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- Medicine Blog
- October 3, 2024
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Too Much Coffee, Soda May Raise Your Risk of Stroke, but Tea May Lower It
New research has linked drinking more than four cups of coffee a day with a 37% higher risk of stroke. Frequent consumption of carbonated beverages was also linked with increased…
- Medicine Blog
- October 2, 2024
- 27 views
This Father of 3 Thought His Cough Was a Lingering Flu Symptom. It Was Heart Failure
After months of coughing and having the flu and pneumonia, Son Vang was hospitalized with heart failure. Over the course of a few years, his condition worsened, requiring more hospital…
- Medicine Blog
- October 2, 2024
- 31 views
Nearly 1 in 3 US Adults Are Iron Deficient: Healthy Tips to Boost Your Iron Intake
Iron deficiency is linked to poorer brain health, heart failure, and other health concerns. A new study shows nearly 1 in 3 adults in the United States are deficient in…
- Medicine Blog
- October 1, 2024
- 37 views
Sleepmaxxing: How TikTok’s Wellness Trend Can (and Can’t) Help You Sleep
Sleepmaxxing is a social media trend that’s growing in popularity. The trend encompasses a range of advice, products, and practices aimed at improving sleep quality. Health experts say some aspects…
- Medicine Blog
- September 28, 2024
- 35 views
Replacing Some Ultra-Processed Foods in Your Diet May Significantly Lower Your Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Reducing your intake of ultra-processed food may reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. Researchers found that every 10% increase in the amount of ultra-processed foods in a person’s diet…
- Medicine Blog
- September 27, 2024
- 25 views
Brooke Shields on Why Embracing Aging and Prioritizing Preventive Health in Her 50s Feels ‘Like a Superpower’
Brooke Shields is speaking out about the importance of preventive health for people over 50. Specifically, Shields is working to encourage others to embrace aging and the increased risk of…
- Medicine Blog
- September 26, 2024
- 47 views
FluMist At-Home Nasal Flu Vaccine: How Effective Is It Compared to Regualar Shots?
The FDA has approved an at-home nasal flu vaccine. FluMist will be available through an online pharmacy for people ages 2-49. However, it is not for the very young, older…
- Medicine Blog
- September 25, 2024
- 31 views
How ‘Parks and Recreation’ Star Retta Learned to Manage Glucose Health After Diabetes Diagnosis
Actor Retta shares her personal journey with type 2 diabetes and learning about glucose health. She is spreading awareness for National Glucose Awareness Week, which will take place from September…
- Medicine Blog
- September 25, 2024
- 44 views
Psilocybin More Effective In Treating Depression Than SSRIs, Study Finds
A new study compares psilocybin — the active compound in magic mushrooms, with a common antidepressant medication. During 6 months of follow up, both drugs effectively improved depressive symptoms. Psilocybin,…
- Medicine Blog
- September 24, 2024
- 40 views
Excessive Alcohol Use Linked with Higher Risk for 6 Types of Cancer
Six types of cancer have been linked with excessive alcohol consumption, including breast, colorectal, and liver cancer, research shows. In 2019, 5.4% of cancers in the United States were attributed…
