A new study suggests stopping time may be hindered for weeks after knee replacement surgery, so when is it safe for a person to drive after undergoing a knee replacement operation? The study published in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation found that a person who undergoes knee replacement surgery on their right […]
Your Heart Needs More Than 30 Minutes of Exercise A Day
You’ve probably heard the advice that you should carve out 30 minutes each day for some moderate-intensity exercise, but new research says more is necessary for optimal heart health. An analysis published in the journal Circulation suggests that we might want to double or even quadruple that daily activity level if we want to keep our […]
How Standardized Heath Screenings Could Save Children From Abuse
The healthcare industry can play a critical role in preventing child abuse, according to a new study. Providing regular health screenings for children with signs of physical abuse can help protect them from further harm, according to a report published in Pediatrics. That probably doesn’t come as a huge surprise, but as it currently stands, […]
CDC Will Issue New Surgical Site Infection Prevention Guidelines
Although surgery has gotten safer over the last few decades, surgical site infections (SSI) are still higher than those in the medical community would like. In fact, surgical infections have become so problematic that many organizations like the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the Infectious Diseases Society of America have issued their own guidelines […]
Instilling Healthy Habits At An Early Age
A new study revealed that preschool students who participated in a school-based education program focused on healthy diet and exercise habits had increased physical activity compared to peers who didn’t participate in the program. Researchers say instilling healthy habits at an early age is vital to kickstarting lifelong health patterns. “This pioneering study represents an important […]
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