With allergy season in full swing, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has released its 2023 list of “Allergy Capitals.” “Allergy Capitals” are the worst cities for seasonal...
Effects of Binge Drinking
Drinking alcohol in moderation has been an important part of cultural and social interactions in Europe for centuries, while the idea of binge drinking was viewed as a rather foreign concept. In...
Scientists Link Eye Disease to Obesity
Scientists have linked a disease known to cause blindness to obesity. Researchers from the University of Montreal published research linking obesity to macular degeneration on January 10 in Science....
Blood Pressure Screenings During Pregnancy
Experts are advising that pregnant women be screened for high blood pressure. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force included the recommendation in its new draft recommendation statement, released...
Animal Tranquilizer Worsens Opioid Crisis
A veterinary medication being mixed into fentanyl supplies is making illegal drugs flowing over the border even more lethal.
Heart Health Linked to Brain Health
Improving heart health in the middle of one's life has been found to reduce risk factors for other ailments. Researchers observed that improving heart health past the age of 50 may result in reduced...
Study | Exercising for Minutes Adds Years
Short bouts of physical activity can go a long way to helping you live longer, according to researchers. Published in Nature Medicine, a recent study affirms the benefits of even minimal but intense...
Lawmakers Consider Weed’s Long-Term Effects
Amid discussion of further regulating cannabis use, lawmakers are considering the substance's possible detrimental effects. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) previously announced that it...
Doctors Remove 34-Pound Abdominal Tumor
Medical professionals at CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee, have successfully removed a rare 34-pound tumor from a 67-year-old man. Doctors discovered the mass in the tissue...
Brokers Selling Mental Health Information
Telehealth and therapy applications grew tremendously during the pandemic when people were unable to leave their homes, but companies are now reportedly selling the information they collected...
Whistleblower Rocks Transgender Clinic
A whistleblower’s accusations about a transgender clinic have resulted in state and federal investigations into its practices.
Dentists Recommend Not Vaping
Dentists have long said that vaping is potentially worsening teeth and gum health. In addition, dentists can sometimes tell if a patient uses e-cigarettes, that is, vapes, just by looking in their...
Drugs Cannot Solve Obesity, Experts Say
Although the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of certain diabetes medications to aid weight loss, some medical professionals are warning that drugs should not be relied upon...
Hospitals Still Crowded as Virus Cases Wane
After hospitals nationwide struggled to keep pace earlier this year due to a spike in cases of COVID-19, influenza, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), it appears the rate of new patients is...
CDC Recommends Vaccine During Pregnancy
The administration of a vaccine against whooping cough during pregnancy has been found to yield benefits for newborns, researchers from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said this week. The CDC...
Is Texas Failing the Tobacco Test?
The Lone Star State is failing to discourage and reduce the smoking of tobacco, claims a recent report by the American Lung Association (ALA). The report gave Texas an F-grade on all accounts,...
A Latte a Day Keeps the Doctor Away?
Latte and cappuccino drinkers may have a newfound reason to indulge in their favorite beverages, as a recent study hints at possible health benefits to drinking coffee paired with milk. Researchers...
Bird Flu Discovered in Mammals
The bird flu has now been detected infecting mammals. The United States Department of Agriculture released a report on January 24 documenting different mammals across the nation in 2022-23. This...
Poor Oral Health May Affect Brain Health
New research has indicated a connection between poor dental health and poor mental health. Preliminary research by Heart to be presented at the 2023 American Stroke Association International Stroke...
2.5 Million Pounds of Meat Recalled
U.S. health officials said Thursday that more than 2.5 million pounds of canned meat and poultry were being recalled, reported WFAA. The officials said that the recall of Conagra products was...
Do Short Workouts Really Improve Health?
With studies continuing to emerge highlighting the benefits of just minutes of exercise per day, some experts are cautioning against taking the findings as gospel. One study published in 2022 found...
