Share on PinterestA new study found that while several newer weight loss medications can help with significant weight loss, they do not improve quality of life or boost long-term heart health. Getty Images A new study found that several newer medications can aid in significant weight loss. However, the most effective drugs produced more side […]
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Prevalence, incidence, mortality, and years of life lost to diabetes from 1996 to 2024 in Denmark
Introduction Population-based surveillance is essential for quantifying the burden of diabetes and monitoring temporal changes. In Denmark, nationwide health registers enable long-term surveillance of type 1 diabetes (T1D) and type 2 diabetes (T2D). We aimed to estimate trends in prevalence, incidence, mortality and years of life lost to diabetes in Denmark from 1996 to 2024. […]
Read MoreSmelling Chocolate May Help Boost Workouts, Reduce Hunger
Share on PinterestSmelling dark chocolate before and during workouts may help you perform more repetitions and reduce hunger after exercise, new research finds. Getty Images Smelling dark chocolate before and during a leg workout helped participants perform more repetitions. Though the exact mechanism remains unclear, researchers suspect that certain scents trigger physiological changes that may […]
Read MoreNo Link To Prenatal Tylenol Use, Studies Confirm
Share on PinterestResearch shows that there is no link between taking Tylenol during pregnancy and a higher risk of autism and ADHD. Image Credit: Getty Images In September 2025, the Trump administration suggested that taking Tylenol during pregnancy may raise the risk of autism in children. Many experts have spoken out against this statement. Multiple […]
Read MoreGetting 78 Fewer Minutes of Sleep a Night May Lead to Weight Gain
Share on PinterestA new study found that adults who slept about 78 fewer minutes each night for six weeks gained nearly a pound and became more sedentary, highlighting the important role sleep plays in maintaining a healthy weight. A woman lying on a bed. A new study suggests not getting enough sleep each night may […]
Read MoreStrong Back, Chest Muscles May Reduce Risk By 31%
Share on PinterestResearch shows that stronger, better quality back and chest muscles may reduce the risk of a heart attack. Image Credit: minamoto images/Stocksy A recent study found that people with strong back and chest muscles may have a lower risk of heart attack. Researchers used artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze heart scans of study […]
Read More5 Cups a Day May Lower Your Liver Disease, Cancer Risk
Share on PinterestRecent research has found that drinking coffee may help reduce your risk of liver disease and cancer. Image Credit: GNDphotography/Getty A recent study has shown that drinking coffee may help reduce your risk of liver disease and cancer. The researchers found that the more coffee you drink, the greater the potential protective effects. […]
Read MoreGeneric GLP-1 Drugs May Soon Be Available
Share on PinterestFederal regulators have agreed to review a Swiss pharmaceutical company’s applications for two cheaper generic versions of Zepbound and Mounjaro. MK Photo/Alamy Stock Photo Federal regulators have agreed to review the applications from Swiss pharmaceutical company Sandoz for two cheaper generic versions of the tirzepatide medications Zepbound and Mounjaro. Eli Lilly’s patents on […]
Read MoreCDC Warns of ‘Explosive Diarrhea Parasite.’ How To Protect Yourself
While the main symptom of the infection is watery and often explosive diarrhea, other symptoms may include: “The illness, untreated, can last for weeks, often in an on-and-off pattern. The major hazard is dehydration, which can cause problems for patients at the extremes of age, those with chronic medical conditions, and persons who are immunocompromised,” […]
Read More10 Medications Linked to Heat-Related Health Risks
Share on PinterestCertain medications, like GLP-1s, antidepressants, and beta-blockers, can increase your risk for heat-related illnesses. Image Credit: Evgeniya Pavlova/Getty Images Certain types of medications can make people more prone to heat-related illness. These include antidepressants, GLP-1 medications, and beta-blockers. They can cause dehydration, reduced sweating, and problems regulating temperature. It’s important to keep cool […]
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