A new study in Nature Mental Health, based on data from the Global Flourishing Study, reveals a flattening of the U-shaped happiness curve. Surveys of over 200,000 young adults (18-29) across 20+ countries show declining happiness, mental and physical health, and overall life flourishing. This challenges the long-held...
Aon's analysis of 139,000 employees reveals that while GLP-1 diabetes and weight-loss drugs (like Mounjaro, Ozempic, and Wegovy) initially increase healthcare costs, they yield significant long-term savings. After two years, overall healthcare costs for patients fell 7%, reaching up to 13% for those with high adherence. The study...
Florida is set to ban fluoride in public drinking water after the state legislature approved a bill that will remove the mineral and other additives from water sources. The decision comes despite opposition from dentists and public health advocates who highlight fluoride's role in preventing cavities. Governor Ron...
Florida is set to become the second state to ban fluoride in public drinking water after the state legislature passed a bill. The decision opposes the recommendations of dentists and public health advocates who cite fluoride's effectiveness in preventing cavities. The bill, supported by Governor Ron DeSantis's administration,...
A new study published in eBioMedicine links phthalates, chemicals found in plastics and other products, to an estimated 350,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018. Researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine estimate that phthalates contributed to approximately 13% of cardiovascular deaths in the 55-64 age group. While the...
Texas reports 663 measles cases, a rise of 17 since April 25th, with 396 cases concentrated in Gaines County. Eighty-seven patients have been hospitalized, and two unvaccinated children have died. The increase, while slowing, is concerning health officials, who attribute the outbreak to low vaccination rates and misinformation....
New research presented at the American Association for Cancer Research meeting reveals that female cancer survivors experience significantly higher rates of fatigue and depression than male survivors. This disparity, impacting millions of Americans, leads to reduced physical activity and lower quality of life. Women are 69% more likely...
Teddi Mellencamp, Real Housewives alum, shared a photo of her brain surgery scars, reflecting on her stage 4 cancer journey. Diagnosed with brain and lung tumors in February, she's undergone multiple surgeries and treatments. Mellencamp expressed gratitude for her support system and urged others to advocate for their...
Novo Nordisk is expanding access to its weight-loss drug Wegovy by partnering with telehealth providers Hims & Hers, Ro, and LifeMD. This follows a period of shortages, during which many patients turned to cheaper, compounded versions of the drug. The partnerships aim to seamlessly provide Wegovy to patients,...
A new study reveals a strong link between ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption and premature death across eight countries. A 10% increase in UPF intake raises all-cause mortality risk by 3%. In high-UPF consuming nations like the U.S., nearly 14% of premature deaths are attributed to UPFs. The research...
