Choosing insurance can be hard. There are lots of options, but you need to find the right one for you. This guide will give you expert advice on how to do just that. Know what you need. Before you start looking at insurance, think about what you really need. Consider your age, health, money, and … Read more
Share on PinterestOzempic and other GLP-1 drugs are currently under safety review in several countries after a small number of cases have reported an increase in suicidal thoughts while taking the medications. CreativaImages/Getty Images GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Trulicty are currently under safety review following reports that these medications may increase the risk … Read more
Depression and anxiety are not significantly linked to higher cancer risks for most types, according to a multinational study. While a slight increase in risk was observed for lung and smoking-related cancers among those with depression or anxiety, this was largely mitigated by adjustments for lifestyle factors. Recent research indicates that depression and anxiety do … Read more
Share on PinterestNew research suggests people who get more than 25% of their total energy from added sugars could have an 88% higher chance of kidney stones than those who eat a diet low in added sugars. Melanie Acevedo/Getty Images Added sugars in your diet can increase your risk of developing kidney stones, according to … Read more
Share on PinterestStatins can help lower cholesterol levels and decrease heart disease risk.gahsoon/Getty Images A new study finds people at high risk for heart disease can still benefit from moderate-intensity statins. Heart disease is the top cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. Statins can help reduce cholesterol levels, but some … Read more
A secondary analysis of the Aspirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly (ASPREE) trial found a significant increase in intracranial bleeding in those who take daily low-dose aspirin with no significant reduction of ischemic stroke, according to a new publication in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Image credit: Photographee.eu – stock.adobe.com The ASPREE … Read more
Following reports of self-injury and suicidal thoughts among a small number of people whove taken Ozempic or Wegovy in Europe and the United Kingdom, health regulators there are investigating whether the drugs carry a risk of these side effects. The European Medicines Agency said last month that it was reviewing 150 such reports from people … Read more
Turns out, you could slash your risk for certain cancers in the time it takes to listen to your favorite pop song or power walk across the parking lot. Getty Images Reviewed by Dietitian Annie Nguyen, M.A., RD We’ve been told for decades that walking 10,000 steps per dayor racking up 150 minutes of physical … Read more
Abstract Background: Oxycodone is increasingly prescribed for postpartum analgesia in lieu of codeine owing to concerns regarding the neonatal safety of codeine during lactation. We examined whether initiation of oxycodone after delivery was associated with an increased risk of persistent opioid use relative to initiation of codeine. Methods: We conducted a population-based cohort study of … Read more
Many people know exercise reduces the risk of cancers, including liver, lung, breast, and kidney. But structured exercise is time-consuming, requires significant commitment, and often financial outlay or travel to a gym. These practicalities can make it infeasible for most adults. There is very little research on the potential of incidental physical activity for reducing … Read more