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Controlling flare - ups of eczema symptoms may help reduce the risk of problems such as sleep disturbance, but heart disease and other conditions may develop due to eczema's long - term effects on the body, Silverberg said.

For instance, African - Americans face an increased risk of problems such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke and an infant mortality rate twice that of whites.

When you wear these socks during pregnancy, you can reduce the risk of problems such as varicose veins, swelling, edema, pain, and DVT.

An uncircumcised penis (that has the foreskin intact), just as a penis that is circumcised should be kept clean to reduce the risk of problems such as infection.

Not exact matches

Every rollout has issues, but planning can mitigate the risk of costly problems, so prepare to solve issues immediately, such as increasing supply if demand is higher than expected.

So with such a range of problems today — not to mention the severe risks down the road — what's stopping Carney from acting?

CAR - T treatments, including competing products from Novartis rivals Kite Pharma and Juno Therapeutics, come with the risk of potentially deadly side effects such as cytokine - release syndrome (CRS), in which a glut of T - cell - assisting cytokines can cause high fever, low blood pressure, and problems with lung oxygenation.

Seekers — the companies posting the problems — enlist platforms such as InnoCentive to tap an otherwise unreachable pool of experts and to take the financial risk out of research and development.

Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to achieve our financial, strategic and operational plans or initiatives; our ability to predict and manage medical costs and price effectively and develop and maintain good relationships with physicians, hospitals and other health care providers; the impact of modifications to our operations and processes; our ability to identify potential strategic acquisitions or transactions and realize the expected benefits of such transactions, including with respect to the Merger; the substantial level of government regulation over our business and the potential effects of new laws or regulations or changes in existing laws or regulations; the outcome of litigation, regulatory audits, investigations, actions and / or guaranty fund assessments; uncertainties surrounding participation in government - sponsored programs such as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects on the businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger; as well as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com as well as on Express Scripts» most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to achieve our financial, strategic and operational plans or initiatives; our ability to predict and manage medical costs and price effectively and develop and maintain good relationships with physicians, hospitals and other health care providers; the impact of modifications to our operations and processes; our ability to identify potential strategic acquisitions or transactions and realize the expected benefits of such transactions, including with respect to the Merger; the substantial level of government regulation over our business and the potential effects of new laws or regulations or changes in existing laws or regulations; the outcome of litigation, regulatory audits, investigations, actions and / or guaranty fund assessments; uncertainties surrounding participation in government - sponsored programs such as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects on the businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger; as well as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com as well as on Express Scripts» most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.such transactions, including with respect to the Merger; the substantial level of government regulation over our business and the potential effects of new laws or regulations or changes in existing laws or regulations; the outcome of litigation, regulatory audits, investigations, actions and / or guaranty fund assessments; uncertainties surrounding participation in government - sponsored programs such as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects on the businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger; as well as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com as well as on Express Scripts» most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.such as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects on the businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger; as well as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com as well as on Express Scripts» most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.com.

Third and finally, the traditional story misses the real function of private banks, which is to solve an information problem in the purest Hayekian senses. That is, banks are or should be specialists in risk assessment and risk taking. They should know their client, understand the local market and have their pulse on the broad economy. Arguably, if properly structured, they can and should do this better than other entities such as governments. In other words, the proper role of banks should be underwriting — lend money, hold the debt, and bear the risk. Which is a long - winded way of getting to the main point of this post.

The greatest risk was that large debtors such as Italy and Greece would take the political step of leaving the Euro to adopt new currencies, so they could devalue and have their central banks print the money to «fix» their problems.

No problems from credit - card losses of this kind have yet been reported, however, and the card - issuing banks are fully able to price or quantitatively limit such a risk.

The problem with such a risk profile is that it is very similar to an investment in equities, where investors accept much less security for the upside of an ownership stake in the business.

The role of regulators increasingly extends beyond conducting examinations and includes sharing data - driven expertise with their regulatory counterparts domestically or abroad to achieve their common goals of protecting investors, preventing problems (such as risk from hedge funds entering the commercial banking space) and facilitating smooth resolution of known issues.

This isn't a problem for investors with long time horizons (say 10 + years to retirement) or large enough portfolios to live entirely off dividends, but if your portfolio is small and you need to periodically sell shares to fund living expenses (such as with the 4 % rule), then this short to medium - term risk is something to be aware of as you think about portfolio diversification.

Obviously the problem is a complex one, for relational power involves risk taking, and national leaders may legitimately feel that they have no right to take such risks with the life of the nation.

Theological and philosophical systems such as Hegel's run the risk of obscuring this crucial problem by making it seem an objective matter capable of a universal solution, rather than a subjective one that each person must confront.

«Low - intensity conflicts,» «risk - taking,» «management of power,» «instrument of policy»: such language suggests an encounter group dealing with personal problems or a union - management negotiation.

New research suggests that regular consumption of chocolate may weaken bone density and strength, which in turn could increase the risk of health problems such as osteoporosis and fracture.

The heart - healthy Omega - 3 fat found in salmon is associated with a decreased risk of cardiovascular problems, such as heart attacks, strokes, heart arrhythmias, high blood pressure, and high triglycerides circulating in the blood.

Obese children and adolescents have a greater risk of social and psychological problems, such as discrimination and poor self - esteem.

