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What the Air Quality Index Means for Your Health—and How to Stay Safe
Breathe easy.
NIH Meeting Cancellations Could Impact Cancer Research
Oncologists say the cancellations could disrupt grant review panels and research funding. Medscape Medical News
Importance of Personalized Photoprotection Highlighted
“When you do make recommendations, let’s not forget the importance of instituting culturally competent joint decision-making,” Dr. Susan C. Taylor said. Medscape Medical News
This App Is Using Doctor-Approved AI to Share Menopause Advice—Here’s How
Personalized menopause care at your fingertips.
Sensitive Stomach? These Gut-Friendly Drinks Make for a Perfect Mocktail
Ditch the hangover for these feel-good mocktails instead.
The New Moon in Aquarius Invites You to Shape the Future of Your Dreams
This is your moment to devise a concrete plan for your future.
FDA OKs Esketamine Nasal Spray Monotherapy for Depression
The expanded indication allows esketamine nasal spray to be used as a standalone treatment in adults with MDD who have not responded to at least two oral antidepressants. Medscape Medical News
20+ Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her That She’ll Absolutely Adore
They’re way better than a box of chocolate.
Research could lead to better medicines and new tools in synthetic biology
Proteins are life’s engines, powering processes like muscle movement, vision, and chemical reactions. Their environments-water, lipid membranes, or other condensed phases-are critical to their function, shaping their structure and interactions.
Dapagliflozin plus calorie restriction boosts remission rates in adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity
Findings indicate that dapagliflozin and calorie restriction together improve weight loss and metabolic health, increasing the likelihood of diabetes remission.
Researchers elucidate the significance of birth in neural stem cell maintenance
A research group led by Kazunobu Sawamoto, a professor at Nagoya City University and National Institute for Physiological Sciences, and Koya Kawase, a pediatric doctor at Nagoya City University Hospital, has elucidated the significance of birth in the maintenance of neural stem cells (NSCs).
Study links circulating short-chain fatty acids to type 2 diabetes risk
Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) serve as key signaling molecules linking gut microbiota and host health. Microbially produced SCFAs in the colon are generally acknowledged for their beneficial effects on cardiometabolic health, including enhancing insulin secretion, reducing plasma cholesterol and glucose levels, and controlling energy intake through the modulation of enteroendocrine hormones.
Positive mental well-being can help maintain a physically active lifestyle
According to a recent study, the tendency to experience positive affectivity contributed to people being physically active or even increasing their activity during the COVID-19 restrictions.
Study reveals new mechanism behind gene expression regulation in animal cells
A research team at KAIST has identified the core gene expression networks regulated by key proteins that fundamentally drive phenomena such as cancer development, metastasis, tissue differentiation from stem cells, and neural activation processes.
‘Obsessively Tracking My Fitness Data Was Ruining My Life. Here’s How I Learned to Chill TF Out’
“Eventually, I realized that the very data that was supposed to help me improve my health was starting to become harmful.”
Research develops framework to compare lab, AI, and simulation data
The successful and safe delivery of therapeutics relies on understanding how easily drugs can pass through biological barriers which protect cells.
Competition Remains Elusive in Private Insurance Market
Private insurance markets are increasingly dominated by just a few players, raising concerns about competition, costs, and provider impacts, recent reports reveal. Medscape Medical News
Which Influenza Antivirals Are Actually Helping Patients?
Most commonly used drugs don’t reduce symptoms, hospitalizations, or mortality rates for low- and high-risk patients. Medscape Medical News
Managing GI and Liver Conditions During Pregnancy
Multidisciplinary care is needed to ensure positive maternal and fetal health outcomes, especially in complex or high-risk cases. Medscape Medical News
Boosting Lignan Intake in T2D May Lower Mortality Risk
A diet higher in lignans, a kind of antioxidant found in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, was associated with a reduced risk for mortality in patients with T2D, a large prospective study reports. Medscape Medical News
Study offers new insight into how nature and nurture shape aggression in males
Like humans, mice will compete over territory and mates, and show increased confidence in their fighting skills the more they win.
European Medical Groups Call for Action on Workforce Crisis
Eight European medical organizations have released a joint policy paper for addressing Europe’s ongoing health workforce crisis. Medscape Medical News
Lower-Body Strength Is Linked To Brain Health: Try This MD’s Test To Check Yours
A simple way to check in with your lower-body strength.
Steroids in Pregnancy May Heighten Autism, ADHD Risk in Child
Another piece of research added to the nuance on whether to prescribe glucocorticoids to people who are pregnant. Medscape Medical News
HPV16 vaccine shows promise in treating precancerous cervical lesions
A therapeutic vaccine targeting human papillomavirus type 16 (HPV16) induced regression in high-grade precancerous cervical lesions, according to the results from a phase II clinical trial published in Clinical Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.
Simple Retinal Scan May Help Predict Stroke Risk
Researchers have uncovered vascular “fingerprints” in the eye that are strongly associated with increased risk for stroke. Medscape Medical News
Research Finds Link Between Mental Health & Chest Pain
Is the brain a better indicator of chest pain than the heart?
A ‘Nagging Gap’: Screening Men for Osteoporosis
Despite an increased risk for complications and death in men after fractures, the US Preventive Services Task Force maintains there’s insufficient evidence to recommend osteoporosis screening for men. Medscape Medical News
Actually, It Doesn't Take 21 Days To Form A Habit—A Neuroscientist Explains
The timeline of habit formation may surprise you.
A Guide for Discussing GLP-1s as Obesity Treatments
The author of a new guidebook on GLP-1s and other experts share their tips for how clinicians can optimize patient success for weight loss and other health outcomes. Medscape Medical News
Healthy habits take longer to form than expected
We’re nearly one month into 2025, but if you’re struggling to hold onto your New Year’s resolution, stay strong, as University of South Australia research shows that forming a healthy habit can take longer than you expect.
