Date: 2025/03/16 - 19:32
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.
Date: 2025/02/27 - 01:33
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.
Date: 2025/02/10 - 21:00
A new review reports that nine people taking semaglutide and tirzepatide — the active ingredient in GLP-1 medications — experienced vision issues, including three potentially blinding eye conditions.
Date: 2025/01/22 - 23:00
New research suggests that drinking sparkling water might help with weight loss. However, the effects of sparkling water on weight loss are quite small, meaning most people will still need to eat well and exercise often to maintain a healthy weight.
Date: 2025/01/14 - 21:00
A study finds that people who engage in just 30 minutes of exercise per week see modest improvements in body weight and body fat but for clinically significant improvements they need a higher average.
Date: 2024/12/20 - 05:32
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force say vitamin D supplements do not reduce the risk of falls or bone fractures in healthy older adults. The draft recommendation notes vitamin D can be helpful for older adults with certain medical conditions like osteoporosis