Lymphedema Treatment: Ready-to-Eat Chicken Recall Expanded

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Nearly 2 Million Pounds of Ready-to-Eat Chicken Recalled

Food Safety News—Since first issuing its recall notice on November 23rd, National Steak and Poultry company has now increased the recall of ready-to-eat chicken products to include more than 1.9 million pounds of meat.

Poverty Reduces Life Expectancy About 10 Years

FOX News—A new study shows that the wealthiest people in the United States live an average of seven to 10 years longer than the poorest people. Lower life expectancies in the poor can be largely attributed to higher rates of smoking and obesity and the effects of childhood poverty.

Large Study Links Back Pain to Mental Health Issues

MNT—

People with chronic back pain are more likely to also have mental health problems like depression, anxiety, stress, and sleep deprivation, according to a new study. Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting about one out of every 10 people.

Cold or Flu? Here's How to Tell

Berkeley Wellness—

Many people wonder, this time of year, if what ails them is a cold or flu. It probably doesn't matter, since not much can be done about either one, but here's a guide to some general differences in their symptoms.

How Aging Affects Your Skin

Health After 50—

Aging affects the skin in ways you can't always see in the mirror. The normal aging process—combined with a lifetime of sun exposure—leads to skin that becomes thin, lax, and easier to tear, making it vulnerable to disorders and diseases and weakening its ability to protect you.