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- People With ADHD May Face Shorter Life ExpectancyThe life expectancy of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be significantly shorter than that of people who don’t have the disorder, a new study suggests.
- Wildfires and Mental Health: Community First, Then TherapyJust after a wildfire disaster, receiving good support from the community ranks high in aiding mental health, and opening up about feelings and frustrations should come when evacuees are ready, experts say.
- FDA Approves New Treatment for Advanced Breast CancerThe FDA has approved a new treatment for patients with a common form of breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body or cannot be surgically removed.
- New Drugs Offer Hope for People With High Lipoprotein(a) CholesterolThere is no approved treatment for high lipoprotein(a), but five drugs are in development, and last fall, two of them moved a step closer to consideration by the FDA.
- Medicare to Negotiate Lower Prices for Wegovy and OzempicMedicare will negotiate the prices of weight loss drugs Wegovy and Ozempic with drug companies, a move that could create big savings for seniors who take the drugs, the Biden administration announced Friday.
- Has Our Dementia Risk Doubled? Don’t Panic – Here’s What to DoRecent headlines suggest that up to 42% of people ages 55 and older face an eventual dementia diagnosis. But some experts have a follow-up message: Risk isn't the same as destiny, and there are ways to reduce it.
- Bridge RNAs: ‘Holy Grail’ in Next-Gen Gene Editing Tech?The breakthrough discovery of a powerful new gene editing tool called bridge RNAs has the potential to significantly advance gene therapy and usher in a new frontier in genome design, researchers say.
- FDA Approves Omvoh for Crohn’s DiseaseThe FDA has approved the drug Omvoh for treating adults with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease, a type of chronic inflammatory bowel disease.
- Cancer Risk for Younger Women Reaches 1 in 17Women under the age of 65 are more likely than men to be diagnosed with cancer, according to new data from the American Cancer Society.
- Red No. 3 Will Be Banned in Food, Candy, and Drinks by 2027A long controversial red food dye called FD&C Red No. 3 will finally be banned by the FDA.
- How to Avoid Overtreatment of Prostate CancerDespite a big increase in “watchful waiting” in the past 15 years, there’s a new study from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs health system shows that overtreatment of prostate cancer persists. Find out how to discuss your situation with your doctor.
- Gambling, Smartphones, and the Hijacking of Our BrainsGambling has always been risky, but we’re in a different world. Smartphones, sexy apps, and endless possibilities make wagering faster – and more addictive -- than ever.
- FDA Wants Nutritional Info on the Front of Packaged FoodsPackaged foods may soon be required to have disease-related nutritional information printed on the front.
- Flu, RSV, and Norovirus Are in Full Swing, While COVID LoomsMost U.S. states are reporting high or very high flu-like activity, while COVID-19 rates remain lower than this time last year.
- The Science of Swearing Will Make You Say, 'Wow, WTF!'A new study shows swearing during workouts can boost performance – but researchers say that’s just scratching the (effing) surface of profanity’s potential benefits.
- Your Protein Powder May Contain Harmful MetalsOver-the-counter protein powders have levels of lead and heavy metals like cadmium that exceed government food safety regulations, according to a report issued by the Clean Label Project, a consumer safety nonprofit.
- Calcium May Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk in WomenEvidence continues to mount showing that eating red meat and drinking alcohol increase the risk of colorectal cancer.
- Screen Use Again Tied to Preschoolers’ Sleep, Behavior IssuesNew research suggests that greater screen time is linked to greater sleep problems among preschoolers, and the two things are also linked to an increased risk of hyperactive behavior, attention issues, and emotional problems.
- Coffee’s Health Benefits May Be Limited to Morning Cups OnlyA morning cup of joe appears to be good for the heart, but it might be time to reconsider the afternoon coffee run.
- Why Your Body Loves Intense Exercise (Even if You Don’t)Pushing yourself a little harder – or a lot – offers life-changing benefits on a cellular level. Learn what’s going on inside and you’ll want to up the intensity.
- Louisiana Person Is First Bird Flu-Linked Death in U.S.A person in Louisiana exposed to bird flu by a backyard flock has died. This marks the first U.S. human death linked to H5N1 avian flu.
- New Therapy Brings Hope for Dry AMD Vision LossThe FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in adults over 55.
- Best Diets 2025: Mediterranean Diet Still Tops the RankingsThe Mediterranean diet has once again claimed the top spot in the annual Best Diets rankings from U.S. News & World Report, excelling in 12 of 21 categories.
- FDA Approves Zepbound for Obstructive Sleep Apneahe FDA has approved the first prescription drug, Zepbound, for treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults with obesity.
- FDA OKs First Treatment for Familial Chylomicronemia SyndromeThe FDA has approved olezarsen, a new drug that helps reduce high triglyceride levels in adults with a rare genetic condition called familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS).
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