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How Do the Muscle Relaxers Tizanidine and Cyclobenzaprine Differ?
Read more about tizanidine and cyclobenzaprine, their side effects, and their benefits to determine which is best for you.
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Drugs to Avoid if You Have Atrial Fibrillation
Certain drugs can worsen or trigger atrial fibrillation. For this reason, it’s important to be aware of which medications to avoid if you’ve been diagnosed with this condition.
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Chemo Brain Fogginess: What Helps?
Chemo brain affects people still in treatment and cancer survivors. This article suggests ways to offset symptoms and improve cognitive function.
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ICE detainees suffer preventable deaths − Q&A with a medical researcher about systemic failures
ICE detention facilities suffer from outdated systems, a lack of translation services – and a penchant for releasing ailing detainees to reduce the death count.
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A Guide to Lowering Triglycerides With or Without Medication
To lower triglycerides, start by assessing your diet and physical activity levels. Learn when medication would be in order with increased CVD risk.
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How gut bacteria may trigger binge eating or weight gain
Certain gut bacteria may increase the risk that a person will binge eat and become obese, a new study suggests.
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EU regulator backs approval for ARS Pharma's nasal spray alternative to EpiPen
(Reuters) -ARS Pharmaceuticals said on Friday the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has recommended the approval of its needle-free emergency treatment, EURneffy, for allergic reactions. The nasal spray EURneffy is seen as an alternative to EpiPen and other autoinjectors that are filled with epinephrine, a life-saving drug used by people at risk of anaphylaxis and other allergic reactions. Last year the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had declined to approve the spray, a decision that was in c
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US FDA declines to approve Rocket Pharma's immune disorder gene therapy
(Reuters) -Rocket Pharmaceuticals said on Friday the U.S. health regulator declined to approve its gene therapy to treat a rare and severe pediatric disorder that causes the immune system to malfunction, sending its shares down more than 12% in early trading. The Food and Drug Administration, through a so-called complete response letter, has sought limited additional information related to certain processes for the gene therapy, called Kresladi, to complete its review. The company was seeking
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Princess Anne leaves hospital after treatment for concussion
Princess Anne has left the hospital and returned to her southwestern England estate after an accident thought to involve a horse left her with a concussion. The king’s 73-year-old sister had been to Southmead Hospital as a precautionary measure and is expected to make a full recovery after she was injured Sunday while walking at her Gatcombe Park estate.
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India plans incentives for diabetes, obesity drug makers in 2026, government official says
India is planning to offer incentives to promote local manufacturing of GLP-1 drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity, in 2026, a top government official said on Friday. GLP-1 drugs, originally approved to treat diabetes, are also widely being used to treat obesity as they slow digestion, helping patients feel full longer.
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7 youth group members hospitalized after lightning strike in Utah
Seven members of a Utah youth group were taken to the hospital after a lightning strike hit the ground next to where they were hiking Thursday, officials said.
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Ever feel exhausted by swiping through dating apps? You might be experiencing burnout
While plenty of happy couples can trace their meet-cute moment to an online dating app, many others find the never-ending process of likes, swipes, taps and awkward DMs that go nowhere to be exhausting — leading to a phenomenon known as “dating app burnout.” Licensed clinical psychologist Yasmine Saad says that about 3 out of every 4 people she works with use dating apps, and anywhere between 80 to 90% have expressed feeling similar fatigue or burnout as Espitia at some point. Kathryn Coduto,
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Updated COVID vaccines and flu shots recommended for fall: CDC panel
The announcement aligns with the CDC's public health response to the pandemic with it's responses to flu and RSV.
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As COVID-19 ticks up in some places, US health officials recommend a fall vaccination campaign
With fresh COVID-19 cases bubbling up in some parts of the country, health officials are setting course for a fall vaccination campaign. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday recommended new shots for all Americans this fall. COVID-19 deaths and hospitalizations last month were at about their lowest point since the pandemic first hit the United States in 2020.
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You Might Be One of These 4 Types of Introverts
Fun fact: not all introverts are shy or timid
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States with abortion bans saw birth control prescriptions fall post-Dobbs, study finds
After the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision, fewer prescriptions for birth control pills and Plan B were filled in states with strict abortion bans, a study found.
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Most kids get antibiotics for pink eye, study shows. Experts say they're usually not needed
Doctors are prescribing antibiotics to most kids and teens who have pink eye, despite guidelines that discourage their use, researchers reported Thursday. More than two-thirds of U.S. children and teens who saw a doctor for pink eye left with a prescription for antibiotic eye drops, their research found. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends that doctors do not routinely give out antibiotics for what's also called conjunctivitis, which usually clears up on its own.
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Gazans’ extreme hunger could leave its mark on subsequent generations
Hunger, stress, trauma, inadequate sanitation and other factors are converging to create a widespread humanitarian disaster with consequences that could last for generations.
