Author: Dr. Georgie Wyatt

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…

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…

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,…

Globally, around 2.6 million children and adolescents are living with HIV, predominantly in Africa. These young individuals often face greater challenges with treatment efficacy compared to adults. It was previously believed that testing for viral…

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.…

Extreme heat can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses and amplify the side effects of many common medications. Medications like insulin, which require refrigeration, can be damaged in hot weather, and others like inhalers and…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Osteoarthritis (OA), characterized by the breakdown of protective cartilage at bone ends, has been linked to a significant increase in the risk of rapidly progressing to severe long-term conditions, known as multimorbidity, according to findings…

COVID-19 has changed how medical care works, especially for older adults who are more at risk. Hospitals and doctors’ offices still have strict rules like wearing masks and keeping distance to keep everyone safe. Now,…

When it comes to weight loss medications, GLP-1s are often praised for their double-digit weight-loss claims. However, Qsymia has shown even higher weight loss, up to 13% at its strongest dose, surpassing the 11% from…

Genetics can make some people more likely to get certain diseases, but how we live our lives has a big impact on our health. While there are rare cases of smokers living a long time…

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…

Lenacapavir, an injectable HIV-1 capsid inhibitor administered twice yearly, has demonstrated 100% efficacy in preventing HIV among women at high risk of infection, according to interim findings from the phase 3 PURPOSE 1 trial. The…

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…

American men are facing significant challenges in keeping up with routine cancer screenings, which are crucial for early detection and effective treatment, according to a recent survey by the Prevent Cancer Foundation. The survey reveals…

Stem cell-based embryo models (SCBEMs) are three-dimensional biological structures that replicate aspects of early human embryo development. Created in the lab from stem cells, these models provide new insights into critical stages of early human…

Jerrian Reedy was 9 when his father was admitted to the hospital in Hattiesburg, about two hours northeast of New Orleans, after sustaining three gunshot wounds. Reedy recalled visiting his dad in the intensive care…

Hundreds of Americans may have unknowingly received therapy from an untrained impostor who masqueraded as an online therapist, possibly for as long as two years, with the deception only unraveling after her death, according to…

The latest analysis from the phase III NATALEE trial demonstrated that adding ribociclib (Kisqali) to endocrine therapy improved rates of invasive disease-free survival (iDFS), distant recurrence-free survival, and distant disease-free survival in high-risk early breast…

Alfred Handley leaned back in his wheelchair beside a major Phoenix freeway as a street medicine team helped rehydrate him with an intravenous saline solution dripping from a bag on a pole. Cars sped by…

The Food and Drug Administration announced on Friday that a pasteurization method commonly used in the dairy industry has proven effective in eliminating bird flu from milk, following earlier concerns raised by a federal laboratory…

A major study has found that taking a daily multivitamin does not extend lifespan and may even increase the risk of early death. Researchers in the US examined health records from nearly 400,000 adults without…

Standing in his neatly manicured front yard in a Houston suburb, Mitch Varley paused and slapped his right arm. Did he get the mosquito in time before it bit him? It hardly matters, because there…

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,…

A deadly outbreak of tuberculosis (TB) has occurred inside a California hotel housing homeless people, leading to the death of one person and forcing city health officials to declare a public health emergency. The alarming…

New York City’s health department released an advisory on Friday warning of an increase in local cases of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, and urged medical professionals to monitor patients for cases. Health officials reported…

A study funded by the National Institutes of Health provides clarity on why anger might increase someone’s risk of heart disease or stroke. The study placed people in a setting and had them recall past…

On Monday, a federal judge in New Jersey dismissed Johnson & Johnson’s and Bristol Myers Squibb’s legal challenges to the Biden administration’s Medicare drug-price negotiations, ruling that the program is constitutional. This decision represents another…

Walgreens announced on Thursday that it will begin collaborating directly with drug manufacturers to bring cell and gene therapies to U.S. patients as part of a broader expansion of its specialty pharmacy services. The company…

The U.S. Senate has initiated an investigation into the high prices of Novo Nordisk’s popular weight loss and diabetes drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy, in the United States. This investigation, targeting the Danish drugmaker, was announced…

Johnson & Johnson on Tuesday reported first-quarter adjusted earnings that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations, driven by a surge in sales within its medical devices business. The company’s total revenue for the period was largely in…

Health officials are issuing a warning after a woman died from using a hemorrhoid ointment that contained a “highly dangerous amount” of lead. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced that a Sacramento woman…

Researchers are proposing a new vaccine method for infants that offers sustained protection with just a single dose, even if the virus mutates. This new approach could pave the way for “universal vaccines,” according to…

Trendy plant-based meats could be triggering health issues less frequently seen in humans who prefer to eat the real thing, a new study warns. Research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition compared the…

The dengue fever outbreak in Latin America over the past three months has been staggering in scale — a million cases in Brazil in just a few weeks, a significant spike in Argentina, a state…

A new study has determined that using acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, during pregnancy does not increase the risk of autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability in children. Published in the journal JAMA, the study…

A recent study conducted by scientists at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health in New York has revealed that pregnancy might accelerate biological ageing in women. Examining data from a long-term health survey…

On Friday, state officials announced that the likely cause behind an increasing number of bird deaths in Eastern Virginia is highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) has been receiving…

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about a rising incidence of invasive meningococcal disease, a potentially fatal condition. According to the CDC’s alert released on Thursday, there were…

A rare and deadly flesh-eating bacterial infection is spreading alarmingly fast across Japan, officials report. Japan is bracing for a surge in cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), a condition with a high fatality…

Oxford University’s Alexandra Morton-Hayward spends her days immersed in the study of brains—quite literally. The former undertaker turned scientist is dedicated to unraveling the mystery of why certain human brains remain remarkably well-preserved after death,…

