Cataracts | Quitting Drugs | Heart Health & Spirituality | Long COVID | Child Obesity

National Institutes of Health (NIH) sent this bulletin at 09/29/2022 03:00 PM EDT

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Cloudy Vision?

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Are you having trouble seeing when you read, drive, or do other daily activities? See if cataracts could be the cause. (From NIH News in Health)

Why Are Drugs So Hard To Quit?

This video shows why many people find it difficult to stop using drugs and how research can help people find prevention and treatment options that work for them. (From NIH’s NIDA)

Spirituality, Religion Linked To Heart Health Among Black Americans

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Religion and spirituality were associated with improved heart health in a study of Black Americans. (From NIH Research Matters)

Long COVID

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While many people recover fully within a few days or weeks after having COVID-19, others have symptoms that linger. Find out what you should know about this puzzling condition.

Child Obesity Awareness Month

Get tips to help children make healthy food choices and stay physically active. (From NIH’s NIDDK)

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