Health 2 hours ago Sugar substitutes may interfere with liver’s ability to detoxify, researchers say Study found two non-nutritive sweeteners could affect liver’s metabolism of blood pressure meds, antibiotics, and antidepressants
Coronavirus 5 hours ago COVID-19 home tests have more shelf-life than you think: report Don’t throw away your home COVID-19 tests just because it says it’s expired, according to a recent New York Times report.
MENTAL HEALTH 1 day ago What's behind the trend of women posting make-up free photos on social media? Social media platforms don’t just harm teenagers, but can be harmful to women as they age according to a recent Wall Street Journal report.
MEDICAL RESEARCH 2 days ago Vaccinated patients with blood cancers are at higher risk of breakthrough COVID than other cancers, study says Researchers found COVID-19 vaccines protect most cancer patients but not as protective in those with hematological cancers
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United Kingdom 4 days ago UK reaches record COVID levels; nearly 5 million infected The prevalence of COVID-19 in the U.K. has reached record levels, with about 1 in 13 people estimated to be infected with the virus in the past week, according to the latest figures from Britain’s official statistics agency. Some 4.9 million people were estimated to have the coronavirus in the week ending March 26.
HEALTH 4 days ago COVID Vaccine in kids less effective against Omicron vs Delta, but ward off severe illness from both: study The Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine provided less protection against the Omicron variant than the Delta strain in children but did protect against severe illness from both variants.
LIFESTYLE 4 days ago Amy Schumer reveals struggling with a disorder called trichotillomania: What is it? Trichotillomania is a mental health condition marked by repetitive hair pulling that is classified within body-focused repetitive behaviors that many people struggle with.
Health 6 days ago Alcohol intake at any level may increase risk of heart disease, study suggests A newly released study found that alcohol intake at all levels leads to higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
Drug and Substance Abuse 6 days ago Secondhand marijuana smoke from bongs more dangerous than cigarette smoke: study Secondhand cannabis smoke from a bong is more dangerous than cigarette smoking, according to researchers.
FOOD 6 days ago Lower risk of cardiovascular disease associated with avocado consumption: study Eating avocados two or more times a week is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary heart disease, according to researchers.
Vaccine 6 days ago Kids' COVID vaccinations less effective against omicron vs. delta, but helps ward off severe illness from both A new study shows the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine provided less protection against the new omicron variant versus the delta variant in children while protecting against more severe illnesses.
