Health

How severe, ongoing stress can affect a child’s brain

The safe spaces, quiet times and breathing exercises for her and the other preschoolers at the Verner Center for Early…

July 13, 2017

Science Says: Not all cancers need treatment right away

A surgeon performs robotic prostate surgery on a patient in Chicago. According to a new report, long-term results comparing different…

July 12, 2017

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Opioid prescribing is falling in the U.S., but not everywhere

A new government report finds opioid prescription rates have been falling in recent years overall, but rising in more than…

July 11, 2017

Health

Mercy named among top hospitals for heart-attack treatment

Durango Herald file The award recognizes Mercyâ€™s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart-attack patients…

July 10, 2017

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Durango Public Library to host health talks

du1-i-syn “Adults on the Go: Managing Stress through Mindfulness, Nutrition and Movement” will be offered from 6 to 7:30 p.m.…

July 9, 2017

Health

Not reaching your wellness goals? Take a look at your nighttime routine

Journal file Why does it matter? When you create an ideal nighttime routine, it is far more likely that your…

July 4, 2017

Health

Mercy to offer free class about how to manage prediabetes

Mercy Regional Medical CenterDurango Herald file Instructors Sheena Carswell and Marge Morris will give attendees information about how to manage…

July 2, 2017

Health

Hints of some steps that may boost brain health in old age

There are no proven ways to stave off mental decline or dementia, but a new report says there are hints…

June 27, 2017

Health

Drug shows promise against vision-robbing disease in seniors

A microscopic image of a retina shows damage by the so-called “dry” form of age-related macular degeneration. An experimental drug…

June 25, 2017

Health

Attorney to offer legal consultations for seniors

Durango Herald file Edwards will discuss legal issues, such as living wills, advance directives and estate planning with eligible seniors.…

June 24, 2017

Health

Osteoporosis prevention talk to be offered at fairgrounds

Durango Herald file The presentation is free and open to all. Comments and questions are encouraged. For more information, email…

June 24, 2017

Health

No longer the hot new thing? Teen vaping falls, study says

A large government survey suggests the number of U.S. high school and middle school students using electronic cigarettes fell to…

June 23, 2017

Health

Few opioid-addicted youth get standard treatment medication

Vivitrol at an addiction treatment center in Joliet, Ill. A new study finds only 1 in 4 teens and young…

June 22, 2017

Health

Flu vaccine ineffective for people 65 and older last winter

U.S. health officials released new estimates showing the previous winter’s flu vaccine was ineffective in protecting older Americans against the…

June 21, 2017

Health

Shootings kill or injure at least 19 U.S. children each day

A gun involved in the accidental shooting of a 3-year-old in Jefferson, Ga. Shootings kill or injure at least 19…

June 20, 2017

Health

Climb Out of the Darkness to highlight maternal mental health

Durango event will be held June 25

June 18, 2017

Health

Class to train cottage-food, egg producers about safety, more

Durango Herald file Requirements for a cottage-food business will be covered, including food safety, safe-food handling, cross-contamination and cross-contact of…

June 18, 2017

Health

Herbal first-aid class to be held in Bayfield

du1-i-syn Local herbalists Kate Brunner, Kate Husted and Zita Xavier will speak about herbs for summer homes and adventure first-aid…

June 17, 2017

Health

Mercy named to 100 Great Community Hospitals list

Durango Herald file The list recognizes quality, patient satisfaction and overall excellence. To view the complete list, visit http://bit.ly/2qWO9oV.

June 17, 2017

Health

Drones carrying defibrillators could aid heart emergencies

A drone at a testing site in Lincoln, Neb. An experimental study in Sweden suggests drones equipped with heart defibrillators…

June 14, 2017

Health

Obesity rising in nations rich and poor, especially in kids

Obese patients wash their plates after lunch at the Aimin Fat Reduction Hospital in Tianjin, China. The hospital uses a…

June 13, 2017

Health

Southwest Health EMS gets new ambulance

Color scheme is a nod to earlier ambulances

June 12, 2017

Health

FDA asks drugmaker to stop selling its opioid painkiller

The FDA said it has asked Endo Pharmaceuticals to stop selling its reformulated, extended-release painkiller, Opana ER.Associated Press file The…

June 10, 2017

Health

LifeCare to offer program for those with dementia

du1-i-syn People interested in the program can learn more at a meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, at Cortez…

June 10, 2017