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GLP-1 drugs may help extremely obese patients qualify for weight-loss surgery
Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 medications could help extremely obese patients drop enough pounds to be eligible for bariatric surgery, a new study shows. Photo by Marie…
Major health organization makes startling heart disease prediction: ‘Near-perfect storm’
Heart disease has been the world’s No. 1 killer for over a century, and experts predict that it will become even more prevalent in the coming decades. A report this month…
Only 1 in 20 animal studies results in treatments approved for humans
Only 5% of therapies tested in animals wind up being approved by regulators for human use, according to a new analysis. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Animal…
Does sunscreen cause skin cancer? Doctors debunk claims gone wild on social media
Some claims on social media about sun safety have grown into a major misconception that sunscreen could cause skin cancer. Hundreds of creators, many on TikTok, have posted s…
Men eat more meat than women; gap widens in countries with gender equality
The gap in meat consumption between men and women widened as the sexes gained parity, a new study found. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News In countries where…
Tiger mosquitoes blamed for spread of dengue fever: ‘Most invasive species’
As dengue fever continues to spread throughout Europe, experts are blaming an invasive mosquito species as the culprit. Known as "tiger mosquitoes," the insects — of the…
Climate change linked to increased risk of heart disease worldwide
Extreme temperatures, hurricanes and other dangerous weather events all contribute to an increased risk of heart disease and heart-related death, researchers reported. Photo by…
FDA panel rejects MDMA-assisted therapies for PTSD despite high hopes from veterans
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). A…
Worst-exposed 9/11 responders may face higher risk of dementia before age 65
A new study found that the worst-exposed workers face much higher odds for dementia before the age of 65, compared to folks who worked onsite but either weren't exposed to dust…
Experimental Alzheimer’s drug gets FDA advisory panel’s thumbs-up: ‘Progress is happening’
An experimental Alzheimer’s drug, donanemab, was endorsed by a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel on Monday. Donanemab is designed to treat symptoms of…
More American adults turn to yoga for health
As Americans increasingly turn to alternative or complementary health approaches, yoga has seen the largest increases, researchers say. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
‘Reversing’ Alzheimer’s: Here are exercises to make the brain more resilient
Can Alzheimer’s disease be reversed? Dr. Heather Sandison, a renowned expert in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia care, believes that reversal isn’t just possible —…
Exercise in the evening may be best to control blood sugar
Exercise performed between 6 p.m. and midnight appeared to be better at controlling blood sugar levels all day long, according to a new study. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay…
Through new pilot project, medical marijuana could become more accessible to senior citizens
A new initiative dubbed The Commonwealth Project, based in Massachusetts, aims to integrate medical cannabis into traditional health care for seniors. "People 65 and over are…
Astronauts may experience immune system problems during spaceflight
On December 2, 2019, European Space Agency astronaut and current International Space Station Commander Luca Parmitano and crewmate Andrew Morgan (out of frame) performed the…
Gender dysphoria and eating disorders have skyrocketed since pandemic, report reveals: ‘Ripple effects’
Mental health diagnoses in children have skyrocketed since the COVID pandemic — led by gender dysphoria and eating disorders, according to a new report. LexisNexis Risk…
Study: High-dose general anesthesia doesn’t raise risk of delirium after surgery
A study of more than 1,000 patients who had heart surgery at four hospitals in Canada found that the amount of anesthesia used did not affect the risk of delirium after…
COVID-flu combo vaccine shows ‘positive’ results in phase 3 trials, Moderna says: A ‘two-for’ option
A combination COVID-influenza vaccine is apparently one step r to hitting the market. Moderna, which is developing the experimental vaccine, announced Monday that in phase 3…
Few Americans get recommended lung cancer screening
While rates overall are up slightly, fewer than 1 in 5 people who are eligible for lung cancer screening are up-to-date with it, according to the American Cancer Society-led…
Sunburn SOS: 7 tips to soothe your sun-damaged skin, according to a wellness expert
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