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Cognitive behavioral therapy can alter brain structure and boost gray matter volume, study shows
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Psychotherapy leads to measurable changes in brain structure. Researchers at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) and the University of Münster have demonstrated this for the first time in a study in Translational Psychiatry by using cognitive behavioral therapy. The team analyzed the brains of 30 patients suffering from acute depression. After therapy, most of them showed…
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Genetic variants mimicking IL-6 inhibition linked to lower cardiovascular risk
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: People with lower interleukin-6 activity have a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, a new LMU study reveals. Lowering the activity of interleukin-6 (IL-6) – a key immune signal regulating inflammatory responses in the body – could…
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Revealed: Counties with highest number of patients receiving free Ozempic jab for diabetes
Galway and north Dublin have the highest number of patients receiving the Ozempic jab for free to treat diabetes More than 35,000 people were prescribed Ozempic for free to treat diabetes last year, with north Dublin and Galway the areas with the highest number of recipients. Ozempic is an injectable medication for type 2 diabetes that helps control blood sugar…
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Yes, pets can be good for your health: Expert insights
Yes, pets can be good for your health: Expert insights SO MARIA, LET’S ADD ONE MORE HEALTH TIP TO THAT LIST. GET A DOG. RESEARCH SHOWS THAT THERE ARE A LOT OF BENEFITS, INCLUDING LESS STRESS AND A LONGER LIFE. HERE TO EXPLAIN IS DOCTOR TODD ELLERIN FROM SOUTH SHORE HEALTH. ARE YOU COMING OR GOING FROM THE OPERATING ROOM?…
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5 Science-Backed Benefits of Ginger Shots
You may have recently seen claims, on Tiktok and elsewhere, that ginger shots can wipe out an oncoming cold, cure gastrointestinal issues, and even counteract aches and pains. But are they a legit herbal remedy, or too good to be true? We talked to registered dietitians and medical herbalism experts to find out. 5 Science-Backed Benefits of Ginger Shots A…
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Study examines the role of doctors’ trust in their patients when requesting antibiotic prescriptions
Credit: cottonbro studio from Pexels Patients often push their doctors to prescribe antibiotics unnecessarily, increasing bacterial resistance. More trust in patients could help here. This is the surprising outcome of a study supported by the SNSF. Five million people die each year from bacterial infections because the pathogens are resistant to antibiotics. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), this…
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Australian teachers face severe stress and unmanageable workloads at alarming rates
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Nine out of 10 Australian teachers are experiencing severe stress, and nearly 70% say their workload is unmanageable, says UNSW Sydney research. A new study from researchers at UNSW Sydney – the first to examine rates of…
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Common painkillers like Advil and Tylenol supercharge antibiotic resistance
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen (paracetamol) are common over-the-counter medications that many of us reach for when we’re sick. But new research from the University of South Australia shows that these trusted staples are quietly fuelling one of the world’s biggest health threats: antibiotic resistance. In the first study of its kind, researchers found that ibuprofen and acetaminophen are not only driving…
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McLeod Health Welcomes These New Physicians
McLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 26 AUGUST 2025 McLeod Health welcomes Shayne Caswell, DO, and Nicole Vasquez Plaza, MD, to the medical staff. Dr. Caswell joins Pee Dee Surgical Group, performing surgeries and procedures at McLeod Regional Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2018, completed a General Surgery Preliminary…
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A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: Iconic Manuka site hits the market
The Manuka property is home to a Canberra dining institution, Urban Pantry. Photo: Ray White Commercial. An iconic Manuka landmark that has not changed hands in decades is on the market. Ray White Commercial is calling the sale of 19 Bougainville Street, home to the long-standing and popular Urban Pantry cafe and four other tenants, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire…
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