(NewsNation) — The listeria outbreak linked to contaminated deli meats is not over, warns the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its new report counts two more illnesses and one death this month. As of September 25, 2024, the agency says there have been 59 confirmed cases across 19 states, resulting in 59 hospitalizations and 10 … Read more
Semaglutide, the key component in popular medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, may potentially help treat and prevent opioid overdoses, new research suggests. A U.S. peer-reviewed study published on Wednesday in the JAMA Network Open journal showed that semaglutide was associated with a reduced risk of opioid overdose in patients with Type 2 diabetes and opioid … Read more
Obesity is widely recognised as a global crisis, but one health expert has warned of a more insidious trend that’s wreaking havoc on our health and shortening lifespans. Speaking to Steven Bartlett, host of the Diary of CEO podcast, Dr Gabrielle Lyon emphasised the importance of exercise and strength training alongside diet. During their discussion, … Read more
With more Americans using ever-stronger marijuana, a federal advisory panel is calling for a public health approach that’s a big departure from “Just Say No.” Thursday’s report proposes a health-focused strategy with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention taking a larger role in cannabis policy than ever before. “We’d like the federal government to … Read more
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DENVER (KDVR) — The state of Colorado is being sued over a law capping the cost of a lifesaving drug. A newly implemented state law is being challenged in federal court. Community groups who backed the law said companies making the drug do not need to make extra money. Top products emerge for modern dog … Read more
A new study is warning that children’s eye health around the world may be on the decline. Nearly one in three were nearsighted in 2023 and that’s expected to rise in the next two decades. The study, published Tuesday in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, analyzed the results of 276 studies that involved more than … Read more
Dementia is commonly associated with memory loss, but there are other, often overlooked signs that could signal the onset of the condition. One key indicator can be observed in how you feel when you wake up in the morning. Understanding these subtle symptoms is crucial, especially as dementia cases are on the rise. In the … Read more
WASHINGTON — Americans can once again order COVID-19 tests, without being charged, sent straight to their homes. The U.S. government reopened the program on Thursday, allowing any household to order up to four at-home COVID nasal swab kits through the website, covidtests.gov. The tests will begin shipping, via the United States Postal Service, as soon … Read more
Addiction is a terrible disease that affects almost 50 million people in the U.S. — as well as their family members, friends and other loved ones. When we talk about addiction, alcohol and drugs may be the first things that come to mind, but people can also be addicted to behaviors or processes, such as … Read more
