FDA’s Potential Psilocybin Approval May Open New Avenues for Depression Treatment With Millions Potentially Eligible

FDA's Potential Psilocybin Approval May Open New Avenues for Depression Treatment With Millions Potentially Eligible

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is on the cusp of becoming a mainstream treatment, as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers the approval of psilocybin, the active component of “magic mushrooms,” for depression. A groundbreaking peer-reviewed…

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ADHD Medication Use Leads To Increased Risk of Psychosis

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A new study has revealed a connection between high doses of commonly prescribed ADHD medications and an increased risk of psychosis. The findings indicate that individuals who took higher doses of prescription amphetamines had greater…

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Predict Heart Disease Risk in Women with Simple Blood Test, Study Reveals

Predict Heart Disease Risk in Women with Simple Blood Test, Study Reveals

A recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine and presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress suggests that predicting a woman’s future heart disease risk could be as simple as a…

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Weekend Sleep Catch-Up Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk, Study Suggests

Weekend Sleep Catch-Up Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk, Study Suggests

Maintaining a regular sleep schedule can be challenging, especially during a busy week, but new research suggests that catching up on sleep over the weekend may have significant heart health benefits. According to a study…

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Massachusetts Enacts Dusk-to-Dawn Closures as Deadly Mosquito-Borne Virus Emerges

Massachusetts Enacts Dusk-to-Dawn Closures as Deadly Mosquito-Borne Virus Emerges

A rare and deadly mosquito-borne disease, eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), has prompted significant public health measures in Massachusetts. In response to the detection of the disease, the town of Plymouth has closed its parks and…

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Study Finds Many U.S. Baby Foods Fail to Meet Nutritional Standards

Study Finds Many U.S. Baby Foods Fail to Meet Nutritional Standards

Recent research highlights that many commercially produced baby foods in the U.S. may not be as healthy as they seem. A study published in *Nutrients* examined 651 infant and toddler food products across various grocery…

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Study Links Processed and Red Meat Consumption to Increased Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Study Links Processed and Red Meat Consumption to Increased Type 2 Diabetes Risk

A recent study led by the University of Cambridge and encompassing data from 2 million people worldwide has highlighted the significant risks associated with consuming processed and red meat. The research, published in Lancet Diabetes…

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Drug Restores Brain Waste Removal in Mice, Offering New Hope for Treating Aging-Related Neurological Disorders

Drug Restores Brain Waste Removal in Mice, Offering New Hope for Treating Aging-Related Neurological Disorders

Researchers have made significant progress in reversing aging-related brain waste accumulation in mice by using an already clinically approved drug. This discovery may provide a new treatment option for neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s,…

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Posterity Health Enhances Male Fertility Care with Digital Solutions from Yosi Health

Posterity Health Enhances Male Fertility Care with Digital Solutions from Yosi Health

Posterity Health is a virtual-first center specializing in male reproductive health, offering a hybrid model of care that combines telehealth, in-person services, and personalized treatment plans. The center aims to empower men to take control…

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New Zealand Ends Funding for Free Telehealth Services Amid Shift Back to In-Person Care

New Zealand Ends Funding for Free Telehealth Services Amid Shift Back to In-Person Care

The New Zealand government has ceased funding free telehealth services, including those related to COVID-19, as healthcare providers have largely returned to offering in-person services following the end of the pandemic. This shift marks a…

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Study Reveals Babies Recognize Pretense and Engage in Pretend Play by Age One

Study Reveals Babies Recognize Pretense and Engage in Pretend Play by Age One

A recent study from the University of Bristol, led by Professor Elena Hoicka, has found that babies can recognize pretense, with around half of children being able to pretend by 12 months old. This research…

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OSF HealthCare Launches Mandatory AI Education Program for 24,000 Employees

OSF HealthCare Launches Mandatory AI Education Program for 24,000 Employees

OSF HealthCare, a 16-hospital system based in Peoria, Illinois, has initiated a mandatory education program for its 24,000 employees to ensure a widespread understanding of generative AI. This initiative spans all roles, from custodial staff…

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Study Explores Homomorphic Encryption for Securing Patient Data in AI Training

Study Explores Homomorphic Encryption for Securing Patient Data in AI Training

A recent study conducted by researchers at Asan Medical Center in South Korea investigated the use of homomorphic encryption (HE) to protect patient data used in training AI models. HE is a cryptographic scheme that…

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Cleveland Clinic and Novo Nordisk Foundation Launch $6.2 Million Partnership to Advance Quantum and AI Research

