Cellphones Not Linked to Brain Cancer Risk, WHO Review of 63 Studies Finds
A new review of previous research concludes that radiation from cellphones is not likely to increase a person’s risk of brain cancer. Their findings align with studies from the past…
Does Ozempic, Wegovy Cause Suicidal Thoughts? Debate Over Safety Continues
The authors of a new study say there’s no link between semaglutide use and suicidal ideation, while another recent study suggests the inverse. Research into semaglutide use and suicidal thoughts…
AFib Risk: Potassium Less Necessary After Heart Surgery Than Previously Thought
Researchers say the standard practice of potassium supplementation after coronary artery bypass grafting surgery could be more relaxed. A new study suggests potassium supplementation after cardiac surgery is only needed…
She Lived with Chronic Pain for Nearly Two Years, Then She Was Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis
About 1.5 million Americans live with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Talisa King is sharing her journey to receiving an RA diagnosis, proper treatment, and finding effective pain relief. King helps others…
Why Getting Your Flu and COVID-19 Shots at the Same Time Is a Good Idea This Year
CDC guidelines for the 2024–25 flu season continue to recommend the flu shot for all individuals ages 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. The recommendations include two key updates:…
‘Weekend Warriors’ Get the Same Brain Health Benefits As Regular Exercisers
Weekend warriors — individuals who get most of their physical activity over one or two days in a week — gain similar brain health benefits as those who exercise more…
Quitting Smoking Cuts Heart Attack Risk by Nearly 50%, Study Finds
Researchers report that people with coronary artery disease can reduce their risk of heart attack by 44% by quitting smoking. The risk for people with this condition increases by 8%…
‘Real Housewives’ Star Vicki Gunvalson Shares Details of Near-Fatal Health Scare Following Misdiagnosis
Real Housewives of Orange County‘s Vicki Gunvalson recently opened up about a health scare she experienced. What she initially thought was a stroke turned out to be pneumonia and sepsis.…
Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: Tips to Protect Yourself from West Nile Virus, Dengue, and EEE
Mosquitoes can carry viruses or parasites that cause a number of diseases in people. When a mosquito carrying a virus or parasite bites a person, it can pass on the…
TikTok Loves These 6 Herbal Supplements, But They May Damage Your Liver
New research has found that six herbal supplements that are popular on TikTok may cause liver damage. Researchers at the University of Michigan concluded that supplements, including Ashwagandha, Green Tea…