From curbing your craving for alcohol to boosting fertility, all the surprising health benefits of Ozempic
Game-changing injections such as Ozempic and Wegovy, are used by celebs to shed a few extra pounds. But it could also boost fertility, cut alcohol cravings and cut the risk of heart attacks. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - April 21, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Want to enjoy your cup of coffee without suffering from sleepless nights and heart palpitations? Experts' tips for how to banish unwelcome side effects
For some, it's a vital pick-me-up and no day can start without it. Others believe there are myriad health benefits to drinking it (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - April 21, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Drinking two glasses of this juice daily could slash stroke and heart attack risk - study
The tasty drink could lower blood pressure and cholesterol, key contributors to many deadly medical issues. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - April 21, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Medical device companies pay millions to NHS while pushing products, says study
Pharmaceutical equipment firms are funding NHS staff and training while promoting salesMedical device companies are paying millions of pounds to hospitals in the UK to fund staff places, as well as training and awareness campaigns, while pushing sales of their products, including implants, heart valves and diagnostic equipment, a new report reveals.An analysis of disclosures by medical device companies found that between 2017 and 2019 they reported €425m (£367m at today’s rates) in payments to healthcare organisations in Europe, according to the study in the journalHealth Policy and Technology.Continue reading... (Sou...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - April 21, 2024 Category: Science Authors: Jon Ungoed-Thomas, Shanti Das and Aneesa Ahmed Tags: Pharmaceuticals industry Business Medical research NHS Society Hospitals Health Technology Science Source Type: news

Move it or raze it? Fate of historic Spokane home up in the air
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center is visible from nearly anywhere in Spokane. But hidden in the campus' shadows is the one-time home of a stubborn nurse.#spokane (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 21, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Touching moment golden retriever " soul mates " reunite after 3 weeks apart
Prepare for your heart to melt as you watch two golden retrievers reunite after almost a month apart. The emotional video shared by owner Yuni Lee, 36, (@gamjamypotato) has received more than 2.1 million views on TikTok. Lee, who lives in California, told Newsweek: "I didn't expect them to hug…#yunilee #tiktok #lindseylohan #boston #kaithembree (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 20, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Niger's Eviction of U.S. Commandos, Drones, Derails America's Counterterror Strategy
Niger has formally ordered the U.S. to withdraw counterterrorism troops and aerial drones from the country, driving the final nail in the coffin of American strategy to defeat a violent Islamist insurgency overrunning the heart of western Africa.#niger #islamist #africa (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 20, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Spouse ’s stroke could boost partner’s depression risk, study suggests
Those whose spouses had a stroke or heart failure were at higher risk than those whose spouses had a heart attack. (Source: Washington Post: To Your Health)
Source: Washington Post: To Your Health - April 20, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Erin Blakemore Source Type: news

Robert Plant on'Stairway to Heaven' by Led Zeppelin
Robert Plant shares his thoughts on the fan favorite @ledzeppelin track "Stairway to Heaven," why "Kashmir" holds a special place in his heart," the personal tragedy that inspired "All My Love," and more on The Big Interview. Subscribe to AXS TV for more great music content:…#robertplant #stairwaytoheaven #kashmir #allmylove #subscribe #axstv #newsletters (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 20, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Louis Gossett Jr. Died of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
“An Officer and a Gentleman” star Louis Gossett Jr.’s cause of death was Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), per Friday’s report from the coroner. The report, which was first obtained by TMZ, lists COPD as his main cause of death, with heart failure and atrial fibrillation as…#gentleman #louisgossettjrs #tmz #hollywood #santamonica #gossettjr #fiddler #landmarkminiseries #thewrap #oscar (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 20, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Ancient Alleles Shed Light on Atherosclerosis Risk
Calculating the polygenic risk scores of ancient humans such as Ötzi the iceman helps researchers understand the genetic predisposition to cardiovascular disease. (Source: The Scientist)
Source: The Scientist - April 19, 2024 Category: Science Tags: News News & Opinion Source Type: news

Apr 19 2024 This Week in Cardiology Apr 19 2024 This Week in Cardiology
ACC Part 2: The TACT2 trial of chelation, inter-atrial shunts for HF, and triglyceride lowering; plus diltiazem and Factor Xa anticoagulants are the topics John Mandrola, MD, covers this week.theheart.org on Medscape (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - April 19, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Commentary Source Type: news

Are Carbs Really the Enemy? Are Carbs Really the Enemy?
Our diet hasn ' t necessarily adapted to the ready food supply, which has changed over the years. Caroline Apovian, MD, explains why we need carbs and which ones are best.Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology (Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines - April 19, 2024 Category: Cardiology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Commentary Source Type: news

Time-Restricted Eating Tied to Modest Weight Loss
(MedPage Today) -- Restricting daily eating to a 10-hour window was no silver bullet for boosting weight loss in people with obesity and prediabetes, a small study found. In the 12-week trial, both time-restricted eating (TRE) and a usual pattern... (Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular)
Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular - April 19, 2024 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news

Heart-Liver Surgery May Help Patients Excluded from Transplant List
Patients with both heart and liver diseases are usually turned away from organ transplant lists. A new dual procedure aims to give them another chance. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - April 19, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news