Menopause has historically been viewed as an inevitable phase of life for women — but what if there was a way to prevent the uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings? In…

In late 2016, U.S. diplomats and their families stationed in Cuba began reporting a range of neurological symptoms, including dizziness, headaches, deafness, and difficulty concentrating, following exposure to loud noises near their residences. This phenomenon,…

New research from Queensland Health suggests that “long Covid” may not be fundamentally different from other post-viral syndromes, such as those seen after influenza infections. The study, led by Dr. John Gerrard, Queensland’s chief health…

Parasitic tapeworm larvae were discovered in a man’s brain after he suffered worsening migraines for weeks, which researchers suspect were triggered by his consumption of undercooked bacon. According to a report released recently in the…

Paul Alexander, who spent the majority of the past 70 years in an iron lung and defied expectations by becoming a lawyer and author, passed away Monday afternoon at the age of 78, as confirmed…

Cases of psittacosis, commonly known as ‘parrot fever’, are increasing in several countries, but health experts emphasize there is no need for alarm. According to a statement from the World Health Organization (WHO) released on…

Eli Lilly announced on Friday that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unexpectedly extended the approval decision timeline for its experimental Alzheimer’s treatment donanemab, opting to convene an advisory meeting to review the drug’s…

Cigna announced on Thursday its intention to impose annual spending limits on weight loss drugs within health plans and employer benefits, aiming to enhance accessibility to these increasingly popular treatments. The move responds to considerations…

President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday his intention to increase the number of prescription drugs that Medicare can negotiate prices for each year, aiming to expand the current target from 20 to at least 50…

More than a third of cancer patients in England are encountering potentially life-threatening delays, according to leading doctors, as thousands of individuals are being compelled to wait for months before commencing treatment. The latest performance…

The authorities in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, have declared a health emergency as they work to contain the spread of dengue fever. Cases of the mosquito-borne disease quadrupled in Brazil in January compared to the…

A new study suggests that alternating arms for vaccine doses could enhance the immune response compared to receiving both doses in the same arm, potentially influencing future vaccination strategies. The research focused on the initial…

Colorectal cancer is now identified as the deadliest cancer for men under 50 and the second deadliest among women in the same age group, following breast cancer. Over the past two decades, the incidence of…

A new study published in The New England Journal of Medicine reveals that a record number of high school teens succumbed to drug overdoses in 2022, driven primarily by fentanyl poisonings from counterfeit pills. Using…

An international team of scientists claims to have uncovered answers to why certain diseases are more prevalent in different parts of Europe and why there is a height disparity between northern and southern Europeans, by…

Doctors are observing a notable increase in scabies cases across the UK, coupled with a severe shortage of treatments, highlighting a significant public health concern. Scabies, caused by mites and characterized by an itchy rash,…

Scientists have made a breakthrough in cancer cell destruction using a novel method involving aminocyanine molecules. By stimulating these molecules with near-infrared light, researchers were able to synchronize their vibrations, which effectively ruptured the membranes…

Health officials in Ohio are alerting the public to an increase in pneumonia cases among children, emphasizing that this outbreak is unrelated to the recent one reported in China. In a press release on Thursday,…

New analysis suggests that individuals who exhibit conscientiousness, extroversion, and a positive outlook are less likely to develop dementia, a condition affecting millions worldwide. Researchers examined data from eight studies involving over 44,000 individuals aged…

Government data released on Monday reveals that the prevalence of a highly mutated COVID-19 variant has tripled in the past two weeks. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 1…

Health officials in the US have identified a concerning cluster of syphilis cases: five women reportedly contracted the infection in their eyes after contact with the same man, suggesting the emergence of a new strain…

Health authorities are urgently tracking down contacts of an individual infected with a new strain of swine flu, after the UK confirmed its first human case of H1N2. Since 2005, there have been fifty reported…

A case of locally acquired dengue, a virus spread by mosquitoes, was identified in Pasadena on Friday, as confirmed by the Pasadena Public Health Department. This occurrence is considered “extremely rare,” officials stated, marking the…

One month after undergoing an experimental procedure to transplant a genetically modified pig heart, a patient with end-stage heart disease is showing promising signs of recovery, with the heart functioning well and no signs of…

CVS has decided to remove certain common cough and cold medicines from its shelves, according to a spokesperson who spoke on Thursday. This move by the company follows a recent decision by a panel of…

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed banning formaldehyde as an ingredient in hair relaxers, marking a significant move to address potential health risks associated with these products, particularly for Black women who frequently…

Amazon announced in a blog post on Wednesday that customers using Amazon Pharmacy in College Station, Texas, can now receive their prescription medications delivered by drone. Eligible customers can choose from a selection of over…

Work-related stress doesn’t just affect mental health; it can significantly impact physical well-being, especially for men. Research has consistently shown that job strain, characterized by heavy workloads, tight deadlines, and lack of autonomy, contributes to…

A recent study funded by the US government reveals that women exposed to several commonly used chemicals may have an increased risk of ovarian and other cancers, with a notable doubling in the odds of…

A significant advancement in Alzheimer’s research has at last provided an answer to a longstanding question that scientists have been pursuing for years. According to a study published in Science, researchers have uncovered how brain…

Natural doesn’t inherently equate to safer. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is cautioning individuals seeking weight loss solutions against consuming two popular plant-based alternatives to Ozempic, warning of potentially lethal consequences. Candlenuts, marketed online…

More Americans than ever are succumbing to fentanyl overdoses as the fourth wave of the opioid epidemic sweeps through every community nationwide. Six years ago, Kim Blake tragically lost her son Sean to an accidental…