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- Daily Dark Chocolate: A Sweet Way to Reduce Diabetes Risk? When facing the choice between milk and dark chocolate, yet another study suggests that reaching for dark chocolate is likely the more beneficial option.
- Migraine Patients Are Not Exaggerating Their SymptomsMigraine is often misunderstood, with many people facing stigma due to the invisible nature of the illness. Effective treatment is essential for managing migraine attacks, but education and support from the public and medical community are also crucial for validating the experiences of those affected.
- Wegovy vs. Zepbound: New Data Declares a WinnerPeople taking the weight loss drug Zepbound experienced dramatically greater weight loss than competitor Wegovy in the first head-to-head trial.
- Midlife Belly Fat May Be Tied to Early Signs of DementiaHaving belly fat during your 40s and 50s may be a sign that the brain is already becoming sick and shrinking, increasing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease later in life.
- How Infidelity Hurts the Body as Much as the MindBeing cheated on can inflict deep psychological hurt – and in some cases can also trigger life-altering physical health issues. Here’s what to know.
- Weight Loss Drugs Linked to Decreased Alcohol Use Taking weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound can help people cut back on what they eat and also on what they drink – including alcohol.
- FDA Approves New SVT Drug for Critical Care UseThe FDA has approved Rapiblyk, a new drug to treat irregular heartbeats in critically ill hospitalized patients with severe supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), including atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter.
- White House Wants Medicare, Medicaid to Cover GLP-1 DrugsIn its announcement, the Biden administration called anti-obesity medicines “life-saving drugs,” noting that they can also prevent diabetes.
- First Bird Flu Case in a Child Reported in CaliforniaA child in California has been infected with bird flu. It’s the first case of H5N1 influenza in a minor, and the number of human infections in the U.S. this year has now reached 55, according to the CDC.
- FDA Approves New Drug for Life-Threatening Heart ConditionThe FDA has approved Attruby, a new oral treatment that helps reduce heart-related deaths and hospital visits among adults with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, or ATTR-CM.
- Bird Flu Fears Spark Recall of Raw Milk in CaliforniaCalifornia health officials are urging people to steer clear of a specific batch of raw milk after tests found it may contain the bird flu virus.
- Bird Flu and Thanksgiving: Is Turkey Still on the Table?As the H5N1 virus infects more people nationwide, here’s what you need to know.
- FDA Approves New Targeted Treatment for Biliary Tract CancerThe FDA has approved a new drug, zanidatamab, for adults with advanced biliary tract cancer, or BTC. Marketed under the brand name Ziihera, it is a first-of-a-kind treatment for patients with HER2-positive cancer that has spread or can't be removed by surgery after prior treatment.
- Over 160,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled for E. coli RiskWolverine Packing Co. of Detroit has recalled about 167,277 pounds of ground beef products because of possible E. coli contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced.
- The Fascinating Reason Winter Doesn’t Have to Feel So GrimA group of researchers is drawing scientific attention to “seasonal psychology,” revealing useful new ways to improve your mental and physical health, especially in winter.
- FDA Approves Bimzelx for Hidradenitis SuppurativaThe FDA has approved Bimzelx for adults with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) or acne inversa, a type of chronic skin inflammation that affects about 1 in 100 people.
- Staying Home Is the New Normal: 4 Ways It Impacts Your HealthA look at the trends gives you an opportunity to evaluate your own habits and live healthier.
- Breast Cancer Community Finds Safe Haven on RedditPatients and survivors of breast cancer are finding valuable emotional support on Reddit, where they share advice, vent frustrations, and offer solidarity. Research shows that social support – whether through online communities, professional resources, or peer networks – can greatly reduce the stress, anxiety, and unanswered questions and concerns that can come with a breast cancer diagnosis.
- Most U.S. Adults Plan to Skip Annual COVID VaccinesAbout 6 in 10 people say they probably won’t get an updated shot this year, despite the CDC’s recommendation that everyone do so, according to results of a new survey from the Pew Research Center.
- First-in-Class Leukemia Treatment Approved by FDAThe FDA has approved a new drug called revumenib that can be taken orally to treat acute leukemia in patients 1 year or older. The drug will be marketed under the brand name Revuforj.
- Yes, There Is a Secret Formula for Weight Loss. This Is ItThe critical key to weight loss success? Sustainability. No single diet or plan works for everybody, but a secret formula does exist – and it’s unique to you.
- Why You’re Probably Eligible for Ozempic or WegovyMore than half of U.S. adults now qualify to take semaglutide, the popular diabetes and weight loss drug sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy.
- First Brain-Injected Gene Therapy Approved by FDAThe FDA has granted fast-track approval for a groundbreaking gene therapy indicated for a rare genetic disorder called aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency.
- New E. coli Outbreak: Check Your Fridge for These Carrots Recalled carrots sold at stores nationwide, including Trader Joe’s and Wegmans, now linked to one death and 39 illnesses.
- Experts Warn Against DIY Devices for Mental HealthTranscranial direct current stimulation devices allow patients to connect electrodes to their head in order to treat depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
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