Kids + Screen Time = Dry Eyes
WASHINGTON — Kids are addicted to cell phones, tablets … anything with an electronic screen. The problem is, it’s bad for their eyes. With the popularity of video games and online activities, dry eye is becoming increasingly prevalent in children and teens glued to their screens. The condition can…
New study finds that E-Cigarettes Increase Cardiovascular Risk as Much as Cigarettes
The usage of e-cigarettes containing nicotine has a significant impact on vascular functions claims new study. Research published in the SAGE journal, Vascular Medicine, has brought new research to light on the significant health risks of e-cigarettes with nicotine. The study revealed that smokers of e-cigarettes experienced the same,…
Flight Attendants at Elevated Risk of Several Forms of Cancer
Boston, MA – U.S. flight attendants have a higher prevalence of several forms of cancer, including breast cancer, uterine cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, thyroid cancer, and cervical cancer, when compared with the general public, according to new research from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The study, one of…
Trump Administration, Ignoring 95% Of Health Care Groups, Finalizes Association Rule
Washington, D.C. – The Trump Administration just announced new mandates that force weak products that fail to cover critical…
Study: Alaska fishermen suffer high rate of health problems
Alaska salmon fishermen have a significantly higher rate of health problems than the general population, according to a new…
Congressman Young Supports Efforts to Combat Opioid Crisis
Washington, D.C. – This week, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a series of bills related to…
Wrangell Medical Center and SEARHC Formally Affiliate
WRANGELL – Friday, the City and Borough of Wrangell (CBW) announced that SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) and…
Trump Administration Moves to Eliminate Pre-Existing Conditions Protections
(Anchorage, AK) – While you were sleeping, the Trump Administration asked the courts to overturn a key provision…
