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Rates of vasectomies rise among American men
The U.S. vasectomy rate increased by 26% between 2014 and 2021, according to an analysis of commercial health…
U. of Virginia clinical trial eyes behavior modification to treat Type 2 diabetes
A new study by the University of Virginia is seeking to determine if education would be a better way to treat…
Statins may lower risk of another stroke after ‘bleeding’ stroke
A recent study found that statin use was associated with a 12% lower risk of another stroke after the authors…
Study finds telling symptoms day before cardiac arrest
For women, the most prominent symptom of an impending sudden cardiac arrest is shortness of breath for men, it…
Mental health disorders can affect physical health, experts say
1 of 5 | People with mental health disorders can reduce their risk for physical diseases by eating…
Marijuana use linked to higher levels of toxic metals in blood, urine
People who use marijuana have significant levels of lead and cadmium in their bodies, a new study found. File…
Female surgeons outperform men on patient outcomes, studies show
Two new studies show that if patients want safe, effective long-term results, picking a female surgeon might be…
Over-the-counter Narcan to hit drugstore shelves next week
People who want to carry Narcan, the nasal spray version of naloxone, will be able to find it at Walgreens,…
Lifestyle changes may preserve testosterone levels as men age
Researchers found a wide range of factors contribute to a decline in testosterone after age 70. These included…
Keeping weight stable may improve longevity for women
Older women with a more stable weight were 1.2 to 2 times more likely to live to advanced ages than those who…