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| Welcome, here are Medical News Todayâs headlines for August 20, 2020. |
Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, bringing you the most recent headlines and updated stories from our team of expert writers. Stay informed with the latest developments in the current COVID-19 pandemic and our dedicated COVID-19 daily newsletter. |
| Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs |
| What to know about leg twitching Twitching is the result of the sudden contraction or release of a muscle. Myoclonus is the medical term for these fast, involuntary twitches. Learn more here. |
| Bones / Orthopedics |
| Ischial bursitis: Management and prevention Ischial bursitis causes swelling around the pelvis that may feel painful. Physical therapy and exercises may help treat ischial bursitis. Learn more here. |
| Depression |
| Confiding in others may protect against depression A study suggests that confiding in others is one of the best ways to prevent depression. The research also finds factors that raise the risk of depression. |
| Support and resources for people who feel suicidal A person may feel suicidal but not want to die. It is still important that they seek support for suicidal thoughts. Learn about the resources available here. |
| Dermatology |
| What to know about onchocerciasis Onchocerciasis is an infectious disease that can cause blindness and permanent skin damage. The source of onchocerciasis is the parasite Onchocerca volvulus. |
| Scabies vs. eczema Scabies and eczema both cause itchy skin and rashes. Learn more about the differences between these two conditions, treatment options, and prevention. |
| Eye Health / Blindness |
| Does Medicare cover the cost of contact lenses? Original Medicare does not cover routine eye care, including contact lenses. Part C plans may provide this benefit. Read on for more. |
| Health Insurance / Medical Insurance |
| Medicare Advantage disenrollment: What to know Medicare Advantage disenrollment happens when someone cancels or switches plans. How disenrollment happens differs. Read on for more. |
| Does Medicare deliver prescriptions to a person's home? Medicare plans that provide coverage for prescription drugs will usually have a network pharmacy that offers home delivery. Read on for more. |
| Men's Health |
| Doctors for erectile dysfunction (ED): Options, treatments, and more Several doctors can help diagnose and treat erectile dysfunction (ED), including primary care providers, urologists, and psychiatrists. Learn more here. |
| Mental Health |
| Physician survey reveals widespread burnout A new U.S. survey reveals that white physicians are more likely to report burnout than physicians of marginalized racial and ethnic groups. |
| COVID-19: Dr. Fauci quizzed at Healthline Town Hall meeting Yesterday, Dr. Anthony S. Fauci spoke at a live Town Hall meeting hosted by Healthline. He covered a range of topics. Here, we summarize his main points. |
| Gender dysphoria: What does it mean? Gender dysphoria is when a person's physical sex does not align with their gender identity. Gender dysphoria can cause emotional distress, but support is available. |
| What are the benefits of online marriage counseling, and how can it help? Online marriage counseling aims to explore conflicts that are adversely affecting a relationship. Learn more about the benefits of this service and how to access it. |
| Public Health |
| Antibodies fight off the new coronavirus, but what do T cells do? In this Special Feature article, we explain what T cells are, their role in COVID-19, and how scientists are studying them. |
| Another existing drug shows promise against COVID-19 A recent molecular modeling study concludes that an existing drug, called Ebselen, blocks important enzymes necessary for SARS-CoV-2 to replicate. |
| Pulmonary System |
| Doctors who help with sleep apnea Doctors who can help with sleep apnea include somnologists, neurologists, and dentists. Here are the options for sleep apnea treatment. |
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