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Articles by Dr. Veronica Anderson.
Could the Drug Zoloft Prevent Depression in Patients with Head Injuries?
Following traumatic brain injury, depression could be a side effect, although new research suggests you can prevent this from happening. According to new research, the…
This Anti-Zika Procedure Works Against Mosquitos!
Health officials explained that aerial spraying of insecticides prevents the spread of Zika in South Florida. The state confirmed over 74 cases of viral infection causing…
Is Pregnancy an Indicator for Future Health Conditions?
According to a heart specialist, pregnancy complications may indicate a higher risk of health problems in later life stages. Hypertension or diabetes developing during pregnancy…
Alcohol, Atrial Fibrillation, and an Increased Risk of Stroke
Did you know alcohol consumption and age may increase the risk of stroke if you have a heart rhythm disorder? A new study finds people with atrial fibrillation having an increase…
Zika News: Widespread Damage to the Fetal Brain
Researchers are suggesting the term “congenital Zika syndrome” to describe many birth disabilities in the fetal brain, according to a new study. A particular trait caused by Zika…
4 Easy Tips to Overcome Back Pain!
There are only a few common injuries more frustrating and debilitating than back pain. People don’t realize they rely on their backs so much until they start feeling something…
Keep your Kids Away from Cigarette Smoke
The American Heart Association expressed a statement recommending a “zero tolerance” approach for children’s exposure to secondhand smoke. Dr. Geetha Raghuveer, pediatric…
Is This the Secret to Weight Loss?
A new study suggests hanging out with thinner people to lose more weight. In a survey of more than 9,300 Americans from the ages 18-65, overweight individuals who want to lose…
Can You Get Zika from Sex with Your Partner?
According to U.S. health officials, Zika virus can be spread sexually even when your partner has no symptoms or any signs of infection. Unfortunately, a woman from Maryland who…
Overweight Teens Should Focus on Health, not Weight
Parents and doctors should encourage healthy living on overweight teenagers instead of looking at their weight, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. AAP recommends…
Slow Down for Your Mind, Body, and Soul!
Has your life become too congested? Are you too busy to do things that matter to you the most? Do you still have time for the most important people in your life? Do you feel lost?…
A New Bionic Lens can Give Perfect Vision in 8 Minutes!
A bionic eye lens is not just a futuristic TV fantasy any longer! The new bionic lens, named Ocumetics Bionic Lens, is being developed by Dr. Garth Webb, an optometrist in British…