July 29 is World Heart Day, so it’s a great time to talk about improving your heart health. For those who don’t have time to exercise during the week, there’s good news! New research has come to light showing that longer workouts over the weekend may be nearly as good for the heart as daily […]
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) fully approved the Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, amid some concerns about its safety, cost and accessibility. The move marks the first time that a drug meant to slow the progression of the disease has been granted full regulatory approval. Other approved drugs only target its symptoms. About 6.7 million adults ages […]
Reddit will soon exclusively be a hub for pictures of comedian and Emmy-winning host John Oliver, if protesters get their way. Some of the biggest Reddit communities are now only allowing photos and videos of the comedian, following votes from users. As BBC News reports, a multitude of Reddit communities – known as subreddits – […]
On April 17, the 127th Boston Marathon went off without a hitch, but this year, the finish line had something extra special. Roughly 200 dogs and their owners arrived to pay tribute to Spencer, the official Boston Marathon dog, who died in February from cancer. According to NBC News, the event was dubbed the “Boston Marathon Golden […]
If you’re looking for ways to bond with your cat, the way to their heart is often through their stomach. “Giving treats to your cat can help strengthen the bond between you and your pet,” said Dr. Nicole Savageau, VMD, veterinarian at The Vets, a mobile veterinary service. Cat treats can also be used to train your […]
New research shows that our beloved pets may be hurting our sleep. Though pets can have many positive effects on health, pet ownership was linked with poorer sleep, according to a recent study published in the journal Human-Animal Interactions. As NBC News reports, the researchers looked at data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, which asks questions on […]
Two new studies, done over the course of months and years, show associations between screen time and behavioral and psychological risks for children, adding to a growing body of evidence that excessive use of smartphones and other devices can be deleterious to their health. As NBC News reports, in one study, researchers reported a link […]
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisers will meet this week to discuss simplifying the Covid vaccination schedule, allowing most people to get the currently available booster, regardless of how many doses they had received before that. The agency’s proposal was outlined in briefing documents posted online Monday. Currently, everyone ages 6 months and older are required to complete a […]
As NBC News reports, an experimental drug could eventually offer hope to millions of people struggling with uncontrolled high blood pressure, new research has found. Patients who took a daily dose of the drug, baxdrostat, were able to reduce their blood pressure substantially, compared to a people who got a placebo, according to the study published […]
As NBC News reports, a new study by the National Institutes of Health has found that women using chemical hair-straightening products are at a higher risk of uterine cancer than women who don’t. And, researchers noted that Black women may have a higher risk because they are more likely to use such products more frequently. […]