Does the New mRNA Flu Shot Work Better Than a Traditional Flu Shot? What the Science Says

Key takeaways The FDA approved mFLUSIVA, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults 50 and older. Clinical trials showed that mFLUSIVA was approximately…

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…

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…

Another Blood Test Is Now Approved for Colorectal Cancer Screening

Close Key Takeaways SimpleScreen CRC is a new FDA-approved blood test that screens for colorectal cancer. Patients can ask their doctor to order…

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…

This New Wristband Could Change How You Monitor Blood Pressure at Home

Close Key Takeaways Hilo Core combines an FDA-cleared blood pressure cuff with a wearable band to help people track blood pressure trends over…

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…

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…

PCOS Gets a New Name: PMOS. What Does It Mean for Diagnosis and Treatment?

Key Takeaways PCOS has been renamed PMOS to better reflect its metabolic and hormonal effects beyond reproductive health. PMOS affects about 1 in…

Is Nicotine Cool Again? Health Experts Warn Against Trendy Nicotine Pouches

Close Key Takeaways Nicotine pouch sales have surged partly due to marketing efforts. Even independent of tobacco, nicotine is highly addictive and can…

Medicare Program to Offer GLP-1 Drugs for $50 Per Month Starting in July

Key Takeaways The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program will cover weight loss drugs for a $50 monthly copay for eligible beneficiaries through Dec. 31,…

Why Estrogen Patches Are So Hard to Find Right Now

Key Takeaways The FDA has removed the black box warning on hormone therapy, which had previously discouraged its use due to overstated risks.…

How Does Eli Lilly’s New Weight Loss Pill Compare to the Wegovy Pill?

Key Takeaways Foundayo is a newly approved GLP-1 weight loss pill that can be taken any time of day, with or without food.…

What You Should Know About the Recent Xanax Recall

If you have a prescription for the anti-anxiety medication Xanax (alprazolam), check your bottle. On March 17, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…

Why Viruses Spread Fast on Cruises, Even on Top-Rated Ships

Key Takeaways Viruses like norovirus might spread more easily on a cruise ship because passengers spend extended time in close quarters and share…
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