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Arthroscopic surgery is a surgical procedure to insert a small camera inside a joint. An arthroscopy can be performed on any joint in the body, but it is most commonly performed in the knee and shoulder joints. That said, many surgeons are performing arthroscopic surgery on other joints including the hips, ankle, elbow, and the wrist. Through small incisions, instruments can be inserted to repair or remove damaged structures. Wrist arthroscopy, often called “scoping the wrist,” is a treatment option for some types of wrist pain....

Research has previously shown that including too many added sugars in your diet can lead to some negative health outcomes, including increased risk for conditions like diabetes. Sugary drinks can often be the culprit behind these added sugars in people’s diets. Key Takeaways Too many added sugars in your diet can be detrimental to your health. New data shows that drinks that include alternative sweeteners can help support people trying to lose weight who are at risk or have diabetes....

If you are the parent of young children, you have been bombarded by a countless number of products that are supposed to help you raise your child. The myriad of choices is increasing every day and it can often be difficult to decide what you “need” and what you don’t. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the pharmacy aisle. In our quest to find a balance between providing our children relief when they are sick and avoiding medications that have unfavorable side effects, there is a huge boom in the “natural and medication-free” market....

Two states—California and Maine—recently voted to provide all public school students free meals during the school day no matter a student’s income level. Key Takeaways California and Maine will extend the free school lunch programs that started during the pandemic to provide free lunch to all students, regardless of their income status.They are the first states to adopt a universal free lunch program.Giving all students free lunch helps reduce some of the stigma attached to qualifying for the program and allows more children to benefit....

When thinking about what kind of music might help you enter a deep, restful slumber, there’s a good chance soft, ambient, instrumental music might come to mind—and for good reason. Key Takeaways Many people associate sleep music with slower, low-tempo songs, but a new study suggests that upbeat pop songs also work well for some. Experts say familiar music can help ease anxiety and distract people from their thoughts.Incorporating music into a consistent bedtime routine can also be a good way to improve sleep hygiene....

As more hearing and deaf people learn sign language, the range of careers open to that skill has broadened. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says a career as an interpreter is growing much faster than average, with 19% growth predicted through 2028. In addition to traditional careers like interpreting, new career possibilities open up as technology evolves. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) is also needed for distinct careers in education, health, therapy, and recreational services....

When conventional treatments do not adequately manage symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis (AS), some people may try cannabidiol (CBD) as another option. There are no studies on CBD treatment for ankylosing spondylitis, so research cannot support its use. Yet, there are studies on CBD for pain and other uses. This article will cover the benefits of CBD, its limitations, and its risks. It will also discuss other ways to relieve ankylosing spondylitis inflammation....

Eosinophilic gastritis and/or eosinophilic duodenitis (EG/EoD), previously called eosinophilic gastroenteritis, is an inflammatory disease of the digestive system that can lead to a range of symptoms. Because it’s not common, many people who have EG/EoD may be misdiagnosed with conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or acid reflux before the disease is diagnosed. The exact causes of EG/EoD are still not known, and there is no cure. The treatments are usually geared toward relieving symptoms....

The hepatic veins drain deoxygenated blood from the liver to the inferior vena cava (IVC), which, in turn, brings it back to the right chamber of the heart. Relatively larger in size, there are three major hepatic veins—the left, middle, and right—corresponding to the left, middle, and right portions of the liver. These structures originate in the liver’s lobule and also serve to transport blood from the colon, pancreas, small intestine, and stomach....

Mycobacterium avium complex, also known as MAC, is a serious bacterial infection often seen in people with advanced HIV disease. While anyone can be infected with MAC, illness typically only presents in those with severely compromised immune systems. As such, MAC is classified as an AIDS-defining illness, affecting anywhere from 20 percent to 40 percent of persons with AIDS-associated immune suppression who are not on HIV therapy or taking preventive prophylactic medications....

