The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reviewing whether to change the warning label on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) drugs used to treat menopause symptoms, a move many experts say is long overdue. 

“We are in serious discussions now about what to do about the black box warning, and I think you’ll hear somethi... Página completa

Chewing on ice may seem harmless, perhaps even refreshing, but dental experts warn it can actually wreak havoc on your teeth. 

While the occasional crunch of an ice cube isn’t likely to do severe damage, making it a daily habit can lead to enamel damage, cracked fillings and even jaw pain over time.

Ice is among the hardes... Página completa

A Michigan pet treat company is recalling some bags of dog chews after they were found to be contaminated with Salmonella, which can sicken both pets and people.

Best Buy Bones, Inc., based in Mount Morris, announced it is recalling four lots of Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites (one-pound bags) with an expiration date of S... Página completa

Costco shoppers will be able fill prescriptions for Ozempic and Wegovy — two of the most popular weight loss and diabetes drugs — at a discount.

Novo Nordisk, the maker of both medications, announced Friday that the warehouse retailer will sell a four-week supply of the injections for $499 out of pocket at its more than 600 U.S... Página completa

Preschoolers who regularly overeat are likely swallowing their emotions as well, a new study says.

Girls who overeat as preschoolers are more likely to develop anxiety, impulsivity and hyperactivity when they grow into teenagers, researchers reported in the journal BMC Pediatrics.

The results indicate that children’s e... Página completa

A recently approved injectable drug can significantly stall deteriorating health among people newly diagnosed with the most severe form of high blood pressure, a new study says.

Sotatercept reduced patient’s risk of deterioration by 76% due to pulmonary hypertension, or high blood pressure in the heart-to-lung system, researchers rep... Página completa