Cleveland Clinic and Novo Nordisk Foundation Launch $6.2 Million Partnership to Advance Quantum and AI Research

Cleveland Clinic and the Novo Nordisk Foundation (NNF) have initiated a three-year academic partnership to advance IT research in the fields of quantum technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and precision medicine. This collaboration targets early-stage researchers…

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Study Reveals Ketogenic Diet’s Impact on Cholesterol and Gut Health

Study Reveals Ketogenic Diet's Impact on Cholesterol and Gut Health

A collaborative research team from the University of Bath, along with colleagues from the University of Bristol, the Oxford University Hospital Trusts, Maastricht University, and the Teagasc Food Research Center, investigated the health impacts of…

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Research Reveals How METRNL Protein Impairs T Cell Function in Cancer

Research Reveals How METRNL Protein Impairs T Cell Function in Cancer

Recent research from Johns Hopkins University has uncovered that a protein called Meteorin-like (METRNL) in the tumor microenvironment impairs T cell function by depleting their energy, thus hindering their ability to combat cancer. This study,…

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Understanding Different Types of Allergy Medicines and Their Uses

Understanding Different Types of Allergy Medicines and Their Uses

Allergy medicines are available in various forms, including pills, liquids, inhalers, nasal sprays, eye drops, skin creams, and injections. These medicines can often be purchased without a prescription, but it’s important to consult with a…

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Extreme Heat Raises Risks of Injury, Hospitalization, and Death, Study Reveals

Extreme Heat Raises Risks of Injury, Hospitalization, and Death, Study Reveals

Periods of extreme heat, even a single day reaching 35°C, significantly increase the risk of injury, hospitalization, and death. This is because when the body overheats, the heart and kidneys fail to function properly, leading…

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Improving Triceps Growth with the Cable Skullcrusher Over Free Weights

Improving Triceps Growth with the Cable Skullcrusher Over Free Weights

The skullcrusher exercise, typically associated with triceps development, can be improved by addressing a common flaw in its execution. Traditionally performed with free weights like dumbbells or barbells, the exercise often lacks sufficient tension at…

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Study Reveals Changes in Immune Cells Post-Stem Cell Transplant May Affect Recovery

Study Reveals Changes in Immune Cells Post-Stem Cell Transplant May Affect Recovery

Researchers from UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center have discovered that type II innate lymphoid cells (ILC2s), a specific immune cell type, can change their characteristics and functions after a cancer patient receives stem cells from…

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New Insights into Stroke’s Impact on Systemic Immunity and Heart Health

New Insights into Stroke's Impact on Systemic Immunity and Heart Health

A recent study led by Professor Arthur Liesz from the Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research (ISD) at LMU University Hospital has revealed significant findings on the long-term health impacts of strokes on systemic immunity,…

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Expert Advice for Managing Summer Surge in COVID-19 Cases Driven by New Variants

Expert Advice for Managing Summer Surge in COVID-19 Cases Driven by New Variants

As COVID-19 cases rise this summer, driven by new variants, Dr. Michael Ben-Aderet, an expert in hospital epidemiology at Cedars-Sinai, provides guidance on how to handle the current surge. He notes a seasonal pattern in…

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Michigan Nurses Study 2023 Highlights Persistent Issues Despite Improvements

Michigan Nurses Study 2023 Highlights Persistent Issues Despite Improvements

The 2023 Michigan Nurses’ Study revealed improvements in working conditions for nurses compared to 2022, though issues like burnout and understaffing remain high. Nearly half of the surveyed nurses reported experiencing workplace abuse over the…

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Why the Floor Press Is Essential for Chest Development and Bench Press Strength

Why the Floor Press Is Essential for Chest Development and Bench Press Strength

Many people believe that training their chest requires solely performing the barbell bench press with heavy weights, but this approach is neither the most effective for building the chest nor for enhancing bench press strength.…

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Sen. J.D. Vance Defends Past Comments in First Interview as Trump’s Running Mate

Sen. J.D. Vance Defends Past Comments in First Interview as Trump's Running Mate

During the Republican National Convention’s opening night, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) gave his first interview as former President Donald Trump’s vice presidential nominee. Speaking with Fox News host Sean Hannity at the Fiserv Forum in…

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EU Report Highlights Fraud and Non-Compliance in Food Sector

EU Report Highlights Fraud and Non-Compliance in Food Sector

The latest report on potential fraud and non-compliance identified by EU member states highlights issues with mineral water treatment, traceability problems, and olive oil quality. The number of fraud alerts declined in May to 281,…

