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What Are the Uses and Side Effects of Sulfonamides?
Learn about what a sulfonamide is, how it is used, and its potential side effects.
7 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Targeting the Average Number of Steps per Day for Your Age and Sex
Variables such as age and sex determine the average number of steps to walk in a day. Find your average here, plus what science says about 10,000 steps a day.
9 min read - USNBC News
Fake Botox put a woman on a ventilator. Experts worry it’ll happen again.
Fake Botox injections given by untrained people in places without a doctor on standby landed more than a dozen women in the hospital.
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Atenolol vs Metoprolol: What You Need to Know
A pharmacist explains the similarities and differences between these two heart medications
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US signs agreement with 3 social media giants aimed at preventing distribution of synthetic drugs
The United States signed a memorandum with several of the world’s biggest social media companies on Thursday aimed at preventing the use of their platforms for the distribution of synthetic drugs. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield told a signing ceremony that “t echnology companies have a critical role to play in both stopping the illegal manufacturing, trafficking and marketing of synthetic drugs, and just as importantly, educating the public.” The Alliance to Prevent Drug Harms is a jo
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Kentucky drug crackdown yields 200 arrests in Operation Summer Heat
A sweeping investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings has produced more than 200 arrests and drug seizures valued at nearly $685,000, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday. A Kentucky State Police investigation, launched three months ago, involved every state police post across the Bluegrass State. The crackdown, dubbed Operation Summer Heat, is ongoing and will result in additional arrests, said State Police Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr.
3 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Biden's health is making headlines. Here's a guide to cognitive tests, age-related decline and more medical terms, defined by experts.
To help navigate headlines about Biden and his health, we've compiled a guide to terms being used and what they mean, defined by experts and put into context.
8 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Abortion restrictions harm mental health, with low-income women hardest hit
The uptick in anxiety, depression and other mental health issues happened after states enacted bans or restrictions on abortion.
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Why Are So Many Minority Patients Declining Breast Cancer Treatment?
Although breast cancer can be a terrifying diagnosis, but treatment has come a long way, with survival rates ever climbing. So why do so many minority women decline treatments?
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Wegovy in Men vs. Women: Study Shows How Weight Loss Differs
New research found that women with heart failure lost more weight on Wegovy than men, but why would there be a difference?
6 min read - USGood Morning America
Woman credits 2-year-old rescue dog for saving her life
Samantha Griffin, a 38-year-old social worker, told "Good Morning America" she moved into a new apartment in Marion, Indiana, with her niece and rescue dog Luna at the end of May and throughout the next several weeks, her smoke and carbon monoxide detector would periodically go off. "Don't ignore your [carbon monoxide] alert," Griffin said.
4 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
More than 100 people sickened by salmonella linked to raw milk from Fresno farm
Documents about a salmonella outbreak in California earlier this year revealed that at least 165 got sick. It's been traced back to raw milk.
4 min read - TechnologyGood Morning America
Samsung unveils 1st smart ring with biometric health monitoring, how it stacks up to the Oura Ring
Samsung is ushering in a new era of AI-powered wearable technology aimed at helping people meet their everyday wellness needs through intelligent health experiences, with features that range from sleep behavior monitoring to menstrual cycle tracking. The South Korea-based tech company unveiled its expanded slate of wearable products at its Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris on Wednesday, including the highly-buzzed about new Galaxy Ring that can be worn 24/7 with end-to-end integration with its sma
5 min read - HealthYahoo Life
The Atlantic diet may lower the risk of heart disease and diabetes — and you can still eat meat and potatoes. Here are 5 tips to get started.
The Atlantic diet is considered a cousin of the Mediterranean diet but includes more seafood, dairy, lean meat, nuts, potatoes and bread.
5 min read - HealthVerywell Mind
Why Am I So Anxious for No Reason?
Pssst, turns out there actually is a reason
7 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Heat stroke and other illness symptoms to watch for as deadly heat waves continue across the country
What's the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke — and how can you prevent them? Experts share how to stay safe during extreme heat.
8 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Urticaria Pigmentosa and Mast Cell Involvement: What to Know
Urticaria pigmentosa is a term sometimes used to refer to cutaneous mastocytosis. Learn how skin lesions look and when they start.
7 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Neuralgia: Everything You Need to Know About Nerve Pain
Pain from nerve damage is different than other types of pain
10 min read - HealthABC News
Finland is offering farmworkers bird flu shots. Some experts say the US should, too
As bird flu spreads among dairy cattle in the U.S., veterinarians and researchers have taken note of Finland's move to vaccinate farmworkers at risk of infection. "Farmworkers, veterinarians, and producers are handling large volumes of milk that can contain high levels of bird flu virus," said Kay Russo, a livestock and poultry veterinarian in Fort Collins, Colorado.
