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Influence of social determinants of health and emotional health factors on female sexual health [Women's health]

Annals of Family Medicine

Persistent and distressful sexual problems are defined as female sexual dysfunction (FSD),, which can increase the risk of physical and emotional health problems. However, SDOH variables such as marital status, education level, transportation and housing did not show significant impact. and 250 had an FSDS ≥11.

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Examining mobility patterns and social health of older Canadians living at home to inform decision aids about housing [Social determinants and vulnerable populations]

Annals of Family Medicine

GPS shows the means of transportation was mostly car (n=9) and walking (n=5), while 2 participants used the bus. The average distance travelled per person was 186.9 km (±130.4), and average per day was 16.8 km (±29.8). Daily journals showed that participants typically travelled alone.

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Virtual Reality Training Module May Aid Infection Control Efforts

Physician's Weekly

Participants praised the high-fidelity environment and the ability to interact with objects in the space, while 29 percent reported negative physical sensations (headaches, eye strain, dizziness, nausea) and challenges with blurry vision (54.8 While roughly half still reported negative physical sensations (45.5

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Why are So Many Teens and 20-Somethings Today Anxiety-Ridden?

Doctor Rachel

Couch Potato Kids: All humans are physiologically designed to be active, and young people, at their physical peak, should be the most active at all. Suggestion 4: While living at home, require that your teen or young person care for their physical, nutritional, financial and transportation needs in whatever ways they are capable of.

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Prostate Cancer: Unmasking the Risk and Reality

East Cary Family Physicians

It’s responsible for producing seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm. Regular Exercise: Engage in physical activity to maintain a healthy weight and overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll delve into the basics of prostate cancer, from understanding the risks to exploring preventive strategies.

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What to Expect Before, During, and after a Carotid Endarterectomy

Vascular Physician

Be sure to follow your health care provider's recommendations for physical activity restrictions and gradually reintroduce normal activities. Your healthcare provider will also schedule follow-up appointments and prescribe any new prescriptions you may need. It is also important to be aware of potential complications following your surgery.

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What to know about High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

Blood pressure is the pressure of blood “pushing against the walls of your arteries” As blood rushes from your heart to other organs, it helps to replenish nutrients and transport oxygen. Too low of a blood pressure could be fatal for these organs and on the flip side, too high of a blood pressure is also fatal.