Health Experts Debunk 3 Popular Sleep Hacks: Try These Alternatives Instead

Many Americans turn to social media for sleep advice. A survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that more than 30% of Americans have tried one of this…

Queen Guitarist Brian May Reveals He Had Minor Stroke: Warning Signs He Noticed

Brian May, guitarist for the rock band Queen, revealed he recently experienced a minor stroke. Although he is now recovering and in good health, he briefly lost the ability to…

Can Ozempic Really Lower Your Risk of Severe COVID-19?

A new study has found that taking semaglutide (Ozempic) was linked with less severe COVID-19. People were also less likely to die from any cause while using this drug. Semaglutide…

7 Simple Tips to Manage Extreme Hunger After Stopping Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound

GLP-1 drugs mimic hormones that help people block food noise and tune into hunger cues. When people cease the use of these medications, they may experience extreme hunger. There are…

How the ‘Fridgescaping’ Trend Can Increase Your Risk of Food-Borne Illnesses

“Fridgescaping” is a new trend that has become popular on social media platforms like TikTok. It involves creating a theme in your fridge with decorative objects, flowers, and lights. Health…

Cellphones Not Linked to Brain Cancer Risk, WHO Review of 63 Studies Finds

A new review of previous research concludes that radiation from cellphones is not likely to increase a person’s risk of brain cancer. Their findings align with studies from the past…

Does Ozempic, Wegovy Cause Suicidal Thoughts? Debate Over Safety Continues

The authors of a new study say there’s no link between semaglutide use and suicidal ideation, while another recent study suggests the inverse. Research into semaglutide use and suicidal thoughts…

Why Getting Your Flu and COVID-19 Shots at the Same Time Is a Good Idea This Year

CDC guidelines for the 2024–25 flu season recommend the flu shot for all individuals ages 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. The recommendations include two key updates: a return…

She Lived with Chronic Pain for Nearly Two Years, Then She Was Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis

About 1.5 million Americans live with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Talisa King is sharing her journey to receiving an RA diagnosis, proper treatment, and finding effective pain relief. King helps others…

AFib Risk: Potassium Less Necessary After Heart Surgery Than Previously Thought

Researchers say the standard practice of potassium supplementation after coronary artery bypass grafting surgery could be more relaxed. A new study suggests potassium supplementation after cardiac surgery is only needed…