LocalHealthGuide - Part 215

September 5, 2018 Drugs / Substance Abuse

Daily use of marijuana among non-college young adults hits all-time high

More than 13% of young adults not in college report daily, or near daily, marijuana use. Alcohol use is more common among college students.

September 5, 2018 Salmonella

Do not eat any Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal, warns CDC

Consumers and retailers should not to eat, serve, or sell any Honey Smacks cereal, which is linked to a Salmonella outbreak and continues to make people sick.

September 5, 2018 Endometriosis

I have painful periods, could it be endometriosis?

Endometriosis causes number of symptoms, including period pain. But painful periods alone, even if they’re bad, aren’t a surefire indicator of endometriosis.

September 5, 2018 Eyes and Vision / Public Health

Seattle/King County Free Clinic to be held September 20-23.

The free clinic serves people in need who struggle to access and/or afford healthcare/ All are welcome! Patients DO NOT need ID or proof of immigration status.

September 5, 2018 Health Costs

Surprise Medical Bills Are What Americans Fear Most In Paying For Health Care

67% of people worry about unexpected medical bills, more than they dread insurance deductibles, drug costs or the basic staples of life: rent, food and gas.

September 4, 2018 Suicide

Suicide rate in Washington state continues to rise

Health officials recommend 5 five actions you can take to help prevent suicide.

September 4, 2018 Vitamins

Vitamin D: a pseudo-vitamin for a pseudo-disease

We have created another pseudo-disease that is encouraged by vitamin companies, patient groups, food manufacturers, public health departments and charities.

September 4, 2018 Anorexia / Bulemia / Eating Disorders

Anorexia more stubborn to treat than previously believed, analysis shows

Specialized treatments for anorexia, such CBT and emerging medication treatments, appear to have few advantages over standard control treatment-as-usual.

September 4, 2018 Health Insurance / Medicaid

A Texas Lawsuit Being Heard This Week Could Mean Life Or Death For The ACA

Here are five questions and answers to help understand the case, Texas v. U.S.

September 3, 2018 Antibiotics / Drugs

Five of the scariest antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the past five years

Antibiotic resistance risks returning us to an age where even simple cuts and scrapes can become deadly.

September 3, 2018 Mental Health

Over Past 20 Years, The Percentage Of Children Diagnosed with ADHD Nearly Doubles

But is this a true increase in cases or an epidemic of over-diagnosis?

August 31, 2018 Fitness

Electric Bicycles Race Ahead of City and State Rules

Electric bicycle sales in the United States have nearly tripled in the past three years, making them the fastest-growing type of bicycle on the market.

August 31, 2018 Health Costs / Health Insurance / Hospitals

The $109K Heart Attack Bill Is Down To $332. What About Other Surprise Bills?

Hospital that charged a teacher $108,951 for heart attack care slashed the bill to $332.29 — after news stories appeared about its surprise ‘balance’ billing.

August 31, 2018 Nutrition / Weight Loss

Delay eating breakfast and eat dinner early if you want to lose body fat – new study

There is strong evidence to support the health benefits of time-restricted eating (TRE) in animals, and recent small studies suggest possible benefits for humans, too.

August 31, 2018 Cancer / Nutrition

Cancer, Schmancer. In California, Coffee Is King

At issue is a chemical called acrylamide, a byproduct of coffee roasting also present in many other foods that are roasted, fried or baked.