It’s not just your nose that suffers when pollen fills the air. A new study suggests having seasonal allergies may increase your risk of suicide, with researchers finding these deaths tend to spike on certain days in particular. And that’s no small matter: an estimated 81 million Americans — or about one in four adults … Read more
A novel gene therapy has been found to significantly slow the progression of Huntington’s disease, offering new hope to sufferers of the incurable disorder that destroys brain cells over time. Drugmaker uniQure reported the results of its small but “groundbreaking” Phase I/II study this week, finding that a high dose of its AMT-130 therapy slowed … Read more
Talk about sexual healing. Pounding headaches can be agony, but there’s an X-rated DIY cure that’s tucked away in your nightstand drawer. About 82% of American women own a vibrator, which are now being used in an unorthodox way by many migraine sufferers. While orgasms might be able to satisfy a headache, people are applying sex … Read more
As spring quickly approaches and allergies ramp up — thanks to the premature pollen bomb that dropped this week, leaving the susceptible more congested than usual — here comes more bad news: Your diet could be making everything worse. That’s because certain foods can aggravate nasal congestion, which could potentially lead to a sinus infection, experts say. … Read more
Long COVID can reduce a person’s IQ by up to six points, worrying research has revealed. A report in the New England Journal of Medicine found that COVID-19 was “associated with longer-term objectively measurable cognitive deficits.” Experts were attempting to learn more about the mentally straining phenomenon commonly referred to as brain fog, brought on … Read more
People with obsessive-compulsive disorder face a much higher risk of death — from natural and unnatural causes, according to a shocking new study out of Sweden. OCD, which affects 2% to 3% of Americans, is characterized by recurring thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors such as excessive hand washing and arranging objects in a precise way … Read more
It’s not you… it’s your acne. A new survey, conducted by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Massachusetts, revealed people struggling with the common skin condition are more likely to be discriminated against when it comes to dating, friendships and job opportunities. The study results, published in JAMA Dermatology on Dec. 6, which involved 1,357 participants, … Read more
For people suffering through a bout of COVID-19, the antiviral Paxlovid has been a godsend. The medication emerged as the go-to antiviral treatment during the pandemic emergency after the Food and Drug Administration granted it emergency use authorization in December 2021. Now, there’s a new antiviral that’s superior to Paxlovid — but Americans can’t get … Read more
Add PTSD therapy to the long list of health benefits enjoyed by Mediterranean dieters. A new study shows that the regimen, which is heavy in whole foods, may help reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder via the gut microbiome, which is integral to proper digestion and maintaining a balance of nutrients throughout the body. “There … Read more
It’s the worst week of the year for asthma and allergy sufferers! Expert warns that third week of September is ‘peak week’ for ER visits related to the conditions as illnesses like the flu surge and pollen counts reach seasonal highs Experts warn that the third week of September is ‘peak week’ for asthma and … Read more