Category: Chưa phân loại
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Who Should Get the RSV Vaccine?
Although respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is often associated with children, adults can also get it. RSV usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms such as cough, congestion, and a runny nose. However,…
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8 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Quit Alcohol for a Month
Key Takeaways Taking intentional breaks from drinking can open the door to a healthier relationship with alcohol. Limiting alcohol use brings health benefits, including improved mental function, decreased stress on…
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Do You Really Have to Throw Out That Expired Food?
Most food date labels indicate quality, not safety, so passing the printed date does not automatically mean a food belongs in the trash. The foods in your fridge and pantry…
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Mounjaro Gets FDA Approval to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk in People With Type 2 Diabetes
Key Takeaways The FDA has approved Mounjaro to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk for these events.…
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Doctors Explain What’s Going on With the ‘Explosive Diarrhea’ Parasite Linked to Lettuce
Key Takeaways Wash fresh produce thoroughly under running water to reduce the risk of Cyclospora infection, though this may not completely eliminate the risk. Cooking vegetables and avoiding uncooked fruits…
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We Asked a Food Safety Expert If Ground Beef Is Still Safe to Eat Right Now
Key Takeaways Recent beef recalls and government plans to increase imports have fueled concerns about meat product safety. Imported beef must guarantee to have the same sanitation standards as the…
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Lettuce and Salad Greens Emerge as Potential Source of ‘Explosive Diarrhea’ Outbreak
Health officials in Michigan said lettuce or salad greens are a potential source of the cyclosporiasis outbreak that’s been reported in at least 34 states. Cyclosporiasis is a parasitic infection…
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A New Pancreatic Cancer Drug Could Buy Patients More Time
Key Takeaways Rasonque is a new FDA-approved medication for advanced pancreatic cancer. The daily pill targets RAS mutations and offers a new option for people whose cancer has progressed after…
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ZYN Pouches May Be Lower Risk Than Cigarettes. Experts Say That Doesn’t Mean It’s Safe
The popular electronic vapes have some competition in the nicotine business: ZYN pouches. The tobacco-free product, which can be discreetly placed under the lip, has become the latest trend among…
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What to Know About the 2026–2027 COVID-19 Vaccines
Key Takeaways Four updated COVID-19 vaccines are available for the 2026–2027 season, all targeting the JN.1-lineage XFG variant. Eligibility varies by vaccine, with all four approved for adults 65 and…
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An Experimental One-Time Treatment Could Cut ‘Bad’ Cholesterol for Years
Key Takeaways VERVE-102 is an experimental gene-editing therapy that may lower LDL cholesterol by turning off the PCSK9 gene in the liver. In a phase 1 trial, LDL cholesterol levels…
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This Experimental Pill Mimics a Hormone Produced During Intense Exercise
Key Takeaways ENV-308 is an experimental pill designed to preserve muscle mass and support weight maintenance after stopping GLP-1 medications. In Phase 1 trials, ENV-308 was well tolerated, showed rapid…
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This New Oral Pill Could Make Lowering LDL Cholesterol Easier
Key Takeaways Lipfendra is the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor approved to lower LDL cholesterol. In clinical trials, Lipfendra lowered LDL cholesterol by about 56%-59% for patients who were already taking…
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A Food Safety Expert Explains How to Wash Produce to Reduce Cyclospora Risk
Key Takeaways Always wash fresh produce under cold running water and use your hands to agitate the surface. Avoid using water baths, as they can spread bacteria to other produce.…
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Getting Cyclospora Won’t Help You Lose Weight, Doctors Say
Key Takeaways Cyclosporiasis doesn’t lead to lasting weight loss; the weight that people lose is mostly water and electrolytes from severe diarrhea. Cyclosporiasis symptoms, including explosive diarrhea, can last for…