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WebMD brought together experts from four federal agencies to talk prevention, monitoring, and what the “what ifs” of bird flu might look like. source https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/news/20240516/federal-experts-talk-bird-flu-what-ifs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

As WebMD’s chief medical officer, John Whyte, MD, is in a unique position to see both the current state of medical care for America’s older adults and the way things are trending for the future. We asked him to share his insight on a few topics, along with a bit of advice. source https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/blog-aging-health-care?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Estimates show that by 2040, age-related macular degeneration may affect nearly 300 million people worldwide. And we are very limited in our ability to treat or prevent it. Here's what to know. source https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/macular-degeneration/news/20240510/age-related-macular-degeneration-putting-hole-our-world?src=RSS_PUBLIC

What to expect at the doctor’s office, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, the future of telemedicine, and how to get the best care during COVID-19. source https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/covid-senior-health-care?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A savvy black entrepreneur guides you on an eczema-friendly shopping spree. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/features/savvy-black-entrepreneur-guides-eczema-friendly-clothes-creams-cosmetics?src=RSS_PUBLIC

If you’re a schizophrenia caregiver, communication with your loved one's doctors is important. Learn how to stay in the loop. source https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/features/talking-to-schizophrenia-care-team?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The American College of Lifestyle Medicine and Blue Zones will soon offer a new clinical certification to physicians and health professionals. source https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/doctor-blue-zones-certified?src=RSS_PUBLIC

If you have two copies of the APOE4 gene, new research suggests that you’re very likely to develop Alzheimer’s. Experts break down the findings and share what you can do to lower your risk. source https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/features/apoe4-genes-alzheimers-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The virus variant that is circulating among cattle is not an efficient cause of disease in humans. There may be more concern if H5N1 passes to pigs, because their viral receptors are closer to those in humans. source https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/news/20240514/experts-watching-bird-flu-in-case-it-takes-off?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Three women with eczema describe how they combat nighttime flare-ups. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/features/seven-hour-itch-women-eczema-combat-nighttime-flares?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Two moms reveal the great lengths they went to in their determination to give their children relief and good health. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/features/mothers-love-challenges-parenting-child-eczema?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Three keys to managing your eczema at the gym and then heading off to a productive and itch-free workday. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/features/minimize-eczema-flare-ups-gym-job?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Estimates show that by 2040, age-related macular degeneration may affect nearly 300 million people worldwide. And we are very limited in our ability to treat or prevent it. Here's what to know. source https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/news/20240510/age-related-macular-degeneration-putting-hole-our-world?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Turn around those bad family genes with four lifestyle changes. source https://www.webmd.com/balance/news/20240509/defeat-bad-genes-with-healthy-lifestyle?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Kidney care in the U.S. is at a watershed moment of moving past a deeply entrenched, institutionally racist equation. source https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/end-of-racist-kidney-math?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Vegans and vegetarians sleep around 30 more minutes per night than average and up to 90% of them report good or excellent sleep quality, according to a new survey published by the Sleep Foundation. source https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20240508/plant-powered-sleep-vegan-vegetarian-diet-unlocks-extra-zzzs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

What, exactly, does anorexia nervosa do inside the human body? The heart and bones suffer the most. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/eating-disorders/anorexia-nervosa/features/anorexia-body-neglected?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Not all exercises are created equal. Some are simply more efficient than others, whether they target multiple muscle groups, are suitable for a wide variety of fitness levels, or help you burn calories more effectively. source https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/7-most-effective-exercises?src=RSS_PUBLIC

These tips will help you enjoy the foods at social events when you have ulcerative colitis and still steer clear of a flare. source https://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/features/fast-feast-uc?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Ulcerative colitis is a relapsing-remitting disease, so it’s hard to predict symptoms over time. Here’s what to expect and how to recognize remission. source https://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/features/long-haul-expectations-uc?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Friendship can be a good medicine when you have ulcerative colitis. Learn how to keep your social life going when you don’t always feel like going out. source https://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/features/uc-relationships?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Your dietary needs change as you age. WebMD advises what should be on your grocery list. source https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/nutrition-for-seniors?src=RSS_PUBLIC

After falling for over a decade, the death rate climbed for several years and now is about the same as in 1999. source https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/heart-failure/news/20240503/heart-failure-mortality-rate-continues-to-rise?src=RSS_PUBLIC

There are far more powerful motivators than “get abs!” to help you start an exercise routine you’ll stick to. source https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20240429/jump-start-exercise-with-this-mindset-reset?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The goalpost for old age has been moving. Until now. source https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20240502/when-does-old-age-start-many-disagree?src=RSS_PUBLIC

More than 1 million Americans live with Crohn’s, a chronic and sometimes crippling bowel disease that affects the intestines and leads to digestive issues. But in 2024, breakthroughs could bring relief in different ways. Here's what to know. source https://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/crohns-disease/news/20240502/prospects-crohns-relief-brighten-with-new-advancements?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How realistic is the Grey’s Anatomy episode that shows a Parkinson’s disease cure? A neurosurgery professor weighs in. source https://www.webmd.com/parkinsons-disease/features/is-greys-anatomys-parkinsons-cure-real?src=RSS_PUBLIC

You shouldn’t draw major conclusions about the safety of marijuana amid the recent announcement that federal regulators may reclassify the drug, experts are cautioning. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20240501/reclassification-of-marijuana-doesnt-mean-its-safer?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A new study suggests female doctors may provide patients better care, especially when those patients are women. Here's what to know. source https://www.webmd.com/women/news/20240501/are-female-doctors-better-heres-what-to-know?src=RSS_PUBLIC