can do to relieve back pain and accomplish new fitness goals at the same time

Use these practical strategies to fight your low back pain safely – no equipment needed.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Backache/Exercises-for-a-better-back/3-simple-exercises-you-can-do-to-relieve-back-pain-and-accomplish-new-fitness-goals-at-the-same-time-20190827

Health24.com | Are you an 'extreme early bird'?

While most people struggle with getting out of bed in the wee hours of the morning, people with advanced sleep phase wake up naturally at this time, rested and ready to take on the day.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/are-you-an-extreme-early-bird-20190816

Health24.com | Supplement pills can pose choking risks - especially for seniors

According to the FDA, the intake of supplements by especially older people may increase a common hazard, namely choking and aspiration.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Vitamins-minerals-and-supplements/supplement-pills-can-pose-choking-risks-especially-for-seniors-20190901-2

Health24.com | Why ADHD might raise the risk of early death

A Swedish study has found that people with ADHD are more likely to die prematurely due to accidental injuries, suicide and substance abuse – all fuelled by psychiatric problems.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/ADHD/News/why-adhd-might-raise-the-risk-of-early-death-20190827