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09 Dec

Do GLP-1 Drugs Affect Cancer Risk? New Study Says Probably Not

A review of 48 clinical trials on GLP-1 safety suggests the popular meds probably have little to no effect on cancer risk.

08 Dec

Two New Studies Find Strong Link Between Epilepsy and Depression

Depression not only makes epilepsy harder to treat but may also raise the risk of developing it, new research finds.

05 Dec

Are Politics Shaping America’s Trust in Cancer Science?

A new national survey finds the majority of U.S. adults report having a high level of trust in scientists when it comes to cancer information, but the results also suggest politics do play a role.

Mango May Support Weight and Blood Sugar, New Research Shows

TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Whether you slice mango and eat it plain, sprinkle it with tajín, toss it into a salad or blend it into a smoothie, new research suggests this tropical fruit may offer more than great flavor.

Researchers at Illinois Institute of Technology reviewed 29 studies published between 201...

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New National Guidelines Aim to Cut Infections in Nursing Homes

TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Infections are a major concern in nursing homes, where many residents are older, recovering from illness or living with long-term health conditions.

Germs like drug-resistant bacteria, viruses that cause flu and COVID can spread quickly in these settings and can be life-threatening.

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More Parents Refuse Vitamin K Shot for Newborns, Study Finds

TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — More parents are saying no to vitamin K shots for their newborns, and experts warn babies could be at serious risk.

A study published Dec. 8 in JAMA found that refusal of vitamin K, a shot given shortly after birth to prevent dangerous bleeding, has skyrocketed in recent years.

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Some Blood Pressure Pills Recalled for Possible Contamination

TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A widely used blood pressure medication is being pulled from shelves after testing suggested some batches may contain traces of other drugs.

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has recalled several lots of bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide tablets (sold under the brand name Ziac), according to ...

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Want To Avoid Having A Troublesome Teen? Get Boys Involved In Youth Sports, Study Says

TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Worried your boy is going to be a difficult teen, in constant friction with parents, teachers and other authority figures?

Get him involved in sports, a new study suggests.

Boys who participated in organized sports between 6 to 10 years of age were less likely to show signs of opposition...

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Climate Change Might Dull Children's Intellectual Growth

TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Climate change could pose a threat to children’s intellectual development, a new study says.

Kids growing up under higher-than-usual temperatures – average temps above 86 degrees Fahrenheit – are less likely to meet developmental milestones for literacy and mathematics, resea...