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FDA Drafts New Recommendations for More Inclusive Pulse Oximeter Testing

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released draft guidelines on Jan. 6 proposing that manufacturers conduct larger, more inclusive studies to ensure pulse ox

Advocates Say FDA Guidance on Lead Levels in Baby Food Is Insufficient

The first-ever U.S. Food and Drug Administration guidelines on lead in baby food are under fire from health experts who argue the limits are too lenient and fai

'Videoconferencing Dysmorphia' Drives Interest in Cosmetic Procedures

Videoconferencing and the application of filters are significantly associated with a heightened interest in cosmetic procedures, according to a study published

Despite Previous Data, Paxlovid May Be Useful for Long Covid After All

The antiviral pill Paxlovid might help some patients who are suffering from long COVID. A five-day course of Paxlovid is known to help limit symptoms and shorte

Diabetes Prevention Program Saves People Money, Study Shows

Preventing diabetes can be as good for a person s wallet as it is for their health, a new study says. People participating in a diabetes prevention program save

Morning Coffee Linked to Longer Life, Heart Health Benefits

you live New research published Jan. 8 in the European Heart Journal suggests that when you enjoy your cup of Joe might be just as important as how much you dri

Can the Mediterranean Diet Boost Your Memory?

The Mediterranean diet is renown for its ability to improve heart health and help folks lose weight. Now a new rat study says this eating pattern also might pro

Sugary Drinks Are To Blame for Millions of Diabetes, Heart Disease Cases Worldwide

Sugar-sweetened drink consumption accounts for more than 2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes, and 1.2 million new cases of heart disease worldwide annually.

First U.S. Death From Bird Flu Reported in Louisiana

A Louisiana resident has died after being hospitalized with bird flu in December of last year, marking the first known U.S. death from the virus. The patient wh

Fluoride May Be Linked to Decreased IQ, Says "Limited Data," Hard-to-Interpret Study

but not at the low levels recommended for U.S. drinking water. Fluoride in drinking water was associated with reduced IQ scores at levels of less than 4 milligr

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