Too Much Coffee, Soda May Raise Your Risk of Stroke, but Tea May Lower It
New research has linked drinking more than four cups of coffee a day with a 37% higher risk of stroke. Frequent consumption of carbonated beverages was also linked with increased…
3 More Benefits GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic May Provide in Addition to Weight Loss
GLP-1 medications are most often used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. However, new research has found that they may have other applications. They may help lower the risk…
Ozempic Maker Sued Over Claims the Drug Led to Woman’s Colon Removal
A woman is suing the maker of Ozempic after she says severe side effects led to the removal of her colon. She claims she was not warned that this was…
What everyone should know about antibiotics, according to experts
Antibiotics are some of the most powerful tools in medicine. They’re prescribed to treat a variety of infections caused by bacteria, such as urinary tract infections, most ear infections, strep…
Women Will Be Notified Of Breast Density After a Mammogram: What to Know
The FDA will now require all mammography reports to include whether a person has breast density. Breast density is considered a risk factor for breast cancer and can make it…
Telehealth may be just as effective as in-person checkups, new research finds. Here’s how to make the most of your virtual appointment.
A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine says that telehealth may be just as effective as in-person primary care visits when it comes to addressing a patient’s needs. The…
The placebo effect is real. Here’s how sugar pills can help relieve pain and improve IBS.
Recently, a team of researchers set out to study the antidepressant effects of ketamine — and stumbled upon a medical phenomenon. The double-blind study at Stanford’s School of Medicine recruited…
Is it safe to take Tylenol during pregnancy? What experts say amid lawsuits claiming a link to autism and ADHD.
Why might someone use acetaminophen during pregnancy? Because nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are not recommended for anyone who is pregnant, acetaminophen has long been a go-to over-the-counter drug for anyone…
Another Study Links Ozempic, Wegovy to Suicidal Thoughts. Debate Over Safety Continues
The authors of a new study identified a link between semaglutide use and suicidal ideation. They found that people who use semaglutide and medication for mental health conditions may face…
Mounjaro, Zepbound Lowers Diabetes Risk By 94%, Eli Lilly Trial Shows
In a new clinical trial, the GLP-1 drug tirzepatide was effective in helping people maintain weight loss over a 3-year period. Researchers reported the resulting weight loss also lowered participants’…