By following the dietary patterns recommended in the Guidelines, we will get enough of the nutrients essential for good health and also help reduce our risk of chronic health problems such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers and obesity.

But it places athletes at a high risk for burn - out later in life, which can prevent them from maintaining healthy habits into adulthood and steering clear of problems such as obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.

In addition, delayed identification increases the risk of long - term problems such as early dementia, depression, more rapid aging of the brain, or of the devastating degenerative neurological condition known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy or CTE (although medical science has not come close to quantifying that risk).

«The findings concerning identification and reporting,» said the authors of a 2013 study, [17] are particularly alarming given the growing body of both short - term and long - term issues associated with concussive injuries, such as psychological issues, school - related problems, increased risk of subsequent concussions and potential quality - of - life issues associated with concussions.»

provide essential nutrients and sustenance, it also greatly reduces the risk of a baby developing health problems such as gastroenteritis, asthma, diabetes and obesity.

Formula feeding risks include increased episodes of gastrointestinal infections, respiratory disease and chronic diseases / conditions such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, cancers, lower IQ and more neurological problems.

If your baby were to be born this week, he or she would have a survival rate of at least 85 % with the assistance of intensive care, but would be at risk for numerous medical problems including more serious ones such as cerebral palsy.

Pitocin increases the risk of other interventions, such as IV fluids and cesarean section, which are associated with breastfeeding problems.

Such babies face the highest risk of health problems that could best be countered by starting life on breast milk.

Breast milk reduces the risk of common infections, such as ear infections, respiratory problems, diarrhea and urinary tract infection.

From the file of Rather Obvious News, this study from the University of Michigan Medical School: children who consume foods purchased from school vending machines, school stores, snack bars and other sales that compete with the federal school lunch program are «more likely to develop poor diet quality — and that may be associated with being overweight, obese or at risk for chronic health problems such as diabetes and coronary artery disease.»

While it's true that some CPM's are quite experienced and well trained — one of my homebirth midwives was one such example (a nursing background, many years of training, decades of experience, appropriate screening and strict risking out criteria), the problem is: how does one tell the difference between a competent CPM and an incompetent one?

Inadequate weight gain is associated with a higher risk of problems, such as low birth weight and preterm birth, while excessive weight gain is linked to problems including gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, c - sections, and weight retention after pregnancy.

In another recent study, newborns at high risk for developing abnormal stress responses showed no evidence of such problems at 7 months — not if their mothers reported giving their babies lots of caresses (Sharp et al 2012).

A baby is at higher risk of suffocating in a baby sling if he or she was born prematurely or with a low birth weight or has breathing problems, such as a cold.

Social and emotional problems in young children can be traced to mothers» prenatal health, 1,2 parents» caregiving3, 4 and their life - course (such as the timing of subsequent pregnancies, employment, welfare dependence).5, 6 Home visiting programs that address these antecedent risks and protective factors may reduce social and emotional problems in children.

The psychosocial outcome receiving the most attention from researchers is problem behaviour, with most studies finding perceived negative reactivity in infancy to predict problem behaviour in childhood33, 34 and adolescent.35 Specifically, infants prone to high levels of fear, frustration, and sadness, as well as difficulty recovering from such distress, were found to be at increased risk for internalizing and externalizing problem behaviours according to parental and / or teacher report.

As a result, the baby is born prematurely and at risk for a range of health problems such as immature, underdeveloped lungs, difficulty in the regulation of body temperature, impaired feeding, and impacted weight gain.

Various problems are linked to such addictive practices, such as a higher risk of miscarriage, birth defects, premature birth, still birth and low weight birth, if you smoke.

Numerous conditions render a pregnancy «high - risk», and the attempt to control for them all led to a model containing 27 covariates, which introduced the possibility of statistical problems such as collinearity.

And while the science may be disputed, depending on who is funding the study, as to whether commonly used food dyes such as Yellow 5, Red 40 and 6 others made from petroleum pose a «rainbow of risks» that include hyperactivity in children, cancer (in animal studies), and allergic reactions, because of the problem of hyperactivity, the Center for Science in the Public Interest petitioned the Food and Drug Administration to ban the use of these dyes given that the British government and European Unionhave taken actions that are virtually ending their use of dyes throughout Europe.

You may also want to see a pediatric dentist early if your child has a medical condition that puts him at risk of having dental problems, such as Down Syndrome.

In such cases, your health care provider will confirm that your baby's gestational age is at least 39 weeks or older before induction to reduce the risk of health problems for your baby.

Any condition that increases the chance of severe blood loss (hemorrhage) or low blood pressure during childbirth, such as being pregnant with multiples or having a problem with the placenta, can increase your risk of Sheehan's syndrome.

This redistribution of DHA is essential to ensure optimal fetal brain, eye, immune and nervous system development but can leave the mother depleted and at risk for problems associated with essential fatty acids deficiency, such as post partum depression.

The importance of using ready to feed infant formula was discussed, along with the problems that still exist (such as increased risk of infection and the need to have clean utensils to get the formula into babies) and the problems it creates.

Obese children and adolescents have a greater risk of social and psychological problems, such as discrimination and poor self - esteem.

It may also lessen the risk of other problems in the newborn baby, such as cleft lip and palate or heart and urinary tract defects.

Going to bed with a calm state of mind can reduce the risk and frequency of common sleeping problems such as nightmares, sleep walking and night terrors.