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Poison centers link growing Benadryl abuse among teens to dangerous social media trends

June 19, 2026

Poison centers link growing Benadryl abuse among teens to dangerous social media trends

America's Poison Centers reports a concerning 31.9% rise in diphenhydramine abuse among teens, with cases reportedly more than doubling in 2026.

Weight-loss drugs linked to 'Ozempic ears' and other cosmetic complaints, surgeons say

June 19, 2026

Weight-loss drugs linked to 'Ozempic ears' and other cosmetic complaints, surgeons say

GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic are linked to cosmetic concerns, including sagging earlobes, deflated breasts and flatter buttocks, surgeons say.

Ozempic users may be making a major weight-loss mistake, new study suggests

June 17, 2026

Ozempic users may be making a major weight-loss mistake, new study suggests

New research finds GLP-1 users significantly reduced physical activity, with daily steps and exercise declining after starting a weight loss medication.

Diabetes drug could slash risk of fatal heart condition in one group, scientists reveal

June 9, 2026

Diabetes drug could slash risk of fatal heart condition in one group, scientists reveal

A diabetes drug called dapagliflozin may help prevent heart failure in people with genetic variants linked to cardiomyopathy, a new study finds.

Woman with advanced Alzheimer's regained speech and memories after taking magic mushrooms

June 9, 2026

Woman with advanced Alzheimer's regained speech and memories after taking magic mushrooms

A woman with advanced Alzheimer's reportedly showed significant brain function improvements after taking psilocybin mushrooms, per a case report.

Flying with cannabis? TSA's new guidance comes with a major health warning

June 7, 2026

Flying with cannabis? TSA's new guidance comes with a major health warning

The TSA has updated medical marijuana guidelines, but experts warn against using cannabis on flights due to health effects at altitude.

Trump expands TrumpRx prescription drug discount program to more than 800 medications

June 5, 2026

Trump expands TrumpRx prescription drug discount program to more than 800 medications

Trump announces TrumpRx.gov expansion to over 800 discounted prescription drugs, claiming the program has saved Americans over $400 million.

People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive, study finds

June 4, 2026

People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive, study finds

A study found quetiapine reduced obstructive sleep apnea events but tripled attention lapses and impaired driving the next morning, researchers say.

New cancer vaccine delivers stunning result against one of the deadliest skin cancers

June 2, 2026

New cancer vaccine delivers stunning result against one of the deadliest skin cancers

A new mRNA melanoma vaccine from Merck and Moderna showed sustained benefits over five years, cutting the risk of cancer recurrence or death by nearly half.

Single infusion of controversial drug changed severe depression symptoms within hours, study finds

May 29, 2026

Single infusion of controversial drug changed severe depression symptoms within hours, study finds

Researchers say a single intravenous ketamine infusion can rapidly relieve severe depression and suicidal thoughts when traditional antidepressants fail.