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Date: 2025/01/24 - 02:32
Health Agency Reports from CDC, FDA, and NIH Halted by Trump Officials
The Trump administration ordered an immediate pause on public communications from federal health agencies like the CDC, FDA, and NIH. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) says it expects the pause to be temporary.
Date: 2025/01/22 - 00:32
GLP-1 Drugs Benefit Brain and Heart Health, but May Cause Kidney, GI Issues
A large study published in Nature Medicine reviewed the effects of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro on 175 different health outcomes. The findings show benefits for brain and heart health, but risks of developing gastrointestinal, kidney, and pancreatic issues.
Date: 2025/01/17 - 02:35
Cancer Risk Prompts FDA Ban of Red Dye from Food and Ingested Drugs In US
The FDA issued a ban on the use of red dye No. 3 in food and beverage products and ingested drugs. The synthetic dye has been linked to cancer in animal studies and was banned more than 30 years ago in cosmetics and topical drugs.
Date: 2025/01/16 - 02:32
Processed Red Meat May Raise Risk of Cognitive Decline, Dementia
Dementia cases in the U.S. are expected to double by 2060, and poor diet is considered a risk factor. A new study found that eating processed red meat is associated with a 13% higher risk of dementia and cognitive decline.
Date: 2025/01/08 - 23:32
Morning Coffee May Help You Live Longer, Reduce Cardiovascular Disease Risk
A first-of-its-kind study found that morning coffee drinkers have a lower risk of all-cause mortality and cardiovascular disease-related death compared to those who drink coffee throughout the day or not at all.
Date: 2025/01/08 - 05:32
Why the Surgeon General Is Calling for Revised Guidelines on Alcohol Use
A new advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General states that regular alcohol consumption, even in moderation, can increase the risk of certain cancers. The new guidelines recommend that cancer warnings be placed on the labels of alcoholic beverages, including beer and wine.
Date: 2024/12/14 - 00:32
Cervical Cancer Screening Includes New Self-Collection Method for HPV Testing
For the first time, cervical cancer screening guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force include self-collection of HPV samples for females starting at age 30, which could help make screening more accessible.