Supreme Court will decide if 150 million Americans keep free access to PrEP, the HIV-prevention medication and other preventive care, including screenings for blood pressure, diabetes, lung and skin cancer. …
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Foot health may not always be top of mind, but it plays an important role in your overall well-being. Think about it: Your feet carry you through 5,000 to 7,000 …
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Why are autism rates rising? The CDC released its conclusions – and RFK Jr. immediately disputed them
Autism rates continue to rise steadily nationwide, primarily due to improved screening and increased diagnosis, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But in …
This spinach, mushroom, and lentil soup is a hearty yet light meal, combining protein-packed lentils, iron-rich spinach, and savory mushrooms in a low-sodium vegetable broth. Ready in under 30 minutes, …
In an effort to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia and their caregivers, Independence Blue Cross has teamed up with a virtual clinic that offers brain …
Increased reliance on the internet, smartphones, tablets and computers over the last 15 years has led to concerns about "digital dementia," a term coined by a German neuroscientist for cognitive …
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Prostate cancer therapy being tested at Main Line Health may ‘open up the door’ to new treatments for advanced cancers
Main Line Health's Lankenau Institute of Medical Research is hosting a clinical trial that will test the effectiveness and safety of a new advanced prostate cancer drug. Researchers say the …
The prevalent use of CT scans may account for 1 in 20 cancers annually, according to new research. The study, published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine, suggests CT-related radiation is …
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Gonorrhea is on the verge of being impossible to treat, but a new antibiotic may alter that course
A new treatment for gonorrhea shows promise, which is welcome news with global rates of the sexually transmitted infection on the rise and antibiotic resistance becoming more prevalent. The oral …
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One-third of Americans report excessive sleepiness — and the issue deserves greater attention, experts say
Excessive sleepiness – the inability to stay awake during major waking periods – has adverse effects on performance, health, mood, safety and quality of life. The American Academy of Sleep …