By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 – For people who are transmasculine or nonbinary, getting a gender-affirming mastectomy can be life-changing. Now, a new study finds there are high levels of satisfaction and…
Vitamin K May Kickstart Healthy Lungs
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 -- It may not get the publicity of some better-known vitamins like D, but vitamin K -- found in leafy green vegetables -- may boost lung health.…
Surgeons Are Finding Microplastics in Human Hearts
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 -- Microplastics appear to be everywhere, including within the tissues of the human heart. A new Chinese report describes doctors finding microplastics in heart tissue both before…
Parasites Plagued Ancient Reptiles 200 Million Years Ago
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 -- Scientists have found evidence of ancient parasites preserved in the dung of an aquatic predator from more than 200 million years ago. The ancient predator --…
Extended Use of Antidepressants May Help People With…
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 -- Modern antidepressants could be effective for long-term treatment of some patients with bipolar disorder, a new trial suggests. Current guidelines discourage use of antidepressants in these…
Could Popular Heartburn Meds Raise Your Odds for…
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 -- Older adults who use certain heartburn medications for years may have a heightened risk of developing dementia, a new study suggests. The study, published Aug. 9…
FDA Approves Izervay for Geographic Atrophy Tied to…
By Lori Solomon HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, Aug. 9, 2023 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Izervay (avacincaptad pegol intravitreal solution) for the treatment of geographic atrophy secondary to age-related macular degeneration. The approval…
After U.S. Warns of Counterfeit Pills Laced With…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, Aug. 9, 2023 -- Following a four-day raid, Mexico has closed 23 pharmacies in Caribbean resorts of Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Tulum for irregular pill sales. Last spring, the…
How Many Daily Steps to Lengthen Your Life?…
By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, Aug. 9, 2023 -- If you’re one of the millions of folks bent on racking up at least 10,000 steps a day, read on. A new study finds that heart…
Sugary Drinks Raise Womens Odds for Liver Disease,…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, Aug. 9, 2023 -- There are plenty of reasons to steer clear of sugary drinks, and new research highlights yet another one: Women who drink sodas and other sweetened drinks…