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Link explored between GLP-1 weight loss drugs and rare brain condition
health24 days ago

Link explored between GLP-1 weight loss drugs and rare brain condition

A rare brain disorder called Wernicke encephalopathy has been identified in a small number of people taking GLP-1 weight-loss and diabetes drugs. An Israeli review of FDA adverse-event reports and medical literature found about 15 cases (mostly in patients with GI side effects and malnutrition). While the study suggests a possible link, causation isn’t proven and patients shouldn’t stop medication; emergency thiamine treatment is essential if Wernicke is suspected, and more research is needed to clarify risk.

via The Independent|
#brain-health#drugs#health
Elevated tyrosine linked to shorter lifespan in men, study finds
health24 days ago

Elevated tyrosine linked to shorter lifespan in men, study finds

A UK Biobank analysis of over 270,000 participants found men with higher blood tyrosine levels tended to have shorter lifespans—about one year less—while women showed no such link; phenylalanine did not affect lifespan. Possible mechanisms include insulin resistance and brain-chemistry effects, but the study does not prove causation or advise stopping supplements; tyrosine is also linked to cognitive benefits and dietary adjustments could be considered if levels are unusually high.

via New York Post|
#health#insulin-resistance#lifespan
CDC data reveal fatigue gap: women report more fatigue than men
health25 days ago

CDC data reveal fatigue gap: women report more fatigue than men

CDC data from a 2024 survey of nearly 27,000 adults show women report fatigue more often than men: over half say they feel fatigued on some days and about 18% say most days or every day, with fatigue linked to cognitive difficulties, depression, and anxiety; younger adults (18–34) report fatigue more frequently, while older adults and men report it less often. Experts note busy responsibilities and hormonal factors may contribute, though the study does not establish causes or compare to previous years.

via New York Post|
#cdc#fatigue#health
New US mosquito species discovered, but researchers still have many questions
science29 days ago

New US mosquito species discovered, but researchers still have many questions

Florida researchers report the first US sighting of a new mosquito species, Aedes amateuri, previously recorded only in Mexico, with confirmed finds in Arizona’s Sky Islands. The mosquito is known to bite humans and large mammals, but little else is known about its biology or whether it can spread disease. Authorities suspect it may already have spread to nearby New Mexico, underscoring the need for ongoing mosquito monitoring and research.

via The Independent|
#aedes-amateuri#arizona#mosquito
Brisk walking can match longevity benefits of higher step counts
health1 month ago

Brisk walking can match longevity benefits of higher step counts

A UK Biobank analysis of 100,000+ adults finds taking fewer steps at a brisk pace can lower risk of death about as much as more steps taken at a slower pace; overall, 7,500–10,000 daily steps confer the lowest mortality risk, but for those with activity limits, 30 minutes of brisk walking daily can yield meaningful benefits. Pace is individual and should be sustainable; consistency matters more than chasing a single number, and beginners should increase pace gradually with medical advice as needed.

via CNN|
#cadence#health#longevity
health1 month ago

Daily Drink Linked to Higher Risk of Death From Several Cancers, Study Finds

A United States study finds that even one standard drink per day can raise the risk of death from multiple cancers, with alcohol-attributable cancer deaths more than doubling since 1990 (from about 11,400 to 23,100 in 2023); cancers such as breast, colorectal, and esophageal are highlighted, and alcohol may promote cancer through DNA damage, inflammation, hormonal changes, and weakened cells.

via Ground News|
#alcohol#cancer#health
NFLPA mobilizes players after CTE study finds higher prevalence among NFL players
sports1 month ago

NFLPA mobilizes players after CTE study finds higher prevalence among NFL players

The NFL Players Association emailed all players in response to a Massachusetts General Brigham–Boston University study suggesting CTE may be more common in NFL players than previously thought. The message emphasizes the need for continued research, care, and support, outlines symptoms that can be treated with proper medical evaluation, and points to resources (Former Players Department, Professional Athletes Foundation, and the Football Players Health Study at Harvard). It also says the NFLPA will host medical expert calls in coming weeks to provide context and answers, underscoring a league-wide push to improve safety and brain health for players.

via NBC Sports|
#brain-health#cte#nfl
Women report more harms and less benefit from ECT, study finds
health1 month ago

Women report more harms and less benefit from ECT, study finds

A large international study of 858 participants across 44 countries found that women receiving electroconvulsive therapy report less mood improvement and more memory loss than men, with higher perceptions of coerced treatment and gaps in trauma-informed care; the piece also cites Paris Jackson’s painful experience to highlight the need for better patient information and regulation.

via USA Today|
#electroconvulsive-therapy#health#memory-loss
Adult cannabis use may accelerate onset of psychosis, review suggests
health1 month ago

Adult cannabis use may accelerate onset of psychosis, review suggests

A large analysis of 149 studies covering more than 71,000 people finds that cannabis use in people’s 20s and 30s can advance the onset of psychosis by up to 6.3 years, with an average shift of about 2.5 years. The findings challenge the idea that delaying cannabis use until brain development is complete protects against psychosis and underscore the need for public health warnings about psychiatric harms associated with cannabis.

via The Independent|
#cannabis#health#mental-health
Aircrew Face Elevated Radiation-Linked Cancer Death Risk, Study Finds
health1 month ago

Aircrew Face Elevated Radiation-Linked Cancer Death Risk, Study Finds

A large analysis of more than 12 million death certificates links flight attendants and pilots to higher mortality from radiation-related cancers, with flight attendants about 50% and pilots about 36% higher odds than the general workforce. Absolute rates are roughly 6.9% and 6.7% respectively, vs 5% overall. Limitations include unknown individual exposures and possible misclassification; jet lag/circadian disruption may contribute. The findings support monitoring and potentially earlier cancer screening for aircrew.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#aviation#cancer#health
Empire State Tops Nation for Social Media Scrolling, Study Finds
technology1 month ago

Empire State Tops Nation for Social Media Scrolling, Study Finds

A Winder Law Firm study using Google Keyword Planner ranks New York as the most social-media-addicted state, with 157,537 monthly searches for social-media terms per 100,000 residents and about 30.8 million total monthly searches; the five platforms most searched in NY are YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and Reddit, with Virginia, Washington, North Carolina and Georgia following; researchers say engagement is higher in dense, tech-centric areas.

via New York Post|
#google-keyword-planner#new-york#per-capita
ED Drug Cialis Linked to Higher Glaucoma Risk, Study Finds
health1 month ago

ED Drug Cialis Linked to Higher Glaucoma Risk, Study Finds

A large observational study of about 74,000 men aged 40+ found that tadalafil (Cialis), used for erectile dysfunction and urinary symptoms, was associated with a 22% higher risk of glaucoma (33% for primary open-angle glaucoma) and a 32% higher risk of ocular hypertension. The researchers caution that the design cannot prove causation, but regular eye exams may be advisable for users, especially those with predispositions, given widespread tadalafil use (millions of prescriptions in 2024).

via New York Post|
#erectile-dysfunction#glaucoma#health