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March 4, 2024

In patients with depression, familiar scents could help trigger happy memories, study finds: ‘Break the cycle’

A familiar scent could help individuals with depression recall memories more easily than verbal cues, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open.

February 29, 2024

Hair loss and prostate medication could also reduce heart disease risk, study finds

Finasteride, a drug that has long been used to treat two common men’s health conditions, could have some unexpected benefits, a new study found. Doctors weigh in.

February 29, 2024

Former Nickelodeon star's viral TikTok sparks debate on whether Ozempic weight loss drug is 'cheating'

Actor Josh Peck posted a viral video that has reached over 21 million views and sparked a debate about "natural" and "artificial" remedies to weight-loss.

February 27, 2024

Cancer prevention in the esophagus could be just a pill away, doctor says: ‘Tremendous benefit’

Lucid Diagnostics, a New York-based biotech company, is looking to revolutionize esophageal cancer prevention with a new test that only requires taking a pill-sized diagnostic.

February 26, 2024

COVID pandemic triggered spike in antidepressant use among young females, study finds

Young people turned to antidepressants in greater numbers during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, new research has shown. Mental health experts react to the findings.

February 21, 2024

‘Gas station heroin’ is growing threat in New Jersey, health officials warn: ‘Dangerous and addictive’

A dangerous drug is causing a spike of illnesses in New Jersey, health officials warn. In many cases, it’s sold on corner convenience store shelves. Addiction experts shared concerns.

February 21, 2024

FDA approves allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy, other foods

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given the injectable Xolair (omalizumab) the green light for use in decreasing the risk of life-threatening reactions to certain foods. Doctors weighed in.

February 18, 2024

Weekend read: Best stories of the week in Health include COVID advice and lupus developments

This weekend, check out some of the top stories of the week in Health that you may have missed, including key insights on COVID and autoimmune treatments.

February 17, 2024

Ozempic, the happy drug? Study suggests weight-loss medications could reduce depression, anxiety

For those who take Ozempic or Wegovy for weight loss or diabetes, a new study suggests the GLP-1 medications could also help reduce depression and anxiety.

February 16, 2024

FDA greenlights first drug for severe frostbite: ‘Very important approval’

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first medication to treat severe frostbite, the agency announced this week. Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News medical contributor, weighed in.