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Many of us turn to food for comfort. But when does emotional eating become an issue?
Experts discuss using "food to cope with various feelings" — and what signs to watch out for.
6 min read - WorldLA Times
Avian flu outbreak raises a disturbing question: Is our food system built on poop?
News that Midwestern dairy cows may have become infected with avian flu by eating poultry waste has many asking: What are American farm animals being fed? And should we be concerned?
6 min read - USUSA TODAY
Is delta-8 safe? As it flies off shelves, thousands call poison control over bad experiences
Recreational marijuana remains illegal in about half of the U.S. as products that deliver a similar high gain popularity in some of those states.
13 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
Drug shortages at highest since 2014: Chemo drugs, Wegovy, ADHD medications affected
In the first quarter of the year 323 drugs were in shortage, surpassing the 2014 high of 320, the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists said.
2 min read - BusinessNBC News
Recalls have been issued for Tide Pods, Starbucks mugs, Trader Joe's cashews and more — see the latest list
A handful of major recalls have been announced in the last six weeks.
10 min read - USReuters
FDA classifies recall of Boston Scientific device as 'most serious'
An investigation showed that Boston's device, Obsidio Embolic, when used with a specific technique posed a higher risk of bowel ischemia during procedures to stop gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, the agency said. Bowel ischemia describes disorders that occur when blood flow to your intestines decrease, causing severe abdominal pain.
1 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
Weight loss drugs may work for sleep apnea, Eli Lilly study finds
The unpublished results are the latest in a string of signs weight loss drugs may treat a variety of other conditions, too.
5 min read - HealthNBC News
Whooping cough rising sharply in some countries. Why you may need a booster.
Whooping cough outbreaks in Europe, Asia and parts of the U.S. should be a reminder to get vaccinated, experts say.
6 min read - WorldAssociated Press
UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in cases
The World Health Organization has approved a version of a widely used cholera vaccine that could help address a surge in cases that has depleted the global vaccine stockpile and left poorer countries scrambling to contain epidemics. The vaccine was shown to be help preventing the diarrheal disease in late stage research conducted in Nepal. WHO’s approval means donor agencies like the vaccines alliance Gavi and UNICEF can now buy it for poorer countries.
2 min read - BusinessReuters
India's Biocon developing its own version of Wegovy, clinical trial likely next year
Indian drugmaker Biocon, looking to grab a piece of the exploding weight-loss drug market as early as possible, is developing its own version of Novo Nordisk's wildly popular Wegovy and is prepared to conduct a clinical trial next year if needed, the CEO told Reuters. Wall Street has forecast the market for this new generation of obesity treatments reaching at least $100 billion by the end of the decade, and Biocon is taking steps to be a part of that windfall. "We're going to develop semaglut
3 min read - USCBS News
Trader Joe's pulls fresh basil in 29 states after salmonella outbreak
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume the Infinite Herbs basil sold at Trader Joe's after 12 people were sickened.
2 min read - LifestyleGood Morning America
New Beyond Meat plant-based beef made with avocado oil for nutrient-dense, simplified ingredients
Beyond Meat has pared down its ingredient list and upgraded the recipe to add more nutrient-dense plant-based ingredients -- including heart-healthy avocado oil -- for its latest innovation of the plant-based meat alternative. The California-based company announced its new and improved Beyond Meat IV on Thursday as two new products, Beyond Burger and Beyond Beef, roll out with a fresh new look at grocery stores nationwide. Thanks to the nutritional advancements in Beyond Meat's new recipe, the
3 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Papilloma Skin Growths: What to Know
A papilloma is a small formation on the skin that looks similar to a skin tag or mole. Having papilloma does not mean you have cancer. Learn about the risks.
6 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Does Sucralose Lower Blood Sugar?
A registered dietitian nutritionist explains the pros and cons of this sugar alternative.
9 min read - HealthVerywell Health
The Process of Hemolysis and Red Blood Cell Breakdown
Abnormal Processing Related to Anemia, Trauma, and More
7 min read - TechnologyBusiness Insider
Colorado enacted a law meant to stop tech companies sharing your brain-wave data
Colorado lawmakers signed a law to protect biological and neural data from being shared by consumer neurotech players like Elon Musk's Neuralink.
3 min read - USAssociated Press
Once praised, settlement to help sickened BP oil spill workers leaves most with nearly nothing
When a deadly explosion destroyed BP’s Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico, 134 million gallons of crude erupted into the sea over the next three months — and tens of thousands of ordinary people were hired to help clean up environmental devastation from the biggest offshore oil spill in U.S. history. Recognizing that some members of cleanup crews had likely become sick, BP agreed to a medical claims settlement two years after the 2010 disaster. Through the settlement, BP has
14 min read - HealthThe Conversation
The tragedy of sudden unexpected infant deaths – and how bedsharing, maternal smoking and stomach sleeping all contribute
Rates of sudden unexpected infant deaths have not gone down significantly over the last 20 years, and in some racial groups the numbers are rising.
