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4 days ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestResearchers report that a three-year exercise program helped improve survival rates for people who have been treated for colon cancer. Experts say the findings could be helpful when doctors are recommending exercise as part of a post-cancer regimen. They note that the research may be particularly useful in patients who are under 50 years old, an age group that has seen a rise in colon cancer incidences.
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1 week ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestTrump administration officials say they will no longer recommend the COVID-19 vaccine for people under 65, pregnant people, and healthy children. Updated COVID-19 vaccines are now required to undergo placebo-controlled clinical trials prior to approval, which could limit access to shots. Experts say it’s shortsighted to exclude pregnant people and children from the list of recommended groups who should get vaccinated against COVID-19.
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1 week ago | 
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A Republican budget bill now before the Senate would make significant changes to loan programs for medical students. Experts say these alterations could make it more difficult for medical graduates to pay off their education debt and discourage future students from pursuing medical degrees. They say that trend could worsen the physician shortage projected to hit the United States during the next decade.
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2 weeks ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestA new study suggests that vitamin D supplementation may help preserve the lengths of the protective caps at the ends of chromosomes known as telomeres. Researchers say maintaining the length of telomeres may help slow some aspects of biological aging. Telomere length is an important component of healthy aging, but the role vitamin D can play isn’t yet certain. A new study reports that vitamin D supplementation may help slow some of the mechanisms of biological aging.
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3 weeks ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestFederal regulators have accepted Novo Nordisk’s application to produce a pill version of its injectable weight loss medication Wegovy. Experts say an oral medication might be easier for people to use, improving their chances of adhering to a weight loss plan. They add it might also be less expensive, allowing more people to use these game-changing medications.
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3 weeks ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestFirst-generation GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could help reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers, new research shows. These medications have been around longer than the newer, better-known GLP-1 drugs, such as Ozempic, but they work in similar ways. Experts say a healthy lifestyle that includes a well-balanced diet, regular exercise, and adequate sleep is an important component of any weight-loss strategy.
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4 weeks ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestAttorneys general in 19 states have filed a lawsuit, challenging the Trump administration’s plans to significantly reduce staffing at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Experts say deep job cuts at federal health agencies like the CDC, NIH, and FDA could endanger public health by disrupting key services that safeguard food and medication supplies. The reductions could also hamper medical research, slowing advances in disease diagnostics and treatments.
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1 month ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestA new study says plastics found in common household products can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in people ages 55 to 64. Previous research has indicated that phthalates used in plastic products are linked to higher risks of reproductive health issues, obesity, and cancer. Experts say you can reduce your exposure to microplastics by avoiding processed foods and not using plastic utensils or bowls.
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1 month ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on Pinterest“Ozempic feet” and “Ozempic mouth” are the latest reported cosmetic side effects from GLP-1 medications used for weight loss. Experts say wrinkles and sagging skin can result from rapid weight loss due to loss of fat and muscle mass in certain areas of the body. You can minimize some of these effects by increasing protein in your diet and incorporating resistance training into your exercise routine.
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1 month ago | 
healthline.com | David Mills
Share on PinterestTina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, said she was diagnosed with stage 1A breast cancer after delaying her scheduled mammogram for four years. Knowles is advising women to get regular screenings for the disease so it can be caught in early stages. Experts say treatment is usually less intense and more successful if a cancer is detected early on. The importance of regular breast cancer screenings cannot be overstated.
