Welcome, here are Medical News Todayâs headlines for August 25, 2020. |
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| Allergy |
| Causes of a red circle on the skin other than ringworm A red, circular rash may not stem from ringworm. It may instead result from eczema, an allergic reaction, psoriasis, or other issues. Learn more here. |
| Back Pain |
| 8 of the best body pillows and their benefits Body pillows may help people with back pain or who are pregnant sleep more comfortably. Here are eight of the best body pillows available. |
| Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery |
| Medicare and plastic surgery: What to know There are different types of plastic surgery and Medicare may cover the costs if the procedure is medically necessary. Read on for more. |
| Dermatology |
| Do ingrown toenails go away? Home care, causes, and symptoms Ingrown toenails occur when the toenails grow into the skin beside the nail. Although they do not go away without intervention, a person can usually treat them at home. |
| What to know about psoriatic arthritis In this article, learn about the potential causes of psoriatic arthritis, as well as the possible symptoms and treatment options. |
| Health Insurance / Medical Insurance |
| How do I check on my Medicare application? When a person applies to Medicare, they get a number to check their application status, which they can do online or at their local Social Security office. |
| Hypertension |
| Does Medicare cover blood pressure monitors? Medicare does not cover blood pressure monitors that are for home use. Monitoring by a healthcare professional is covered. Read more here. |
| Pregnancy / Obstetrics |
| How long does implantation bleeding last? Symptoms and treatments How long implantation bleeding lasts can differ from person to person. It is usually lighter and shorter than a typical period. Learn more here. |
| Public Health |
| COVID-19: Children may have a higher viral load than adults Scientists find children to have a higher viral load than adults who had been hospitalized with COVID-19 and make new make public health recommendations. |
| Rehabilitation / Physical Therapy |
| Physical therapy using CBD oil Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound found in the cannabis sativa plant that may have beneficial effects if people take it alongside physical therapy. |
| Seniors / Aging |
| Top CBD products for older adults Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound in the cannabis plant that may have health benefits. Some CBD products may be more suitable for older adults. Learn more here. |
| Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia |
| New therapy may 'dramatically' reduce sleep paralysis events A small-scale study of people with narcolepsy suggests that meditation-relaxation therapy can benefit those who experience sleep paralysis. |
| Medical myths: How much sleep do we need? In this Special Feature, we investigate five myths associated with sleep. Among other questions, we ask whether sleep deprivation truly can be fatal. |
| 5 top CPAP machines for side sleepers CPAP machines are a common treatment for people with obstructive sleep apnea. There are some CPAP machines that may be more suitable for side sleepers. |
| Surgery |
| CPM machine: What to know A continuous passive motion (CPM) machine allows for joint movement after surgery. Learn about how CPM machines work, how they can help, and how to get one. |
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