Share on PinterestThe FDA has approved Mounjaro for cardiovascular risk reduction in people with type 2 diabetes. Milko · E+/Getty The FDA has approved Mounjaro to help reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk. A major clinical trial found that Mounjaro performed as well […]
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Share on PinterestA popular sugar substitute known as xylitol is associated with higher risks of heart attack and stroke. Xvision/Moment/Getty Images A common artificial sweetener known as xylitol is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events. A new study found that the higher the level of xylitol in the blood, the greater the risk […]
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Share on PinterestThe FDA announced a recall of saline and other IV fluids over possible contamination with fiberglass, stainless steel, and other hazardous materials. RicardoImagen/E+/Getty Images Two companies recalled saline and other IV fluids over a 10-day period in August 2026. Fiberglass, stainless steel, rust, cotton, wood fibers, and plastic are the reported contaminants. Both […]
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Share on PinterestRecent research shows that around 79% of young adults show signs of CKM. pixelfit · E+/Getty A recent study has found that around 79% of adults in their 20s already show signs of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome. CKM syndrome links obesity, diabetes, kidney disease, and heart disease. Prevention and awareness in your 20s may […]
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My road to a PCOS diagnosis was long and challenging, but here’s why the recent name change to PMOS gives me hope for the future. Share on PinterestIt took five years for me to be diagnosed with PMOS. Now I have hope for a future of earlier diagnosis and personalized treatment. Image Credit: Andrew French […]
Read MoreBackground Stress hyperglycemia is common during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and is associated with worse outcomes. The stress hyperglycemia ratio (SHR), which standardizes acute glucose levels to chronic glycemic status, may provide superior prognostic information compared with admission glucose alone. Objective To systematically evaluate the association between SHR and clinical outcomes in PCI patients and […]
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Share on PinterestA short bout of aerobic exercise or a 90-minute nap may improve cognitive function after a sleepless night. MStudioImages/E+/Getty Images A short workout or a 90-minute nap may help your brain recover after a sleepless night, a new study found. The nap was particularly effective: people who took it performed about 22% better […]
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Share on PinterestAn experimental blood test shows promise in detecting precancerous polyps and early stage colorectal cancer. FluxFactory · E+/Getty A new blood test shows promise in catching precancerous polyps and early stage colorectal cancer. In trials, the DENEB blood test detected 92% of stage I–III colorectal cancers and 81% of high risk polyps. It […]
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Share on PinterestParis Hilton is sharing how she found an ADHD treatment that works for her and why embracing the condition has changed the way she sees herself. Photo Credit: Kevin Ostajewski Paris Hilton says receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult helped her better understand the challenges she faced throughout childhood. Hilton says ADHD […]
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Share on PinterestA recent study shows that a keto diet may offer greater health benefits for people with obesity. fcafotodigital · E+/Getty A recent study has shown that a ketogenic (keto) diet may offer more health benefits for people with obesity than other weight loss diets. The researchers compared a keto diet with the Mediterranean […]
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