While both the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines are considered safe and highly effective, new research finds the Moderna shot has been the safest and most effective for seniors. “The results of this study can help public health experts weigh which mRNA vaccine might be preferred for older adults and older subgroups, such as those… read on > read on >
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Marijuana Use by Youth: After Legalization, Education Seems to Matter
After their U.S. states legalize marijuana, young adults who aren’t in college are more likely than college kids to use the drug and progress to cannabis use disorder, a new study finds. Prior to legalization, 23% of non-college young adults reported using cannabis in the past month, and after legalization it went up to 28%,… read on > read on >
Bullying Could Help Bring on Headaches for Teens
So, your high schooler has been complaining of headaches. Should you worry? Maybe, claims new research that finds bullying and suicidal thoughts are both linked to more frequent headaches in teens. “Headaches are a common problem for teenagers, but our study looked beyond the biological factors to also consider the psychological and social factors that… read on > read on >
Memory Troubles? Your Race Could Affect How Soon You Get Diagnosis, Treatment
Black Americans are less likely to be seen at a memory clinic than their white peers. So too are folks from neighborhoods that are poor and lack educational and job opportunities, according to a new study. That could mean later diagnosis and treatment for dementias like Alzheimer’s disease. The research, published online Aug. 2 in… read on > read on >
Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo Will Replace Fauci to Lead National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo was named on Wednesday to become the next head of the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, a job most recently held by Dr. Anthony Fauci, well known for his work on HIV and the pandemic. Marrazzo will start her new job in the fall. She is currently the director… read on > read on >
AHA News: Mom of 2 Survived Heart Failure During Pregnancy and Became Certified Paramedic
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 2, 2023 (American Heart Association News) — Since she was a child, Yanela Vickers has loved babies and the medical field. She dreamed of going into obstetrics and gynecology. Instead, Yanela got a close look at the profession as a patient. She was 18 and five months pregnant when she walked across the… read on > read on >
Breastfeeding Tied to Big Reduction in Infant Deaths
Experts have long recommended breastfeeding for its many benefits for infants, but a new study puts a hard number on breast milk’s lifesaving effects. Breastfeeding is associated with a 33% reduction in infant deaths in the first year, according to the study of nearly 10 million U.S. babies. The research looked at babies born in… read on > read on >
Gene Could Lower HIV Levels in Some People of African Descent
A newly discovered genetic variant might explain why some people of African ancestry have naturally lower viral loads of HIV, an international team of researchers reports. This variant, carried by an estimated 4% to 13% of people of African origin, reduces their risk of transmitting the virus and slows the progress of their own illness.… read on > read on >
Amid Shortages, Federal Agencies Ask Drugmakers to Boost Output of ADHD Meds
While demand for prescription stimulants is surging, a shortage of the drugs persists, so federal officials have stepped in and asked drug companies to ramp up production of the medications. Officials from both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) made the joint request. “The FDA and DEA do… read on > read on >
Millions of Smokers May Have a Tough-to-Diagnose Lung Disease
Millions of American smokers suffer from a potentially serious lung disease that’s not technically chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study finds. They would benefit from a clear diagnosis, though, and the new findings demonstrate a major gap in care for people with a history of tobacco use, the researchers said. Among folks who… read on > read on >