Health
Oral Myofacial Therapy
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published April 7, 2013. Orofacial myofunctional therapy is a profoundly ...
The Reset Riddle
Throughout the pandemic and beyond, you’ve likely heard top political figures and Big Tech leaders talking about the opportunity to ...
Why Are Planes Using Pork Byproducts for Fuel?
Rendered animal fats, a byproduct of raising animals on concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), are commonly added to pet food ...
Should You Stop Taking Ozempic Before Surgery?
If taking Ozempic or Rybelsus for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy for weight loss, or similar medications, doctors are debating how ...
Docs Steer Camera Through Stomach ‘Like a Little Mars Rover’
New magnetic tech allows doctors to perform guided endoscopy to detect gastric illnesses much earlier.
Is Naloxone in Your First Aid Kit for Opioid Overdose?
It’s now possible to buy naloxone, the opioid overdose reversal nasal spray medication, without a prescription. Learn why doctors say ...
Don’t Let Breast Cancer Subtype Guide Mastectomy Choice, Doctors Say
Research from ASCO 2023 finds people are opting for mastectomies more frequently if they have HER2-positive breast cancer. The data ...
Dealing With the Physical Impact of Intense Grief
A new study has found that severe grief can cause a significant increase in blood pressure, suggesting that grief can ...
Filling the Nutritional Gaps for Babies With Food Allergies
Wondering if your baby who has a food allergy is getting the nutrients they need for proper growth and development? ...
Babies With Food Allergies: Easing Caregiver’s Anxiety
Caring for a baby with severe food allergies can feel overwhelming and stressful. Learn how to better manage your anxiety.
The Benefits of Curcumin in Tumor Treatments
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published March 2, 2014. Cancer is one of the leading ...
Collagen and Gelatin Are Crucial for Optimal Health
Collagen accounts for about 30% of the total protein in your body. One of its primary purposes is to provide ...
Will DARPA Make a Travel Adapter for Human Body?
Another day, another bit of great news, folks. Everyone’s favorite agency, DARPA, is promising to develop a “travel adapter” for ...
CAR T Cancer Therapy Can Be Lifesaving – if You Can Afford It
CAR T cells are a relatively new but dynamic treatment for blood cancers, but the price of the drugs and ...
CDC Urges International Travelers to Get Measles Vaccine
The CDC is urging people to ensure they are vaccinated against measles before summer travel. International travelers are particularly at ...
Diet Heavy in Omega-3s Might Help Slow ALS
New research suggests consuming omega-3 fatty acids like flaxseed oil and walnuts may help slow the decline in physical function ...
Exercise May Erase the Genetic Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Being active can greatly lower your risk of getting type 2 diabetes, even if the condition runs in your family.
CDC Panel Stops Short of Blanket Recommendation of RSV Vaccine
The committee voted to recommend the RSV vaccines for anyone over the age of 60 if their health care provider ...
Walking Backward Boosts Your Memory
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published December 8, 2018. Researchers from London’s University of Roehampton ...
Daily Breathing Exercises Could Reduce Heart Attack Risk
Using slow breathing methods to help you relax can lower your blood pressure, thereby reducing your risk of related heart ...
The Wide-Ranging Health Benefits of Niacinamide
In a series of articles, biohacker Georgi Dinkov highlights a variety of benefits of niacinamide (aka nicotinamide), a form of ...
‘Smart Drugs’ Underdeliver and Can Bring Trouble
There is no such thing as a “smart pill.” In fact, nonmedical use of prescription stimulants like Adderall or Ritalin ...
Adele’s Fungal Infection Has People Talking About Jock Itch
“It’s a bit crude,” Adele told the audience attending her Las Vegas residency as she shared that she has the ...
More Reasons to Quit Using Any Artificial Sweeteners
Thousands of popular foods and drinks are made artificially sweet with chemical sweeteners. Long claimed to be a healthy choice ...
What Causes Asparagus Pee?
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published March 3, 2018. Cooking up some tasty, tender-crisp asparagus ...
How Many Forever Chemicals Are in Your Contact Lenses?
Toxic polyfluoroalkyl or perfluoroalkyl chemicals, collectively known as PFAS, may be lurking in your contact lenses. The compounds, which have ...
ASCO President on Patient-Doctor Partnerships
ASCO’s president Eric Winer, MD, explains why good patient-doctor relationships are key for quality cancer care.
Aspirin Warning: Anemia May Increase With Use in Older Adults
Older patients using low-dose aspirin were at increased risk for anemia in a new study.
Dealing With Adult Child Estrangement, a ‘Modern-Day Epidemic’
A recent study of parents estranged from adult children found that about a quarter of respondents were estranged from their ...
Cutting-Edge Nasal Tech Could Usher in a New Era of Medicine
Nasal drugs are opening the door to new therapies for everything from smoking cessation to Alzheimer’s. The upshot: Someday, inhaling ...
