New research finds that consistently getting good quality sleep can help reduce cardiovascular disease risk. Halfpoint Images/Getty Images A new study found that older adults who maintained good sleep quality over a five-year period had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. However, even people with good sleep quality only at one point in the study had a lower cardiovascular risk compared to those with ongoing poor sleep quality. The study focused on poor sleep quality, but sleep disorders such as sleep apnea can also increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Sleep and health are intima ..read more

New research suggests that people who take antacids may be at greater risk for migraine attacks and severe headaches. ingwervanille/Getty Images A study of more than 11,000 adults suggests an association between migraine attacks or severe headaches and acid-suppressing medications like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). An estimated 20% of adults in the U.S. have GERD, which can cause heartburn and acid reflux. These types of drugs are widely used to treat them. However, the study does not state that these classes of acid-suppressing medications cause migraine attacks or severe headaches. People ..read more

Can weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound really alter your personality? FreshSplash/Getty Images “Ozempic personality” is a side effect reported by some users of popular GLP-1 obesity and diabetes medications. The term refers to a cluster of mental health issues, including increased anxiety, depression, and anhedonia. Experts contacted by Healthline disputed the term and reaffirmed that GLP-1 medications are safe and effective. First, there was “Ozempic face,” then “Ozempic butt,” and now there’s a new side effect known as “Ozempic personality,” being reported among users of ..read more

New research suggests that low dose aspirin may help enhance your immune system and lower your risk of colorectal cancer. andreswd/Getty Images Aspirin has been shown to protect against colorectal cancer. A new study says it may do this by enhancing the body’s ability to detect cancer cells. Aspirin is not right for everyone and may be most beneficial for those with CVD risk. Your lifestyle choices can also influence your risk for colorectal cancer. Early detection through regular screenings can make colorectal cancer easier to treat. Studies have shown that taking aspirin may reduce the ris ..read more

Actor Jennifer Stone may be best known for playing the role of Harper Finkle in the hit Disney series ‘Wizards of Waverly Place,’ but today she’s enjoying a second career as an ER nurse – all while managing living with type 1 diabetes. Image Provided by InPen Actor Jennifer Stone shares her journey of living with type 1 diabetes. Stone’s diagnosis inspired her to become a registered nurse. The actor juggles working as a nurse and acting. While Jennifer Stone is best known for playing Selena Gomez’s best friend on Disney’s Wizards of Waverly Place, she is also a nurse people encounter when th ..read more

Agustin Vai/Getty Images A prostate cancer biomarker test that utilizes 17 genetic markers has demonstrated a high degree of accuracy in screening for serious cancer. The test also significantly reduced unnecessary biopsies for individuals with indolent, low-grade prostate cancer. The results are exciting, but questions remain as to whether the test would perform in a more racially diverse population. Researchers have identified 17 unique genetic markers that are overexpressed by high-grade prostate cancers, which can be screened for accurately using a urine test. Experts say the test can he ..read more

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can help most people lose weight, but they don’t work for everyone. Johnér/Offset Images GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have gained popularity for their ability to help people lose significant weight. Despite the rates of success, about 15% of people will not see clinically relevant weight loss. Doctors say there are several reasons why GLP-1 medications may not work for you, but there are alternative options available. Ozempic and Wegovy have been called game-changers for people living with obesity or overweight. One 2021 clinical trial indicat ..read more

A new study found people takeing the GLP-1 Zepbound had fewer symptoms of sleep apnea. River Rock Photos/Getty Images People with obesity who received the weight-loss drug Zepbound had fewer obstructive sleep apnea events, or episodes of stopped breathing during sleep. The research by drug maker Eli Lilly included people who used a CPAP machine to treat their obstructive sleep apnea, and those who didn’t. Experts say the breathing-related benefits seen in these studies are due to weight lost by people receiving Zepbound over the course of a year. People with obesity experienced relief from o ..read more

Actress Olivia Munn is talking about undergoing treatment after a breast cancer diagnosis. Valerie Macon/AFP via Getty Images Actress Olivia Munn revealed that she had been diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer last year. In a new interview she talks about how her treatment involved medically-induced menopause. This typical treatment duration period is 5 years. Actress Olivia Munn is talking about her recovery from breast cancer and how her treatment has led to medically-induced menopause. Munn was diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer last year. “You realize cancer doesn’t care who you ar ..read more

Hundreds of fake online retailers are selling counterfeit weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic. d3sign/Getty Images A firm has announced the takedown of over 250 websites selling fake GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic. High prices and shortages make sites like these appealing to consumers. Experts say counterfeit drugs can pose health risks since it’s impossible to know what’s in them. It is important to verify the legitimacy of any online pharmacy that you use. According to reporting by Reuters, the CEO of cybersecurity firm BrandShield, Yoav Keren, told the news outlet that they have removed o ..read more