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Justice Department charges nearly 200 people in $2.7 billion health care fraud schemes crackdown
Nearly 200 people have been charged in a sweeping nationwide crackdown on health care fraud schemes with false claims topping $2.7 billion, the Justice Department said on Thursday. Attorney General Merrick Garland announced the charges against doctors, nurse practitioners and others across the U.S. accused of a variety of scams, including a $900 million scheme in Arizona targeting dying patients. “It does not matter if you are a trafficker in a drug cartel or a corporate executive or medical p
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She's fighting to stop the brain disease that killed her mother before it gets her.
They changed careers to search for a cure before she faced her mother's fate. Now they may have found answers for dementia, ALS, Alzheimer's and more.
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A California DA is 'disappointed' that doctor who drove a Tesla carrying his family off a cliff gets mental health diversion instead of a trial
A California judge accepted Dharmesh Patel into a mental health diversion program, giving him the chance to have attempted murder charges dismissed.
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How do I know if I have Covid? Only a test can say for sure
As the summer Covid wave continues, doctors say it's nearly impossible to diagnose a person based on symptoms alone, and testing is the only way to confirm it.
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Athlete’s Foot: What Gets Rid of Fungus for Good?
Athlete’s foot, despite its name, isn’t limited to athletes. Having diabetes and being older increases your risk. Learn which treatments work best.
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The legal odyssey for OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and its owners is complex. Here's what to know
Members of the Sackler family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma have been cast as prime villains in the U.S. opioid epidemic. The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a deal for the company to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of opioids through bankruptcy court. The deal was to be financed largely through the company being converted to a public benefits corporation, with profits being used to fight the opioid crisis, and the owners kicking in up to $6 billion for the same purpose.
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What Causes Nose Acne and How Can I Get Rid of It?
Nose acne refers to minor pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. Most cases are easily treated with over-the-counter remedies. Here’s how to find relief.
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Steps to Prevent Injury When Starting a Workout Routine
Being mindful of your body during exercise is key to injury prevention. Learn how to avoid pain from a workout or sports activity.
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German vaccine panel endorses Astra-Sanofi's RSV shot for infants
Germany's influential vaccine advisory panel said on Thursday all infants in the country should receive AstraZeneca and Sanofi's antibody therapy to protect them against the common respiratory infection RSV. The panel of independent experts known as STIKO is widely followed by family doctors in Germany, Europe's largest pharmaceutical market.
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9 Health Benefits of a Rowing Machine
One of the biggest benefits of a rowing machine is that it’s a low-impact exercise, which is easy on the joints. Learn more about its other health benefits.
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Prosecutors seek 8-month rehabilitation for Australian man charged with drug possession in Bali
Prosecutors in Indonesia on Thursday demanded an eight-month medical rehabilitation for an Australian man charged with possessing methamphetamine on the tourist island of Bali, after his earlier charge of drug trafficking was dropped which would have carried the death penalty. Troy Andrew Smith, from Port Lincoln in South Australia, was arrested on April 30 after police raided his hotel in Legian, a popular tourist spot near Kuta Beach, and seized 3.15 grams (0.1 ounce) of crystal methamphetami
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Walgreens cuts profit view, to shut more stores on spending hit
Walgreens Boots Alliance cut its profit forecast for fiscal 2024 and said it would close underperforming U.S. stores as weak consumer spending hurts retail operations. The drugstore operator's CEO, Tim Wentworth, who came on board last October, had set in motion a complete overhaul at Walgreens through store closures, the removal of multiple mid-level executives and a $1 billion cost-cutting plan. Walgreens had also halved its dividend to 25 cents per share earlier this year in an attempt to c
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Indianapolis is the US city with the highest birth rate, study finds, which could have an impact on its future
Out of the 37 largest US cities, Indianapolis tops the list for highest birth rates, with Seattle last, according to census analysis by SmartAsset.
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US FDA declines to approve Merck-Daiichi's 'guided missile' cancer drug
The FDA cited findings from an inspection of a third-party manufacturing facility in its so-called complete response letter, the companies said late on Wednesday. The companies said they will work with the FDA and the third-party manufacturer to address the feedback. The treatment, called patritumab deruxtecan, is one of three antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) that were part of Merck's up to $22-billion joint development and commercialization deal with Daiichi Sankyo signed last year.
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White noise machines for infants can be dangerously loud, study says
A new study published in the journal Sleep Medicine analyzed existing data about sound levels of white noise machines and concluded that many devices can produce sounds louder than recommended for even adult workers – making them capable of being too loud for infants, who are more susceptible to negative effects of loud noises. "Those devices exceeded what is appropriate for hearing health for any individual, just walking around and living their life," Dr. Isaac Erbele, one of the study's autho
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A 988 crisis lifeline for LGBTQ youths launched a year ago. It's been swamped.
