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- What You Need to Know About Ultraprocessed FoodsAs nutrition researchers publish more studies about processed food and health issues, the takeaway seems clear: Processed food isn’t great for you, and the more processed it is, the worse it seems to be for you. At the same time, not all processed food is harmful, and scientists are still trying to understand the specific aspects to avoid.
- Low Alcohol Use Offers No Clear Health BenefitsDo people who drink alcohol in moderation have a greater risk of early death than people who abstain? For years, a drink or two a day appeared to be linked to health benefits. But recently, scientists pointed out flaws in some of the studies that led to those conclusions, and public health warnings have escalated recently that there may be no safe level of alcohol consumption.
- Shingles Vaccine Could Lead to Delay in DementiaThe newest shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of dementia better than the older version. Researchers found that Shingrix increased the length of time without shingles by nearly 20%.
- Twice-Yearly Injection Promises 100% HIV ProtectionA twice-yearly injection to prevent HIV could dramatically alter the course of an epidemic that has lead to the deaths of more than 40 million people since the 1980s. Here's what to know.
- What You Eat Linked to How Healthy You'll Be as You AgeThe eating habits you embrace in your 40s can significantly influence how you feel in your 70s and beyond – both physically and mentally.
- GLP-1s: Favored for Weight Loss, Fading for Diabetes UseGLP-1 medicines like Ozempic were intended to treat diabetes, but their weight loss-inducing effects swiftly caught the nation’s attention. Over the past decade, the proportion of people using them for weight loss has doubled, while the proportion of people taking GLP-1s to treat diabetes is declining.
- Menopausal Flood Brings Heavy Bleeding, But Help Is Out ThereMillions of women experience excessive menopausal bleeding during perimenopause, and many don’t seek help.
- Using Ozempic for 'Minor' Weight Loss: Fair or Foul?Ozempic is already sometimes difficult to find. Now those who are using to drop a few pounds are making it harder for those who need it.
- Treatable Condition Misdiagnosed as Dementia in Many CasesPatients with dementia may instead have a brain disorder that is the treatable cause of cognitive impairment often caused by cirrhosis.
- Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked to Sliced Deli MeatsTwo people have died from an outbreak of the bacteria listeria linked to deli-counter sliced meat, and dozens more have been sickened, prompting the CDC to urge people to take precautions with meat from deli counters at this time.
- Do I Have a Cold or COVID? Does It Matter?For many, symptoms don’t last nearly as long as they once did. And some doctors are taking a more lenient approach to COVID testing – especially since tests are no longer free – saying they're OK with people who are mildly ill simply isolating until symptoms go away.
- Intense Exercise Boosts Seniors' Brain Health Long-TermEveryone knows that exercise helps both body and mind, but high-intensity interval training (HIIT) offers older adults an even greater boost for long-term brain health, compared to less intense workouts.
- Massive IT Outage Disrupting Hospital CareA global IT outage caused by a CrowdStrike software bug disrupted major hospital systems, leading to the cancellation of nonemergency medical procedures and appointments.
- Bacteria Found in Sealed Tattoo Ink BottlesTattoo ink tested from different manufacturers are contaminated with aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, including possibly pathogenic microorganisms, warn investigators.
- Long COVID Risk Has Dropped Since Start of PandemicYour chances of developing long COVID have significantly decreased since the pandemic began, offering a glimmer of hope and a sign of progress in our ongoing battle against the virus.
- Depression or Long COVID? Understanding the Overlapping SymptomsEmma Javits, a clinical counselor, thought her severe fatigue was due to depression, but after 3 years, she was diagnosed with long COVID. This realization came after numerous treatments for depression failed, highlighting how it can be hard to distinguish long COVID from mental health issues.
- Pooping More Than This (or Less) Could Raise Disease RiskBowel frequency can impact how your gut bacteria break down food, leading to byproducts that could harm your health over time, according to a new study.
- The Aging Brain: Is Decline Preventable?The changes can begin in middle age, but they’re not usually noticeable until decades later. By age 60 and beyond, the changes can pick up speed and may become obvious.
- Summer COVID Surge Nabs BidenThe summertime spread of COVID-19 is nowhere near ending, according to newly published numbers.
- White Noise for Babies: Sleep Aid or Potential Hazard?White noise helps babies sleep by masking disruptions, but researchers warn that long-term, high-volume exposure may cause developmental harm such as hearing loss and learning setbacks. Here's what to know.
- Ozempic May Protect Against Cognitive Decline and AddictionNew research suggests that taking Ozempic isn’t linked to an increased risk of 22 different brain or psychiatric disorders, ranging from dementia to drug addiction to depression and suicidality.
- Got a Zit? Eat Your SalmonEating salmon, sardines, and other fatty fish could be a promising way to help with acne troubles. These fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which a new study suggests can play a role in preventing and treating persistent acne.
- 7 Olympic Athletes, 7 Very Personal Motivation SecretsWe asked Paris athletes about their deepest motivations to excel – and had experts explain why they’re so effective.
- Almost 10% of Infected Pregnant People Develop Long COVIDPrevious research found other dangers for pregnant people who get COVID, such as a higher chance of hospitalization or death, or complications such as preterm birth.
- Most People Quit Weight Loss Drugs Within 2 Years More than 8 of 10 people who started taking drugs for weight loss stopped taking them within 2 years, according to a new analysis.
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