A new study reveals a surprising fact: humans are actually spreading more viruses to animals than we receive from them.Edited by Nikhil Pandey Humans pass on more viruses to domestic and wild animals than we catch from them. For years, animals like rats and bats have been blamed for spreading diseases to humans. However, a...
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Pickleball injuries more frequent, severe than you might think, study says
by University of Arkansas pickleballCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFindings from a new study by public health researchers at the U of A suggest that people older than 50 might want to consult a doctor before taking up pickleball, the tennis-like sport that has grown in popularity over the past few years. In “The Role of Age...
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Can a cup of tea keep COVID away? Study demonstrates that certain teas inactivate SARS-CoV-2 in saliva
by Jennifer L Reynolds, University of Georgia cup of teaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of Georgia suggests that something as simple as a cup of tea can help in the fight against COVID-19. Tea has been renowned globally for its many health benefits, and Malak Esseili, a virologist with the University of...
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Cannabis use during pregnancy linked to increased risk of ADHD, autism and intellectual disability in children
EUROPEAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION A new study presented at the European Psychiatric Association Congress 2024 reveals a significant association between prenatal cannabis use disorder (CUD) and an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in offspring, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and intellectual disability (ID). Cannabis remains by far the most consumed illicit...
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What Are the Most Gut-Healthy Foods?
Written by Nicole Andonian, MD | Reviewed by Katie E. Golden, MD Key takeaways: You have more bacteria in your gut than you do cells in your entire body. So it is important to keep them healthy for your overall health.Probiotic foods provide your gut with live, healthy bacteria. They can be found in dairy...
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In Conversation: What do we know about the weight loss plateau on Wegovy?
Semaglutide drugs, used to treat type 2 diabetes, also help with weight management. One such drug, sold under the brand name Wegovy, is approved as a treatment for overweight and obesity. But why do some people hit a weight loss plateau on Wegovy? We explore this topic with our expert guest In Conversation. Illustration by...
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Smoking Cessation Before Age 40 Years Brings Great Benefits
Philippe Tellier, MD Chronic smoking remains a major cause of premature mortality on a global scale. Despite intensified efforts to combat this scourge, a quarter of deaths among middle-aged adults in Europe and North America are attributed to it. However, over the past decades, antismoking campaigns have borne fruit, and many smokers have quit before...
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Clinical trial shows subcutaneous infusion pump safe, effective for Parkinson’s treatment
by University of Cincinnati Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAn international, multisite Phase III trial, co-led by a University of Cincinnati researcher, has found that a Parkinson’s disease medication delivered through an infusion pump is safe and effective at reducing symptoms for longer periods of time. These results, published March 15 in the Lancet Neurology journal, could...
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How to check your home for bedbugs
by Carole Tanzer Miller Nothing can spoil a vacation’s sweet afterglow more than discovering that some unwelcome hitchhikers have accompanied you home. Bedbugs — tiny, reddish-brown insects that feed on blood — are notorious luggage stowaways that can quickly infest your home and drive you crazy. “Understanding what to be on the lookout for when...
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Online wellness content: Three ways to tell evidence-based health information from pseudoscience
by Michelle Cohen, The Conversation Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain“I drink borax!” proclaims the smiling TikToker. Holding up a box of the laundry additive, she rhymes off a list of its supposed health benefits: “Balances testosterone and estrogen. It’s a powerhouse anti-inflammatory…. It’s amazing for arthritis, osteoporosis…. And obviously it’s great for your gut health.” Videos...