Norgestrel—sold under the brand name Opill—is considered a mini pill, which is safer for more people to take than the combination birth control pill because the chance of developing cervical and breast cancer and blood clotting is lower.
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Norovirus Cases On Cruise Ships Skyrocket: Here’s Why—And How To Avoid Getting Sick
Almost 2,000 people have been infected with norovirus on cruise ships this year, meaning there are more norovirus cases at sea halfway through 2023 than there were in 2022.
Can Ozempic Cause Suicidal Thoughts? Here’s What The Research Says
Over 60 reported cases of suicidal ideation were reported from patients using semaglutide—the generic name for Ozempic and Wegovy—since 2018.
How Sunscreen Prevents Skin Cancer—Despite The Conspiracies Peddled By Social Media Influencers
Sunscreen protects the skin from absorbing the sun’s harmful, carcinogenic UV rays.
Delta-8 THC: The Side Effects And Potential Dangers The Drug Poses For Kids
Over 40% of all the Delta-8 calls national poison control centers received between January 2021 through February 2022 involved children ingesting Delta-8, with one of those cases resulting in death.
States May Sue EPA Over Wood-Burning Stove Standards: What To Know About Hazardous Emissions
Fine particles released when wood is burned can cause serious health issues, like chronic lung disease and lung cancer.
What To Know About Aspartame: The Sugar Substitute In Diet Coke Declared As A Possible Cancer Risk By WHO
Studies from last year found aspartame may cause cancers and generational anxiety.
Counterfeit Ozempic Crackdown: Drugmakers Threaten Clinics For Compounding Drugs During Shortages
Unsafe drug compounding has previously led to several deadly meningitis outbreaks.
Why Are People Fighting Over BMI? Conservatives Call Doctors’ Group ‘Woke’ For Questioning Obesity Measure
The AMA urged doctors last week to consider more health factors than just body mass index alone.
Fungal Meningitis Outbreak In Mexico Kills 2 After Cosmetic Surgeries. Here’s What We Know—And Symptoms And Treatment.
Mexico is the most popular destination for American medical tourists, accounting for 41% of all visits.
