In a new study, drastic changes in temperature, both up and down, were associated with increases in death and disability due to stroke.
Ozempic, Wegovy Won’t Raise Thyroid Cancer Risk, New Study Suggests
A new study comparing GLP-1 analogues, such as semaglutide, to other diabetes drugs finds the popular medications do not increase the risk of thyroid cancer.
New Oral Vaccine for UTIs Keeps Patients Infection-Free for Up to Nine Years, Study Finds
Researchers say the majority of patients who received a new oral vaccine for recurrent urinary tract infections remained UTI-free for up to nine years with few side effects.
Exposure to Secondhand Smoke Linked to Serious Heart Rhythm Disorder
In a new study, adults exposed to about 2.2 hours of secondhand smoke per week were more likely to develop atrial fibrillation, a serious heart rhythm disorder.
Suicide Is Now the Second Leading Cause of Death in U.S. College Athletes, Study Finds
The suicide rate among NCAA athletes has doubled over the past two decades, researchers report.
Vaping May Raise Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds
People who vaped were 19% more likely to be diagnosed with heart failure, even after accounting for other heart disease risk factors, researchers report.
Naturally Existing Immune Cells Help Prevent Recurrence of Aggressive Breast Cancer, Study Finds
People with triple-negative breast cancer and high levels of immune cells within their tumors have a lower risk of recurrence and may be able to skip chemotherapy, researchers report.
30% of Americans Don’t Know Total Solar Eclipse Poses Eye Dangers, Survey Finds
While many Americans believe a total solar eclipse can cause natural disasters and mental health issues, a new survey finds 1 out of 3 don’t know this event can cause permanent retina damage.
People Are Turning to Twitter/X for Info on Contraception, New Study Finds
Researchers say just a fraction of the info on contraception that’s posted on Twitter/X is from an official news or healthcare source.