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In the quest for optimal health, many people turn to dietary supplements to fill nutritional gaps and enhance their well-being. However, while they can be helpful in many cases, not all supplements are created equal, and some can have unintended cons...

Brain Health Expert Cautions Against These 3 Supplements That May Cause Neurological Damage: Copper & More

A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) finds four in 10 cancer cases and about one-half of all cancer deaths in adults 30 years old and older in the United States (or 713,340 cancer cases and 262,120 cancer deaths in 2019) could be attributed to modifiable risk factors, including cigarette smoking, excess body weight, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, diet, and infections. Cigarette smoking was by far the leading risk factor, contributing to nearly 20% of all cancer cases and 30% of all cancer deaths. The findings are published today in the journal CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians.

New study finds 40-percent of cancer cases and almost half of all deaths in the US linked to modifiable risk factors

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Regular heavy marijuana use may increase a person’s risk of developing some head and neck cancers, a study published Thursday in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery found. The study found that heavy cannabis users were between 3.5 and 5 times more likely to develop head and neck cancers than...

Heavy cannabis use may increase risk of certain cancers, new study finds

Supplements are often taken to improve health and fill nutritional gaps, but not all are as beneficial as they seem. Some supplements, particularly when taken in excess or without proper guidance, can have unintended negative effects. For example, certain supplements can unknowingly contribute to high blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular events.

4 Worst Supplements That Could Actually Lead To High Blood Pressure And Cardiovascular Events: Licorice Root & More

This informational guide, part of PS's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment.

What Is Bacterial Vaginosis, Exactly?

Although the overall use of benzodiazepines does not appear to increase the risk of dementia, long-term use is associated with a reduction in the volume of critical brain areas, such as the hippocampus and the amygdala, according to new research published in BMC Medicine. This finding supports current medical guidelines that caution against prolonged benzodiazepine use.

Long-term benzodiazepine use linked to shrinkage in two brain regions

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As women age, many experience the surprising and sometimes unsettling growth of facial hair, including mustaches. This phenomenon, while common, can lead to questions about its causes and how to manage it. Understanding the underlying reasons for this change is the first step toward addressing it effectively and feeling more confident.

Why some women grow mustaches and facial hair as they age

Eleven popular avocado oils recently tested have detectable levels of phthalates, according to a new report from Mamavation. Partnering with EHN.org, the environmental wellness blog and community had 11 avocado oils tested by a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-certified lab and found levels of phthalates ranging from 76 parts per billion to 56,808 ppb. Five of the 11 brands had levels lower than 800 ppb.

Phthalate chemicals found in popular avocado oils

Recent studies indicate that consuming certain types of food may significantly increase the risk of developing dementia. This discovery adds to the growing body of evidence highlighting the detrimental effects of specific dietary choices on overall health, particularly cognitive function. The implications of these findings are vast, prompting a reevaluation...

Cutting Out This Food from Your Diet Could Significantly Reduce Dementia Risk

Everyday Health

Learn about eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and its symptoms, including chronic cough, treatment options, and diagnosis methods.

Can Eosinophilic Esophagitis Be the Reason Behind Your Chronic Cough?

Younger adults (aged 20 – 40 years) with OSA were 3 times more likely to experience any type of CVD event than those without OSA. Young adults aged 20 – 40 years with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have greater cardiovascular disease (CVD) rates than adults with OSA who are > 40 years old, a new study found.1.

Cardiovascular Disease Rate is Greater in Younger Than Older Adults with OSA

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Faulty reports issued by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) are helping polluters dodge cleanup costs and deny compensation to victims living near toxic sites, such as a radioactive landfill in Missouri. Jaimi Dowdell, M.B. Pell, Benjamin Lesser, Michelle Conlin, Phoebe Quinton, and Waylon Cunningham report for...

US agency shields polluters while toxic waste festers

Inflammation is a crucial component of our health. It springs into action when needed to fight off foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses…then calms down and waits for the next danger. But for billions of people, chronic stress, the Standard American Diet (SAD, a fitting acronym) and environmental insults including smoking and pollution have triggered inflammation to turn on…and stay on. The result—chronic inflammation—is like an out-of-control campfire that’s jumped beyond the pit, setting every organ it touches aflame and increasing the odds of developing cancer, heart disease, dementia, diabetes, autoimmune disease and more.

How to Reduce Chronic Inflammation

In a landmark move, the EPA has suspended the use of a pesticide known to harm fetal development, citing urgent health concerns for pregnant women and their unborn children. Maxine Joselow and Amudalat Ajasa report for The Washington Post. In short:. The EPA issued an emergency order to suspend dimethyl...

DCPA, a pesticide linked to fetal harm, faces emergency ban by EPA

Microplastics, found in air, water and food, are raising concerns about their potential health impacts as research into their presence in human tissues increases. Mike Stobbe reports for Associated Press. In short:. Microplastics, breaking down from petroleum products, have been detected in many human tissues, sparking concern about their potential...

Understanding microplastics and their potential health impacts

Alcohol has long been associated with social gatherings, celebrations, and moments of relaxation, but its impact on heart health is often overlooked and underestimated. If you’ve ever found your heart pounding in your chest after a night of intense partying, you might have just shrugged it off as a typical hangover symptom, assuming it to be a temporary discomfort.

Alcohol has a hidden impact on heart health

A new study reveals that low-income individuals in British Columbia are more than twice as likely to die during extreme heat events due to lack of resources and pre-existing health conditions. Michelle Gamage reports for The Tyee. In short:. Research from the BC Centre for Disease Control shows people on...

Poverty greatly increases risk of death during heat waves

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People who use marijuana at high levels are putting themselves at more than three times the risk for head and neck cancers, new research warns.

Study links heavy marijuana use with risk of head, neck cancers

Researchers warn that wildfire smoke, filled with harmful pollutants, may interfere with anesthesia and worsen surgical outcomes, especially for children and sensitive groups. Sharon Udasin reports for The Hill. In short:. Wildfire smoke contains fine particles and chemicals that cause inflammation and reduce antioxidant levels, impacting health. Exposure can exacerbate...

Wildfire smoke can disrupt anesthesia and surgery outcomes

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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NIH spotlights ways to reduce harm from personal exposure to toxic chemicals

The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, in partnership with the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, hosted a 2-day workshop aimed at raising awareness...

NIH spotlights ways to reduce harm from personal exposure to toxic chemicals

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