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A guide to understanding drug interactions
1+ week, 5+ day ago (684+ words) Drug interactions can make a drug less effective. In some cases, they can make a drug more potent, which can be dangerous. Read more to learn about different types of drug interactions, risk factors, and how to help prevent interactions…...
Fruits with the highest amount of sugar
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (933+ words) Fruits with the highest sugar content include bananas, apples, grapes, cherries, and figs. The natural sugars in fruit differ from the added sugars found in some other sweet foods. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that adult females…...
Do GLP-1s cause muscle loss?
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (441+ words) GLP-1 medications can help manage blood sugar levels and support weight loss. However, some people may worry about muscle loss while using these medications. This article explains the risk, who is most affected, and how to protect muscle health during…...
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma blood tests: Results and more
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (940+ words) Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) begins in the lymphatic system. Some people with a diagnosis of NHL will also have lymphoma cells in their bone marrow. This can cause various symptoms, including anemia, swollen lymph nodes, or a rash. A doctor may…...
Does Medicare cover rehabilitation services?
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (745+ words) Medicare is a health insurance program that is available in different parts. Each part of Medicare provides different levels of coverage of several aspects of healthcare. Enrollment in Medicare can help to cover costs of specialist health services. These services…...
Diabetes: GLP-1s might shield lungs from long COVID damage
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (821+ words) Researchers from the University of Hong Kong investigated why people with type 2 diabetes are more likely to experience respiratory complications after COVID-19 and what can be done to prevent this. They discovered that inflammatory immune cells may contribute to lung…...
Ultra-processed foods: Excess fat in blood may harm metabolism
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (785+ words) Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are highly processed foods that contain additives. They generally contain high levels of fat, sugar, carbohydrates, sodium, and energy. There is increasing evidence that they may be harmful to our health. One recent study linked UPF intake…...
Dementia: Even small heart problems may raise risk
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (1026+ words) Over the last few years, research has shown a potential link between cardiovascular health and brain health. Past studies have linked cardiovascular conditions like coronary heart disease, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation to cognitive impairment and an increased risk for…...
Parkinson's: Why do men have higher risk? Brain cell study finds clues
4+ day, 17+ hour ago (865+ words) A new study, presented recently at the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) Forum 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, uncovers genetic changes in brain cells that might help us understand why Parkinson’s is much more prevalent in males. Parkinson’s is the second-most…...
Aging brain: Walking faster may slash cognitive decline risk by 50%
5+ day, 9+ hour ago (984+ words) While walking may appear automatic for many people, it is actually a remarkably complex task. Maintaining a steady pace requires the brain to coordinate balance, vision, movement planning, muscle strength, and sensory feedback simultaneously. Research has long shown that exercising…...