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21 Jul
Early Access to Smartphones May Have Serious Mental Health Consequences in Early Adulthood
A new study finds kids given smartphones before the age of 13 are more likely to have poorer mental health by the age of 18.
18 Jul
GLP-1 Medications May Increase the Risk of Severe Acid Reflux
A new study finds patients with type 2 diabetes who take GLP-1 receptor agonists are 27% more likely to develop gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) compared to those taking other common drugs called SGLT-2 inhibitors.
17 Jul
Added Sugars and Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Early Puberty in Children
A new study finds both added sugars and artificial sweeteners are associated with a higher risk of early puberty, especially in children with a genetic predisposition.
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 21, 2025
GI Cancers On The Rise Among Younger Adults
GI cancers among people 50 and younger are rising at an alarming rate, increasing in the U.S. faster than any other type of early onset cancer, according to a pair of new studies.
Cancers of the colon, stomach and esophagus have all increased in recent years, threatening the health of younger Americans, researchers say.
Between 2010 ... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 21, 2025
Eggs Guilt-Free For 'Bad' Cholesterol, Experiment Shows
A new egg study has produced sunny-side-up results for the oft-maligned breakfast staple.
Eggs are commonly thought to increase risk of heart disease by raising people’s cholesterol levels.
But people who ate two eggs a day experienced reductions in their “bad” LDL cholesterol levels, as long as the rest of their di... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 21, 2025
Increasing Walk Cadence Counters Frailty Among Seniors, Study Says
Putting a little more pep in the step could help elderly folks improve their health and remain independent, a new study says.
Older adults who slightly increased their walking cadence wound up with substantial improvements in physical function, researchers reported July 17 in the journal PLOS One.
Just 14 or more extra steps... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 21, 2025
Slower Arm Movement Increases Fall Risk Among Seniors
Seniors might be more prone to bone-breaking falls because they are unable to react quickly enough to regain their balance, a new study says.
When a person starts to slip and fall, their natural response is to raise their arms in an attempt to restore balance.
But seniors 65 and older throw out their arms more slowly when slipping th... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 21, 2025
Male Virility Affected By Minimal Rises In Blood Sugar, Study Says
Even small increases in blood sugar might put a dent in a man’s virility, a new study says.
Minimally elevated blood glucose levels are linked to a decline in sperm movement and erectile function, even if levels are below the threshold for diabetes, according to findings presented at the Endocrine Society’s recent meeting in Ca... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 21, 2025
Seven Seconds Can Protect Pedestrians At Intersections
A seven-second head start for pedestrians can save lives and prevent injuries at busy intersections, a new study says.
Pedestrian-related injuries dropped by 33% at crosswalks where New York City rejiggered traffic lights to give walkers those extra seven seconds, researchers report in the journal Nature Citie... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter July 20, 2025
Why Experts Say You Shouldn’t Feed Wild Animals
Feeding wild elephants might seem kind or exciting, but a new study warns it can lead to serious harm.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego say that giving food to wild animals — especially elephants — can change their behavior in dangerous ways.
“Many people, especially foreign tourists, think Asia... Full Page
Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter July 19, 2025
Summer Drinking Poses Unique And Sobering Risks
Lift a toast to summer fun but don’t let risky drinking ruin the party.
Too much alcohol can be deadly in the summer heat, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism warns.
And 1 in 6 Americans is a binge drinker.
"Think before you drink," the institute urges. "Avoiding beverages containing alcohol while... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
FDA Approves Juul E-Cigs for Sale, Years After Ban Attempt
After years of legal battles and health concerns, Juul Labs has the go-ahead to sell some of its electronic cigarettes in the United States.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said that it will allow Juul to market its e-cigarette device and tobacco and menthol refill cartridges.
The agency said the products may help adult s... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
8 Babies Born Using New IVF Technique to Prevent Rare Genetic Diseases
A new IVF technique helped eight babies in the U.K. avoid serious inherited diseases, and scientists are calling it a breakthrough.
All eight children were born using a method that uses DNA from three people: the mother, the father and a donor.
The goal? To prevent the babies from inheriting mitochondrial diseases, a group of rare an... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
Trump Diagnosed With Common Vein Condition in the Legs
President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with a vein condition that affects many older adults, the White House said.
Trump, 79, recently noticed some mild swelling in his lower legs. After a medical checkup, doctors found he has chronic venous insufficiency, a condition where blood has trouble flowing back to the heart.
That&r... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
Hispanic People Have Unexplained Higher Risk For Nerve Disorder
Hispanic people are more likely to develop peripheral neuropathy than white people, and it’s not clear why, a new study has found.
Hispanic folks were 32% more likely than white people to have this nerve disorder even after accounting for known health, lifestyle and social risk factors, researchers reported July 16 in the journal
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
Diabetic Women Should Be Asked About Desire For Kids At Every Doctor's Visit, Guidelines Say
Doctors should ask diabetic women at every visit about their intention to have a child, to make sure they get the appropriate care prior to conception, new guidelines say.
This will help avoid miscarriages and birth defects among women who have diabetes before pregnancy, the authors write in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & ... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
Nieces, Nephews Become Dementia Caregivers Unexpectedly, Study Says
Two-thirds of nieces and nephews caring for an aging relative with dementia never expected to wind up with that responsibility, a recent small-scale study says.
These caregivers say they either gradually fell into the role, or had it forced upon them by family circumstances, according to findings published recently in the journal The G... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
Depression Risk Greater In Some Women With Premature Menopause
Some women have a greater risk of depression as they go through premature menopause, according to a new study.
Premature menopause occurs when the ovaries stop functioning normally before age 40, researchers said in background notes.
The condition has been linked with a more than tripled risk for depression and nearly quintupled risk... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
What Are The Best Treatments For Chronic Hives?
Hives can drive a person crazy, covering parts of the body with maddeningly itchy welts.
Now, a new evidence review has identified the most effective treatments for people who suffer from chronic hives.
The injectable antibody drug omalizumab and a yet-to-be-approved pill called remibrutinib are among the most effective treatments fo... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter July 18, 2025
Poor Oral Health Potentially Linked To Chronic Health Problems
Poor dental health could be a harbinger of chronic illnesses like type 2 diabetes and heart disease, a new study warns.
People with missing teeth, coated tongues and other signs of poor oral health also were more likely to have elevated blood sugar, high cholesterol and diminished kidney function, researchers reported recently in the J... Full Page
Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter July 17, 2025
Florida House Cat's Latest Conquest Yields New Virus Discovery
Florida virologist John Lednicky couldn’t have a more devoted research partner than his sleek black house cat Pepper.
Pepper, an avid hunter who often leaves "gifts" for his people, made news last year for his role in helping detect the arrival in the U.S. of an exotic germ called jeilongvirus. Now, he’s at it again.
Thi... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter July 17, 2025
Living Near Polluted Missouri Creek as a Child Tied to Later Cancer Risk
Folks who grew up near a polluted Missouri creek during the 1940s through 1960s may have higher odds for cancer now, new research shows.
The study focused on Coldwater Creek in St. Louis County. The area was contaminated with radioactive waste from the U.S. government’s atomic bomb program during World War II.
Back then, uraniu... Full Page
I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter July 17, 2025
RFK Jr. Fires Two Trump-Appointed Senior Officials in Ongoing HHS Restructuring
U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has removed two senior officials who were appointed by President Donald Trump.
Heather Flick Melanson, chief of staff, and Hannah Anderson, a top policy adviser, were both let go recently. The decision came as a surprise to several federal health officials.
Both wom... Full Page
