» FDA Approves First Generic of GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Victoza (liraglutide injection) to Lower Blood Sugar in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
12/23/25 from Drugs.com - Daily MedNews
December 23, 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first generic referencing Victoza (liraglutide injection) 18 milligram/3 milliliter, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist indicated to improve glycemic...
» The Best Way to Clean an Oven (+ Natural Oven Cleaner)
12/26/24 from Wellness Mama®
Oven cleaning stinks, quite literally! It’s time consuming and commercial oven cleaners are toxic. I also don’t feel like scrubbing stubborn spots and buildup for ages with wimpy cleaners. When I switched from conventional cleaners to natural ones figuring out how to clean the oven was at the top of my list. I don’t have […] Continue readi...
» In Some Doctors’ Offices, the Weigh-In Is No Longer Required
12/26/24 from Health
It may be a longstanding practice, but critics say routine weight measurements are driving some patients away from care.
» How long do leftovers really last? And other holiday food safety questions, answered
12/26/24 from CBC | Health News
Since kitchens can turn into sites of debates over leftovers, CBC News put some questions to food scientists. Here are the answers.
» Are we moral blank slates at birth? A new study offers some clues
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
What does a baby know about right and wrong? A foundational finding in moral psychology suggested that even infants have a moral sense, preferring "helpers" over "hinderers" before uttering their first word. Now, nearly 20 years later, a study that tried to replicate these findings calls this result into question.
» The 'choking game' and other challenges amplified by social media can come with deadly consequences
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
The "choking game" has potentially deadly consequences, as players are challenged to temporarily strangle themselves by restricting oxygen to the brain. It sounds terrifying, but rough estimates suggest that about 10% of U.S. teenagers may have played this type of game at least once.
» Why there is no such thing as normal in child development
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
For parents, caregivers and teachers, it's often tempting to base our thinking on a child's development around what we understand as "normal." Much of the time we do this without thinking, describing a child as "doing well" in one subject and "behind" in another.
» Women having surgery to treat pelvic organ prolapse don't always need a hysterectomy
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) affects up to half of all women during their lifetime, and one in eight will have surgery to treat it by the age of 85. Yet, despite how common POP is, the public's awareness and understanding of this condition remains limited.
» Nurses need care, too—how curbing self-sacrifice can prevent burnouts
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Reflecting on my mother's decade-long nursing career, I often wonder why so many nurses leave the profession after just a few years.
» Eating red meat may increase your risk of type 2 diabetes—not a lot of people know that
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Red meat has been a part of diets worldwide since early man. It is an excellent source of protein, vitamins (such as B vitamins) and minerals (such as iron and zinc).
» What the color of your snot says about your immune health
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Ever wondered why the color of your snot is different when you're sick? You're probably not the first person to ask this question.
» How to avoid stress during the holidays
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Christmas is a season of joy and togetherness. But for many, it's also one of the most stressful times of the year.
» Novel biomarker catches aging cells in the act
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Mayo Clinic researchers have identified interleukin-23 receptor (IL-23R) as a significant biomarker of cellular senescence and aging in both mice and humans. Experiments show that IL-23R levels in the bloodstream increase with age and can decrease, reflecting senescent cell clearing, with senolytic therapies.
» Five ways to beat loneliness this winter
12/25/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
For some people, loneliness can feel overwhelming, especially during winter, but small steps toward connection can make a significant difference. Research shows that micro conversations with strangers can help improve well-being and reduce feelings of loneliness.
» Can fentanyl exposure lead to overdose? Despite cases of police sent to hospital, research says it's unlikely
12/25/24 from CBC | Health News
In December, officers from 3 police services in and around Toronto were taken to hospital after being exposed to fentanyl on duty. Research suggests there is no significant risk of being poisoned from coming into contact with the drug, with Health Canada saying harm from skin exposure is 'extremely unlikely.'
» 20 Big Cats Die From Bird Flu at a Washington Sanctuary
12/25/24 from Health
More than half of the cats at the sanctuary in Shelton, Wash., died of the virus over the past several weeks.
» Fluoride's Hidden Danger — Lower IQ in Children Exposed
12/25/24 from Articles
Fluoride has been widely used since the 1930s to prevent dental caries, a significant global health issue affecting millions, especially children. Fluoride is introduced into public water supplies to bolster dental health, a practice endorsed by numerous health authorities as both safe and cost-effective. However, research raises serious concern...
