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Who Is More Likely To Lose Weight On Tirzepatide And Why?
Written by Paul Ian Cross, PhD — Fact checked by Amanda Ward Obesity is the most common chronic health condition globally, affecting around 650 million adults. Recent studies have shown that drugs...
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Kinesiology Tape: What It Is and How to Use It
By John Castro PT, DPT, MTC, OCS For decades, kinesiology tape has been used by amateur and professional athletes, trainers and rehabilitation specialists to support and activate muscles, improve...
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Can Sleeping On Your Back Increase Your Risk For Alzheimer’s Disease?
Written by Corrie Pelc — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. Everyone has a favorite position in which they like to sleep. Some people sleep on their sides, which is known as a lateral...
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Supporting Local: St. Pete’s Best Med-Spa
In a city known for its vibrant community, local businesses play a crucial role in shaping the culture and well-being of its residents. St. Pete Wellness and Med Spa stands out as one of the best in...
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Older Adults Over Age 70 Should Consider Taking Statins, Study Finds
Written by Corrie Pelc — Fact checked by Amanda Ward The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends adults between the ages of 40 to 75 who have one or more cardiovascular risk factors...
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Time to Say Goodbye to the B.M.I.?
By Roni Caryn Rabin Move over, body mass index. Make room for roundness — to be precise, the body roundness index. The body mass index, or B.M.I., is a ratio of height to weight that has long been...
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New Study Challenges Amyloid-Beta Theory On Cause For Alzheimer’s Disease
Written by Corrie Pelc — Fact checked by Amanda Ward While scientists still do not fully know what causes Alzheimer’s disease, the current theories include the build-up of a protein called...
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Carpal Tunnel from Phone: Symptoms and Prevention Tips
Medically reviewed by Angelica Balingit, MD — Written by A. L. Heywood Frequent, repetitive hand movements, like typing or writing, can contribute to the development of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)....
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Florida faces $40M in fines for failing to submit Medicaid reports
BY: CHRISTINE SEXTON AND JACKIE LLANOS Florida could be forced to pay $40 million in fines to the federal government over its handling of the state’s Medicaid program. U.S. Department of Health and...
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Statins and Memory Loss: Is There a Link?
Medically reviewed by Abby Sikorcin, MPAS, PA-C — Written by Rena Goldman Memory loss is not listed as a side effect on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Cholesterol Medicines Guide, which...
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These 4 Factors Can Impact How Many Pounds You’ll Lose on Weight Loss Drugs...
Written by Gigen Mammoser — Fact checked by Jennifer Chesak, MSJ Millions of Americans have taken Ozempic or similar GLP-1 drugs to lose weight, but sustaining that weight loss long-term has proved...
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When’s The Best Time To Get a Flu Shot?
By Emily Schmall In the waning days of summer, flu season can still feel a long way off. Yet some pharmacy chains have already started urging consumers to beat the crowds and schedule a flu vaccine....
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Shifts In Brain Activity May Signal Alzheimer’s Long Before Symptoms Appear
Written by Corrie Pelc — Fact checked by Amanda Ward However, there are still questions on how amyloid plaques and tau tangles might cause this type of dementia. “The role of amyloid-beta and tau...
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Should You Add Rucking to Your Workout?
Rucking sounds like something that might land you in trouble if you do it in public. But walking with a weighted pack (What did you think rucking was?!) is an excellent full-body workout. It...
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Alcohol Plays Key Role In Cancer Risk, New Expert Report Warns
Written by Corrie Pelc — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. According to the 2024 edition of the American Association for Cancer Research’s Cancer Progress Report, advances in cancer...
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Kirby Farrell: How Wellington, FL Residents Can Prioritize Self-Care in Busy...
Self-care is recognized as an essential component for maintaining overall health and well-being, especially in busy everyday lives. It encompasses a range of practices that help maintain and improve an...
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‘Weekend warrior’ physical activity may help prevent diabetes and 200+ diseases
Written by Tim Newman — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. Due to hectic work and social lives, many people do not have adequate time in their schedule to exercise throughout the week....
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Diet-Related Diseases Are The No. 1 Cause Of Death In The US – Yet Many...
Nearly 60% of respondents to one medical school survey said they received no nutritional education at all. Peter Dazeley/The Image Bank via Getty Images Nathaniel Johnson, University of North Dakota...
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Is Gene Therapy The Next Big Step In Vision Loss Treatment?
Written by Deep Shukla — Fact checked by Harriet Pike, Ph.D. Diseases that affect the retina, the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye, are a significant cause of visual impairment and...
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GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic May Protect Brain Health, Several Studies Show
Written by Erika Watts — Fact checked by Amanda Ward The use of the medications Wegovy, Ozempic, and Zepbound has skyrocketed as people turn to GLP-1 medications to treat diabetes and obesity....
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