Elderly heart attack victims urged to resume sex, says NIH
The National Institute on Aging advises seniors that most heart attack survivors can and should resume sexual activity 12 to 16 weeks after the event, depending on conditioning, and that an active sex life may reduce future risk. Stroke victims are also encouraged, as sex rarely harms physical function or triggers another stroke, the NIH publication states.
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The report highlights gradual slowing of response in men, potential reversibility with treatment, and diabetes as a cause of impotence though control may restore potency. Prostatectomy is noted to rarely affect potency, while excessive alcohol use is described as a widespread drug related cause of sexual problems.
Inhaled Baby Powder Linked to Infant Health Risks
New York AP reports pediatric poison control physician Dr. Howard Morenson warns inhaled powder can trigger coughing vomiting or pneumonia in infants. In six months 92 cases reported. 40 cases in early 80s. Most incidents occur during diaper changes as babies tip powder into mouths. All involved recovered. study notes most victims under 2 and many bottle fed. Johnson & Johnson defends safety and tradition of powder use.
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Public backs higher sin taxes on cigarettes and drinks
An AP-NBC News poll of 1,598 adults finds 52 percent favor raising federal cigarette taxes and 55 percent back higher alcoholic beverage taxes. The Senate Budget Committee has proposed increases that would lift cigarette prices by 8 cents per pack and liquor by 10.50 dollars per gallon, with broader effects for beer and wine.
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