The FDA has approved a drug that has proven safe and effective for treating alopecia areata with a success rate of 80 percent, while scientists say a vaccine for cancer is getting closer. FDA approves alopecia drug, 80% effective in trials On Monday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved …
Read MoreA new class of weight-loss drugs has proven to be safe and highly effective, yet adoption is limited due to a lack of coverage by insurance companies, and for those that can afford them, a massive shortage is hampering availability. New class of weight-loss drugs offers hope With over 70 percent …
Read MoreThere are times when we need to be on our “A-game,” which means staying alert and sharp throughout the day. Here are some tips for enhancing your energy and avoiding the dreaded afternoon energy slump. What is the afternoon energy slump? Before we address the topic of staying alert, let’s …
Read MoreThe adage you are what you eat is true. Many experts in health and nutrition say the fountain of youth can be found in what we eat. Here are the top ten foods that can keep you looking better and living longer. Avocado This superfood is unanimously on everyone’s list, …
Read MoreFor years, doctors recommended daily low-dose (baby) aspirin for adults 50 and over to protect against heart attacks and strokes. Still, new evidence suggests more harm than good, as health experts issue revised guidelines. New recommendations advice against daily aspirin for adults 50 and over A daily routine of taking …
Read MoreMany people who snore are unaware they may have a health condition known as sleep apnea, which can cause daytime drowsiness, decreased alertness, increased risk of heart attack, and premature or accidental death. Snorers unaware they may suffer a fatal condition Snoring isn’t always a benign condition that causes someone …
Read MoreAre you having trouble getting a restful night’s sleep? Here are seven steps you can take toward building a better sleep environment. Make a “to remember/to do ” journal A half-hour before going to bed, write down all the things you want to do or remember the next day in …
Read MoreThe Will Smith slap of Chris Rock at the Academy Awards has highlighted the issue of hair loss and alopecia. Here is a look at a few types of hair loss, the causes, and effects, as well as treatments and cures. Understanding hair loss in general Before discussing alopecia, it’s …
Read MoreLike 911 for emergencies, in July, the US gets a new hotline for mental health emergencies, which will put callers in touch with people more suited to deal with mental health than the police. Americans can dial 988. 988: New US mental health emergency line In July, 2022, the United …
Read MoreMarch is colorectal cancer awareness month and medical professionals are urging people to get screened at a younger age, warning that deaths could top 52,000 this year, as they stress prevention and lifestyle changes. March is colorectal cancer awareness month: New screening changes With March being colorectal cancer awareness month, …
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