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Lack of sleep is harming health care workers–and their patients

Many people often assume that health care providers are healthier than the general population. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, has shined a concerning light on the the physical and mental health of health care workers—and their lack of sleep. Poor sleep can harm well-being—it’s been shown to be a strong risk factor for cognitive decline and […]

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Diabetes, High Blood Pressure Raise Odds of COVID Harming Brain

MONDAY, Nov. 30, 2020 — COVID-19 patients with high blood pressure or diabetes may be more likely to develop critical neurological complications, including bleeding in the brain and stroke, according to an ongoing study. University of Pennsylvania researchers studied COVID-19 patients who had a head CT scan or MRI within their health system between January […]

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Is the Pandemic Harming Kids’ Mental Health?

FRIDAY, Nov. 13, 2020 (HealthDay) — Since last April, hospital emergency rooms across the United States have seen a sustained surge in visits related to the mental health of school-aged kids, a new report reveals. The findings suggest the COVID-19 pandemic is taking a toll on children because of disruptions to their everyday life, anxiety […]