» Light Therapy Might Help Ease 'Dry' Form of Macular Degeneration
12/25/24 from Articles
Light therapy, a painless, noninvasive treatment, could significantly lower your risk of vision loss from dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a study presented at AAO 2024, the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). 1 Researchers revealed that photobiomodulation therapy, a type of light therapy, not o...
» The Best Nontoxic Toasters and Toaster Ovens of 2024 (A Guidebook)
12/25/24 from Articles
Originally published on Mamavation: July 29, 2024 Many toasters and toaster ovens contain nonstick coatings made from toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on food contact surfaces. These toxic coatings have been known to leach hormone-disrupting chemicals onto the food. So where are the best toaster ovens? You've trusted Mamavation t...
» How Naomi Feil Developed a Radical Approach to Caring for Dementia Patients
12/24/24 from Health
She believed that people with dementia were desperate to connect.
» How Peter Buxtun Exposed the Notorious Tuskegee Syphilis Scandal
12/24/24 from Health
For years, he tried to expose the Tuskegee syphilis study – but no one would listen.
» Innovative scanning technique enables better lung function monitoring
12/24/24 from The Medical News
A new method of scanning lungs is able to show the effects of treatment on lung function in real time and enable experts to see the functioning of transplanted lungs.
» The "Goldilocks" zone: A key to cellular adaptability and resilience
12/24/24 from The Medical News
In a discovery that could redefine how we understand cellular resilience and adaptability, scientists at Scripps Research have unlocked the secret interactions between a primordial inorganic polymer of phosphate known as polyphosphate (polyP), and two basic building blocks of life: DNA and the element magnesium.
» Wearable tech takes on heart health: Exploring advancements in cardiovascular disease monitoring
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Cardiovascular diseases remain a global health crisis, spurring an urgent demand for innovative diagnostic tools that enable early detection and effective treatment. Wearable heart sound devices represent a significant shift in cardiac care, offering continuous, non-invasive monitoring with the potential to revolutionize the prevention, diagnosi...
» Higher-Dose Anticoagulation Not a Sure Bet for Hospitalized COVID Patients
12/24/24 from MedPageToday.com - medical news for physicians
(MedPage Today) -- Trials evaluating anticoagulation in patients hospitalized for COVID-19 did not consistently favor stepping up dosing for short-term survival, according to a systematic review and prospective meta-analysis. Among 22 studies...
» Reprogramming cells for heart repair: New method transforms ordinary fibroblasts into mature cardiomyocytes
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Cardiovascular disease continues to lead as the primary cause of death across the globe, taking millions of lives every year. Damage caused by these diseases is particularly difficult to repair, since the heart has minimal ability to regenerate itself. But what if we could reprogram the body's own cells to restore damaged tissue?
» Engineered T cells could help patients overcome resistance to CAR T cell therapy
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Physician-researchers with City of Hope have developed a way to add features to T cells to help them overcome mechanisms of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy resistance. Their new system is outlined in a paper published in Nature Biomedical Engineering.
» FDA approves first medication for obstructive sleep apnea, which also promotes weight loss
12/24/24 from Health News Today on Fox News
The FDA approved a new drug treatment for obstructive sleep apnea that improves the condition through weight loss. Sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel discusses the impact of the new development.
» Healthy Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing (Dairy Optional)
12/24/24 from Wellness Mama®
I have a history with Caesar salad dressing. Many years ago, before I liked salads (yes, I know!) I thought I didn’t like creamy Caesar dressing. It turns out I just needed to give it a chance! I’ve since come up with this homemade classic Caesar salad dressing and it’s seriously good! A while ago […] Continue reading Healthy Homemade Caes...
» Engineering a smile: Stem cell–based conduits restore facial nerve function in animal study
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
A gesture as simple as a smile can often convey what words cannot. This is part of why nonverbal communication is so central to human interaction. It is also why facial nerve disorders and injuries can be devastating.
» Vaccine Injury Claims Spiked During COVID
12/24/24 from MedPageToday.com - medical news for physicians
(MedPage Today) -- The federal Countermeasures Injury Compensation Program (CICP) fielded a massive influx of claims due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO). CICP received approximately...
» New lung scanning method can show treatment effects in real time
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
A new method of scanning lungs is able to show the effects of treatment on lung function in real time and enable experts to see the functioning of transplanted lungs.
» Bill Clinton Hospitalized; Lower Cost Ozempic? WHO Withdrawal Planned
12/24/24 from MedPageToday.com - medical news for physicians
(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Former President Bill Clinton was admitted to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. on Monday with a fever, according to his spokesperson. ...
