This 9-year-old’s constant companion is an AED
Wherever 9-year-old Adeline Evelyn Dinin goes, her AED is probably by her side.
School. Dance class. Girl Scout meetings. Playdates. The automated external defibrillator, a...
These weight loss drugs may help extend the life of knee and hip replacements
A new study suggests that even modest weight loss with GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound can help prevent knee and hip replacements from wearing...
This diabetes drug may double risk of dangerous eye disease
Two large studies from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) have found that Ozempic, a widely used medication for type 2 diabetes, may double the risk of...
Physical activity may lower risk of dementia, stroke, and mental diseases
A new study suggests that people who engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity are less likely to develop dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. The research, published...
New test may predict kidney cancer recurrence
Scientists at the University of Michigan have discovered a way to predict which kidney cancer patients are more likely to have their cancer come...
Research shows big cause of higher colon cancer risk in young adults
Doctors have noticed a worrying trend—more young people under 50 are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
This cancer, which affects the colon and rectum, was...
Protein in plants? It’s in there – and here’s why you should try it
Protein. It's what's for dinner.
But many consumers are realizing they don't need a steak on the table for protein. Instead, they're turning their tastes...
Popular drugs help with weight loss by reducing more fat than muscle
Diabetes and obesity are growing health concerns worldwide.
A type of medication called GLP-1 receptor agonists, commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes, has gained...
Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention
Measles was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000, but clusters of cases have begun popping up across the country.
The latest: A recent outbreak...
Intense heat changes our biology and can make us age significantly faster
Heat takes it out of you. After a long, hot day, we feel tired and grumpy.
But sustained periods of heat do more than that...