4 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Zyrtec vs. Zyrtec-D for Allergies
Zyrtec (cetirizine) and Zyrtec-D (cetirizine and pseudoephedrine) are two OTC medications used to help relieve allergy symptoms.
7 min read - HealthNBC News
As Zepbound shortage grows, Eli Lilly says no immediate end is in sight
Zepbound drugmaker Eli Lilly is working to increase its weight loss drug supply. But some steps to get there, including building a new plant, will take months to execute.
6 min read - WorldCBS News
Scotland halts prescription of puberty blocking hormones for minors
A landmark review for Britain's National Health Service found young people have been let down by "remarkably weak" evidence backing medical interventions in gender care.
4 min read - WorldReuters
Indian food regulator begins enquiry into Nestle over alleged sugar use in baby foods, ET reports
The Indian food regulator has started an enquiry into Nestle India over the alleged use of sugar in baby food products in low-income countries, including India, by its Swiss parent, the Economic Times (ET) reported on Thursday. A Swiss investigative organisation, Public Eye, on Wednesday, released a report saying that Nestle, the world's biggest packaged food company, adds sugar to its baby food products sold in low-income countries in Africa, Latin America and Asia, but not in its main markets
2 min read - CelebrityAssociated Press
UK's Prince William returns to public duties for first time since Kate's cancer diagnosis
Prince William returns to public duties on Thursday for the first time since his wife’s cancer diagnosis, bolstering the royal family’s ranks as health problems continue to sideline the princess and King Charles III. William is set to visit a surplus food redistribution center and a youth club it serves, highlighting efforts to reduce food waste as a way to cut greenhouse gas emissions and feed people in need. The prince stepped away from public duties after Kate, the Princess of Wales, announ
2 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
National Exercise Day: Want to stay fit? Here are ways you can reach the recommended goal
Today is National Exercise Day 2024. We have tips on how you can stay fit by reaching the 150 minutes of moderately intense exercise per week goal.
3 min read - HealthBusiness Insider
Olivia Munn says she 'absolutely broke down' when she saw her body after a double mastectomy
"I just thought, 'Oh, my gosh, this is what I look like, and I don't want to look at myself right now,'" Munn told People.
3 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Olivia Munn is going through medically induced menopause after breast cancer treatment. Here's what that means.
Medication to keep the actress's cancer from recurring has put her temporarily in menopause.
5 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Salmonella infections linked to organic basil sold at Trader Joe's are under investigation. What to know about foodborne illnesses.
Everything you need to know about foodborne illnesses like salmonella and listeria.
7 min read - HealthCBS News
Sophie Kinsella, "Shopaholic" book series author, reveals brain cancer
The author whose "Shopaholic" novels were adapted into the 2009 film "Confessions of a Shopaholic" announced she has a rare form of brain cancer.
2 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Zika Rash: Everything You Need to Know
The rash is made up of small, red dots, but not all patients experience it
5 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Supplements for Psoriasis: Which Ones Have Benefits or Risks?
Supplements that may help improve or manage psoriasis symptoms include oral supplements like vitamin D and fish oil, as well as topicals like aloe vera. Learn more.
7 min read - CelebrityGood Morning America
Olivia Munn on how John Mulaney, son Malcolm support her amid cancer battle
Olivia Munn is opening up about the support she's received from her boyfriend John Mulaney and their son Malcolm amid her cancer battle. The "X-Men: Apocalypse" actress shared in March that she had been diagnosed in April 2023 with an "aggressive, fast moving cancer" known as Luminal B in both breasts, detailing a nearly yearlong private battle with the disease in an emotional Instagram post. In a new interview with People to mark the one-year anniversary of her diagnosis, Munn said when she r
2 min read - CelebrityGood Morning America
'Shopaholic' author Sophie Kinsella reveals brain cancer diagnosis
The author of the "Shopaholic" book series that was turned into a movie is battling glioblastoma, a cancerous and aggressive brain tumor. "I did not share this before because I wanted to make sure that my children were able to hear and process the news in privacy and adapt to our ‘new normal,'" Kinsella wrote Wednesday. Kinsella, whose birth name is Madeleine Wickham, added that she is currently undergoing chemotherapy after already completing radiation and surgery at University College Hospit
2 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome: A Common Childhood Rash
Gianotti-Crosti syndrome, sometimes called papular acrodermatitis of childhood, is a rash that typically affects young kids. Here’s what you need to know.
3 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Skin Cancer and Rash: When Do Symptoms Suggest Cancer?
