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Metabolic Health in Pregnancy Predicts Infant Body Fat
Register for free to listen to this article Thank you. Listen to this article using the player above. ✖ Want to listen to this article for FREE? Complete the form below to unlock access to ALL audio articles. Recent study shows infants of mothers with unhealthy metabolic profiles have higher body fat at birth despite mothers’ lower…
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Nationwide recall alert: Pill bottle mix-up could lead to serious reactions
A pharmaceutical company is recalling one of its products after discovering that the pill bottle could be filled with the wrong medication. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Unichem Pharmaceuticals is recalling its Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 10 milligrams because the bottle was mistakenly filled with Meloxicam 7.5 milligrams tablets. Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to…
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Fentanyl abuse impairs cardiac cell function and contributes to heart rhythm defects
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: In recent years, fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that is 50 to 100 times stronger than morphine, has been a main contributor to the opioid crisis. One of the worst adverse effects of fentanyl abuse is opioid-induced…
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Texas lawmakers approve easier access to ivermectin, sparking concern from doctors
Texas lawmakers make ivermectin access easier State lawmakers approved a drug that normally treats or prevents parasitic infections like worms in livestock and pets to be available for human use over the counter, without a prescription. AUSTIN – State lawmakers approved a drug that normally treats or prevents parasitic infections like worms in livestock and pets to be available for…
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Around 90% of middle-aged and older autistic adults are undiagnosed in the UK, review finds
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Some 89–97% of autistic adults aged 40+ years are undiagnosed in the UK, according to the largest review of its kind which was conducted at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King’s College London. The review indicated that middle-aged and older autistic adults are facing higher rates of mental and physical health conditions than…
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Polis’ budget cuts target health care, higher education
Two days after the end of a special session that rolled back $153 million in tax breaks to help close a budget shortfall, Gov. Jared Polis on Thursday announced plans for $252 million in budget cuts that particularly will hit Medicaid and affordable-housing providers. The immediate spending cuts — most take effect Sept. 1 — represent one more tool the…
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Should I take my blood pressure medication? Oklahoma health expert weighs in
Sometimes, your doctor may want to prescribe medication to improve your blood pressure, but what do you do if you feel fine without it? A News 9 viewer asked that question to Dr. Lacy Anderson, who has the answer on what to do in that scenario. Anderson says it is very important to try to get your blood pressure under…
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Research sheds new light on depression’s biological roots
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: Researchers at McGill University and the Douglas Institute have identified two specific types of brain cells that are altered in people with depression. The study, published in Nature Genetics, opens the door to developing new treatments that target…
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Super common OTC meds fueling antibiotic resistance: study
Welcome to Club Meds. More than 4 out of 10 senior citizens take five or more prescription medications — a phenomenon known as polypharmacy, research shows. This practice increases the risk of addiction and medication errors, like taking the wrong dosage or skipping doses altogether. Potential consequences include hospitalization, mental impairment and painful falls. Many seniors take several pills a…
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What your neck size reveals about your health
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks. However, researchers are increasingly focusing their attention on an unexpected indicator: neck circumference. A thick neck might project strength, like that of heavyweight boxers or rugby players, but studies suggest it could signal a concerning health issue. BMI,…
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