Alarming Rise in Microplastics Levels in Our Brains
"I have yet to encounter a single human being who says, 'There's a bunch of plastic in my brain and I'm totally cool with that'," said one researcher.
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Chicago Bird Flu Outbreak Leaves Hundreds of Ducks 'Sick or Dead'
The infected birds "present with tremors and little ability to move," said a local conservation group tracking the outbreak.
Slow Traffic, Fast Food: Study Links Road Delays with Unhealthy Eating
Scientists have found a direct link between traffic delays and the volume of visits to fast food restaurants.
Severe Headaches Linked to Increased Suicide Risk
"Patients diagnosed with headache may benefit from concurrent behavioral health evaluation and treatment," researchers said.
Researchers Present Ozempic AlternativesâWithout Sickening GI Side Effects
A new class of weight loss drugs could be on the horizon.
Health Data of 1 Million Americans Stolen By Hackers
According to Netwrix, in 2024, 84 percent of organizations in the healthcare sector spotted a cyberattack on their infrastructure in the last 12 months.
Microplastics May Increase Preterm Birth Risk, Scientists Warn
Researchers found 12 different types of plastic in placentaeâwith significantly higher levels in those from preterm births.
What is Non-Opioid Pain Medication? Journavx Approved by FDA
The new non-opioid drug has been approved for the treatment of severe pain, such as that following surgery or an injury.
Kansas Is Experiencing a Outbreak of Tuberculosis. Here's What to Know
Kansas has experienced a significant outbreak of tuberculosis with 67 active infections and even more latent cases of the disease.
Bird Flu Update as Antibody Therapy May Prevent Severe Illness
"This type of prevention can be very useful in controlling infection outbreaks and containing the bird flu pandemic," said an immunologist.
Accurate New Blood Test for Colon Cancer
An accurate new blood test for colon cancer, the fourth leading cause of cancer deaths in the US, has been reported.
New Hope in Fight Against Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
Scientists have discovered three powerful new drug regimens that offer more effective treatment for tuberculosisâbringing fresh hope to millions worldwide.
Sorbet Recall Update As FDA Sets Highest Risk Level
The peach mango-flavored frozen treat was recalled over fears of "life-threatening" allergic reactions.
Medicare Change Backed by 20,000 People in New Letters
New letters urge the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to expand Medicare and Medicaid to include FDA-approved anti-obesity medications.
H5N9 Bird Flu Outbreak: What Are the Symptoms To Look Out For?
The first U.S. H5N9 outbreak has raised concerns as scientists warn of evolving bird flu risksâhere's what you need to know about the symptoms.