Summer cookouts can feature foods that are cholesterol bombs, from fatty ribs and juicy burgers to chips and dip. But your summer cookout doesn’t need to be a bust for your cholesterol. Just follow these top tips for a cholesterol-friendly and delicious meal. Build a Better Burger There are two things that will make your burger better—portion size and meat type. A “proper” burger size is made from four ounces of raw meat, yet six to eight ounces is more often the size people (and restaurants) make....

Almost every woman has experienced vaginal discomfort or itchiness or at one time or another in her life. It can be an aggravating situation, particularly if the itching it is severe or recurrent. While medical treatments may help resolve (or at the very least control) the underlying cause, there are severe practical tips that may help reduce your risk of recurrence. Common Causes Key to the prevention of recurrent vaginal itchiness is the identification of the underlying cause....

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on October 14 that it has approved Inmazeb, an antibody cocktail designed to treat the Ebola virus. The drug, which is a mixture of three monoclonal antibodies administered via injection, is the first FDA-approved treatment for the virus. Key Takeaways The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first treatment for the Ebola virus.The drug, Inmazeb, is manufactured by Regeneron, the same company behind the antibody cocktail aimed at treating COVID-19....

Sleepwalking involves walking or engaging in other complex behaviors while asleep. The condition is more common in children, but adults can also experience it. Sleepwalkers tend to remain in deep sleep during sleepwalking episodes. It may be difficult to wake the sleepwalker, and they likely will not recall the incident when awake. Sleepwalking has unique symptoms, causes, and risk factors. Treatment usually is not required. However, sometimes both medicinal and non-medicinal therapies are beneficial to cases that do require treatment....

Sports massage is focused and systematic, targeting muscles that are used in a specific sport. It uses various techniques to decrease muscle pain and improve recovery, as well as improve overall range of motion and flexibility to support safe and effective movement. A sports massage therapist can assist with training, rehabilitation, and pre- or post-performance goals. While often sought by elite and amateur athletes, sports massage can also be beneficial for anyone who regularly exercises....

Doctors have criticized fracking (hydraulic fracturing), a drilling method used to extract natural gas or oil from the earth, for contributing to health issues like asthma, birth defects, and even cancer. Now, a new study is linking the practice to heart attacks. Key Takeaways A study published in April found that higher levels of fracking activity were associated with more heart attacks.Middle-aged men, who make up most of the workers in hydraulic fracturing-related industries, were most likely to die from heart attacks....

Transcortical aphasia is one of the less common types of aphasia. The more common and well-known forms of aphasia, Broca’s aphasia and Wernicke’s aphasia result from injuries to areas involved in the production of speech (Broca’s aphasia) or the comprehension of speech (Wernicke’s aphasia). Other, less common language deficits can also result when there are injuries to the nerve fibers that carry information between the Wernicke’s or the Broca’s area, or between these areas and other areas of the brain that process the subtle aspects of language, such as emotion, vocal tone, thinking and facial expressions....

Yoga is one of the more commonly recommended forms of exercise for fibromyalgia (FMS). It can be a good, gentle way to stretch your body and loosen up tight muscles and joints. It also helps with balance and strength, and, as you become more advanced, it can provide you with a cardiovascular workout as well. Some people treat yoga just as an exercise, but when done in the traditional way, which emphasizes controlled breathing and awareness, it also can help you relax, calm and focus your mind, and deal with emotional turmoil....

As the world faces a slow start to the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out, some researchers have suggested that older vaccines might provide temporary protection. One study from this past November suggests there might be a link between mumps antibodies (which many people acquire through vaccination) and less severe COVID-19. Key Takeaways A new study has found that people with higher mumps antibody levels were more likely to have less severe or asymptomatic cases of COVID-19 infection....

While it is uncommon for a prepubescent girl to be diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the condition can affect teen girls who have started menstruating. In these instances, PCOS can cause girls to have irregular menstrual periods, heavy periods, and even make periods stop altogether. PCOS symptoms can also include hair growth and acne. Even still, PCOS diagnoses in adolescents are not often made because irregular menstrual cycles from fluctuating hormones are typical in adolescent girls and other symptoms are simply missed....