Avoiding these 3 things during midlife could ward off dementia
Researchers have identified three specific health markers during people’s midlife years that can minimize risk for dementia, suggesting targeted prevention efforts could ward off dementia for more than a decade.
Researchers have identified three specific health markers during people’s midlife years that can minimize risk for dementia, suggesting targeted prevention efforts could ward off dementia for more than a decade.
What Should Stay Out of the Lunchbox?
What kids eat during the school day can have a big impact on how they perform in class. From stronger immune systems to better concentration, experts say good nutrition is one of the best back-to-school tools parents can provide. Beth Goodridge, registered dietician at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek, gives insight.
What kids eat during the school day can have a big impact on how they perform in class. From stronger immune systems to better concentration, experts say good nutrition is one of the best back-to-school tools parents can provide. Beth Goodridge, registered dietician at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek, gives insight.
New Oakland dental mobile program
On Thursday, August 6, the Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California will launch a new free dental care program for uninsured adults through a partnership with La Clínica de la Raza's Mobile Dental Services.
On Thursday, August 6, the Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California will launch a new free dental care program for uninsured adults through a partnership with La Clínica de la Raza's Mobile Dental Services.
Building back-to-school confidence
The first week of school can be tough, especially for younger children starting a new classroom. Apurva Bhatt, child and adolescent psychiatrist at Stanford Children's Health, gives insight.
The first week of school can be tough, especially for younger children starting a new classroom. Apurva Bhatt, child and adolescent psychiatrist at Stanford Children's Health, gives insight.
Help for breastfeeding parents
August 5 marks National Mastitis Awareness Day, shining a light on a painful condition that affects about 1 in 7 breastfeeding moms. Experts say early recognition and treatment can help prevent serious complications, reduce ER visits, and keep more families on track with their breastfeeding goals. Abrie McCoy, board-certified lactation consultant with SimpliFed, gives insight.
August 5 marks National Mastitis Awareness Day, shining a light on a painful condition that affects about 1 in 7 breastfeeding moms. Experts say early recognition and treatment can help prevent serious complications, reduce ER visits, and keep more families on track with their breastfeeding goals. Abrie McCoy, board-certified lactation consultant with SimpliFed, gives insight.
FDA panel recommends wider access to peptides despite safety concerns, Stanford expert says
A panel of outside experts told the U.S. Food and Drug Administration this week that it should make six types of peptides more available to the public — a recommendation that contradicts advice from the agency's own scientists.
A panel of outside experts told the U.S. Food and Drug Administration this week that it should make six types of peptides more available to the public — a recommendation that contradicts advice from the agency's own scientists.
Sudden hearing loss warnings
When it comes to sudden hearing loss, time is critical. Specialists say treatment within the first week and ideally much sooner offers the best chance of restoring hearing. Dr. Donald McGillivray, an audiologist at Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa, gives insight.
When it comes to sudden hearing loss, time is critical. Specialists say treatment within the first week and ideally much sooner offers the best chance of restoring hearing. Dr. Donald McGillivray, an audiologist at Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa, gives insight.
Seasonal affective disorder: symptoms & causes
When you hear Seasonal Affective Disorder, you probably think winter. But doctors say a small number of people experience the opposite—with symptoms that appear during the summer months instead. Dr. Goutham Ganesan, Assistant Chief of Adult Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente San Jose, gives insight.
When you hear Seasonal Affective Disorder, you probably think winter. But doctors say a small number of people experience the opposite—with symptoms that appear during the summer months instead. Dr. Goutham Ganesan, Assistant Chief of Adult Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente San Jose, gives insight.
Stanford lecturer says red light therapy has real science behind it — but not every device works
Red light therapy has become a fixture on social media, with influencers claiming it can improve skin, reduce pain and speed recovery. Rachele Pojednic, faculty at Stanford University and chief science officer at Restore Hyper Wellness, said the science behind it is more solid than many people assume.
Red light therapy has become a fixture on social media, with influencers claiming it can improve skin, reduce pain and speed recovery. Rachele Pojednic, faculty at Stanford University and chief science officer at Restore Hyper Wellness, said the science behind it is more solid than many people assume.
