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FDA approves new drug to treat autoimmune liver disease: ‘Giant step forward’

June 21, 2024

FDA approves new drug to treat autoimmune liver disease: ‘Giant step forward’

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the French drugmaker Ipsen’s medication Iqirvo (elafibranor). Doctors discuss what this means for liver disease patients.

In Alzheimer’s breakthrough, researchers identify ‘protective gene’ that delays disease in high-risk family

June 20, 2024

In Alzheimer’s breakthrough, researchers identify ‘protective gene’ that delays disease in high-risk family

A significant Alzheimer’s study sheds new light on a protective gene that appears to delay the disease in those destined to develop it. A researcher shared how it could "transform lives."

Can you become drunk without drinking alcohol? Here’s how it could happen

June 20, 2024

Can you become drunk without drinking alcohol? Here’s how it could happen

Is it possible to feel intoxicated without ever drinking an alcoholic beverage? Although very rare, some experts say it could happen, with a condition called auto-brewery syndrome.

Pharma giant's data breach exposes patients' sensitive information

June 17, 2024

Pharma giant's data breach exposes patients' sensitive information

Pharmaceutical giant Cencora has notified people that private medical information, including health diagnoses and medications, was stolen during a cyberattack this year.

Study discovers 'trigger gene' in IBD as researchers look for drugs to prevent the bowel disease

June 16, 2024

Study discovers 'trigger gene' in IBD as researchers look for drugs to prevent the bowel disease

Researchers in the U.K. discovered a genetic component that is present in 95% of those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Experts weighed in on what this means for patients.

7 important health stories this week you simply can't miss

June 16, 2024

7 important health stories this week you simply can't miss

As you prepare for the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 7 of the most impactful stories.

CDC warns of ‘dual mutant’ flu strain that could evade antiviral drugs: ‘Need to closely monitor’

June 14, 2024

CDC warns of ‘dual mutant’ flu strain that could evade antiviral drugs: ‘Need to closely monitor’

A new “dual mutant" strain of H1N1 influenza could pose a threat in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Marc Siegel offered input on the potential risks.

7 ways to stay safe in this summer’s scorching heat

June 12, 2024

7 ways to stay safe in this summer’s scorching heat

Properly preparing for the summer heat could help you avoid becoming seriously ill due to this summer's scorching heat. Here are several expert tips to follow.

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug gets FDA advisory panel's thumbs-up: ‘Progress is happening’

June 11, 2024

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug gets FDA advisory panel's thumbs-up: ‘Progress is happening’

An experimental Alzheimer’s drug, donanemab, was endorsed by a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel on Monday. Industry experts and doctors shared reactions.

8 of the biggest health stories of this week: Catch up here on the essentials

June 9, 2024

8 of the biggest health stories of this week: Catch up here on the essentials

As you prepare for the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 of the most impactful stories.