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Scientists May Have Spotted the Cause, and Possible Prevention, of Morning Sickness
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 13, 2023
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Sudden nausea and then a quick run to a nearby bathroom: Pregnant women know all too well the misery of morning sickness.
Now, British researchers believe they've pinpointed the root cause of the illness, and perhaps new ways to prevent it.
Morning sickness may hav...
More Evidence Pot Use in Pregnancy Is Bad for Baby
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- February 1, 2022
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So, you're pregnant and battling nausea every day. What harm could come from smoking a joint to settle your stomach?
Plenty, according to a new study that suggests women who use pot while expe...
Hit Your Head? Look for These Warning Signs of Concussion
- Robert Preidt
- January 21, 2022
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If you or someone you know has suffered a concussion, a medical evaluation is crucial, an expert says.
Why Are More Women Using Pot, Other Cannabis Products During Pregnancy?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- December 20, 2021
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A growing number of pregnant women are using marijuana or other cannabis products, and a new study suggests that relief of symptoms such as morning sickness may be a primary reason.
Anti-Nausea Drug May Boost Survival for Some Cancer Patients
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- October 12, 2021
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Patients who undergo surgery for certain types of cancer may have better short-term survival if they receive a particular anti-nausea drug, a preliminary study suggests.
Among more than 74,000 patients who had cancer surgery, researchers found that those who received the...
Cancer Patients Avoiding Pot, Even as Rules on Use Relax
- Robert Preidt
- August 13, 2021
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As legal use of marijuana expands, experts say U.S. cancer patients are still far less likely to use it than the general population.
That's the key finding from a new study based on data on smoking habits -- both tobacco and pot -- collected from nearly 20,000 people bet...
Some COVID Survivors Can't Regain Weight Lost During Illness
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- July 12, 2021
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Some people severely ill with COVID-19 may struggle to regain lost weight for months afterward, a new study shows.
While COVID-19 is primarily a respiratory illness, it's become clear that the infection can wreak havoc on the body in many ways. Gastrointestinal (GI) symp...
Vertigo: A Common Symptom With Many Different Causes
- April 25, 2021
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Many conditions can trigger vertigo and the first step in treating it is to find out what's causing it, an expert says.
Middle ear fluid, dislodged crystals in the inner ear, Meniere's disease, vestibular neuritis and vestibular migraine all can cause vertigo, according ...
'Morning Sickness' Doesn't Stick to the A.M., Study Confirms
- Robert Preidt
- August 19, 2020
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As many expectant mothers can unhappily attest, the nausea and vomiting known as "morning sickness" can occur at any time of the day.
In a new study, British researchers analyzed diaries kept by 256 women from the day they learned they were expecting until the 60th d...
Does Medical Marijuana Help or Harm Kids With Cancer?
- Amy Norton
- July 13, 2020
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Parents are increasingly interested in whether medical marijuana can help their children with problems like cancer-related pain and nausea -- but there's concern about interactions with their medications and a general lack of research.
That's one of the main takeaway...
Newbies More Apt to Have Bad Reaction to Marijuana: Study
- Robert Preidt
- April 2, 2020
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Common bad reactions to marijuana include coughing fits, anxiety and paranoia, but regular users are less likely to have problems than occasional users, a new study finds.
"There's been surprisingly little research on the prevalence or frequency of various adverse re...
Severe Morning Sickness Tied to Autism Risk in Kids
- Steven Reinberg
- October 3, 2019
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Many pregnant women suffer from morning sickness early in pregnancy. But a new study suggests that a small minority who suffer a more severe form of the illness may be at higher odds of having a child with autism.
The form of morning sickness in question is called hy...
For Preventing Hangover, Wine First or Beer First?
- Robert Preidt
- February 8, 2019
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In drinking lore, it's said that having beer before wine, instead of the other way around, can help prevent a hangover. Well, it's not true, a new study finds.
You'll suffer the next day if you drink too much, regardless of how you sequence your drinks, according to ...