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Alzheimer’s disease may damage the brain in two phases
Allen Institute and UW School of Medicine brain mapping study uncovers which cell types may be harmed first.
Vaccine uptake influenced by politics, socioeconomics
Faccine uptake was lowest among Black Americans, individuals with incomes below $30,000 and those with a high school education or less. Female, Black and Hispanic respondents were less likely to get vaccinated early. At the same time, individuals aged 45-65, those with postgraduate degrees, and Independents and Democrats were more likely to be early adopters
Stem cell therapy reverses type 1 diabetes in world first
This achievement is being hailed as a major medical breakthrough, as it offers a potential cure for a disease that, until now, could only be managed but not cured.
Buyer beware: Off-brand Ozempic, Zepbound and other weight loss products carry undisclosed risks for consumers
The dietary supplement market has sought to cash in on the GLP-1 demand with pills, teas, extracts and all manner of other products that claim to produce similar effects as the brand names at a much lower price.
Abortion Emerges as Most Important Election Issue for Young Women, Poll Finds
Nearly 4 in 10 women under 30 surveyed in September and early October told pollsters that abortion is the most important issue to their vote. Just 20% named abortion as their top issue when KFF conducted a similar survey in late May and early June.
Happiness class is helping clinically depressed school teachers become emotionally healthy − with a cheery assist from Aristotle
The heart of the course is an academic, personal and experiential exploration of evidence-based positive psychology interventions. These are intentional practices that can improve mood, optimism, relationships and physical wellness and offer a sense of purpose. Examples include gratitude, acts of kindness, savoring, mindfulness, mood music, practicing forgiveness and journaling about your best possible future self.
What is pelvic organ prolapse and how is it treated?
Pelvic organ prolapse can be distressing or embarrassing and interfere with everyday activities. But it’s also common. For many women treatment is simple, effective and doesn’t involve surgery.
Abortion Emerges as Most Important Election Issue for Young Women, Poll Finds
Nearly 4 in 10 women under 30 surveyed in September and early October told pollsters that abortion is the most important issue to their vote. Just 20% named abortion as their top issue when KFF conducted a similar survey in late May and early June.
Fentanyl 101
As little as 2 mg of fentanyl (which can fit on the tip of a pencil) can be enough to kill the average American. People can also unknowingly consume fentanyl when it is mixed into or sold as other drugs, including heroin, cocaine, or counterfeit pills.
Health News Headlines
Harris calls for Medicare to cover in-home senior care – Texas abortion ban straining OB/GYNs – Medicare pilot aims at $2 generic drugs – COVID linked to increased risk of heart attacks, stroke and death three years after infection
Jaw Problems Linked to Bone-Modifying Drugs Not as Rare as Once Thought
Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) can cause parts of the jawbone to breakdown and die.
Asian Health Center Tries Unconventional Approach to Counseling
Asian Health Services is trying to address a shortage of mental health professionals by training community-based health workers to provide counseling under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
UW Biochemist David Baker receives Nobel Prize
By harnessing the power of computing, Baker has transformed biological research.
Poppy Seed Brew Triggers Morphine Overdose, Drawing Attention of Lawmakers
After eating lemon poppy seed bread or an everything bagel, mothers reportedly have been separated from newborns because the women failed drug tests.
Poppy seeds come from the plant that produces opium and from which narcotics such as morphine and codeine are derived. During harvesting and processing, the seeds can become coated with the opium fluid.