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What To Know About The Potential Health Risks Of The Maui Fires—From Birth Defects To Cancer
The fires have already killed 99 people as of Monday, making it one of the deadliest fires in American history.
What To Know About Gastroparesis: Lawsuit Claims Ozempic And Mounjaro Causes The Severe Stomach Disorder
The lawsuit alleges that the drugs not only cause gastroparesis, but that both manufacturers knew it was a side effect but didn’t disclose it to consumers.
What We Know About ‘Eris’ Covid Variant EG.5: The Dominant Stain Driving An Uptick In Cases
“Eris” makes up 17% of all cases in the U.S., but its symptoms aren’t believed to be more severe than earlier variants.
Long Covid May Affect Organs Like The Heart And Kidneys After Lungs Recover, New Research Says
Over 65 million worldwide are affected by long Covid, which can linger for up to years.
What Is Berberine? Supplement Dubbed ‘Nature’s Ozempic’ For Possible Weight Loss Benefits—But Evidence Is Limited.
Berberine, also known as “nature’s Ozempic,” has taken TikTok by storm, with thousands of videos claiming to document weight loss from the inexpensive supplement, but …
Penicillin Shortage Explained: Increased Syphilis Rates And Amoxicillin Shortage Fueled Crisis
The increased demand for Bicillin to treat bacterial infections amid other antibiotic shortages and a spike in syphilis rates is what has caused the shortage.
Leprosy May Be Endemic In Southeastern U.S.—But It’s Still Rare: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
The disease is curable using a multi-drug treatment that includes typically two or three antibiotics taken over the course of a year or two.
McConnell’s Abrupt Freeze-Up Could’ve Been A Seizure Or Stroke—Or Just Dehydration, Experts Say
This is the third medical incident McConnell has suffered from this year, as he experienced a fall in March and February.
Syphilis Cases In Women And Congenital Syphilis Skyrocket In Houston: Symptoms And How To Stay Safe
Almost 3,000 cases of congenital syphilis among Americans was reported in 2021, resulting in 220 stillbirths.
What To Know About Djokovic’s Nano Patch And Why Some Experts Call It ‘Pseudoscience’
The patch is called a TaoPatch and is produced by an Italian company that claims the device can boost athletic performance, improve diseases like multiple sclerosis and build stamina.
