Andrea Rice

1 week ago | healthline.com | Andrea Rice

Share on PinterestHHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. called for a ban on fluoridated water in U.S. communities. Emerging evidence shows potential health harms and neurotoxic effects in young children, but experts caution these studies are limited and the findings should be interpreted with caution. Experts have called for more robust studies on the potential health effects of fluoridated water in Americans.

2 weeks ago | healthline.com | Andrea Rice

Share on PinterestThe Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has gutted key programs linked to successful smoking cessation. The CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health was eliminated by the HHS, which could limit access to valuable resources on smoking cessation and prevention. Experts say the federal cuts could increase smoking rates in the U.S. and raise smoking-related disease burden and treatment costs.

1 month ago | medium.com | Andrea Rice

Andrea Rice·Follow3 min read·--In a world where our thoughts shape our reality, reframing stands out as a powerful tool to transform not only how we see our experiences, but also how we live our lives. At its core, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a study of human psychology that explores the intricate connections between our neurological processes (“neuro”), the language we use (“linguistic”), and the behavioral patterns we develop (“programming”).

1 month ago | healthline.com | Andrea Rice

Share on PinterestA recent study found that abnormal menstrual bleeding during perimenopause is associated with fatigue. If left untreated, heavy menstrual bleeding can lead to iron deficiency anemia, a well-known cause of fatigue. Females should report midlife menstrual changes like prolonged or heavy bleeding to their doctor to discuss treatment to help ease discomfort.

1 month ago | healthline.com | Andrea Rice

Share on PinterestNew research suggests a common vaginal infection may actually be a sexually transmitted infection. Researchers say bacterial vaginosis (BV) also occurs in males despite being often viewed as a condition affecting only females. Treatments for BV, which has a high recurrence rate, should include treating the other sexual partner. The study found that treating both partners for the infection significantly lowered the recurrence rate.