Health

Simple measurements taken during routine blood pressure checks could predict dementia risk years before symptoms appear.That's according to new research presented this week at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session in Louisiana.The findings draw on two studies led by researchers at Georgetown University, which suggest that monitoring how blood vessels age and stiffen over time can provide a window into future cognitive health.LURKING DEMENTIA RISK EXPOSED BY BREAKTHROUGH […]

A dangerous substance dubbed "gas station heroin" continues to alarm medical professionals, with more states making moves to restrict or ban tianeptine.Fourteen states have officially classified the tricyclic antidepressant as a Schedule I controlled substance.Connecticut is the latest state to crack down, officially banning the sale and use of the substance starting on Wednesday.HEALTH OFFICIALS WARN OF DANGEROUS SUBSTANCE AVAILABLE IN STORES ACROSS THE NATIONTianeptine, which can produce euphoria in […]

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about dengue fever in over 15 countries.The "Level 1: Practice Usual Precautions" alert was published on Monday."Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every two to five years," the agency stated. "Some countries are reporting increased numbers of cases of the disease."CDC WARNS OF POLIO RISK IN OVER 30 COUNTRIES AS […]

A hormone traditionally used to treat bone loss may hold the key to stopping chronic back pain at its source, according to a new study.Chronic back pain is often linked to the deterioration of spinal discs and vertebral end plates, which are the thin layers of tissue separating the discs from the vertebrae, according to medical sources.When these break down, they become porous, allowing nerves that aren’t usually impacted to […]

A new variant of COVID-19 is spreading across the U.S., health officials say.At least 23 countries have reported the SARS-CoV-2 BA.3.2 variant as of Feb. 11, according to a study published last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The BA.3.2 variant, which the CDC has been tracking through its Traveler-Based Genomic Surveillance program, has about 70 to 75 changes in the gene sequence of its spike protein, which […]

In addition to taking an emotional toll, childhood stress and hardships can also wreak havoc on the digestive system.New research published in the journal Gastroenterology revealed that early experiences can rewire the body, leading to lifelong stomach issues.Scientists at New York University focused on communication between the brain and the gut, finding that when a child experiences significant stress, this connection is disrupted.TOXIC PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE MAY HAVE A […]

A large body of research found there is little strong evidence that medicinal cannabinoids help with mental disorders and substance-use disorders.Researchers at the University of Sydney, Australia, reviewed 54 randomized controlled trials, from 1980 to 2025, when cannabinoids (the active substances found in cannabis) were used as the primary treatment.Most of the 2,477 participants were male (69%) and averaged 33 years old. The paper was published in The Lancet Psychiatry.STUDY […]

For some men, March Madness isn’t just about brackets — it’s also prime time for a vasectomy.Previous research has shown that demand for the procedure tends to spike during the NCAA Division I men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments, which are held every spring.Some surgeons have agreed that this is a real phenomenon, largely because the steady stream of games offers the perfect activity for men recovering on the couch.MALE […]

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on Thursday its approval of a new, higher-dose Wegovy (semaglutide) injection.The 7.2 mg dosage, called Wegovy HD, is intended for weight loss and long-term weight loss maintenance for adult patients. It is triple the previous maximum dose of 2.4 mg.This marks the fourth approval in the FDA's National Priority Voucher pilot program, which "seeks to expedite approval of applications that address critical national […]