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Is it harder for women to lose weight?

GoodRx reviews the many factors that make weight loss harder for some women and shares useful strategies to optimize health from a weight perspective.

What Women Should Know About Their Heart, Kidney and Metabolic Health

(Family Features) Some women may be unaware they’re living with risks for heart disease, kidney disease and metabolic conditions like diabetes, which drive risk for cardiovascular disease.

New clinical trial shows anti-inflammatory medication reduces heart plaque

(BPT) - Is heart disease on your radar? While the subject can be scary, the good news is that medical advancements have found new and efficient ways to manage the risk factors that can lead to …

New research links gun violence exposure to higher rates of depression and suicidal ideation

The Trace reports on a nationally representative study deepens what we know about the intersection of mental health, gun violence, and support services.

Technology and healthcare: How AI is transforming the patient experience

(BPT) - Did you know that AI-powered technology is already being widely used to improve the healthcare journey for both patients and doctors? As a patient, you may not even be aware of how much this …

Most Americans Avoid Lifesaving Colorectal Cancer Screening

(NewsUSA) - More than two-thirds of U.S. adults say they would rather file their taxes than get a colonoscopy, according to data from a new survey commissioned by the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, the …

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Calorie counts on menus and food labels may not help consumers choose healthier foods, new research shows

Knowing how many calories a food contains has become a familiar part of eating. But it may muddy rather than clarify a person’s understanding of how healthy that food is.

5 key mental health trends from the 2025 State of Mental Health Report

Rula 2025 State of Mental Health Report reveals 5 key takeaways to better understand the state of Americans' mental wellbeing in 2025.

Data shows medication-assisted treatment works for opioid use disorder—so why aren't more people getting it?

Charlie Health questions why medications like buprenorphine and methadone, which can be lifesaving for people with opioid use disorder, are so underused.

Healthy body, healthy brain: Tips to optimize your brain health

(BPT) - By 2030, more than 20% of the U.S. population — about 71 million Americans — will be over the age of 65. With age, many of us may notice changes in cognition — things like …

Living Longer? Great! Now Stay Healthier, Too

(NAPSI)—Americans are living nearly a decade longer than they were in the 1970s. That’s great news—but staying healthy into your 80s and beyond requires extra care and an eye towards …

This treatment has users saying their fine lines are 'practically erased' — and it's needle-free

(BPT) - Forget the needles; a new wave of at-home skincare is empowering us to achieve remarkably smooth skin, and the buzz around the "Notox" movement advocating for injection-free alternatives for …

Could a Synthetic Form of Thiamine (Vitamin B1) be a Potential Ally Against Early Alzheimer's Disease?

(BPT) - In the relentless battle against Alzheimer's disease, researchers are looking closely at a lab-made version of thiamine (also known as vitamin B1). This nutrient, crucial for brain function …

Measles could again become widespread as cases surge worldwide

The US eliminated measles in 2000, but the number of cases at home and abroad has experts worried.

Many Americans Want to Keep Their Natural Teeth—But Aren’t Taking the Right Steps

(BPT) - Americans overwhelmingly want to keep their natural teeth for their lifetime. But a new survey from the American Association of Endodontists reveals a disconnect between that goal and the …

6 easy tips to lower your risk of stroke

(BPT) - No matter your age, you should be aware of how you can reduce your risk of stroke. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), strokes affect more than 800,000 people each year in …

What to Know Before Enrolling in a Clinical Trial

(Family Features) The important role of clinical trials may ultimately help you or someone you love find a new treatment or ability to manage a condition, like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), more effectively.

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Aspiration during surgery: When it's a sign of medical malpractice

Fibich Leebron Copeland & Briggs explains that when aspiration happens during surgery, it can cause serious health problems, and in some cases is the result of a medical error that could point to malpractice.

Understanding Your Oral Health

(NAPSI)—Though women may understand how different conditions or hormonal changes affect their bodies, many do not realize how numerous issues specific to women can also be detrimental to their oral …

Looking Out For Your Lungs: The Importance of Lung Cancer Screening

(NAPSI)—Early detection is essential when it comes to lung cancer, and early diagnosis can save lives. The Problem According to the American Lung Association—the leading organization …

What 100% Grass-Fed Organic Dairy Brings to Your Table

(Family Features) It’s no secret that many grocery store dairy sections are filled with more options today. One choice continuing to gain favor with consumers is 100% grass-fed organic dairy.

Championing Children’s Health

(Family Features) Doctor Mikhail Varshavski – also known as Doctor Mike – made a name for himself by pairing medical expertise with charisma and clarity. Now, his work is taking on new global significance as he steps into his latest role.

Take Steps Now to Protect Your Vision

(Family Features) Your quality of life and overall well-being depend on developing habits that range from eating a healthy diet and drinking plenty of water to protecting your skin from sun damage.

Save a Life from Stroke

(Family Features) Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age – even young people. Despite being one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability in the United States, strokes are largely preventable, treatable and beatable – if you can control your risk factors.

How Women Experience Heart Disease Differently

(Family Features) Most people think of heart attacks as debilitating pain in the chest. However, that’s not always the case, especially for women, and missing the signs can be a matter of life and death.

Understanding the Hidden Dangers of LDL (Bad) Cholesterol

(Family Features) High LDL cholesterol, often called “bad” cholesterol, significantly increases your risk of heart disease. Understanding the impact of LDL cholesterol and knowing your LDL number can help you make informed decisions.

Menopause and Dry Eye: What Women Need to Know

(NAPSI)—It may seem surprising to some but dry eye is one of the most common conditions women going through the menopause experience. “Dry eye is a complicated eye condition with various causes. …

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Keeping It Real: 5 Must-Know Tips for Facing Liver Cancer

(BPT) - When Tony Villiotti was diagnosed with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of liver cancer, at 71 years old he felt alone and overwhelmed. "Once we got the diagnosis, my wife …

Head and neck cancer survivor gets new Jaw in a Day

(BPT) - Looks matter. And for cancer survivors who've undergone major facial surgeries, changes to their appearance and function can be emotionally and physically devastating. For many, reclaiming a …

New nonopioid approved for moderate-to-severe acute pain

(BPT) - Acute pain can affect anyone.1 Short-term pain (acute) starts suddenly following an injury or medical procedure and lasts less than three months.2,3 Acute pain can impact your quality of …