According to a recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, over 11% of high school seniors in the U.S. have reported using delta-8 THC. This variant of THC, found in cannabis, is gaining popularity due to a ...
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American Academy of Dermatology Upholds DEI Initiatives Despite Opposition
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recently upheld its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, rejecting a proposal to discontinue these efforts. The decision, welcomed by Black dermatologists and others, maintains the AAD’s focus on promoting diversity within ...
Narcan’s OTC Availability in the US: A Challenge Despite High Hopes
Despite the optimism surrounding the over-the-counter (OTC) availability of Narcan, a lifesaving drug for opioid overdoses, acquiring it in the United States isn’t always straightforward. Released to retail in September, following the FDA’s approval in March 2023, Narcan was envisioned ...
Over 100 Children’s Flu Deaths This Year Highlight Risks, Even for the Healthy
This flu season, more than 100 children in the United States have succumbed to the illness, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While this number isn’t a record high, it underscores the serious threat flu poses ...
Substituting Meat with Mushroom Protein Might Help Lower Cholesterol Levels
The intake of protein, a vital component of a balanced diet, can come from various sources, including animal or plant-based options. One such source, mycoprotein, derived from fungi, is often used in meat substitute products. Recent research suggests that replacing ...
Alabama Resumes IVF Services with New Legal Protections
Two Alabama fertility clinics, halted in vitro fertilization (IVF) operations last month, are preparing to restart services following the passage of a new bill that protects doctors and clinics involved in routine IVF processes, including the discarding of embryos. Dr. ...
Florida’s Medicaid System Struggles with Call Center Delays and Disconnections
MIAMI — Florida’s Medicaid call center is facing challenges with lengthy wait times and high disconnection rates, potentially obstructing eligible families from obtaining or renewing Medicaid coverage. This issue is highlighted in a report by UnidosUS, a prominent Hispanic civil ...
Concerns Rise Over Long-term Use and Discontinuation of Obesity Drugs like Wegovy
Millions of Americans have successfully lost weight with obesity drugs such as Wegovy, but questions arise about the consequences of discontinuing them. Many patients fear weight regain and returning to old habits, a concern supported by clinical trials showing weight ...
FDA Issues Alert on Lead in Additional US Cinnamon Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently issued a warning about further cases of lead contamination found in several cinnamon products across the country. Ground cinnamon from brands like La Fiesta, Marcum, MK, Swad, Supreme Tradition, and Eli Chilar have ...