Caring for an older adult with cancer comes with emotional challenges for caregivers, too
The number of informal caregivers who look after older adults with cancer is on the rise. Caregivers could be relatives, ...
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Miscarriage from a man’s perspective
A University of Missouri study exploring how men often use metaphors to discuss miscarriages finds couples need to 'co-cope' with ...
Preventing elderly falls through low-cost community events
Credit: Marcus Quigmire BURLINGTON, VT - Accidental falls are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among older adults in ...
Forgotten fathers: New dads also at risk for postpartum depression
UNLV study provides an in-depth look at new fathers' experiences with PPD It's increasingly common to hear about new moms ...
Old age care crisis: Are migrant care workers a suitable solution for state and families?
Completion of a 3-year research project comparing long-term care of the elderly in Germany and the Netherlands; international conference on ...
Women with more social support are less likely to die, new study finds
Credit: George Mason University Fairfax, VA - Women aged 50-79 who believed they had more social support were less likely ...
How your smartphone is affecting your relationship
Smartphones have become a constant companion for many of us. In a recent study by the Pew Research Center, nearly ...
Fewer deaths seen among young adults who got extra adult support as suicidal teens
New study suggests long-term impacts of youth-nominated support team approach ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Building a circle of trusted adults ...
Keeping the peace when mom and grandma disagree on feeding the kids
Nutrition education programs for children should incorporate all family members who act as caregivers Many mothers have to navigate a ...
Researchers identify high-risk areas for infant deaths in Harris County
Credit: Photo by Maricruz Kwon/UTHealth To help Harris County target its preventive strategies for sudden unexpected infant death (SUID), researchers ...
Stressed? Having a partner present — even in your mind — may keep blood pressure down
When faced with a stressful situation, thinking about your romantic partner may help keep your blood pressure under control just ...
About half of US adolescents report having private time with healthcare providers
Study shows that experiencing private time can enhance positive attitudes among youth about clinical preventive services Only about half of ...
The opioid crisis: What we should learn from the AIDS epidemic
NEW YORK (January 3, 2019)--There are important lessons to be learned from the successes and failures of the AIDS response ...