Lymphedema Treatment: Sleep Drug May Curb Overeating

Daily Dose

Sleep Drug May Help Fight Food Addiction

MNT—

According to a recent study, modafinil—a drug approved to treat sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, shift work disorder, and narcolepsy—shows promise for obesity fueled by an addiction to food. Researchers found the drug reduces impulsive behavior.

Carrie Fisher Dies Following Heart Attack

Medical Daily—

Carrie Fisher—beloved actress and Star War's Princess Leia—died on Tuesday, December 27th after suffering a heart attack four days earlier. Fisher, who was 60 years old, had fought years of addiction and discussed her drug problems, as well as her battle with bipolar disorder, openly.

How the Rise of Fake News Started

Vocativ—

"Fake news"—hoax websites, dramatic or shocking headline links written primarily to get people to click on them, deceptive images, poor reporting and misinformation—has been portrayed as a new problem that exploded in recent months, largely due to social media, political bias, and the election. But fake news actually dates back to the 1950s—with the UFO craze—and its rise began, at least in part, with the alternative medicine movement in the Western World—long before Twitter and online ad programs.

Ginger: A Folk Remedy Put to the Test

Berkeley Wellness—

Like many herbs and plant-derived foods, ginger does great things in the lab (in animals or isolated human cells), but its proven medicinal effects, in real life, remain limited. Studies usually use ginger extracts, which can vary in their chemical composition. Fresh or powdered, pickled or candied, ginger adds a unique zest to any dish.

7 Infections That Can Land You in the ER

Health After 50—

A study in the January 2016 issue of the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that in 2012 infectious diseases accounted for more than 3 million ER visits by older adults. Knowing the symptoms of infection and seeking prompt medical care before it worsens is the first step toward avoiding a hospital visit. Be aware of the following infectious diseases and their warning signs.