Category: Health & Wellness

Madonna was Hospitalized for Several Days with a “Serious” Bacterial Infection.  Here’s what that means, and the Signs You Should Look Out For

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Madonna’s longtime manager Guy Oseary announced last Thursday on Instagram that the Queen of Pop was quietly hospitalized on Saturday after developing a serious bacterial infection. That led to a “several day stay in the ICU.” As Yahoo News reports, Oseary said that while the 64-year-old’s health is “improving,” she’s “still under medical care.” Her Celebration Tour, which […]

Can Drinking Tea Fight Tooth Decay?

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We pay a lot of attention to physical and mental health. But dental health shouldn’t be overlooked because cavities, gum inflammation, and tooth decay are all linked to cardiovascular disease. But aside from the usual daily brushing and flossing, research shows that partaking in a little afternoon tea time can also help give fight tooth […]

Studies Show Afternoon Naps are Good for Your Brain Health

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Are you feeling a little guilty about your daily, mid-afternoon snooze? Don’t. Research shows that catching a few ZZZs after lunch can be good for your brain. But keep in mind that the length of your nap matters.  According to medical professionals at Johns Hopkins University, while a 30- to 90-minute nap in older adults […]

Makers of Ozempic and Wegovy File Multiple Lawsuits over Compounded, Off-Brand Versions

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Novo Nordisk, the pharmaceutical company that makes Ozempic and Wegovy, filed multiple lawsuits last week against off-brand versions of the wildly popular drugs. In a press release, the company announced that legal action is being taken against certain medical spas, weight loss or wellness clinics, and compounding pharmacies for “the unlawful marketing and sales of non-FDA approved […]

New Study finds Gas Stoves are Bad for Your Health

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Using gas stoves can raise levels of the carcinogen benzene throughout the home to dangerous levels for hours after use, according to a newly released study published last week in the journal Environmental Science & Technology. The study was the first to measure benzene emissions from gas stoves and ovens, and it found evidence that the concentrations […]

Google says its Lens image search can now Help ID Skin conditions

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Google Lens is now able to offer more information on that pesky rash that you’re not sure whether to worry about. In a blog post published this week, Google outlined how the Lens image search feature built into its apps on iOS and Android can “search for skin conditions” like an “odd mole or rash.” As […]

New Research says AI can Detect Early Signs of Pancreatic Cancer

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An artificial intelligence (AI) tool developed by Cedars-Sinai investigators accurately predicted who would develop pancreatic cancer based on what their CT scan images looked like years prior to being diagnosed with the disease. The findings, which may help prevent death through early detection of one of the most challenging cancers to treat, are published in […]

Sick Building Syndrome – What You Need To Know

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Gigantic plumes of smoke from the Canadian wildfires that blanketed the northeastern United States this month provided a striking reminder of the dangers that toxic air can pose — not just in the atmosphere, but also indoors. As New York City dealt with the worst air quality in the world, millions of people scrambled to eliminate the potentially […]

For Better Health, which Should You Do First, Cardio or Weights?

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Some people like to argue whether cardio or weights are better for your health. It’s not a debate because both have benefits, and you should do the exercises you enjoy and that help you achieve your goals. But, if you do both, it’s helpful to know whether you need to prioritize one form of exercise […]