A sore that doesn’t heal, or a rash that doesn’t go away can be signs of cancer
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Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound found to reduce sleep apnea, company says
Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug Zepbound was found to reduce obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity, the drugmaker said in a release Wednesday.
2 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers in Pregnancy: What's Safe to Take?
When you are pregnant, not every medication is safe. Read more about OTC pain reliever use during pregnancy.
7 min read - HealthReuters
Most of Lilly's Mounjaro and Zepbound doses in limited supply, FDA says
Both drugs had limited availability for the 5 milligram (mg), 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg and 15 mg doses, the website noted. The 2.5 milligram doses for the treatments were listed as available. Previously, some doses of both the drugs were expected to be available in limited quantities through April.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life
Always coming back from vacation feeling sick? Here's why — and how you can avoid it.
Why traveling can make us susceptible to colds, and what experts recommend doing to prevent illness.
6 min read - HealthVerywell Health
This Rapid Blood Test Could Detect Concussions and Other Brain Injuries
The FDA approved a rapid version of a blood test for brain injury which can accurately predict whether someone would benefit from brain imaging.
5 min read - BusinessReuters
Abbott's device sales drive profit beat, but shares fall as forecast disappoints
(Reuters) -Abbott Laboratories beat Wall Street estimates for quarterly profit on Wednesday on robust sales of its medical devices, but the company's stock fell 3% in morning trading, signaling disappointment over its annual forecast. Investor expectations around the performance of medical device makers have been heightened since last November after a resurgence in demand, as people, especially older adults, opted for medical procedures deferred during the pandemic. Abbott forecast a full-year
2 min read - USNBC News
"Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski had late-stage rectal cancer and was "depressed" before prison suicide, autopsy says
Kaczynski was diagnosed with rectal cancer in March 2021, and a month prior to killing himself in June 2023, “was noted to be depressed and sent for psychiatric evaluation."
5 min read - HealthReuters
Lilly's weight-loss drug reduces sleep apnea severity in late-stage trials
(Reuters) -Eli Lilly said on Wednesday its weight-loss drug helped reduce episodes of irregular breathing associated with a common sleep-related disorder in two late-stage trials, paving the way for expanding use of the drug. The drug cut the frequency of irregular breathing episodes by as much as 63% across the two studies. The trial results add to a growing body of clinical evidence that suggests popular GLP-1 drugs such as Lilly's Zepbound and Novo Nordisk's Wegovy have medical benefits bey
3 min read - WorldAssociated Press
UN report points to yawning gap of inequality in sexual and reproductive health worldwide
A new study says an African woman is roughly 130 times more likely to die from pregnancy and childbirth complications than a woman in Europe or North America, the U.N. population fund reported Wednesday as it decried widening inequality in sexual and reproductive health and rights worldwide. UNFPA's latest “ State of World Population ” report also estimates that nearly 500 maternal deaths per day occur in countries with humanitarian crises or conflicts, and shows that women of African descent i
2 min read - USGood Morning America
Human infections from rat urine on the rise in New York City
The New York Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has released a health advisory after multiple cases of human leptospirosis -- an infection that is associated to exposure to rat urine -- have been reported so far this year in New York City. There were 24 cases of leptospirosis in the city in 2023, higher than in any prior year, according to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. “For comparison, the average number of locally acquired cases during 2021 to 2023 was 15 per year, and
3 min read - WorldReuters
Exclusive-Thousands of frozen Gaza IVF embryos destroyed by Israeli strike
(Reuters) -When an Israeli shell struck Gaza's largest fertility clinic in December, the explosion blasted the lids off five liquid nitrogen tanks stored in a corner of the embryology unit. As the ultra-cold liquid evaporated, the temperature inside the tanks rose, destroying more than 4,000 embryos plus 1,000 more specimens of sperm and unfertilized eggs stored at Gaza City's Al Basma IVF centre. The impact of that single explosion was far-reaching -- an example of the unseen toll Israel's si
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Toni Braxton says she was told to hide her lupus diagnosis because 'people get scared around sick celebrities'
Toni Braxton was diagnosed with lupus in 2008. The singer said that being upfront about her lupus diagnosis hurt her career.
4 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Melatonin bottles are easy for young kids to open. New guidelines could change that.
After a surge in kids' ER visits for accidental melatonin ingestion, makers of the sleep supplements are being asked to use child-deterrent packaging.
5 min read - BusinessABC News
PepsiCo recalls sugar-free Schweppes Ginger Ale for containing 'full sugar'
PepsiCo Inc has initiated a voluntary recall of some sugar-free and caffeine-free Schweppes Ginger Ale products because they contain "full sugar," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA said in a report earlier this month that the company voluntarily issued the recall on March 9. The impacted products contain the code May 20 24 MAY20240520VS02164 - MAY20240550VS02164, the FDA said.
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