Stop heartburn before it starts: 5 dinner mistakes to avoid, from a GI doctor
The holidays are a time for family, food and festive cheer — but for many people, they also bring an unwelcome guest: heartburn. It’s no coincidence that cases of reflux…
Judge rules West Virginia parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of school vaccine requirements
A West Virginia judge ruled on Wednesday that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of school vaccine requirements for their children. Raleigh County Circuit Judge Michael Froble on…
Common sleep problem tied to serious neurological disorder in major new study
A major new study has found a notable connection between untreated sleep apnea and an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. A team of researchers from Oregon Health and Science University…
‘Green Wednesday’ surges as Americans swap alcohol for cannabis ahead of Thanksgiving
The biggest shopping day of the year may be Black Friday, but the cannabis equivalent happens the day before Thanksgiving. Despite potential health risks, “Green Wednesday” has been named the…
On a GLP-1? How to survive holiday meals without derailing your progress
While being on a GLP-1 can help to accelerate weight loss and regulate blood sugar, it also has the potential to change how people interact socially. As the holidays approach,…
The deadly cancer hiding in plain sight — and why most patients never get screened
A new study from Northwestern Medicine suggests that current lung cancer screening guidelines may be missing most Americans who develop the disease — and researchers say it’s time for a…
Aggressive cancer warning signs revealed after JFK’s granddaughter’s diagnosis
Days after Tatiana Schlossberg announced that she has terminal cancer, the spotlight is on the warning signs of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). John F. Kennedy’s granddaughter, 35, shared the details…
Pumpkin’s secret health powers go far beyond the holidays, experts say
Pumpkin is a staple ingredient in many holiday dishes, like pumpkin pie, breads, soups and even ravioli. In addition to its seasonal appeal, pumpkin has been shown to have many…
New weight-loss shot shows major fat reduction, but experts urge caution
An experimental medication was shown to help boost weight loss by up to 20%, a study found. Eloralintide, a once-weekly injectable manufactured by Eli Lilly in Indianapolis, led to “meaningful,…
‘Perfect storm’: Doctors warn of alarming rise in adult-onset food allergies
More adults are suddenly developing allergic reactions later in life — and experts aren’t sure why. Nearly 50% of adults developed at least one food allergy in adulthood, according to…