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20 Mar
Popular ADHD TikToks Are Full of Misinformation About Symptoms, New Study Finds
Clinical psychologists reviewed 100 ADHD TikToks and found that fewer than half of their claims about symptoms align with clinical guidelines for diagnosing the condition.
19 Mar
Can Simple Diet Changes Lower Your Risk of Tinnitus?
A new study finds consuming more fruit, dietary fiber, dairy and caffeine may lower your risk of developing ringing in your ears (tinnitus). In the U.S., 25 million people live with tinnitus, which can lead to trouble concentrating, sleep problems and depression.
18 Mar
More Evidence Marijuana Increases Heart Attack Risk --Even in Healthy Users
Two new studies find active pot users are significantly more likely to experience a heart attack compared to nonusers, even if they’re young and have healthy blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
FDA Increases Testing For Heavy Metals In Baby Formula
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is stepping up testing for heavy metals in infant formula and reviewing key nutrients required in these products, federal health officials said.
"The FDA will use all resources and authorities at its disposal to make sure infant formula products are safe and wholesome for the families and childre...
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Another Raw Pet Food Recalled After Bird Flu Sickens Two Cats
A California pet food company has recalled raw chicken products after they were linked to bird flu infections in two cats and suspected in a third in New York City.
Savage Pet, based in El Cajon, California, recalled one lot of large and small chicken boxes due to potential contamination with Type A H5N1 influenza virus, commonly known as ...
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Trump Administration May Cut CDC's HIV Prevention Division
The Trump administration is weighing elimination of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Division on HIV Prevention, sparking concerns among public health experts.
If implemented, the move could shift HIV prevention efforts to another agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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New Clot-Busting Drug Quicker And As Effective In Treating Stroke
A newly approved clot- busting drug for stroke works as well as a decades-old medication still used by most U.S. hospitals, and can be delivered even more quickly, a new study says.
Tenecteplase (TNKase) is the first new clot-busting drug to be approved in nearly 30 years, with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) giving it the thum...
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Ears Ringing? Diet Changes Might Reduce Risk Of Tinnitus
Lowering the volume on earbuds or wearing earplugs in noisy environments is known to reduce a person’s risk of tinnitus.
Now, new research suggests that eating more fruit and fiber or drinking more milk and coffee may also stave off the vexing and persistent buzzing that can drive folks to distraction.
Simple dietary changes a...
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Combination Therapy Recommended For Migraines
Doctors should prescribe triptans for migraine patients who aren’t receiving relief from over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers, according to a new clinical guideline from the American College of Physicians.
The recommendation is based on an evidence review showing that adding a triptan to either a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug...
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