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Date: 2024/11/07 - 04:00
Quincy Jones Lived with Brain Aneurysms, Diabetes for Years Before His Death at 91
Music legend Quincy Jones, known for producing Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” album and other hits, managed living with two brain aneurysms and type 2 diabetes years before his death at 91.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
Around 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Suspect They Have ADHD. What Are the Signs?
A new survey reports that 25% of adults in the United States believe they have ADHD, but half of them don’t tell their doctor about their suspicions. People with undiagnosed ADHD may not be receiving the treatment they need to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
How Ozempic, GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Affect the Brain to Curb Substance Misuse
A recent study found significant reductions in opioid overdose and alcohol misuse among people taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic. These medications interact with a part of the brain that can help suppress appetite, which may also help curb addictive behaviors.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
New Cervical Cancer Treatment Improves Survival Rates, Clinical Trial Shows
Results from a phase 3 clinical trial show promise for a new standard of care for treating people with advanced cervical cancer. The new treatment includes a combination of induction chemotherapy followed by chemoradiotherapy.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
80% of Strokes Are Preventable. Here's How to Reduce Your Risk
New guidelines for stroke prevention from the American Stroke Association highlight unique risk factors for women and how social determinants of health impact stroke risk. The new recommendations emphasize the benefits of GLP-1 drugs, a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight.