Ozempic may weaken muscles even if muscle size stays the same, study finds
Ozempic, a drug originally developed for diabetes that has become widely used for weight loss, has been praised for its effectiveness in shedding pounds.
But...
Long-term use of this anxiety and sleep drug may harm brain, study finds
Benzodiazepines are medications often used to treat anxiety and sleep problems. They work well in the short term and are commonly prescribed by doctors.
But...
Sleep apnea treatment may protect the heart for some patients—but raise risks for others
A new study suggests that the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—the CPAP machine—may lower the risk of heart problems for certain...
Don’t fear fat—just choose the right kind
For years, many people have tried to avoid eating fat altogether, believing it’s always bad for health.
But the truth is, some fats are not...
How to clean your phone without doing damage
We wash our hands, sanitize shopping trolleys and wipe down cafe tables. But what about our phones?
We touch these devices dozens of times a...
Bacteria in mouth infections could affect your whole body
In Sweden, scientists at the Karolinska Institutet have found something interesting about the bacteria that cause serious infections in the mouth.
Their study looked closely...
Living near the ocean may help you live longer, study finds
Living near the ocean might help you live a longer life, but the same may not be true if you live near a river...
Heart disease deaths decline in the U.S. despite rising obesity
Between 1990 and 2019, the United States saw a major drop in deaths caused by heart disease. In 1990, heart disease led to the...
A new device could treat obesity and diabetes more effectively
A new device called ForePass might change how doctors treat serious obesity and diabetes.
What makes it special is that it works like weight-loss surgery...
Natural ways to keep your kidneys healthy
Your kidneys play a very important role in keeping your body healthy. They clean your blood by removing waste and extra fluids, which then...