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Experts Warn Ultra-Processed Foods Are Fueling a Global “Chronic Disease Pandemic”

A growing chorus of scientists now says ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are a major driver of what they describe as a “chronic disease pandemic”, and they are pointing the finger squarely at powerful food companies. In a recent paper in The…

Global Fight Against Cervical Cancer Threatened by US Funding Freeze

In 2011, Maina Modu, an immunization officer in Borno, a northeastern state of Nigeria, experienced a loss that would forever shape his mission in life. His wife, Hauwa, succumbed to cervical cancer, one of 349,000 preventable deaths women face worldwide…

Canada No Longer Measles-Free: Are U.S. Outbreaks on the Horizon?

Canada has officially lost its measles-free status, the Public Health Agency of Canada announced Monday. The country is now considered endemic for the disease, marking the first time a nation in the Americas has lost this designation due to an…

Hormone Therapy for Menopause: Benefits, Risks & Timing

Hot flashes, night sweats, and restless nights don’t have to be an unavoidable part of menopause. That’s according to FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary, who recently addressed hormone therapy for menopause symptoms. The government has announced plans to remove the…

Coffee May Reduce the Risk of Irregular Heartbeats

A recent study suggests that drinking caffeinated coffee is safe for individuals with atrial fibrillation (A-fib) and may even help prevent the condition from recurring. Atrial fibrillation, commonly referred to as A-fib, is a prevalent cardiac condition affecting over 10…

Early Flu Mutation Sparks Warning of Potentially Harsh 2025 Season

New flu virus mutation could see ‘worst season in a decade’ Every winter, the flu strikes — but this year is proving to be different. A seasonal flu virus underwent an unexpected mutation during the summer, sparking an early surge…

Chronic Kidney Disease Ranks Among Top 10 Global Causes of Death, New Analysis Reveals

A new global study has found that chronic kidney disease (CKD) has become the ninth leading cause of death worldwide, highlighting a growing public health concern that demands urgent global attention. Global Rise in Chronic Kidney Disease Cases According to…

Study Finds Daily Alcohol May Cause Early and Fatal Brain Hemorrhages

For those who enjoy a few evening drinks, the latest findings in Neurology may serve as sobering news. A new study warns that consuming three or more alcoholic beverages a day could significantly increase the risk of severe and premature…

How Caffeine Can Help Relieve Headaches — And Other Expert Tips to Prevent Them

Almost everyone experiences headaches at some point in life.The pain can be sharp, dull, throbbing, or stabbing, and may sometimes spread from your head to your scalp, face, or neck. Headaches can last from a few minutes to several days.…

New Study Suggests Radiation May Be Unnecessary for Some Early-Stage Breast Cancer Patients

New research suggests that some women with early-stage breast cancer may not need radiation therapy after surgery. The findings, published in The New England Journal of Medicine, indicate that women at intermediate risk can safely forgo radiation without affecting survival,…
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