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18 Jul

GLP-1 Medications May Increase the Risk of Severe Acid Reflux

A new study finds patients with type 2 diabetes who take GLP-1 receptor agonists are 27% more likely to develop gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) compared to those taking other common drugs called SGLT-2 inhibitors.

17 Jul

Added Sugars and Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Early Puberty in Children

A new study finds both added sugars and artificial sweeteners are associated with a higher risk of early puberty, especially in children with a genetic predisposition.

16 Jul

PMS and Other Premenstrual Disorders Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Disease

Young women who suffer from PMS or PMDD are 10% more likely to develop heart disease later in life, a new study finds.

Why Experts Say You Shouldn’t Feed Wild Animals

SUNDAY, July 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Feeding wild elephants might seem kind or exciting, but a new study warns it can lead to serious harm.

Researchers at the University of California San Diego say that giving food to wild animals — especially elephants — can change their behavior in dangerous ways.

“Many ...

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July 20, 2025
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Summer Drinking Poses Unique And Sobering Risks

SATURDAY, July 19, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Lift a toast to summer fun but don’t let risky drinking ruin the party.

Too much alcohol can be deadly in the summer heat, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism warns.

And 1 in 6 Americans is a binge drinker.

"Think before you drink," the institute ur...

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July 19, 2025
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FDA Approves Juul E-Cigs for Sale, Years After Ban Attempt

FRIDAY, July 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — After years of legal battles and health concerns, Juul Labs has the go-ahead to sell some of its electronic cigarettes in the United States.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said that it will allow Juul to market its e-cigarette device and tobacco and menthol refill cartridges.

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July 18, 2025
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8 Babies Born Using New IVF Technique to Prevent Rare Genetic Diseases

FRIDAY, July 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new IVF technique helped eight babies in the U.K. avoid serious inherited diseases, and scientists are calling it a breakthrough.

All eight children were born using a method that uses DNA from three people: the mother, the father and a donor.

The goal? To prevent the babies from inheri...

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July 18, 2025
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Trump Diagnosed With Common Vein Condition in the Legs

FRIDAY, July 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with a vein condition that affects many older adults, the White House said.

Trump, 79, recently noticed some mild swelling in his lower legs. After a medical checkup, doctors found he has chronic venous insufficiency, a condition where blood has troubl...

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July 18, 2025
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Hispanic People Have Unexplained Higher Risk For Nerve Disorder

FRIDAY, July 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Hispanic people are more likely to develop peripheral neuropathy than white people, and it’s not clear why, a new study has found.

Hispanic folks were 32% more likely than white people to have this nerve disorder even after accounting for known health, lifestyle and social risk factors, ...