» Changing the narrative about athlete mothers' comeback stories
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Being an athlete while also being a mother often comes with challenges. On top of their professional and parental duties, athlete mothers often contend with inequalities and media coverage that reinforces stereotypes.
» LGBTQ+ people relive old traumas as they age on their own
12/24/24 from The Medical News
Bill Hall, 71, has been fighting for his life for 38 years. These days, he's feeling worn out.
» Stem cell therapy to correct heart failure in children could 'transform lives'
12/24/24 from Health News Today on Fox News
Doctors and specialists at the Murdoch Children's Research Institute in Melbourne, Australia, are studying and reprogramming the potential of the blood to treat heart failure in children.
» Doc Indicted in Old Rape Case; Telehealth Death Suit; $66M Plastic Surgery Award
12/24/24 from MedPageToday.com - medical news for physicians
(MedPage Today) -- Ohio doctor Frederick Tanzer, MD, has been indicted on federal charges related to a rape case from 1989. (KCTV) A family sued Amazon One Medical alleging a 45-year-old patient died after a telehealth visit with the company...
» Q&A: Why Finland is vaccinating farmers against bird flu—but California isn't—and more info about the spreading virus
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Faced with the rapid spread of avian flu through California dairies, health officials are now doing weekly testing of every dairy farm in the state—expanding initial efforts amid new evidence that some infections are going undetected and there may be unknown paths of transmission.
» You Are Drinking the Wrong Eggnog
12/24/24 from Health | The Atlantic
Coquito has all of the holiday spirit—and none of the salmonella.
» Global disease resurgence in 2024 shows rising health threat
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Some infectious diseases saw a huge surge in 2024, with the spread attributed in part to climate change, declining vaccination rates and the advent of new pathogen variants.
» Digital health companies got pummeled by Wall Street in 2024 as industry adapts to post-Covid slowdown
12/24/24 from Health Care
It's been nearly five years since the coronavirus broke out in the U.S., but digital health companies are still reeling.
» Mental Health Leveled Up in 2024
12/24/24 from Health – TIME
2024’s progress hints at things to come.
» Walking pneumonia, the 'great masquerader,' on the rise in Washington
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
This year, in addition to more familiar respiratory viruses like influenza, RSV and SARS-CoV-2, local health experts are also warning about a particular type of pneumonia infection.
» Don't forget about holiday poisoning pitfalls
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Poison experts see it every winter holiday season: parents rush kids to the emergency room or call hotlines, panicking that their child has ingested something dangerous.
» Medical cannabis laws linked to increase in cannabis use disorders
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Medical cannabis laws (MCLs) are associated with increased cannabis use disorder (CUD) and cannabis poisoning, while recreational cannabis laws (RCLs) are associated with increased cannabis poisoning, according to a study published online Dec. 23 in JAMA Psychiatry.
» Moderate-to-vigorous exercise found to lower preterm birth risk in women with gestational diabetes
12/24/24 from Medical Xpress - latest medical and health news stories
Moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity (MVPA) during pregnancy is inversely associated with preterm birth in women with gestational diabetes (GD), according to a study published online Dec. 19 in JAMA Network Open.
» FDA says the Zepbound shortage is over. Here’s what that means for compounding pharmacies, patients who used off-brand versions
12/24/24 from Health Care
The decision will largely prevent compounding pharmacies from making and selling compounded versions of the drug in the next two to three months.
» New insights into the developmental trajectory of social behaviors in fragile X syndrome
12/24/24 from The Medical News
In a comprehensive Genomic Press Interview, researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Hirosaki University have uncovered critical new insights into the developmental trajectory of social behaviors in fragile X syndrome, the leading genetic cause of autism spectrum disorder.
» Tea and Coffee May Help Protect You From Some Cancers
12/24/24 from Drugs.com - Daily MedNews
THURSDAY, Dec. 26, 2024 -- That morning cup of coffee or afternoon spot of tea might be protecting you from cancer.A new evidence review says that coffee and tea consumption are linked to a lower risk of cancers of the mouth, throat, and head and...
» Too Much Acetaminophen Could Harm Seniors' Health
12/24/24 from Drugs.com - Daily MedNews
TUESDAY, Dec. 24, 2024 -- New British research shows that too much of a good medication can be a bad thing.In the study, repeated doses of paracetamol, known as acetaminophen (brand name Tylenol) in the United States, raised the risk of...