8 min read - USABC News
Some state AGs warn of 'unprecedented' health care data breach that could affect one-third of Americans
Attorneys general in at least two states are warning this week of an "unprecedented" health care data breach that they say may affect up to one-third of all Americans. Change Healthcare, a health payment company owned by UnitedHealth Group, said it experienced a cyberattack in February 2024, potentially exposing millions of Americans' sensitive health information. Typically, when data breaches occur, consumers receive individualized letters if their information was impacted.
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Mouth Ulcer (Canker Sore): Everything You Need to Know
A mouth ulcer is a small sore that forms on your gums, lips, tongue, inner cheeks, or the roof of your mouth. Lots of things can cause mouth ulcers. Learn more.
10 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Hyperopia (Farsightedness): What Can You See?
Why blurry vision appears and how to clear it.
5 min read - USCBS News
Feds investigating Steward Health Care for fraud and corruption, sources say
The Dallas-based company, which owns hospitals in Massachusetts and seven other states, has been accused of putting profits over patients.
3 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Raw milk isn't safe to drink, experts say. Now it's been linked to 165 cases of salmonella illnesses.
Sales of raw milk continue to rise — and experts say there are no benefits that outweigh the risks of illness from untreated dairy.
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A Study Found Lead and Toxic Metals in Tampons. Here's Why It's Not as Scary as It Sounds
New study found toxic metals in 30 tampon samples, but more research is needed to understand if the metals can leach out of the products and enter the body.
4 min read - USAssociated Press
Lawsuit filed in case of teen who died after eating spicy chip as part of online challenge
A lawsuit was filed Thursday against Hershey, Walgreens and several others in the case of a Massachusetts teen who died after he participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge that was widely promoted on social media. Harris Wolobah, a 10th grader from the city of Worcester, died Sept. 1, 2023, after eating the Paqui chip as part of the manufacturer’s “One Chip Challenge.” An autopsy found Wolobah died after eating a large quantity of chile pepper extract and also had a congenital heart defec
4 min read - USWashington Post
Psychedelic mushroom edibles promise health benefits. Be wary, experts say.
The chocolates and gummies come packaged in retro trippy colors, adorned with melting mushrooms and surrealistic landscapes and flavored like children’s breakfast cereals. The labels promise all-natural, mind-bending trips and boosts of mental clarity, creativity and focus. Sometimes, these psychedelic sweets are more harmful than healthy.Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. Public health experts and officials are amplifyi
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23 Most Nutritious, Healthy Fruits
While all fruits have health benefits, some have more disease-fighting properties than others. Here’s a complete list of the healthiest fruits to include in your diet.
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5 ways to reduce your cancer risks, according to new research
Changeable lifestyle factors like diet and smoking account for about 40% of cancer cases and 50% of cancer deaths, a new study finds.
6 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life
Healthy (and fun!) things to do this July — from the Summer Olympics to National Ice Cream Day
Your healthy living guide to what to what to eat, what to do and what to get checked out this July.
4 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
What's the Jamestown Canyon virus, the virus found in some Maine mosquitoes?
Scientists are keeping an eye out for cases of Jamestown Canyon virus in humans, as well as dengue cases in Florida.
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Whiplash Injury and Pain: The Rehabilitation Process
A whiplash injury can affect the neck, back, nerves, and central nervous system. Learn how to support healing after an accident.
5 min read - HealthGood Morning America
Pfizer targets obesity with new once-daily danuglipron drug
Pfizer announced early Thursday morning that it has selected its preferred once-daily modified release formulation of danuglipron, a move that it said was a significant milestone in the obesity drug’s development. Danuglipron, an oral glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, will undergo dose optimization studies in the second half of 2024 as Pfizer seeks to evaluate multiple doses of the formulation which they hope will inform the registration-enabling studies.
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Pfizer moves forward with once-daily weight-loss pill
(Reuters) -Pfizer plans to move a reworked, once-a-day version of its weight-loss pill danuglipron into clinical trials later this year, the company said on Thursday, after scrapping a twice- daily version of the drug late last year. The new drug is part of the second generation of weight-loss pills under development by companies including Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk that will offer patients a more convenient alternative to injections. Some analysts expect the weight-loss drug market, currently
2 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
Massachusetts man regains voice, complete with Boston accent, after rare larynx transplant
The Mayo Clinic replaced Marty Kedian's larynx, or voice box, to remove a rare form of laryngeal cancer. Kedian says he feels like he got his life back.
