The days of pulling all-nighters might be over. Teens who don’t sleep enough could be at risk for a life-threatening illness, a new study suggests. Researchers from Stockholm University in Sweden discovered that teenagers who get less than seven hours of zzz’s every night are 40% to 50% more likely to later develop multiple sclerosis … Read more
It’s the hottest drug in Hollywood. Ozempic — a medication designed for people with Type 2 diabetes — is being prescribed to socialites and celebrities to help them lose weight despite some alarming potential side effects. Injected once per week into the stomach, thigh or arm, Ozempic and sister drug Wegovy are comprised of semaglutide, … Read more
Sweetheart — these drinks might kill you. Sugary drinks — such as soda and fruit juice — can cause a spike in blood sugar levels and lead to heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke, according to a new study. The study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that the most popular … Read more
No, Canada! America’s buzzkill next door has issued radical new health advice stating there’s no such thing as “safe” drinking, urging imbibers to curb consumption as much as possible. The eyebrow-raising edict, from a government agency called The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, encourages no drinking whatsoever, while allowing that 1-2 standard-sized drinks … Read more
A group of researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health evaluated the American Heart Association’s recently expanded metric — which now includes sleep as it relates to cardiovascular disease risk. The study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association provided evidence that sleep plays an important role when it comes to heart health. “Our … Read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that a preliminary COVID-19 vaccine “safety signal” has been identified and is investigating whether the Bivalent Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine creates an increased risk of ischemic stroke in people 65 and older. In the Friday statement, the CDC said that the preliminary signal hasn’t been identified with the Bivalent Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. … Read more
A vision-impaired woman who refused service from a bar because she didn’t have a carer has unleashed on the establishment’s treatment of her in a series of scathing reviews. Vanessa Ransley was recently in Adelaide, South Australia, for a work conference and decided on a visit to Horizons Cocktail Lounge in the beachside suburb Glenelg … Read more
Wegmans issued a voluntary recall of its products containing micro greens, sweet pea leaves and cat grass due to potential contamination with salmonella, the Food and Drug Administration said last week. The items include the 1.75-ounce Wegmans Organic Farm & Orchard Micro Greens, the five-ounce Wegmans Organic Baby Kale & Baby Spinach with Sweet Pea Leaves and … Read more
“Entrenched systemic racism” is a significant risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in non-white Americans, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) claimed in its 2022 update on how to fight the disease. The HHS’ “National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease” said black, Hispanic and low-income populations are more likely to face health-related … Read more
For those who suffer from suicidal thoughts, their state of mind isn’t the only factor in play. A new study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association has revealed a genetic link to suicidal ideations and behaviors — shedding light on new pathways to treat the deadly condition. Researchers from Duke University, co-lead … Read more
A chocolate advent calendar sold at Lidl grocery stores as recently as Monday is under voluntary recall over concerns it may be contaminated with salmonella, the Food and Drug Administration announced this week. Lidl — which operates more than 170 stores across nine East Coast states and Washington, D.C. — says the issue was discovered during routine … Read more
Researchers followed more than 10,000 adults as they aged to see how diet relates to mental sharpness. They found people who regularly ate ultra-processed foods had an increased risk of cognitive decline. Ultra-processed foods account for more than half of total calories consumed by Americans. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your … Read more
A little exertion can go a long way in improving health, according to a new study. The research, published Thursday in the journal Nature Medicine, suggests that short bursts of intense movement — the kind that leaves you huffing and puffing — is associated with a lower risk of premature death. For the study, researchers at the … Read more
Chris Hemsworth’s “biggest fear” became a reality when the “Thor” actor found out he carries two copies of a dominant gene that puts him at a greater risk for Alzheimer’s. Doctors say, however, that while the chances of the Australian developing the memory-stealing disease may be greater, he might be able to steer clear by … Read more
Blaring your workout tunes or seeing your favorite band live could actually do you harm — or your ears, at least. A new study shows more than one billion young people are at risk of hearing loss, blaming loud music in headphones and earbuds and noisy music venues as potential causes. According to the World … Read more
Don’t go digging for gold in your golden years. New research suggests that picking your nose could increase your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Bacteria can travel through the nasal cavity’s olfactory nerve — streamlined through a pick — reach the brain and create markers that are “a tell-tale sign of Alzheimer’s … Read more
Summary: Study finds no significant evidence to support the link between following either the Mediterranean diet or a conventional diet and a reduced risk of developing dementia. Source: AAN A number of studies have suggested that eating a healthy diet may reduce a person’s risk of dementia, but a new study has found that two … Read more
Photo: Shutterstock (Shutterstock) New research this week is the latest to suggest that some drugs meant to treat type 2 diabetes might also help prevent dementia in high-risk groups. The study found that older people who used a relatively older class of antidiabetic medication were less likely to develop dementia than those who used other … Read more
COVID-19 can impact the risk of developing a host of neurological disorders. While long COVID’s impact on people is still being critically studied, new research found that the virus may increase the risk of developing memory problems and even Alzheimer’s in the year after initial infection. “It’s really sobering,” says epidemiologist and researcher on the … Read more
Check out more stories from Busted, our series that offers an unfiltered exploration and celebration of our boobs and ourselves during breast cancer awareness month. Let’s be clear from the start: According to countless studies, there is no single food that will either prevent or cause breast cancer. “Using this language creates a lot of … Read more