Category: Health

New research links Western diet to inflammatory diseases

April 27, 2025 Admin No Comments

A representational image shows a slider plate containing a burger and fries. — Unsplash/File Heart disease and type 2 diabetes are two lifestyle-related disorders that are significantly influenced by chronic inflammation. A contemporary Western diet that is heavy in processed foods and low in whole plant-based foods can significantly exacerbate this chronic inflammation, according to…

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Exposure to toxin increases colorectal cancer risk among younger adults, study finds

April 25, 2025 Admin No Comments

Amid the alarming trend of colorectal cancer cases rising among young people, a new study has pinpointed a potential source. Researchers from University of California San Diego have linked a bacterial toxin called colibactin to the increase in early-onset cases. Colibactin is produced by certain strains of Escherichia coli (E. coli) that exist in the…

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Eli Lilly sues four telehealth sites selling compounded Zepbound, Mounjaro

April 24, 2025 Admin No Comments

An injection pen of Zepbound, Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug, is displayed in New York City on Dec. 11, 2023. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Eli Lilly is suing four telehealth companies selling compounded versions of the pharmaceutical giant’s weight loss drug Zepbound and its diabetes treatment Mounjaro, the company’s latest attempt to crack down on…

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Dispute involving Affordable Care Act’s preventive care coverage faces Supreme Court

April 21, 2025 Admin No Comments

Washington — The Supreme Court on Monday considered a case that could impact whether Americans have to pay out-of-pocket for preventive-care services such as diabetes screenings, HIV-prevention drugs and statins, which are currently provided to patients at no cost under the Affordable Care Act. The legal battle is the latest to land before the high…

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Most common signs of autism in children – SUCH TV

April 17, 2025 Admin No Comments

Watching your baby grow is an unforgettable experience. But while every child develops at their own speed, failing to reach certain milestones can raise red flags that may point to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism is a complex neurological and developmental disorder that can affect social skills like playing, learning, and communicating. Repetitive behaviors, obsessive…

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Exclusive: Understanding Menopause – Age, Symptoms And Life Afterwards

April 15, 2025 Admin No Comments

Menopause, the natural process where a woman’s menstrual periods stop permanently, typically occurs between ages 45 and 55, marked by a decline in fertility and hormonal changes, leading to various symptoms and a new phase of life. The period leading up to menopause, called perimenopause or the menopausal transition, can last for several years, with fluctuating hormone…

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Top 10 health benefits of eating watermelon during summer | The Express Tribune

April 14, 2025 Admin No Comments

Listen to article As the summer heat intensifies, watermelon emerges not just as a refreshing seasonal treat, but as a powerful source of hydration and nutrition. Here are ten science-backed benefits of incorporating watermelon into your summer diet: Hydrates the body Watermelon is composed of over 90% water, making it one of the most hydrating fruits available….

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The Many Ways Kennedy Is Already Undermining Vaccines

April 13, 2025 Admin No Comments

During his Senate confirmation hearings to be health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. presented himself as a supporter of vaccines. But in office, he and the agencies he leads have taken far-reaching, sometimes subtle steps to undermine confidence in vaccine efficacy and safety. The National Institutes of Health halted funding for researchers who study vaccine…

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Cancer pill ‘gave me four years of extra time’

April 11, 2025 Admin No Comments

Philippa Roxby Health reporter BBC Linda says the drug has given her extra years of life Linda Kelly, 67, has advanced breast cancer which has spread to her bones and chest wall, but says a new pill has given her extra years of life and time to travel with her husband. “It does let you…

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‘My family’s overwhelming financial expectations burden me. How to deal with it?’

April 9, 2025 Admin No Comments

A woman looking at her empty wallet. — Canva Geo.tv illustration Hi Haya, I’m reaching out to seek advice on how to deal with my family’s exceeding financial expectations from me, as the situation has become immensely taxing for me mentally. My family members expect me to heavily contribute towards the household expenses, often without…

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