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Author: Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAY

News

Grip strength: Why your doctor should be checking this key ‘vital sign’ at your next visit

February 2, 2023February 2, 2023Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Grip strength: Why your doctor should be checking this key ‘vital sign’ at your next visit

A new study adds to the existing available research that doctors should also be assessing their patient’s grip strength.

Life

After Damar Hamlin, CPR making the news: What you need to know about this life-saving skill

January 19, 2023Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on After Damar Hamlin, CPR making the news: What you need to know about this life-saving skill

CPR can save someone’s life, like it did for Damar Hamlin. But do you know how to do it? Here are four things to know about CPR and cardiac arrest.

Life

Shallow water blackout can kill you. Here’s what you need to understand.

January 12, 2023Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Shallow water blackout can kill you. Here’s what you need to understand.

Shallow water blackout is a dangerous phenomenon that can lead to death. Here’s what you need to know.

Life

Ditch the multivitamins and take a cold shower: New Year wellness resolutions for 2023

January 5, 2023January 5, 2023Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Ditch the multivitamins and take a cold shower: New Year wellness resolutions for 2023

Ditch the multivitamins, take a cold shower and get plenty of exercise – your New Year wellness resolutions are here for 2023.

Life

Is strep throat everywhere? It may seem that way. What you need to know.

December 29, 2022December 30, 2022Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Is strep throat everywhere? It may seem that way. What you need to know.

Here’s what you need to know about strep throat and how to stay safe this winter as viral infections increase, especially in kids.

Life

Can drinking both coffee and tea save your life? And more research you need to know about.

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Can drinking both coffee and tea save your life? And more research you need to know about.

Does drinking more coffee and tea reduce your risk of dying? Can you reduce your blood pressure by doing breathing exercises?

Life

The ER or urgent care? How to know where to go when you get sick.

December 9, 2022Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on The ER or urgent care? How to know where to go when you get sick.

While every situation varies, here are some basic guidelines to help you decide when to go to urgent care, the ER or your primary care doctor.

Life

Chris Hemsworth discovered he is at high-risk for Alzheimer’s Disease: Should you get screened?

December 1, 2022Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Chris Hemsworth discovered he is at high-risk for Alzheimer’s Disease: Should you get screened?

Chris Hemsworth is taking a step back from acting after genetic testing revealed his Alzheimer’s disease predisposition. Should you get screened?

Life

Avoid a trip to the ER on Thanksgiving: 5 things you need to know to stay safe, healthy

November 22, 2022Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Avoid a trip to the ER on Thanksgiving: 5 things you need to know to stay safe, healthy

Here are five things to keep in mind this Thanksgiving. Is your flu shot up-to-date? And do you know the signs of choking?

Life

Study shows meditation can reduce anxiety just as well as medication: What you need to know

November 17, 2022April 17, 2023Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAYComments Off on Study shows meditation can reduce anxiety just as well as medication: What you need to know

A new study provides solid evidence that meditation is as effective as daily medication for those suffering anxiety disorder. Here’s what to know.

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At 61, Meg Ryan is the lead in a new rom-com. That shouldn’t be such a rare thing.

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College professor harassed students to quench ‘clown fetish,’ offering extra credit, cash

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