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Screening for dry eye
In the blink of an eye, relentless screen use causes dry eye. And these days, around half of 18- to 25-year-olds suffer from the condition and 90% have at least one symptom. Those symptoms include gritty or burning eyes, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, redness, stringy mucus, itching, pain, or discomfort wearing contacts. In addition, ...Read more

Skittles removes controversial additive targeted by RFK Jr.
Mars Inc.’s Skittles candies are no longer being made with titanium dioxide, a chemical that whitens foods, brightens colors and makes candy appear shiny, the company confirmed to Bloomberg News.
The ingredient was removed from all Skittles production at the end of last year, a spokesperson said.
The additive was banned in the European ...Read more

4 changes to Medicare in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Medicare provides health care for 68.5 million beneficiaries. The One Big Beautiful Bill, passed by the House and in debate in the Senate, contains several provisions that would impact Medicare, including cuts to some programs.
The cost of the pending legislation would trigger automatic cuts to Medicare and some other programs; fortunately, ...Read more

Environmental Nutrition: Hungry for a quick Asian meal? Look no further
One of the fun things about Asian food is when you’re with friends and everyone gets to sample a little of everything. But you don’t always have the time, or budget, for such a smorgasbord. Fortunately, Asian food at the supermarket has come a long way since the canned chicken chow mein of the 1980s. Between the frozen and international ...Read more

Why you should never forget to eat before a workout
It’s no secret that exercise has a long list of health benefits, and doctors and fitness experts recommend that adults engage in some form of physical, aerobic activity every week. However, it can be unclear how to pair your food and diet with your exercise routine. Should we eat before a workout? And if so, what should we be eating? ...Read more

A liquid biopsy for metastatic prostate cancer
Metastatic prostate cancer can progress in different ways. In some men the disease advances rapidly, while other men have slower-growing cancer and a better prognosis. Researchers are developing various tools for predicting how fast prostate cancer might progress. Among the most promising are assays that count circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in ...Read more

Mayo Clinic Q&A: Why dogs are good for your health
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We’re thinking about getting a dog. We know they’re great companions, but how are they good for your health?
ANSWER: People with dogs know the benefits of pet ownership. The unconditional love, trust and loyalty shown by your canine companions, coupled with their unbridled enthusiasm on your return home each day, is hard ...Read more

Even a little daily activity may lower heart, death risks for heart attack survivors
People who spend their days sedentary after a heart-related emergency – such as a heart attack or chest pain – may face a greater risk of another cardiac event or even death within a year than those who move even a little, according to new research.
The study found replacing just 30 minutes of sedentary time with 30 minutes of light-...Read more

Trump won't force Medicaid to cover GLP-1s for obesity. A few states are doing it anyway
CHARLESTON, S.C. — When Page Campbell’s doctor recommended she try an injectable prescription drug called Wegovy to lose weight before scheduling bariatric surgery, she readily agreed.
“I’ve struggled with my weight for so long,” said Campbell, 40, a single mother of two. “I’m not opposed to trying anything.”
In early April, ...Read more

Fire safety tips for families: Prevent burns around campfires
Campfires are a beloved part of summer — whether you're roasting marshmallows, telling stories or just enjoying the warmth. But for families with young children, it's important to be aware of the risk of burns and know how to prevent and respond to such injuries.
"It's almost a part of a life ritual," says Denise Klinkner, M.D., pediatric ...Read more
Partner Is Shy To Bring Up Spouse's Erectile Dysfunction Issues
DEAR DR. ROACH: How do I approach a problem my husband has without embarrassing him? I'm not sure why lately, but during sex, he just goes soft. I'm not sure if it's me who he's not attracted to anymore or what's going on. We have been married for over 20 years. He is 39 and in good health otherwise. I don't want to make a big deal of this, ...Read more
It's never too soon to protect yourself from dementia
You may think of Alzheimer's and dementia as something that suddenly appears when you're in your 70s or 80s. Well, think again (while you still can). A study from The Lancet Regional Health-Americas reveals that important risk factors like cardiovascular issues and blood biomarkers (tau protein and amyloid tangles) can start showing up in your ...Read more

Did Democrats try to conceal Biden's health status? What Americans said in poll
Most Americans think there was a concerted effort to hide details about former President Joe Biden’s health during the course of his presidency, according to new polling.
In the latest Economist/YouGov poll, 57% of respondents said they believe “Democrats actively tried to conceal information” from the public that pertained to Biden’s ...Read more

CDC will no longer recommend COVID vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women
PHILADELPHIA — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will no longer include COVID vaccines on its recommended schedule of immunizations for “healthy children and healthy pregnant women,” Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. said in a video statement posted to X on Tuesday.
Food and Drugs Commissioner Marty ...Read more

CDC will no longer recommend COVID vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will no longer include COVID vaccines on its recommended schedule of immunizations for “healthy children and healthy pregnant women,” Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. said in a video statement posted to X on Tuesday.
Food and Drugs Commissioner Marty Makary said that ...Read more

Rural patients face tough choices when their hospitals stop delivering babies
WINNER, S.D. — Sophie Hofeldt planned to receive prenatal care and give birth at her local hospital, 10 minutes from her house. Instead, she’s driving more than three hours round trip for her appointments.
The hospital, Winner Regional Health, recently joined the increasing number of rural hospitals shuttering their birthing units.
“It�...Read more

Mayo Clinic Q and A: Aphasia can be the first sign of stroke
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My mom had a stroke recently and is really struggling with her speech. She's in speech therapy, but could you please tell me more about this side effect of a stroke?
ANSWER: Aphasia is a disorder that affects a person's ability to retrieve language. It’s as if their brain's word cabinet has fallen over and mixed their words ...Read more
Become a real protein pro
Are you a protein pro-ponent, pro-curer, pro-vider? These days, 60% of Americans say they're obsessed with making sure they get "enough" protein, when, in fact, many get a healthy dose or even exceed recommended levels. What they don't get enough of, however, is protein from optimally healthy sources -- like fatty fish, skinless poultry, legumes...Read more
Woman's T-Score Continues To Worsen Amid Treatment And Meds
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old Asian woman. Each day, I walk 4 miles and do 30 minutes of stretching, as well as 1 hour of cardio, strength or balance exercises by following videos provided by my health insurance. Also, my brother and sister who are in their 60s and 70s have weak bones and muscles. It seems to run in my family.
In 2000, ...Read more
How to avoid being a pain in the neck
I don't want to be a pain in the neck ... but I'm betting a lot of you already have that condition, since it's often the result of talking on the cell phone, working on a computer or just sitting for too long. Around 25% of you spend 70% of your waking hours sitting down and more than five hours daily on your cell phone. And believe it or not, ...Read more
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