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President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris at a rally

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Biden-Harris Administration Proposes Insurance Coverage for OTC Birth Control

The Biden-Harris administration has proposed a new rule that would expand contraception coverage under the Affordable Care Act for 52 million females of reproductive age.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

How Marvel Star Kat Dennings Manages Migraine Attacks Like a Superhero

Marvel and “2 Broke Girls” star Kat Dennings details her journey managing migraine headaches and why she’s begun raising her voice for treatment reform.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 17:47

How to protect heart health at menopause: 3 experts advise

This Special Feature explains why menopause might impact cardiovascular health, and how women can maintain a healthy heart as they age.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Can arm position affect blood pressure readings?

Certain commonly used arm positions may result in inaccurately high blood pressure readings and lead to a misdiagnosis of hypertension, a new study has found.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Semaglutide boosts heart health, weight loss but may lead to gut problems

A new meta-analysis confirms that semaglutide drugs like Ozempic are not only effective for weight loss, but can also protect the heart. However, certain doses and delivery systems can lead to side effects affecting the gut.

Three sugary powdered doughnuts piled on top of each other like a tower

Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Having a 'sweet tooth' may raise risk of conditions like depression and diabetes

The risk of developing type 2 diabetes, stroke, and depression may be higher in people with a "sweet tooth" who prefer sugary foods, new research suggests.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Semaglutide drugs may help keep Alzheimer's at bay

People with type 2 diabetes who use semaglutide drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy appear to have a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, new evidence shows.

An older man in athleisure wear strecthes one leg high up on a railing

Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Starting physical activity after dementia diagnosis may reduce death risk by 20%

People who maintain or start physical activity of any intensity after receiving a dementia diagnosis may be at a decreased risk for all-cause mortality, a new study suggests.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Vegetarian diets can protect against diabetes, cardiovascular diseases

Vegan and vegetarian diets can help keep type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases at bay, two new scientific reviews show.

Date: 2024/11/01 - 19:38

NIH study demonstrates long-term benefits of weight-loss surgery in young people

Adolescents see a greater remission of type 2 diabetes compared to adults.