Gerber is recalling and discontinuing its Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks after they were found to pose a potential choking risk for babies and young children, the company announced. The …
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The first new class of non-opioid painkillers in more than two decades was approved by the Food and Drug Administration, the agency said Thursday. Suzetrigine, branded as Journavx, can be …
The heart muscle requires a continuous supply of oxygen and nutrients to function effectively. A heart attack typically occurs when blood flow to the heart is obstructed, leading to potential …
As a cardiologist, I frequently encounter a concerning misconception among women: the belief that heart disease primarily affects others, while the fear of breast cancer overshadows the significant risks posed …
If you’re looking for a way to help others while also benefiting your own well-being, consider giving blood. It’s relatively quick, usually painless, and can truly save lives. The need …
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Nutrition advice is rife with misinformation − here’s how to tell valid health info from pseudoscience
The COVID-19 pandemic illuminated a vast landscape of misinformation about many topics, science and health chief among them. Since then, information overload continues unabated, and many people are rightfully confused …
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Heavy marijuana use has a ‘significant’ impact on memory and attention, study finds
Following driving directions or recalling a phone number are skills that require "working memory" – an executive function that helps people keep track of what they are doing. "Working memory …
People undergoing chemotherapy can experience considerable side effects, including nausea and vomiting, hair loss, mood changes and other health issues. New research shows 4 in 10 people who have chemotherapy …
In summertime, cows wait under a canopy to be milked at Mark McAfee's farm in Fresno, California. From his Cessna 210 Centurion propeller plane, the 63-year-old can view grazing lands …
Gregory E. Deavens, the CEO of Independence Blue Cross, plans to retire at the end of 2025, the insurance company announced Wednesday. Deavens took on the role four years ago, …