Browsing Category
Health
Jimmy Carter’s long stay in hospice dispels myths about end-of-life care
1 of 3 | Former President Jimmy Carter departs after the funeral service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter at Maranatha Baptist Church on November. 29, 2023, in…
Read More...
Read More...
Snapchill recalls canned coffee due to botulism risk
Snapchill Coffee said it is not aware of any of its products containing botulin toxins, and no illnesses have yet been reported. Photo by Snapchill/Facebook Wisconsin…
Read More...
Read More...
Surgery for children with cerebral palsy may help older kids walk too
A surgery that helps 7- to 10-year-olds with cerebral palsy walk also helps older kids and teens with the condition, a groundbreaking study shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay…
Read More...
Read More...
Considering a vasectomy? Avoid health info on TikTok
A new study examining the quality of the top 100 most liked videos on TikTok found that, in terms of medical accuracy, the clips scored a dismal 0.19 on a scale ranging from 0 to 5.…
Read More...
Read More...
Modifying homes helps stroke survivors stay independent
Grab bars, shower seats, ramps and other safety interventions allow many stroke survivors to live independently and reduce the risk of premature death, new research confirms. Photo…
Read More...
Read More...
U.S. gun injury rates in 2023 again exceeded pre-pandemic levels
For the fourth year in a row, rates of gun injuries stayed above levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic, a new government report shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…
Read More...
Read More...
FDA clears NJOY e-cigarette products after ‘extensive’ review
The FDA said marketing authorization does not mean an e-cigarette product is safe or "FDA approved." Photo by kevsphotos/Pixabay The U.S. Food and Drug Administration…
Read More...
Read More...
Weight-loss drug effective in treating sleep apnea, study finds
Trials treating obstructive apnea using type 2 diabetic medication may offer new hope for sufferers of the disorder for which the only effective therapy previously was using a…
Read More...
Read More...
WHO, Lilly warn of fake weight-loss drugs
The World Health Organization and Eli Lilly warned Thursday of fake versions of Ozempic, Zepbound and other weight-loss drugs. Photo by Ida Marie Odgaard/EPA-EFE Both…
Read More...
Read More...
Study: Brain and gut hold clues to resilient people
People with high resilience have the bacteria living in their bellies in part to thank for it, a new study shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Can you trust your…
Read More...
Read More...