Taylor Farms linked to cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak
Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after U.S. health officials linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce, though the company said none of its branded salad products are connected to the illnesses.
Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after U.S. health officials linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce, though the company said none of its branded salad products are connected to the illnesses.
Pet heat safety: staying cool in the summer
That sidewalk may not look hot, but it can burn your dog’s paws in seconds. With triple-digit temperatures expected in some inland areas, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to rethink outdoor routines before the afternoon heat peaks. Dr. Melissa Jacobs, SF SPCA Hospital Medical Director, gives insight.
That sidewalk may not look hot, but it can burn your dog’s paws in seconds. With triple-digit temperatures expected in some inland areas, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to rethink outdoor routines before the afternoon heat peaks. Dr. Melissa Jacobs, SF SPCA Hospital Medical Director, gives insight.
Parasite causing major stomach symptoms
Public health officials speak on a parasite, Cyclosporiasis, that is spreading across nation that causes major stomach symptoms. Officials are investigating how the food-borne outbreak began.
Public health officials speak on a parasite, Cyclosporiasis, that is spreading across nation that causes major stomach symptoms. Officials are investigating how the food-borne outbreak began.
Medline warehouse fire: Lawsuit filed after residents report health issues negligence
Neighbors living near the site of last month's massive warehouse fire in Tracy say they are still dealing with health concerns and the environmental aftermath.
Neighbors living near the site of last month's massive warehouse fire in Tracy say they are still dealing with health concerns and the environmental aftermath.
No more statins? One-time treatment for high cholesterol could lower heart attack risk for life
It could transform how millions of Americans dealing with the number one leading cause of death, coronary artery disease, receive treatment — a one-time-only injection that could lower heart attack risk for the rest of a person's life.
It could transform how millions of Americans dealing with the number one leading cause of death, coronary artery disease, receive treatment — a one-time-only injection that could lower heart attack risk for the rest of a person's life.
The 'happiness warrior' shares tips for staying active and positive while traveling
Summer travel season is here, and with it comes long flights, road trips, and the temptation to abandon healthy routines.
Summer travel season is here, and with it comes long flights, road trips, and the temptation to abandon healthy routines.
All-abilities playground opens at George Mark Children's House
George Mark Children's House has opened an all-abilities playground featuring wheelchair-accessible swings, a merry-go-round, and sensory elements.
George Mark Children's House has opened an all-abilities playground featuring wheelchair-accessible swings, a merry-go-round, and sensory elements.
Surgeon General warns of screen time dangers for kids; Bay Area pediatrician weighs in
The U.S. Surgeon General's Office is raising new alarms about how much time children spend in front of screens, issuing an advisory that links excessive use to poor sleep, anxiety, depression and developmental delays.
The U.S. Surgeon General's Office is raising new alarms about how much time children spend in front of screens, issuing an advisory that links excessive use to poor sleep, anxiety, depression and developmental delays.
Santa Clara County demands DFCS reform after another child death
Santa Clara County authorities and community leaders are demanding sweeping changes within the Department of Family and Children’s Services (DFCS) following the death of an 8-year-old girl — the latest in a series of child fatalities linked to the agency.
Santa Clara County authorities and community leaders are demanding sweeping changes within the Department of Family and Children’s Services (DFCS) following the death of an 8-year-old girl — the latest in a series of child fatalities linked to the agency.
Oakland Indigenous culture and new community dental clinic
Native American Health Center is hosting two special events Sunday, May 17 from 11AM to 2PM in Oakland, the return of the Indigenous Red Market and the Flicker Dental Open House. Kelli Rutherford, human resources generalist, at Native American Health Center, gives insight.
Native American Health Center is hosting two special events Sunday, May 17 from 11AM to 2PM in Oakland, the return of the Indigenous Red Market and the Flicker Dental Open House. Kelli Rutherford, human resources generalist, at Native American Health Center, gives insight.
What is the hantavirus from a Stanford Medicine expert
Hantavirus is rare and unable to cause a global pandemic, Jorge Salinas, the medical director of infection prevention at Stanford Health Care, expands on what you should know.
Hantavirus is rare and unable to cause a global pandemic, Jorge Salinas, the medical director of infection prevention at Stanford Health Care, expands on what you should know.