3 min read - WorldAssociated Press
Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s largest hospital complicates treatment of kids with cancer
The National Cancer Institute in Kyiv was busier than usual after a Russian missile struck Ukraine’s largest children’s hospital this week, forcing the evacuation of dozens of its young patients battling cancer. Russia’s heaviest bombardment of the Ukrainian capital in four months severely damaged Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital on Monday, terrorizing families and severely impacting their children already battling life-threatening diseases. Now, some families face a dilemma of where to continue
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Jeff Bridges says he's 'feeling great' 3 years after contracting COVID while undergoing chemotherapy
Jeff Bridges gave an update on his health at the TCA summer press tour. The actor stars in "The Old Man" season two alongside John Lithgow.
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San Quentin prison on lockdown as dozens suffer gastrointestinal illness. Prisoners say 'boiled chicken' is to blame.
Dozens needed medical care, men incarcerated at San Quentin said. Officials call it a gastrointestinal outbreak, but inmates say it was the chicken.
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Nearly 200 cases of dengue virus reported in New York and New Jersey: CDC
Nearly 200 people have been infected with dengue in the states of New York and New Jersey so far this year, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. New York has reported 143 cases and New Jersey has reported 41. Dengue transmission is typically common in tropical and subtropical areas of the world, according to the CDC.
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The dark side of Zyn: How tobacco-free nicotine pouches may harm your health
Nicotine pouches like Zyn have soared in popularity in recent years. Most are marketed as smoke-free, hands-free alternatives to cigarettes and other tobacco products.
7 min read - USUSA TODAY
A new plague case is a reminder: The 'Black Death' lingers in the US
In the U.S., most human cases occur in the Southwest and the West. About seven people get plague per year, the CDC said.
6 min read - USABC News
14-year-old bitten by shark in Florida, the fourth incident in a month
A 14-year-old boy was bitten by a shark Wednesday in Daytona Beach, Florida, local authorities said. The teen, who was visiting from Missouri, was bitten on his left foot while standing in knee-deep water, according to the Volusia County Beach Ocean Rescue. A 21-year-old man visiting from Ohio was bitten on the foot on July 4 while playing football in knee-deep water.
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Wisconsin writer pens novels featuring characters with disabilities
"I was like, okay we got to do something about this. We have to write a story that actually talks about what it's like to have a disability and that you are just a normal person," said writer Katie Mettner.
2 min read - HealthVerywell Health
11 Foods That May Help You Sleep
A registered dietitian explains foods and nutrients that may support sleep
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How Much Vitamin D Do Women Need per Day?
15 Micrograms (mcg) or 600 International Units (IU)
13 min read - USAssociated Press
Dozens were sickened with salmonella after drinking raw milk from a California farm
Dozens of salmonella illnesses have been linked to raw milk from a California farm, a far wider outbreak than previously known, according to newly released state records. As of February, at least 165 people were sickened with salmonella infections tied to products from Raw Farm, of Fresno, California, according to the records. It is the largest reported salmonella outbreak linked to raw milk in the U.S. in the past decade, according to health officials.
3 min read - BusinessReuters
US Senator Sanders optimistic Novo Nordisk can be pressured to cut Wegovy, Ozempic prices
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Senator Bernie Sanders on Wednesday expressed confidence that Novo Nordisk can be convinced to cut the U.S. prices of its popular Ozempic and Wegovy drugs used for weight loss by publicly shaming the company over how much it charges compared with prices in other countries. Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Jorgensen is set to testify before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), which Sanders chairs, in a September hearing focusing on U.S. prices for Oz
4 min read - HealthGood Morning America
New study raises questions about tampon safety for women
A new study that detected variable levels of heavy metals, including lead, in tampons currently on the market is being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a spokesperson for the agency told ABC News. The study published in Environmental International by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, evaluated the levels of 16 types of metals, including lead as well as mercury, arsenic and iron, in 30 tampons from 14 different brands obtained in the U.S., Greece and Englan
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How to Begin an Exercise Routine as a Part of Your Obesity Treatment Plan
Exercise physiologist Christian Jones, MS, ACSM EP, explains the importance of exercise for obesity treatment and shares the top five things to consider before implementing a workout routine.
6 min read - CelebrityGood Morning America
'White Lotus' star is 'overjoyed' to be pregnant after experiencing miscarriage
Alexandra Daddario is pregnant! The "White Lotus" star recently revealed she is expecting her first child with husband Andrew Form, a film producer, publicizing the happy news in an interview with Vogue published Wednesday. Daddario had kept her pregnancy a secret from the public for six months by "wearing baggy clothing, posting tightly cropped photos on her Instagram, and avoiding pretty much everyone," according to the outlet.
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