Are Carrots Really That Great For Eye Health? An Eye Doc Answers
Still waiting on that superhuman vision your parents promised you as a kid?
One Thing That Can Make Yoga More Effective For Easing Lower Back Pain
The best thing you can do when using yoga to improve lower back pain.
Researchers May Have Found A Cause & Treatment For This Common Gut Issue
A lack of some bacteria in the gut seems to be linked to this disease.
Stop DMT in Stable Multiple Sclerosis: Yes or No?
MS patients who achieve long-term stable disease on disease-modifying therapy may want to stop their medication for varying reasons. Is it safe? What do the data show? Medscape Medical News
Bored Of Squats? Upgrade The Burn With This Fun (Yep, Fun) Cardio Variation
Is your usual squat routine getting a bit stale?
Research Finds An 11-Minute Workout That May Improve Heart Health
Basic bodyweight exercises still do the trick.
Cigars & Pipes Increase Risk for Stroke, Other Adverse Outcomes
Use of smokeless tobacco, cigars, and pipes increased the risk for coronary heart disease and heart attacks, according to a new study. Medscape Medical News
You Lose 10% Of This Health Metric Every Decade: Here's How To Improve It
We’re talking about increasing healthspan here, not just lifespan.
This Fun Workout Could Have Major Mind & Body Benefits For Women Over 50
Maybe ABBA was onto something.
Novo Nordisk Next-gen Shot Shows 22% Weight Loss in Early Results
One of Novo Nordisk’s next-generation obesity shots to follow up on the success of Wegovy helped patients lose 22% of their weight in 36 weeks, according to early-stage… Reuters Health Information
Loneliness During Adolescence May Affect Health in Adulthood
Increased loneliness during adolescence was associated with an increased risk for depression and asthma in adulthood, suggesting that early intervention could improve long-term health outcomes. Medscape Medical News
Patients, Outcomes Similar at Academic, Community Hospitals
Data suggest that patients are not more complex at academic hospitals and that resident training at these sites prepares doctors to work in all settings. Medscape Medical News
Home Cannabis Smoke Leaves Traces in Children's Urine Tests
Children living in households with reported in-home cannabis smoking show five times higher odds of having detectable THC equivalents in their than those without exposure. Medscape Medical News
Dapagliflozin and Calorie Restriction Achieves T2D Remission
The combined regimen achieved a higher remission rate than calorie restriction alone in people with overweight or obesity and type 2 diabetes. Medscape Medical News
Birch Bark Gel Shows Sustained Benefits for EB
Long-term treatment with Oleogel-S10 was well tolerated in patients with epidermolysis bullosa, in the 24-month open-label phase of a phase 3 study. Medscape Medical News
This Is How Often You *Need* To Replace Your Underwear
It’s probably time to let go.
Jumpstart Your At-Home Workout Routine With an Obé Fitness Subscription—Now Just $99 for the Full Year
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Your Daily Horoscope for January 24, 2025
Make spontaneous plans for tonight.
Wait, Can You Be Allergic to Your Partner’s Semen?
Spoiler: It’s rare but possible.
How Long Do Cooking Oils Actually Last? An Expert Weighs In
The debate over the healthiest cooking oils has been raging for the last few years and is still going strong. From olive to canola, coconut to avocado, there are a plethora of cooking oils to choose from. Regardless of which you like best, each type of oil does have an expiration date. While some seem to last forever, […]
Science Says You Need a Pre-Workout Playlist. Here Are the 6 Best Songs to Get You in the Zone
“Getting yourself into a state to perform pre-workout is almost as important as the workout itself.”
20 Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him That He’ll Totally Love
Hold the cheese, please.
ClassPass Wants You to Meet ‘The One’ This Valentine’s Day With New Workout Series
An IRL alternative to dating apps? Yes, please!
Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Here’s How To Tell the Difference
Plus, how to get the support you need.
Yes, You Need These Cold-Weather Accessories to Survive This Winter (and They’re Almost All Under $20)
Stay toasty.
Your Daily Horoscope for January 23, 2025
Just stop the scroll.
Introspection Burnout: How to Get a Grip on Self-Improvement Culture
how to find the “happy medium” between self-growth and simply living.
The 6 Best Dairy-Free Creamers That Are a Delicious Upgrade to Your Coffee Routine
Recommended by RDs.
It’s Time You Gave the Mighty Chickpea the Love It Deserves
Chickpeas have become a hallmark of plant-based and vegetarian diets, likely due to the increasing popularity of “veganuary,” a month-long, plant-based eating challenge that started in the UK and has since spread worldwide. But honestly? It’s a shame to leave chickpeas to the vegans or only give them your attention when you’re trying to eat less meat. The […]
The 4 Best Stretches for Your Hip Abductors, According to a Personal Trainer
Spoiler: They feel *amazing*
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and Here’s Whether Coffee Is Actually Good for Your Gut’
Lock in, latte lovers.
What’s the Difference Between Concentric, Eccentric, and Isometric Muscle Contractions?
Plus, why they’re all worth including in your workout.
Hold On, Can You Get Pregnant On Your Period?
The old wives’ tale says “no,” but experts say otherwise.
How to Support Yourself or Someone Else Who’s Been Affected by the LA Fires
The self-care and community-care guide we all need.
How to Actually Enjoy the Silence (If You Need Constant Noise)
Here’s why you might feel the need the fill your day with noise.
Your Daily Horoscope for January 22, 2025
Get ready to solve some mysteries today.
Love Skims But Hate the Price Tag? These Walmart Dupes Are Just as Buttery Soft for Half the Cost
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