How to navigate Thanksgiving dinner on a GLP-1
Balanced portions can help people taking GLP-1s enjoy Thanksgiving while limiting digestive discomfort.
Balanced portions can help people taking GLP-1s enjoy Thanksgiving while limiting digestive discomfort.
GLP-1 drugs getting new labels warning of rare vision-loss condition
All GLP-1 drugs, which include popular brands like Ozempic and Wegovy, will soon carry new labels warning people taking the medications about a possible side effect that could lead to permanent vision loss.
All GLP-1 drugs, which include popular brands like Ozempic and Wegovy, will soon carry new labels warning people taking the medications about a possible side effect that could lead to permanent vision loss.
Born Primitive and Black Rifle Coffee partner to erase $35M in medical debt veterans and first responders
Two companies founded by military veterans are joining forces to eliminate up to $35 million in medical debt for thousands of America's military veterans and first responders.
Two companies founded by military veterans are joining forces to eliminate up to $35 million in medical debt for thousands of America's military veterans and first responders.
Blood sugar spikes could hinge on the order you eat your food, study suggests
A simple change to the order in which you eat could help blunt blood sugar spikes, new research suggests, but experts say it's not necessarily a "quick fix."
A simple change to the order in which you eat could help blunt blood sugar spikes, new research suggests, but experts say it's not necessarily a "quick fix."
G.E.H.A CEO Encourages Federal Employees to Review Health Plans During Open Season
President and CEO of Government Employees Health Association David Hakanson is encouraging federal employees and retirees to review health care options and choose a plan that fits their current needs.
President and CEO of Government Employees Health Association David Hakanson is encouraging federal employees and retirees to review health care options and choose a plan that fits their current needs.
Report ranks nation's 20 most overweight and obese states as doctors warn of diabetes risks
Just in time for National Diabetes Awareness Month, a new study has identified the 20 states that rank with the highest number of overweight and obese residents.
Just in time for National Diabetes Awareness Month, a new study has identified the 20 states that rank with the highest number of overweight and obese residents.
Popular drinks linked to heart attacks, cardiac arrest in young adults, study finds
About 45% of cardiovascular events linked to stimulant products involved adults ages 18 to 34.,
About 45% of cardiovascular events linked to stimulant products involved adults ages 18 to 34.,
Ice cream recall upgraded to highest risk level over Listeria concerns
Gelato sold in nine states and Washington, DC, has been recalled and upgraded to the highest risk level because of Listeria contamination.
Gelato sold in nine states and Washington, DC, has been recalled and upgraded to the highest risk level because of Listeria contamination.
2 ‘forever chemicals’ associated with higher risk of breast cancer: Study
An NIH study found that two common “forever chemicals" may be associated with a higher risk of aggressive ER-negative breast cancer.
An NIH study found that two common “forever chemicals" may be associated with a higher risk of aggressive ER-negative breast cancer.
Brain activity can predict Alzheimer’s risk decades before symptoms appear, new study suggests
A Stanford study suggests brain scans could help identify Alzheimer’s risk before cognitive symptoms develop.
A Stanford study suggests brain scans could help identify Alzheimer’s risk before cognitive symptoms develop.
Scientists discover a surprising pattern in one of the deadliest brain cancers
Researchers have discovered a surprising growth pattern in glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat brain cancers.
Researchers have discovered a surprising growth pattern in glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat brain cancers.
Measles in Wisconsin: Infant death reported, officials urge vaccination
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced on Thursday, Nov. 5, that an infant has died amid the ongoing measles outbreak in southwestern Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced on Thursday, Nov. 5, that an infant has died amid the ongoing measles outbreak in southwestern Wisconsin.
Several Prince George's County schools face increased student, staff absences due to illnesses
Prince George's County school and health officials are monitoring trends as several schools face increased student and staff absences due to illnesses.
Prince George's County school and health officials are monitoring trends as several schools face increased student and staff absences due to illnesses.
Rhabdomyolysis explained: Hidden dangers of the rare muscle condition
Whether you are a seasoned endurance athlete, a casual gym-goer trying out a high-intensity bootcamp, or simply someone starting a new physical job, there is a rare but severe condition you need to be aware of: rhabdomyolysis.
Whether you are a seasoned endurance athlete, a casual gym-goer trying out a high-intensity bootcamp, or simply someone starting a new physical job, there is a rare but severe condition you need to be aware of: rhabdomyolysis.
Child dies in NY’s first measles-associated death in over 30 years amid ongoing outbreak
A child in Lewis County has died from complications related to measles, marking the first known measles-associated death in New York State in more than three decades.
A child in Lewis County has died from complications related to measles, marking the first known measles-associated death in New York State in more than three decades.
Type 2 diabetes patients 21 times more likely to achieve remission with intensive lifestyle changes
A strict routine combining a low-calorie diet with supervised strength and aerobic training helped more than half of younger adults reverse type 2 diabetes within six months, according to a study published in The Lancet Regional Health - Americas.
A strict routine combining a low-calorie diet with supervised strength and aerobic training helped more than half of younger adults reverse type 2 diabetes within six months, according to a study published in The Lancet Regional Health - Americas.
Thousands of blood pressure medication bottles recalled nationwide after pills fail quality test
The FDA listed the reason for the recall as 'failed dissolution specifications.'
The FDA listed the reason for the recall as 'failed dissolution specifications.'
The cost of caring for a loved one is surging – and families are feeling the strain
Family caregivers are shelling out more than $11,000 a year on average to care for loved ones, consuming nearly a third of their household income, according to a new study.
Family caregivers are shelling out more than $11,000 a year on average to care for loved ones, consuming nearly a third of their household income, according to a new study.
Sen. Chris Murphy suffers stroke, remains in the hospital
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Health insurance open enrollment: 5 things to review before choosing a plan
An insurance professional outlines how to evaluate premiums, deductibles, in-network providers and HSA options.
An insurance professional outlines how to evaluate premiums, deductibles, in-network providers and HSA options.