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Date: 2025/03/19 - 01:00

Heavy Periods During Perimenopause Linked to Fatigue. Here's How to Cope

A study found abnormal menstrual bleeding during perimenopause is associated with fatigue. Heavy menstrual bleeding is common during perimenopause and can lead to iron deficiency anemia, a well-known cause of fatigue.

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Date: 2025/03/18 - 23:31

Is brain inflammation at the core of cognitive decline? What latest research says

Inflammation may be at the core of cognitive decline as recent studies offer clues on how herpes simplex virus-1, antibiotics, antivirals, and vaccines may have different effect on dementia risk.

Date: 2025/03/17 - 19:30

NIH-funded study identifies potential new stroke treatment

Preclinical study in rodents suggests that uric acid is ready for human clinical testing.

Date: 2025/03/17 - 15:01

Mounjaro can boost weight loss in people without diabetes

People without diabetes can lose up to 13% of their starting weight in 6 months using tirzepatide (Mounjaro) as an off-label treatment, according to a new study funded by pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly.

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Date: 2025/03/16 - 19:32

'White Lotus' Characters Pop Lorazepam Pills, Highlighting Risks of the Drug

In Season 3 of the HBO series "The White Lotus," some characters pop lorazepam like candy, highlighting the potential for dependency and misuse. The prescription drug is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety, panic attacks, and insomnia due to anxiety or situational stress.

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Date: 2025/03/15 - 15:32

3 factors may lower depression risk, new evidence suggests

An orange a day, regular moderate-to-vigorous exercise, and GLP-1 drugs for diabetes treatment have all been linked to a lower risk of depression in recent studies.

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Date: 2025/03/14 - 17:30

Topical steroid withdrawal diagnostic criteria defined by NIH researchers

Criteria may help guide treatment of dermatitis.

Date: 2025/03/11 - 01:32

Treating Males for Bacterial Vaginosis May Reduce Recurrence in Females

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is not classified as a sexually transmitted infection, but the results of a new study could change that. Evidence shows that BV occurs in men, and Australian researchers say that treating both partners could help lower high BV recurrence rates in women.

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Date: 2025/03/10 - 19:00

Could an imbalance in gut bacteria predict MS severity?

The ratio of two types of bacteria in the gut microbiome may be able to predict disease severity in multiple sclerosis, according to a recent study in mouse models of the disease.

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Date: 2025/03/09 - 22:00

Adding 2,500 Daily Steps May Improve Heart Health In Female Cancer Survivors

Moderate daily exercise significantly reduced the risk of death from cardiovascular disease among female cancer survivors, a new study found. Each additional 2,500 steps per day was associated with a 34% further reduction in death risk.