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Kathleen Registered Nurse

Charlotte, North Carolina
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Breastfeeding is Heart Healthy for Women by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine New research shows that breastfeeding is heart healthy for women. According to a new study from University of Pittsburgh, women who breastfed for one year were able to cut the ... Read on »
Video Game Addiction a Problem for One in Ten Youths by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine A new study shows that one in ten youths studied show problems associated with video game addiction. The study, from Iowa researcher and Assistant Professor of Psychology, Dou ... Read on »
Extract from Nigella Sativa Flower Suppresses Pancreatic Cancer by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Researchers from the Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson have reported findings that extract from the Nigella sativa plant suppresses the growth of pancreatic cancer cells. Nige ... Read on »
Diabetic Study Shows Laughter is Good for the Heart by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Laughter has been studied as a way to better health. Laughter Yoga clubs have been gaining popularity worldwide. Diabetes is associated with an increased risk for heart diseas ... Read on »
Rejection Teaches us to Spot a Phony Smile by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Can you spot a phony smile? If so, you may be feeling rejected. Last year Psychological Science published a study (October 2008), showing that social rejection improves one’s ... Read on »
Marijuana and Tobacco Combined Increases COPD Risk by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine So far, marijuana alone has not been shown to increase the risk of developing COPD. A new study shows that marijuana combined with tobacco smoking more than triples the risk o ... Read on »
Job Promotion Negatively Affects Mental Health by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Contrary to popular belief, getting a job promotion does not improve mental health. The results of a new study show that job promotion negatively affects mental health, likely ... Read on »
Omega 3 Fatty Acids Help Cancer Patients Maintain Muscle Mass by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine A new study shows that omega 3 fatty acids can prevent loss of muscle mass and preserve body composition in patients who undergo surgery for esophageal cancer. Scientists fro ... Read on »
Health Benefits of Baby Broccoli for Preventing Stomach Cancer by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine According to new research, eating baby broccoli may help in the prevention of stomach cancer. The health benefits of broccoli come from the ability of an ingredient in baby br ... Read on »
Regular Dental Care Promotes Overall Health by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Regular dental care can save health dollars spend on stroke treatment, diabetes, and premature births by promoting overall health. Scientists at the 87th General Session of t ... Read on »
Sports Drinks not so Healthy for Teeth by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine According to a new study, from NYU dental researchers, sports drinks that are widely consumed as healthy alternatives to soda may not be so healthy for your teeth. The study ... Read on »
Help for Weather Related Headache by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Widespread rain and pending storms commonly produce headaches, and can trigger migraines. Knowing if you are prone to weather related headaches is the first step for managing ... Read on »
Early Diagnosis of Celiac Disease Reduces Health Spending by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Recognizing and treating celiac disease can help reduce the economic impact of healthcare costs, according to an analysis from members of the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia ... Read on »
Omega 3 Fatty Acids Protect Against Advanced Prostate Cancer by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine A new study shows that omega 3 fatty acids protect from advanced prostate cancer. The study showed that men who carry the COX 2 gene variant that increases susceptibility to ... Read on »
DVT Risk Factors and Prevention by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can be fatal. Knowing who is at risk for DVT and finding ways for prevention can save lives. DVT can develop in the lower or upper extremities. Las ... Read on »
Drinking with Friends may Help the Heart by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Scientists do not know exactly why drinking alcohol can help us live longer, and benefit heart health. A new study shows that drinking alcohol, combined with spending time wit ... Read on »
No Link Found Between Diet and One in Five Children with Eczema by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Eczema is commonly associated with food allergies, especially in children. The results of a new study suggests that though one in five children now have eczema, there is no li ... Read on »
Non Surgical Device Increases Penis Size in Study by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine A new study shows that is possible for men to increase penis size without the expense and complications of surgery. The study showed that the Andro-Penis Device increased peni ... Read on »
Green Spaces Help Children Fight Obesity by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Green spaces, such as parks and recreation areas may go a long way in helping children fight obesity. When green spaces are found in proximity to homes, children remain more a ... Read on »
Negative Emotions Predict Poor Health by Kathleen Registered NurseHealth Maven Posted in: Blog Posts in General Medicine Emotions are important for maintenance of physical health. Until recently, the link between negative emotions and poor health has only been studied in industrialized countries ... Read on »