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FDA Revokes Approval of Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO) in Food Products

FDA Revokes Approval of Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO) in Food Products

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided to revoke permission for the use of brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in food products. This revocation will take effect on August 2, with a compliance date set…

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FDA Investigates New Salmonella Irumu Outbreak with 26 Confirmed Cases

FDA Investigates New Salmonella Irumu Outbreak with 26 Confirmed Cases

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently investigating a new outbreak of infections caused by Salmonella Irumu. The exact source of the outbreak is still unknown, and the FDA has initiated traceback efforts to…

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Impact of Cost Sharing on Telemental Health Visits in High-Deductible Health Plans

Impact of Cost Sharing on Telemental Health Visits in High-Deductible Health Plans

A study from Included Health and Harvard Medical School found that people with high-deductible health plans were less likely to use telemental health services when they had to pay out-of-pocket. The study looked at patients…

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Infidelity Can Lead to Psychosomatic Symptoms and Sexual Dysfunction

Infidelity Can Lead to Psychosomatic Symptoms and Sexual Dysfunction

Cheating on a partner can cause intense emotional turmoil, such as guilt, anxiety, and stress, which may lead to various physical and sexual symptoms. Laurence Levine, M.D., a urology professor at RUSH University in Chicago,…

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High-Protein Diets Gain Popularity for Weight Loss and Muscle Building Benefits

High-Protein Diets Gain Popularity for Weight Loss and Muscle Building Benefits

High-protein diets have become a popular topic of discussion, and food manufacturers are responding to this trend. According to Maelee Wells Sutton, R.D.N., C.P.T., the benefits of protein are extensive and universally beneficial. Protein is…

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Common Gym Mistakes Beginners Make and How to Fix Them

Common Gym Mistakes Beginners Make and How to Fix Them

Gym beginners and legendary musclemen like Arnold Schwarzenegger share a commonality in performing basic exercises in their workout routines. The same dumbbell curls beginners do are the ones Arnold used, albeit with different weights and…

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Impact of Gut Microbiome Dysbiosis on Mortality Risk Post-Organ Transplantation

Impact of Gut Microbiome Dysbiosis on Mortality Risk Post-Organ Transplantation

The research published in Gut investigates how unhealthy patterns in the gut microbiome are associated with increased mortality risk following solid organ transplantation. The study found that deviations from a normal microbial profile, known as…

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Effects of the UK Sugar Tax on Sugar Intake Insights from Long-Term Research

Effects of the UK Sugar Tax on Sugar Intake Insights from Long-Term Research

Following the introduction of the UK’s Soft Drinks Industry Levy, commonly known as the sugar tax, a study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health analyzed 11 years of survey data to assess…

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The Communal Living Experience of Athletes in the Olympic Village

The Communal Living Experience of Athletes in the Olympic Village

The Olympic Village, despite hosting one of the world’s most prestigious athletic events, resembles a college dormitory more than a luxury hotel. Athletes often share their living quarters with teammates or competitors from different sports,…

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WIC Enrollment Boosts Pregnancy Health Insights from Ohio State University Research

WIC Enrollment Boosts Pregnancy Health Insights from Ohio State University Research

Pregnant women enrolled in the U.S. Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) experience significantly better health outcomes compared to those facing food insecurity, according to recent research from Ohio State University.…

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Antipsychotics Like Quetiapine and Olanzapine Potentially Increase Risk of Pneumonia

Olanzapine Tablet

High-dose antipsychotics, specifically quetiapine, clozapine, and olanzapine, have been associated with an increased risk of pneumonia in patients diagnosed with schizophrenia, according to new research findings. Additionally, monotherapy involving high anticholinergic burden also contributes to…

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Physiological Synchrony in Human Relationships Enhances Perceived Romantic Attraction and Signals Mate Selection Fitness

Physiological Synchrony in Human Relationships Enhances Perceived Romantic Attraction and Signals Mate Selection Fitness

Human romantic relationships and attraction have long intrigued researchers in psychology and neuroscience, with numerous studies delving into the neural and mental processes involved in romantic bonding. Despite significant progress, many aspects of the underlying…

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Molecular Map of the Human Body Reveals the Benefit of Daily Exercise

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Exercise is well-known for its benefits, including increased muscle strength, improved heart health, lower blood sugar, and a wide range of other physical improvements. But how does engaging in regular physical activities like treadmill running,…

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