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Hairstylists and medical expert confirm temporary hair loss affecting Ozempic users
Side effects from GLP-1s can vary — but one lesser-known reported outcome of the popular weight-loss medications is hair loss or thinning. Some hairstylists have confirmed an uptick in clients who complain about losing hair while on…
UCLA study: COVID-19 vaccinations may lessen severe kidney damage
A new study from UCLA Health suggests COVID-19 vaccines (pictured, 2022) may protect patients from severe kidney damage. The study found hospitalized COVID-19…
6 simple ways to protect your hearing now before it’s too late, according to experts
Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults, with about one in three Americans between 65 and 74 affected, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). While some of this loss is due to the hair…
England’s NHS first to offer ‘trojan horse’ therapy for blood cancer
"The drugs have been described by researchers as 'trojan horses,' as they are designed to be taken up by the cancer cell, before releasing a high concentration of a…
Negative thoughts might be changing your brain in surprising ways, study suggests
A negative mindset is known to trigger or heighten stress and anxiety — and new research has revealed other trickle-down effects on mental and physical health. Researchers from Amen Clinics, a nationwide brain health diagnostics…
Study: Real-world results of GLP-1 drugs don’t match trials
Real-world results for blockbuster weight-loss meds like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound aren't as impressive as those promised by the drugs' clinical trials, a new…
Ditching the lawnmower may have unexpected health benefits, according to experts
As more homeowners embrace the trend of "Let It Bloom June" — a natural successor to the popular "No Mow May" movement — there is growing momentum on social media in support of wild lawns. While these campaigns were launched to support…
RFK Jr. names 8 new CDC vaccine advisory members, including skeptics
1 of 2 | The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices on Dec. 12, 2020, gave emergency use approval for the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine among those…
Your favorite alcoholic beverage could be linked to deadly form of cancer, study finds
Following the surgeon general’s January advisory linking alcohol consumption to seven types of cancer, a new study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has revealed another possible risk. The research, recently…
Childhood trauma linked to higher risk of endometriosis in adult women
1 of 2 | Endometriosis affects one in 10 women in the United States and can cause chronic and frequently severe pelvic pain. A new study has found that…
Who should be taking weight-loss drugs? Doctors share best candidates
Weight-loss drugs continue to grow in popularity, with market researchers predicting that global demand for the medications could reach $150 billion by 2035. GLP-1 agonists — including semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy and…
TikTok beauty advice can lead to skin damage in teens
Popular TikTok videos featuring teens' personal skin care routine frequently feature products that carry a high risk of skin irritation and allergy, researchers…
Former MLB pitcher finds liver donor in high-school classmate he hadn’t seen in 20 years
A man's Facebook plea for a liver donor attracted the attention of a high-school acquaintance he hadn't spoken to in 20 years. In April 2024, after experiencing appetite loss and losing 15 pounds in a month, Steven Register, 42, was…
CPAP or Zepbound? Patients, doctors debate sleep apnea treatment
Doctors favor treatment with continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, machines, researchers are slated to report this week at a meeting of the American Academy…
Do you need a magnesium supplement? Experts share symptoms of deficiency
Magnesium is said to be a natural remedy for a variety of ailments — but is it really necessary to supplement, and if so, how much do you need? Fox News Digital spoke to multiple health experts about the multipurpose mineral, which…
Pregnant woman’s weight may influence child’s infection risk
Children born to women who are obese have a higher risk of landing in a hospital with a severe infection, a new study says. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
What to know before visiting a chiropractor: Experts discuss benefits and risks
Nearly 62 million adults saw a chiropractor in the last five years and around 35.5 million did so in the last 12 months, a Gallup survey showed. While chiropractic treatment has been shown to have many benefits, experts also urge…
ESPN’s Jay Harris diagnosed with prostate cancer
ESPN host Jay Harris explained that his father had prostate cancer, and as a Black man, he knows the disease carries a higher risk. Photo courtesy of ESPN…
Psychedelics as potential mental health treatment are explored by Trump administration
The Trump administration has expressed interest in exploring psychedelics for their potential in treating PTSD and other debilitating mental health issues, various officials have shared. "The Department shares the goal of ensuring that…
Eggs recalled in salmonella outbreak after 79 people fall ill
1 of 5 | A California egg producer is recalling around 1.7 million eggs sold in retail stores in nine states because of salmonella concerns, the U.S.…