Medicare Open Enrollment Is Underway: 3 Key Changes to Know
Fewer Medicare Advantage plans will be available in 2025. Some health care providers will stop accepting certain Medicare Advantage plans. There will also be a drop in the number of…
Liam Payne Toxicology Report Suggests ‘Pink Cocaine’ May Have Led to Death
Liam Payne, a former member of pop group One Direction, passed away on October 16. His death is still under investigation, but authorities believe that drug use was a potential…
New Cervical Cancer Treatment Improves Survival Rates, Clinical Trial Shows
A phase 3 clinical trial suggests a new standard of care for treating people with advanced cervical cancer. The recommendation includes a combination of induction chemotherapy followed by chemoradiotherapy. The…
Got a Sweet Tooth? Here’s Why Your Risk of Depression, Diabetes, and Stroke May be Higher
In a recent study, having a sweet tooth was linked with a greater risk of depression compared to those who favor healthier foods. Preferring sweets was also associated with greater…
How Ozempic, GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Affect the Brain to Curb Substance Misuse
A new study shows a 50% lower risk of alcohol intoxication among people with alcohol use disorder who take GLP-1 drugs prescribed for weight loss and diabetes. The findings also…
These Are the Best and Worst States for Mental Health Care in the U.S.
New research analyzed seven data points to reveal the worst states for mental health care. Texas topped the list as the worst state for mental health care for a second…
Standing More May Not Offset Effects of Sitting, Could Cause Circulatory Issues
Sitting and sedentary behavior are linked to a higher risk of many health conditions, including cardiovascular disease. Standing isn’t enough to offset the negative health effects of a sedentary lifestyle,…
Why Naltrexone Is Considered the ‘Ozempic for Alcohol’ Use Disorder
Prescription medication naltrexone is used to treat alcohol use disorder and opioid use disorder. The drug works by reducing cravings and the “buzz” associated with the use of alcohol. Naltrexone…
Whooping Cough Cases Spiking in US. Here’s How to Protect Yourself
New CDC data shows a resurgence in whooping cough, with cases returning to “pre-pandemic levels.” Experts believe that missed routine vaccinations during the COVID-19 pandemic may be partially driving the…
Ozempic Microdosing Is Gaining Popularity. Does It Work for Weight Loss?
Microdosing GLP-1 weight loss drugs is a trend that’s gaining popularity. Anecdotal reports claim that “Ozempic microdosing” may help people lose weight with fewer side effects. However, there is no…