The implantable neurostimulation device activates the body’s innate anti-inflammatory and immune-restorative pathways read on >
FDA Approves SetPoint Neuroimmune Modulation Device for Rheumatoid Arthritis
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RFK Jr. Cancels $500M in mRNA Vaccine Research Projects
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has canceled nearly $500 million in grants and contracts meant to support mRNA vaccine development, the agency announced Tuesday. The funding had been awarded to 22 research projects managed by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), a group that helps… read on > read on >
Sending Unsolicited Stool Test Kits The Best Way To Boost Colon Cancer Screening, Study Argues
Automatically mailing a stool test kit to people’s homes might be the best way to boost colon cancer screening among younger adults, a new study says. More 45- to 49-year-olds went ahead with cancer screening when they received an unsolicited stool test kit in the mail, rather than having to actively opt into screening or… read on > read on >
Standing Up More Frequently Might Protect Seniors’ Heart Health
There’s a simple way older women can protect their heart health, a new study argues. Just stand up. Women who started standing up from a seated position more often during their day experienced notable improvement in blood pressure after three months, researchers reported recently in the journal Circulation. Taking these short-standing breaks appeared to boost… read on > read on >
Longer, Quicker Walks Protect Heart Health
Adding distance to your daily walk and picking up your pace can help reduce risk of heart problems associated with high blood pressure, a new study says. Compared to a minimum step count of 2,300 steps, every 1,000 additional steps are associated with a 17% lower risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, researchers… read on > read on >
Tamiflu Safe For Children, Study Concludes
Researchers have debunked long-standing concerns that Tamiflu can cause neurological and psychiatric problems when given to influenza-stricken children. For decades, doctors have debated whether the antiviral drug oseltamivir (Tamiflu) increases kids’ risk of seizures, mental problems and hallucinations. But Tamiflu actually cuts by half a child’s risk of such problems, compared to leaving influenza untreated,… read on > read on >
Chaotic Homes Can Lead To Mental, Physical Health Problems Among Kids
Children raised in unstable, unpredictable environments are more likely to exhibit mental and physical health problems as teenagers and young adults, a new study says. Kids are more likely to develop behavior problems and mental health conditions after living in a chaotic household, researchers reported recently in the journal Child Development. On the other hand,… read on > read on >
French Fries Linked to Higher Odds for Type 2 Diabetes
The next time you’re asked “Fries with that?,” maybe say no: Regular consumption of the potato-based treat raises your odds of type 2 diabetes by 20%, new research shows. On the other hand, swapping out those fries for whole-grain foods could lower your odds for the blood sugar disease by 19%, the same study found.… read on > read on >
FDA Approves Vizz Eye Drops to Improve Near Vision in Adults
Trials show once-daily drops are safe and effective read on >
3 Deaths, 67 People in NYC Diagnosed With Legionnaires’ Disease
A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City has infected 67 people and caused three deaths, health officials say. The cases have been reported in Central Harlem. Officials believe the source of the outbreak is cooling towers on nearby buildings, according to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Cooling towers are… read on > read on >