Don’t be fooled. The FBI is warning against a new scam shilling discounted medical insurance. The bureau issued the warning on April 30, noting that the “emerging” scheme has seen hundreds of people across the country lose thousands of dollars. The FBI issued a warning on April 30, noting that the scams have been “emerging” … Read more
There’s nothing worse than finding something icky in your food. Normally, you tend to see it pretty early on — think, finding a knife in your wrap, or a worm in your Easter bunny. However, Naomi Brosnan wasn’t so lucky, taking to social media to warn others of her disgusting find. “I actually feel violently ill” Aussie … Read more
Hand-me-down wheels or a deathtrap on wheels? Passing down vehicles to teen drivers could be a recipe for disaster, according to a new study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Researchers found that teens driving cars 6-15 years old face a 19% higher risk of death in a fatal crash than those driving vehicles five years old … Read more
It’s just doggone bad luck. Doctors discovered a cyst twice the size of a tennis ball in the pelvis of a pregnant woman who was rushed to the hospital following months of abdominal pain. One veterinarian has issued a warning over a habit treasured by dog owners over fear of tapeworm infection. Ben Ali et … Read more
The beginning of your love’s end starts with these seven words. Relationships don’t usually end over one argument, yet there is one phrase that could be ruinous, according to one marriage expert in a column for CNBC. When couples approach relationship psychologist Mark Travers about problems that stem from an argument, he finds that the … Read more
The FDA issued a public alert on Tuesday concerning generic versions of a widely-used hair loss drug that is frequently distributed by popular telehealth brands like Hims and Keeps. The agency cited 32 reports of adverse events that involved compounded topical finasteride products, which are “potentially putting consumers at risk.” These events include “erectile dysfunction, … Read more
Cam Newton believes in the saying that good advice saves and bad advice kills. In the case of ex-Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava leaving the Volunteers amid an NIL discrepancy, the former NFL MVP worries the young prospect is suffering due to the latter. Iamaleava sat out Tennessee’s spring practice in hopes of landing an NIL … Read more
Lizard venom has played a crucial part in helping humans take a bite out of diabetes and obesity. The Gila monster is a large, magnificent, and venomous desert-dwelling reptile found throughout the southwestern US and Mexico. A toxic bite from the Gila can cause searing pain, loss of consciousness, and in rare cases, death. However, … Read more
As counterfeit Ozempic circulates in the US, the Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to Americans. In an April 14 announcement, the FDA stated that Novo Nordisk — manufacturer of Ozempic and Wegovy — notified the agency that “several hundred units of counterfeit Ozempic (semaglutide) injection 1 mg” were in the US drug supply chain. … Read more
Seedy oil — or seedy advice? On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, wellness guru and biohacker Gary Brecka didn’t mince words in a rant against seed oils, warning that every time you cook with one, you’re dosing yourself with a “micropoison.” He slammed seed oils as a “chemical nightmare” that trigger an … Read more
A dental expert isn’t holding his tongue about a viral oral hygiene trend that could do more harm than good — and even kill you. Dr. Kelcey Loveland from Celebrate Dental and Braces in Las Vegas has issued a stark warning about the increasingly popular practice of tongue scraping. “What many don’t understand is that … Read more
Blood boys. Butthole sunning. Body modifications. There’s no stunt too bizarre for biohackers obsessed with extending their lives — but that doesn’t mean you have to turn yourself into a human guinea pig to get healthy. The Post sat down with Dave Asprey, the self-proclaimed “Father of Biohacking,” to get the inside scoop on the … Read more
A former tanning bed user has warned of their dangers after she spent 15 years battling two bouts of deadly skin cancer. Caroline Madden, 59, cautioned those tempted by tanning booths about the risks posed by exposure to UV rays following her “horrific” health woes. The mom-of-two spent her late teens and twenties getting monthly … Read more
Clean freaks, beware. Before you toss that soggy bath mat into the washing machine for a quick spin — don’t. Laundering your mat at home could do major damage to your appliance, according to one laundry-loving expert. Scott Flint, an appliance repair tech also known as Scott the Fix-It Guy, says they get so heavy … Read more
Alison Arngrim was 48 years old when she publicly revealed she was sexually abused by a family member starting at age 6. It was 2004 when the actress, who played mean girl Nellie Oleson in “Little House on the Prairie,” first told her story to Larry King. She described how appearing in the hit TV … Read more
A fitness and caffeine enthusiast died at the age of 28 from a heart attack — her devastated mother believes energy drinks are to blame. Florida teacher Katie Donnell was committed to a healthy lifestyle — even as she often drank three energy drinks a day and took a caffeine supplement before hitting the gym. … Read more
Listen up, spring breakers. FBI Los Angeles has released a stark warning to people traveling for spring break, telling sunseekers to “maintain vigilance.” The advisory comes after a University of Pittsburgh student disappeared in the Dominican Republic earlier this month. Davis warned that “the risks are there” when it comes to traveling overseas. Mediteraneo – … Read more
At first glance, longevity fanatics might look like a homogenous group of wealthy, white men. But after 25 years in the field, the self-proclaimed “father of biohacking” says there are two distinct camps. “There’s one group of people who are abhorrent of death … and there’s another group that are seeking a vibrant, long life … Read more
QUESTION: Hi Dr. Zac, am I being hoodwinked into buying vitamin supplements, or do they actually work? I’ve been feeling constantly tired despite getting enough sleep, and I suspect I might be low on iron. I’ve looked into supplements, but there are so many options. I’m even being targeted on social media with subscription services, based on … Read more
Are the benefits of lip flips all talk? Experts seem to think so. NYC dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss recently took to TikTok to warn users against the cosmetic procedure, which involves injecting Botox near the upper lip to relax the muscles for patients who don’t want a “gummy” smile. Idriss revealed that she wasn’t aware … Read more