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Partha Nandi, MD
Drinking Alcohol In Moderation Could Lower Risk For Heart Conditions, New Study Finds
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Drinking Alcohol In Moderation Could Lower Risk For Heart Conditions, New Study Finds

ByPartha Nandi, MD

A study out of the UK finds that drinking moderate amounts of alcohol could be good for many heart conditions. However, one study in Japan linked even just a little bit of alcohol to increased cancer risk. So, the jury is still out on how beneficial or detrimental alcohol can be on your overall health….

The Benefits of Playing Music Help Your Brain More Than Any Other Activity
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The Benefits of Playing Music Help Your Brain More Than Any Other Activity

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Music has powerful effects on our brains. It doesn’t matter if it’s hip-hop, R&B, jazz, electronic, or classical. If you like what’s playing, you’ll feel good and improve your mood. And, according to new research, musical training could help improve your focus. Music and Attention Researchers looked at 18 professional musicians who had been practicing…

‘Q Fever:’ What It Is, Who Was Affected, and How to Avoid It
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‘Q Fever:’ What It Is, Who Was Affected, and How to Avoid It

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Have you ever heard of ‘Q Fever’? Many haven’t, but a new study shows more patients had severe cases than anyone could have expected. What Is Q Fever? Short for ‘Query Fever’, it’s an infection caused by the bacteria Coxiella burnetii. It’s naturally found in cattle, sheep, and goats. So, the way people can become…

The Herbal Drug Kratom Has Been Linked to Almost 100 Deaths
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The Herbal Drug Kratom Has Been Linked to Almost 100 Deaths

ByPartha Nandi, MD

The over-the-counter herbal drug Kratom found itself in the headlines once again in April 2019. It was linked to a nationwide salmonella outbreak in 2018 and caused 91 overdose deaths between July 2016 and December 2017, according to the CDC. Though this may sound like a low number, it’s important to compare it to the…

Working Long Hours Increases Risk of Stroke by 45 Percent, New Study Says
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Working Long Hours Increases Risk of Stroke by 45 Percent, New Study Says

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Americans work hard. For many, this is a source of pride and accomplishment. But working long hours habitually could put your health at risk. A study published in AHA Journals in June 2019 shows that working 10 hours or more per day could increase your risk of a stroke. A stroke is when blood a…

A Rising Number of Deaths Linked to Vaping Leads to Call for Immediate Ban
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A Rising Number of Deaths Linked to Vaping Leads to Call for Immediate Ban

ByPartha Nandi, MD

As a parent and a physician, it’s been difficult to watch so many young people getting addicted to these products. And I think that’s the driving force behind the position of the American Medical Association (AMA). Their goal is to stop yet another generation of addicts dependent on unhealthy products. So they’re working to keep…

Here’s What Getting Less Than 7 Hours of Sleep a Night Can Do to You
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Here’s What Getting Less Than 7 Hours of Sleep a Night Can Do to You

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Sleep is brain food that is vital for good health. Not only does it affect our energy levels, but also our ability to think, pay attention, make decisions, and be productive. And a new study found sleep can also affect our ability to lose weight. How Is Sleep-Related To Weight Loss? Researchers evaluated almost 2,000…

One Person Has Died and Eight More Hospitalized Due to Salmonella Linked to Ground Beef
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One Person Has Died and Eight More Hospitalized Due to Salmonella Linked to Ground Beef

ByPartha Nandi, MD

What Strain Of Salmonella Was Found? The strain in question is called Salmonella Dublin. It is a dangerous bacteria that can cause serious disease and even death in cattle. It is less severe for humans but can lead to bloodstream infections and long hospital stays. Numbers are on the rise and infection can be difficult…