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02 Apr

Occasional Heavy Drinking May Triple Risk of Liver Damage, Study Finds

New research finds even occasional heavy drinking — just once a month — may raise the risk of serious liver scarring, even in otherwise moderate drinkers.

01 Apr

Study Questions Effectiveness of KT Tape for Pain Relief

A large review of more than 300 studies finds KT tape may offer short-term pain relief, but its overall benefits remain uncertain. Researchers say it shows little impact on strength, mobility, or long-term outcomes.

31 Mar

Alternative Therapies Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Survival, Study Finds

New research suggests breast cancer patients who choose to fight their disease with complementary or alternative therapies are nearly 4 times more likely to die within 5 years.

Nerve Stimulation Therapy May Ease Fibromyalgia Pain, Fatigue

FRIDAY, April 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — In its first "real-world" trial, the nerve stimulation treatment called TENS appeared to reduce the pain and tiredness of fibromyalgia.

"The study shows that TENS provides an added benefit on top of any relief from other treatments," said study first author Dana Dailey of the University of Iow...

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Psychotherapists Often Poorly Trained in Treating Muscle-Linked Disorders in Males

FRIDAY, April 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Boys and men can also develop eating disorders, and rates for these psychiatric issues are rising — even as psychotherapists admit they have trouble spotting and treating them.

So finds a new study of 259 American and Canadian psychotherapists.

"Boys and men with eating disorders a...

Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
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April 3, 2026
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Missing From Most Doctor-Patient Talks: Sleep Issues

FRIDAY, April 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Even though most folks know it's key to good health, sleep often goes undiscussed during doctor visits, a new survey finds.

Almost half (45%) of adults said they never talk about sleep quality with their doctor, according to a poll from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).

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April 3, 2026
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Plastics Chemical Linked To Nearly 2 Million Preterm Births Each Year

FRIDAY, April 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A common chemical that makes plastics more pliable may come with a grim downside: Nearly 2 million premature births per year, new research shows.

Di-2-ethylhexylphthalate (DEHP) belongs to a class of chemicals called phthalates, which have long been linked to health hazards in people.

Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
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April 3, 2026
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Most Americans Don't Realize Brain Donation Is Needed to Study Autism

FRIDAY, April 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Americans are overwhelmingly supportive of autism research, but a new survey has uncovered a lack of awareness that could be slowing scientific progress.

Very few realize that the most critical tool for researchers — the human brain — is in short supply.

While nea...

Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
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April 3, 2026
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Weekend Binge Drinking Triples Risk of Permanent Liver Damage

FRIDAY, April 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Many folks think it’s OK to belt back a few extra rounds on Saturday night if they stay mostly sober during the week.

But saving up your drinks for a single sitting could be a recipe for liver problems, new research suggests.

A team at the University of Southern California’s ...