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Body fat predicts major health risk that BMI misses, researchers say
Body mass index (BMI) may not be the most accurate predictor of death risk. A new study from the University of Florida found that BMI — a measurement that is commonly used to determine whether a person’s weight is in a healthy range…
Gun suicide crisis grows in U.S., hitting record levels
About 27,300 gun-related deaths -- 58% of all gun deaths -- were suicides in 2023. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Gun-related…
CDC committee moves to phase out controversial mercury ingredient from flu vaccines
A vaccine ingredient is in the spotlight this week, as a preservative called thimerosal was included on the agenda for a meeting of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). "Presentation regarding thimerosal in…
Most kids don’t need overnight care after allergic reactions
Researchers said most children with allergic reactions can be safely treated with an epinephrine injection and discharged. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
Heart attack deaths have plummeted in US, but new cardiovascular threats emerge
Heart attack deaths have plummeted in recent years — but other types of cardiovascular disease still pose a major threat. A new study by the American Heart Association (AHA) found that overall heart disease-related death rates have…
Hoarders say they feel stigmatized, face ‘everyday discrimination’
Compulsive hoarders reported "significantly higher" perceptions of social and physical disorder in their neighborhoods as well as more "everyday discrimination" than…
Ear wax could offer clues of early Parkinson’s disease, study suggests
Ear wax may provide an unexpected early warning of Parkinson’s disease (PD), according to new research. In particular, its odor could help clinicians detect the progressive neurological movement disorder, researchers noted in the…
Study finds autoimmune diseases increase risk of mood disorders
People living with an autoimmune disease are nearly twice as likely to suffer from mood problems like depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder, a new large-scale study…
New stem cell therapy shows ‘promising’ results for treating hair loss in preclinical…
Researchers at the San Carlos Clinical Hospital in Madrid may have targeted a potential solution for hair loss. A recent study analyzed the effect of injecting mice's skin with stem cells from human fat — "adipose-derived stem…
Study: 1 in 5 U.S. food, drink products contain synthetic dyes
Synthetic food dyes are added to 1 in 5 packaged foods and drinks sold by top U.S. food manufacturers, a new study says. Photo by Adobe Stock/Zilong Zhang/HealthDay…
Hepatitis A outbreak infects thousands of travelers at popular destinations
A spike in viral infections has sickened thousands of travelers and caused several deaths at some popular European destinations. Four countries — Austria, Czechia, Hungary and Slovakia — have reported a spike in hepatitis A cases…
Studies exploring muscle loss from GLP-1 drugs
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound are great at promoting weight loss, but they also cause folks to lose muscle along with fat, experts say. Photo by Adobe…
Single dose of ‘magic mushrooms’ provides 5 years of depression relief, researchers find
Psilocybin, the main psychoactive ingredient in magic mushrooms, could alleviate depression for at least five years after just one dose, according to a new study. The research, presented June 18 at the Psychedelic Science 2025…
Novo Nordisk ends collaboration with Hims & Hers
Novo Nordisk said it’s ending its collaboration due to concerns with Hims & Hers the company’s sales and promotion of cheap knock-offs of the weight loss drug…
Diabetic patients taking GLP-1s may face increased risk of eye disease, study suggests
Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in people between 18 and 64 years old, according to the American Diabetes Association — and the best way to prevent this is to control blood sugar levels. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor…
Trader Joe’s recalls cheese curds due to risk of listeria
Face Rock Creamery/HealthDay News A cheese sold at Trader Joe's has been recalled due to a listeria contamination. The product is…
Dental experts reveal 6 essential tips to prevent tooth loss in aging adults
Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of growing older. Around 11% of adults between the ages of 65 and 74 have lost all of their teeth, according to 2020 data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Eli Lilly Co. to buy gene-editing startup Verve to develop cardiac drugs
Verve's medical treatment program could "shift the treatment paradigm for cardiovascular disease from chronic care to one-and-done treatment," one Eli Lilly official…
Eating more fruits and vegetables linked to surprising effect on sleep
Your daily meal selections could influence the quality of your sleep, new research says. A study from the University of Chicago Medicine and Columbia University found that increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables could help…
NIH office to phase out HIV guidelines by next year
The National Institutes of Health office responsible for issuing federal guidelines related to treatment of HIV and AIDS patients in the United States is making major…