Since the 988 Lifeline LGBTQI+ Subnetwork launched in July 2023, nearly half a million have reached out.
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Tips to clean your ears — and why ENTs want you to stop removing ear wax with cotton swabs and at-home irrigation kits
Ear wax is normal, doctors say, and using swabs can cause more damage.
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SoftBank Group launches AI healthcare joint venture with Tempus AI
TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese technology investor SoftBank Group has launched a joint venture with Tempus AI that aims to analyse personal medical data with artificial intelligence (AI) to come up with treatment recommendations, chief executive officer Masayoshi Son told a briefing in Tokyo. This is the latest in a string of AI investments SoftBank has recently announced as it increases the pace of its investment activity after a muted few years. SoftBank invested around $200 million in Tempus in
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Gun violence prompts doctors to ask patients about home firearm safety
There are about 30 million children across the country living in homes with guns, according to the CDC.
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Daily multivitamin supplements don't help you live longer, study shows
Multivitamin supplements have become a routine addition to many Americans' diets, with as many as 1 in 3 U.S. adults consuming them regularly, but are these daily doses improving overall health and longevity? A study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) published Wednesday found that multivitamins won't help extend your life, with researchers reporting, "multivitamin use to improve longevity is not supported." The study found no evidence that daily multivitamin consumption reduced the
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4 injured, including 2 children, in shooting at Milwaukee gas station
Four people, including two children, were injured in a shooting at a gas station in Milwaukee on Wednesday. A spokesperson for the Milwaukee Police Department told ABC News they are seeking multiple "unknown suspects." The two children, ages 4 and 9, were brought to the hospital with "non-fatal injuries."
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Celine Dion suffers a spasm in raw documentary scene, casting spotlight on stiff-person syndrome
Singer Celine Dion shared a vulnerable moment of her experience with stiff-person syndrome in a raw scene in the new documentary, “I Am: Celine Dion.”
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Scientists report deadly strain of mpox in Africa as WHO warns of a 'critical need'
Scientists in the Democratic Republic of Congo reported that a more severe strain of mpox is circulating in a province.
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Deaths during Hajj: How this year's pilgrimage turned fatal
After 1,300 people died during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, witnesses and experts say high temperatures and difficulties with crowd control made the event dangerous.
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Why are people sleeping with a chin strap? Experts break down TikTok claims of slimmer faces and less snoring.
A TikTok trend has people convinced there's a quick and cheap way to achieve face lift results.
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US FDA approves Verona Pharma's inhaled COPD therapy
(Reuters) -The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted approval to a treatment from Verona Pharma for a chronic lung disease that commonly affects smokers, the U.K.-based company said on Wednesday. U.S.-listed shares of the company surged 11% in extended trading. The U.S. FDA's assent for the therapy, to be sold under the brand Ohtuvayre, is the company's first and provides a new inhaled non-steroidal treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
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2.6 million people died from alcohol in 2019, new WHO report shows
A new report by the World Health Organization, which looked broadly at global substance use for people 15 years and older, shows over 3 million people died from substance use in 2019 and 400 million people live with substance use disorders, which can have a number of negative health impacts. According to the report, 2.6 million deaths were due to alcohol use and 206 million people had alcohol dependence.
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California dad who drove family off cliff will get mental health treatment instead of trial
A California radiologist accused of trying to kill his family by driving off a cliff along the Northern California coast will receive mental health treatment instead of standing trial, a judge ruled. Prosecutors charged Dharmesh A. Patel, 43, with attempted murder after the Tesla he was driving plunged off a 250-foot (76 meters) cliff along the Pacific Coast Highway in San Mateo County, injuring his wife and two young children. San Mateo County District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe said Wednesday
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Matthew Perry's ketamine suppliers could face charges in probe of 'Friends' star's death, sources say
LOS ANGELES — A federal investigation into who supplied actor Matthew Perry with ketamine before his death last year could result in charges against several people, a law enforcement source familiar with the probe told NBC News on Wednesday.
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US health officials strengthen endorsement of RSV shots for oldest Americans
U.S. health officials on Wednesday made a stronger endorsement for RSV vaccinations for people 75 and older, but offered a narrower recommendation for people 60 to 74. Physicians have said that kind of lukewarm recommendation is confusing to patients, challenging to explain, and a likely reason that fewer than 25% of older Americans have gotten a shot. RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a common cause of cold-like symptoms but it can be dangerous for infants and the elderly.
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Smoked salmon sold at Kroger recalled across 15 states
For American consumers who enjoy adding slices of smoked salmon to a bagel or other breakfast dishes, it's time to check the refrigerator, because one producer of the famed Norwegian export has recalled products from stores in 15 states. Netherlands-based Foppen Seafood issued a recall for one lot of its Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices after routine testing revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, the company announced in a statement dated June 22 and shared on the U.S. Food and Drug Adm
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