Search Result For: West African

Date: 2025/02/27 - 01:33

Child Dies of Measles in Texas, Low Vaccination Rates Driving the Outbreak

An unvaccinated child has died of measles in Texas, the first measles death in the U.S. since 2015. At least 124 people have contracted measles in Texas since the outbreak began in January. Most adults don't need to be revaccinated against measles, but some groups may wish to consider a booster.

person in white sweater holding GLP-1 drug syringe

Date: 2025/02/25 - 21:00

Which diabetes drugs are linked to the lowest depression risk?

Compared to other diabetes medications, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic were associated with a lower risk for depression in a recent study.

Date: 2025/02/17 - 20:00

Federal Judges Block Executive Orders Targeting Trans People: What to Know

Federal judges temporarily halted executive orders issued by President Trump targeting the transgender community. Health agencies restored deleted webpages with DEI language and gender affirming care for trans minors will resume. An executive order barring trans girls and women from playing sports is still under litigation.

A blood test tube on a metal tray with gauze on the side

Date: 2025/02/14 - 22:00

New test may detect Alzheimer's years before tau clumps show up in scans

Scientists have identified a biomarker for Alzheimer's that may help doctors spot the early signs of protein buildup in the brain before it causes significant damage.

Date: 2025/02/09 - 18:00

Comedian Wanda Sykes Says Humor Helped Her Through Her Breast Cancer Journey

Comedian Wanda Sykes is raising breast cancer awareness in a new commercial airing on Superbowl Sunday. After Sykes was diagnosed with stage 0 breast cancer she underwent a double mastectomy.

An adult eats a bowl of salad from a table full of plates of fruits and vegetables.

Date: 2025/02/06 - 20:00

Can too much ‘good’ cholesterol increase glaucoma risk?

A new study suggests that adults over the age of 55 with too much "good" HDL cholesterol may be at a higher risk of developing glaucoma.

A person holding two forks and getting ready to eat a slice of marble cake and another dessert at a table

Date: 2025/01/30 - 17:00

'Hidden hunger' with diabetes: Deficiency in these vitamins, minerals may be culprit

A lack of essential micronutrients, such as vitamin D and magnesium, as well as a few others, may be behind 'hidden hunger' associated with type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests.

bowls of green olives and glass of white wine

Date: 2025/01/30 - 17:00

How a Mediterranean diet might protect the brain's white matter

In a study of Hispanic/Latino adults, adhering closely to a Mediterranean-style diet appeared to improve brain health, particularly by preserving white matter integrity.

Date: 2025/01/30 - 15:32

Regular Flossing Linked to Better Heart Health, Reduced Stroke, AFib Risk

Poor oral health could be a potential risk factor for cardiovascular disease. New research shows that good oral health habits, such as flossing, may reduce the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation (AFib).

Date: 2025/01/28 - 16:32

America’s Best Hospitals for 2025 Named by Healthgrades

Healthgrades has released its annual list of the top 250 hospitals in the United States. The health information website narrowed down that list to the top 100 hospitals and top 50 hospitals. California had 11 of the medical facilities named in the top 50 while Pennsylvania had seven and Florida had five.