Category: Health News

Share on PinterestA heart-healthy lifestyle can help promote longevity following cancer treatment. Tatiana Maksimova/Getty Images Researchers say that people who have undergone cancer treatment can decrease their mortality risk by adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle. They suggest following the guidelines listed in the American Heart Association’s Life’s Simple 7 plan. Experts say heart health is particularly […]

Share on PinterestAddyi, sometimes referred to as “female Viagra,” is now approved for use to treat low sex drive in postmenopausal women. MoMo Productions/Getty Images The FDA expanded its approval of Addyi, a pill to treat low libido in women, to include postmenopausal women up to age 65. The approval will open up new treatment […]

Share on PinterestDoctors have raised concerns that delaying the hepatitis B shot for newborns will likely increase the risks of chronic conditions for children. San Francisco Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers/Getty Images The CDC has officially ended its recommendation for the hepatitis B shot for newborns. The decision upends more than three decades of vaccination policy in the […]

Share on PinterestAn FDA panel has called for an easing of restrictions on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Image Credit: Malorny/Getty Images A Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expert panel is urging loosened restrictions and expanded access to testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). The recommendations follow new large clinical trials suggesting TRT does not raise heart attack, […]

Share on PinterestResearch suggests that there’s a lack of evidence for some of the common uses of medical cannabis. Image Credit: JENS SCHLUETER/Getty Images A recent review found that many of the common uses of medical cannabis are not scientifically based. There may be anecdotal evidence to support various uses. However, clinical evidence is lacking […]

Share on PinterestCannabis derivatives may lead to new treatments for ovarian cancer. Image Credit: Bloomberg Creative Photos/Getty Images Early lab research shows that two cannabis compounds, THC and CBD, have potent anti-ovarian cancer properties. The study found that CBD and THC work synergistically, reducing cancer cell growth, spread, and survival in multiple ways. The findings […]

Share on PinterestMany popular holiday beverages are high in sugar and may damage bone health. Image Credit: Tamara Evsiukova/Stocksy Many popular holiday drinks, such as hot chocolate, are high in sugar. Sugar can affect bone health by causing increased calcium loss. Having strong bones is important in preventing osteoporosis and fractures. Dietitians recommend limiting your […]

Share on PinterestA new study found that a “beer belly” may be linked to harmful changes in the heart structure, especially in men. Image Credit: master1305/Getty Images A new study found that abdominal fat, or a “beer belly,” may be linked to harmful changes in heart structure, particularly in males. The researchers say that a […]

Share on PinterestAccording to research, most people may not be getting enough omega-3 fatty acids in their diet. Image Credit: Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images A new research review reports that most people do not consume the recommended amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. These acids are considered beneficial for brain, skin, and heart health. Experts say it’s […]

Share on PinterestNew cervical cancer screening guidelines endorse self-collection methods for HPV testing for average-risk individuals in clinical settings. Svetlana Repnitskaya/Getty Images New guidelines from the American Cancer Society endorse self-collection of vaginal specimens for HPV testing in clinical settings. Females must be between 25 and 65 and have an average risk to be eligible […]