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Americans Still Avoiding ERs in Pandemic, But Uptick Seen in Mental Health Crises
04/16/2021—While ER visits have stayed below normal levels as the coronavirus pandemic continues, the number of people showing up in the emergency department with mental woes is increasing, new federal government data shows. More -
Most Young Americans Eager to Get COVID Vaccine: Poll
04/15/2021—But youth-focused messaging will still be needed to convince a minority of those aged 14 to 24 that they should be vaccinated, the University of Michigan researchers said. More -
Stress Not Always a Trigger for Relapse in Eating Disorders: Study
04/15/2021—Stress does not trigger binge eating in people with eating disorders, new research suggests. More -
Bingeing, Stress Snacking: How the Pandemic Is Changing Eating Habits
04/15/2021—Americans' eating habits have changed for the worse during the COVID-19 pandemic, including an increase in eating disorders, researchers say. More -
Your Zip Code Could Help or Harm Your Brain
04/15/2021—Specifically, it found that middle-aged and older people in poorer neighborhoods showed more brain shrinkage and faster mental decline than those in affluent neighborhoods. More -
Research Shows Links Between Gum Disease and Alzheimer's
04/14/2021—The mouth is home to both harmful bacteria that promote inflammation and healthy, protective bacteria, the study authors explained. More -
No Rise in Global Suicide Rate in First Months of Pandemic
04/14/2021—Suicides did not rise in wealthier nations early in the COVID pandemic, but continued monitoring of long-term mental health and economic effects is needed, a new study says. More -
Many Kids Who Develop Severe COVID-Linked Syndrome Have Neurologic Symptoms
04/14/2021—In very rare cases, children infected with the new coronavirus can develop a severe illness known as multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C). More -
4 in 10 Adults Over 50 Consult Online Reviews When Picking a Doctor
04/14/2021—Finding a new doctor can be a daunting task. For help, many older adults turn to online reviews, a new study finds. More -
Most Parents OK About School Rules for Kids' Return to Sports: Poll
04/13/2021—In the survey, about three-quarters of parents said their child's teams mostly did the right thing while resuming sports during COVID. Thirteen percent said officials were too strict, and 14% said they were too lenient. More
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