Treating young children repeatedly with antibiotics may disrupt the development of healthy bacteria inside their gut. These bacteria play a critical role in regulating metabolism and the immune system. Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital said it is not clear whether there are long-term consequences.
Sleep disorders may increase the risk for patients recovering from angioplasty. A study in the Journal of the American Heart Association followed more than 200 patients who had the procedure to open blocked arteries. Researchers found those with sleep disorders were at higher risk for heart attacks or strokes.
Coffee drinkers will be happy to hear that the World Health Organization no longer classifies it as a carcinogen. The agency said there is not enough evidence linking coffee to cancer. But researchers said very hot beverages can be a health risk. The high temperatures may be associated with injuries in the throat.
Sources
1- Science Translational Medicine
2- Journal of the American Heart Association
3- Lancet Oncology
