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Cheap Ozempic knock-offs have risen in popularity — but are they safe?
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Changing Alzheimer’s drug vial size might save big money for Medicare
A simple tweak in available vial sizes of the breakthrough Alzheimer's drug Leqembi could save Medicare hundreds of millions of dollars each year, a new analysis claims. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News A simple tweak in…
Whooping cough cases up more than 340% over this time last year
Whooping cough (pertussis) infections continue to rise in the U.S., with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimating more than 17,600 cases as of Oct. 5. That’s more than a 340% increase over the 3,962 cases…
Survey finds 6% of U.S. adults have ADHD amid ongoing drug shortages
More than 15.5 million U.S. adults have been diagnosed with ADHD, and nearly three-quarters of those taking medication to treat it say drug shortages are hampering their ability to get help, a new report finds. Photo by Adobe…
Boy facing blindness gets life-changing eye surgery: ‘Such a blessing’
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Chronic stress speeds colorectal cancer’s spread dramatically, study indicates
1 of 2 | Researchers demonstrated that chronic stress not only fueled tumor growth, but it also undermined beneficial gut bacteria, especially Lactobacillus genus, which are vital for mounting a healthy immune response…
Grateful children make parents happier and less stressed, new study suggests
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Researchers developing early test for endometriosis
Endometriosis could be linked to the health of a woman's microbiome, a new study says. The discovery might help lead to an early test for the painful condition, and possible new treatments. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
Breast cancer patient says new type of chemo saved her life: ‘I am thriving’
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FDA approves first once-weekly drug treatment regimen for hemophilia
A new treatment for hemophilia made by Pfizer and approved by the Food and Administration Friday allows patients to treat their condition with just one subcutaneous injection per week. File Photo by Nick Youngson/Pix4free…
Heart attack and stroke risk may rise after COVID infection, study finds
A prior COVID infection could make you more susceptible to heart attack, stroke or death, according to a new study from Cleveland Clinic and the University of Southern California. The risk of a major cardiac event doubled for the…
Breakdancers risk ‘headspin hole’ or lump on scalp, study warns
A Danish study of one man's case determined that breakdancers who perform repetitive headspins risk a unique ailment -- a protruding lump on the scalp, hair loss and tenderness. Photo by Original Mind/Pexels Breakdancers…
WWII veteran, 95, still works out at local gym every week: ‘I’m in control’
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California confirms third human case of H5 bird flu
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday California has confirmed a third human case of H5 bird flu. All three confirmed cases had occupational exposure to infected air cows. File Photo by James Gathany/Centers for…
Life expectancy in humans not likely to increase much more, study suggests
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COVID-19 infection seems to increase heart attack, stroke risk up to 3 years later
1 of 2 | The study indicaed that the risk of heart attack, stroke and death was more than two times greater among adults who had COVID-19, and almost four times higher among those hospitalized with COVID-19, compared with…
Fauci says West Nile Virus was a ‘harrowing’ experience: ‘Afraid I would never recover’
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the public face of the U.S. coronavirus pandemic response, is speaking out about his "terrifying" bout with West Nile virus (WNV) in August. In an op-ed in The New York Times on Monday, the former top…
Review links ‘black box’ warnings on antidepressants with increase in youth suicides
"Black Box" warnings added to antidepressants might have contributed to an increase in suicide attempts and deaths among young people, a new evidence review claims. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News "Black Box" warnings…
Woman with muscular dystrophy completes 12 marathons in wheelchair for charity: ‘Won’t let it define…
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Marijuana use linked to worse school outcomes for teens
A massive study of available data finds teens who use marijuana have significantly worse outcomes at school. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Generations of parental warnings may not be wrong: A massive study of available…