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Researchers at the University of Missouri School of Medicine have identified specific populations more prone to receiving high-dose opioid prescriptions, which increase the risk of opioid use disorder. Their findings…

ProRx Pharma, a 503B outsourcing facility specializing in health and wellness, has formed a partnership with Gatlan, a men’s health brand founded by actor and director Josh Duhamel. Gatlan provides…

A large international genetic study has identified specific variants of the FOXP4 gene as key risk factors for developing long COVID, shedding new light on the biology behind the lingering…

A new study presented at the Heart Failure 2025 congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) highlights the waist-to-height ratio (WtHR) as a more accurate predictor of heart failure…

The federal government’s main program for preventing childhood lead poisoning remains inactive, even though Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed it is still funded and running.…

An FDA advisory panel has voted to keep the current Covid-19 vaccine formula for the upcoming fall season. The vote comes as new FDA rules could limit who gets the…

Cancer deaths linked to alcohol have doubled in the U.S. over the past 30 years, increasing from just under 12,000 in 1990 to more than 23,000 in 2021, according to…

As the Trump administration considers major cuts to federal health agencies, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has released a 72-page report highlighting what he calls a…

A new study using fruit flies reveals that Alzheimer’s disease may affect more than just the brain. Scientists found that the proteins linked to Alzheimer’s — especially tau — may…

Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have identified new biological markers in spinal fluid that could help detect frontotemporal dementia (FTD) earlier—especially in people affected in midlife.…

European teenagers today are less likely to engage in traditional substance use such as alcohol and illegal drugs compared to past generations. However, concerns are growing about rising vaping rates,…

As a measles outbreak swept through parts of Texas, many parents made the urgent decision to vaccinate their children sooner than scheduled, according to new health data and firsthand accounts…

An Ohio mother is crediting a TikTok video with helping her catch a rare form of skin cancer at its earliest stage — potentially saving her life. Lauren Koltcz, 45,…

A new study has found that gabapentin — a commonly prescribed medication for nerve pain and seizures — may help extend the lives of patients with glioblastoma, the most aggressive…

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced significant changes to its Covid-19 vaccine approval process and distribution plans, indicating that healthy children and adults may not have access to updated…

A new study reveals that heart attack survivors who replace just 30 minutes of daily sitting with physical activity or sleep significantly reduce their risk of a secondary heart attack…

President Joe Biden had never been diagnosed with prostate cancer until last week, and his most recent screening for the disease occurred more than a decade ago, a spokesperson confirmed…

Wheat Bisks, a popular breakfast cereal, may appear healthy but contain several hidden nutritional concerns that could affect long-term health. Despite claims of being whole grain, these biscuits are made…

A recent study has drawn attention to taurine, a common amino acid found in many energy drinks, for its potential role in leukemia cell growth. However, experts emphasize that the…

Whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. have been recalled nationwide due to a multistate Salmonella outbreak. The recall covers cucumbers sold…