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US to Drop Guidance to Limit Alcohol to 1 or 2 Drinks per Day
U.S. Dietary Guidelines are expected to eliminate the long-standing recommendation that adults limit alcohol consumption to one or two drinks per day, according to three sources familiar with the matter, in what could be a major win for the industry.
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Acts of Kindness Ease Depression and Anxiety
Nearly one in five American adults suffer from anxiety or depression, the two most common mental health problems. Therapy and medications are the most effective tools to deal with these conditions, however a breakthrough study found that performing acts of kindness can also...
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Appendix Cancer Cases Surge in Millennials, Gen X
When Chris Williams started feeling sharp stomach pain one night in 2021, he went straight to the emergency room. The next morning, he had surgery to remove his appendix.But that wasn't the end of his health scare. A few days later, doctors gave Williams unexpected news:...
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FDA to Use Vouchers to Shorten Drug Review Time
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Tuesday it is launching a program under which its commissioner can issue vouchers to companies to shorten their review time for a drug application to 1-2 months from the typical timeline of about 10-12 months. The new...
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Psychedelics Reduce Depression in Cancer Patients
Magic mushrooms might be key to quelling depression among people battling cancer. A single dose of psilocybin provided sustained reductions in depression and anxiety among cancer patients diagnosed with major depression, according to small-scale study published June 16 in...
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Electroshock Therapy Lowers Suicide With Depression
People with severe depression who receive electroshock therapy are significantly less likely to commit suicide, a new evidence review says. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) lowered the risk of death by suicide 34% among patients with severe depression, according to findings...
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Most Dementia Caregivers at Increased Dementia Risk
People caring for people with dementia might face future risk with their own brain aging due to lifestyle factors, a new study says. Nearly 3 in 5 dementia caregivers (59%) have at least one risk factor that increases their own chances of developing dementia over time,...
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New Kraft Heinz Products Won't Use Artificial Colors
Kraft Heinz said Tuesday it would not launch products with artificial colors in the United States effective immediately, and would aim to eliminate synthetic dyes from existing items by the end of 2027.
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Federal Judge Voids Termination of NIH Grants
A federal judge on Monday ruled that the National Institutes of Health's attempt to cancel grants with perceived connections to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs was discriminatory and ordered the grants be reissued, Axios reports.
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New COVID Variant Might Make Up 1 in 3 US Cases
A new COVID-19 variant that led to a spike in hospital cases across parts of Asia may now account for more than one-third of all COVID cases in the U.S., health officials say.
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Innovative Once-Weekly Capsule Helps Quell Schizophrenia Symptoms
A new breakthrough can help people with schizophrenia keep up with their psychiatric meds, researchers said.
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Turnaround Month in US OD Death Crisis Pinpointed by Researchers
The turning point in America's drug overdose (OD) crisis came in August 2023, a new study says.
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ADHD Stimulants Can Be Safely Prescribed Via Telehealth, Study Argues
People with ADHD might be prescribed their meds remotely without increasing their risk of addiction, a new study says.
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Study: Children With MS Age Faster
Kids with multiple sclerosis (MS) age at an accelerated rate as the disease causes advanced wear and tear on their bodies, a new study says. This accelerated aging extends into their teenage years, increasing their odds that MS-related disability and chronic disease will...
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Authorities Move to Crack Down on 'Gas Station Heroin'
Health officials want you to think twice before buying one of those brightly colored little bottles often sold at gas stations, convenience stores and smoke shops.Sometimes called "gas station heroin," the products are usually marketed as energy shots or cognitive...
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Dr. Crandall: This Vitamin Is Vital for Heart Health
Research shows that vitamin D is important for heart health, but most Americans are not getting enough of this vital vitamin. "We have found that over 50% of people out there are deficient in vitamin D," says Dr. Chauncey Crandall.
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Alcohol-Linked Liver Deaths Rising in Young Adults
Alcohol-related liver disease deaths are increasing - and they're rising faster in some groups, including women, young adults and Indigenous people, new research shows. Between 2018 and 2022, deaths from alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) rose nearly 9% a year, compared...
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Boost Your Favorite Father's Health This Weekend
Father's Day is a perfect opportunity to celebrate Dad while also encouraging habits that keep him healthy and happy year-round. Practicing self-care is an important part of a man's toolbox, says Everyday Health, and can make him a better father, partner, and even boss.Here...
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CT Scan Tops DNA Stool Test in Colon Cancer Screening
CT scans might be able to prevent more colon cancers than stool DNA tests, a new study says. CT colonography performed every three to five years could ward off more cases of cancer than DNA testing of stool to look for evidence of colon cancer, researchers reported June 10...
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'Forever Chemicals' Tied to Hypertension in Kids
Kids exposed to PFAS "forever chemicals" before birth have an increased risk of high blood pressure in childhood, particularly during their teen years, a new study says. Teenage boys had a 17% higher risk of increased risk of elevated blood pressure if their moms had...
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FDA Expands RSV Vaccine Approval to At-Risk Adults
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday expanded the use of Moderna's respiratory syncytial virus vaccine to a lower group of adults aged 18 to 59 years at increased risk for disease. Moderna's RSV shot, mRESVIA, was the first non-COVID-19 messenger RNA-based...
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Supreme Court Win for Girl With Epilepsy Against School
A teenage girl with a rare form of epilepsy won a unanimous Supreme Court ruling on Thursday that's expected to make it easier for families of children with disabilities to sue schools over access to education. The girl's family says that her Minnesota school district didn't...
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Cases of Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar Recalled
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall for Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar cans sold in 12-pack and 24-pack cases as they actually contain full sugar content. More than 19,000 of these cases have been targeted for mislabeling making them unsafe for people with...
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FDA Approves UroGen's Bladder Cancer Drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved UroGen Pharma's drug to treat a type of bladder cancer.The approval comes despite its panel of external advisors last month narrowly voting against backing the drug as the members criticized the single-arm trial for...
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Practicing Gratitude Can Improve Moods at Work
The first thing Alison Jones does when she wakes up is to name three things she's grateful for. It can be as simple as the breeze from a fan or as meaningful as the way a friend showed up for her emotionally. Jones, an organizational development consultant, said the daily...