Orthorexia, an obsession with healthy eating, is increasingly prevalent, fueled by social media and dietary trends. Experts explain that while healthy eating is beneficial, orthorexia crosses a line when it becomes overly restrictive, causing anxiety and impacting daily life. Signs include extreme food limitations, rigid rules, social isolation,...
Perimenopause symptoms, including mood swings, fatigue, and hot flashes, are common but often difficult to diagnose. Many women initially dismiss symptoms as stress, leading to delayed treatment. Seeking a specialist, like those listed in the Menopause Society database, is recommended for thorough evaluation. Treatment options include hormone therapy,...
A study in Neurology suggests that mini-strokes (TIAs), often undiagnosed, can cause persistent fatigue for up to a year. Researchers followed 354 patients and found 61% experienced increased fatigue two weeks post-TIA, with half reporting fatigue at three, six, and twelve months. The study highlights the need for...
The US is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in 30 years, with over 800 cases reported across multiple states and three deaths. The surge, stemming from initially a few cases in Texas, surpasses 1000 cases including smaller outbreaks. Experts fear this is a harbinger of future outbreaks due...
US drug overdose deaths dropped 27% in 2024 to 80,391, the lowest in five years, according to CDC data. This follows a surge during the COVID-19 pandemic. While synthetic opioids remain the leading cause, their deaths also decreased significantly. Experts attribute the decline to various factors, including harm...
A new study reveals that while broken heart syndrome (takotsubo cardiomyopathy) is more common in women, men die from it at more than twice the rate. Analyzing data from nearly 200,000 hospitalized adults, researchers found an 11% mortality rate in men versus 5% in women. The disparity may...
Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial on racketeering, sex trafficking, and prostitution charges is underway. Dozens of civil lawsuits allege decades of sexual and physical abuse by Combs. The trial is expected to feature testimony related to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a mental health condition often stemming from prolonged abuse....
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is proposing a ban on prescription fluoride supplements for children by October 31st, citing concerns about microbiome alteration. This contradicts recommendations from major health organizations like the CDC and ADA, who support fluoride supplements for children lacking fluoridated water to...
The FDA announced it's removing concentrated ingestible fluoride prescription drugs for children from the market by October 31st. These products, never FDA-approved, are ingested by infants and toddlers. Concerns exist regarding their impact on the gut microbiome, thyroid health, weight, and IQ. The FDA commissioner cited the importance of...
The FDA announced plans to phase out ingestible fluoride supplements for children, citing potential risks to gut health and IQ. This decision follows Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign against fluoride. While the FDA will review the products by late October, it's unclear if a ban or withdrawal...
