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Trendy ‘cortisol cocktail’ could melt stress and pounds away, influencers claim
A trendy drink making the rounds on social media, the "cortisol cocktail," is said to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the body. Influencers claim the non-alcoholic concoction can help reduce stress, improve energy…
Identifying headache type, trigger can help determine treatment
Experts say that identifying the type and trigger of headaches can help determine an effective treatment. Photo by Adobe Stock…
Hospital fires healthcare worker for controversial Charlie Kirk social media post
A healthcare worker in Virginia has been fired after making controversial comments about Charlie Kirk’s death. The individual is one of a growing number of employees who have been terminated or suspended due to violence-supporting…
Experts urge Americans to know the signs of sepsis
Despite 1.7 million sepsis cases and more than 350,000 deaths each year, experts say Americans don't know what sepsis is or how deadly it can be. Photo by Andrey…
New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer’s risk years before symptoms develop
Levels of iron in the brain could be a warning sign of future Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. High levels of the chemical element have been shown to increase brain toxins and trigger neurodegeneration, resulting in cognitive…
New brain stimulation method might help relieve depression
A new type of noninvasive brain stimulation may help people with moderate to severe depression feel better faster than standard treatments, researchers said. Photo by…
Common heart drug doubles as off-label anxiety aid, driving surge in prescriptions
Beta blockers are quickly becoming the hot new drug to combat anxiety. The medication, also known as propranolol, was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1967 for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, and is…
First gallbladder surgery performed with help of AI-guided robot
The first autonomous surgery guided by artificial intelligence is performed in Chile. Photo courtesy of Levita Magnetics Surgeons…
Common prescription drugs linked to surge in fall-related death rates among seniors
For older adults, minor falls can pose major threats, as their risk of death after a fall has tripled in the U.S. over the last 30 years. Some experts believe that certain medications — a category called fall risk-increasing drugs…
Bayer’s hot flash drug posts promising results while awaiting FDA nod
Bayer's drug candidate to ease menopausal hot flashes was deemed safe and effective for long-term use in study results released this week as the German pharma giant…
Diabetes study reveals diagnosis gap affecting millions of people
Nearly half of adults worldwide who are living with diabetes don’t even know they have it, leaving millions vulnerable to dangerous complications. A sweeping new study, published in the journal The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology,…
Melinda French Gates announces $100M gift for women’s health research
Melinda French Gates Philanthropist & Founder Pivotal, spoke at the Forbes Power Women's Summit on Wednesday at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. She…
Why microdosing Ozempic could become as common as taking a multivitamin
They may have gained popularity for diabetes and weight loss, but GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have been linked to ever-expanding health benefits. In fact, some doctors — including Dr. Terry Dubrow, a plastic surgeon and…
Trump signs memo launching crackdown on drug advertisements
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks to the media after a television interview at the White House in Washington, DC on Tuesday, as his…
Heart surgeon reveals what to eat (and not eat) for optimal cardiac health
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in America, accounting for one in five deaths, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While multiple lifestyle factors can cause heart health to decline, nutrition is a…
RFK Jr. unveils initiatives to promote children’s health
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled a strategy to counteract chronic childhood diseases in the United States during a Tuesday…
Cancer treatment could be less effective if patients consume popular sweetener
A common artificial sweetener could make cancer treatments less effective, a new study has found. Sucralose, a sweetener found in many diet sodas, low-calorie snacks and powdered sugar substitutes, could interfere with immunotherapy in…
Federal government pulls report linking alcohol use to cancer risks
Federal health officials have withdrawn a report warning that even small amounts of alcohol could raise the risk of cancer and other serious health problems. File…
‘Next Ozempic’ aims to deliver 30% weight loss with fewer side effects
Researchers believe they may have the next, better version of Ozempic in the works. At Tufts University, scientists have developed a new drug that aims to boost weight loss while also reducing the nausea, muscle loss and weight regain…
Study suggests breast milk hormones affect babies’ sleep patterns
The composition of breast milk changes throughout the day, including hormones thought to influence babies' wake/sleep patterns, researchers said in a new study. Photo…
