‘Her Spirit Will Live On Through Our Son’
The nursing and social media communities are mourning the tragic loss of Hailey Marie Okula, a nurse influencer and educator, who passed away due to complications from childbirth. Hailey, who had built a passionate following through her business RN New Grads, dedicated her career to mentoring new nurses and supporting healthcare professionals. Her sudden passing […]
5-Year TAVR, Surgery Outcomes Similar in Low-Risk Patients
CHICAGO — Five years after treatment, patients with severe aortic stenosis had comparable rates of all-cause mortality or disabling stroke, whether they received transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) or surgery, according to midterm results from the Evolut Low Risk trial. The randomized, multicenter, international study compared the safety and efficacy of the Evolut TAVR system […]
Melatonin Fights Against Skeletal Muscle Damage Caused by 'Diabesity'
Obesity-driven muscle deterioration occurs when mitochondria, the energy-producing centers of your cells, stop working properly. Skeletal muscle requires constant energy, but when insulin resistance sets in, mitochondrial function declines and oxidative stress skyrockets. As a result, your body loses its ability to efficiently generate energy, while inflammation and free radicals break down muscle fibers faster […]
Is Yerba Mate Nature’s Ozempic? Weighing In Risk Vs. Benefits
Dubbed “Nature’s Ozempic” by TikTok enthusiasts, yerba mate, a traditional South American tea, has gained a loyal following for its potential to boost metabolism, curb appetite, and support weight loss. But before you swap your morning coffee for this earthy, slightly bitter caffeinated brew, it’s worth exploring the benefits and possible risks. Yerba mate is […]
Who Benefits Most From Immunotherapy in Metastatic CRC?
TOPLINE: Compared with chemotherapy, immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) were associated with improved overall survival in patients with microsatellite instable metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC), particularly when used as first-line therapy in routine clinical practice as well as in patients with high albumin levels and those who received antibiotics. Patients with microsatellite instable disease were also less […]
By the Numbers – The State of America’s Health Today
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Experimental Drug Shows Promise In Eliminating Hard-To-Treat Deadly Cholesterol
A type of cholesterol that often evades routine tests and defies diet, exercise, and existing treatments may finally have a solution. In a groundbreaking trial, a single dose of the experimental drug lepodisiran slashed levels of lipoprotein(a), a deadly, hard-to-treat form of cholesterol linked to heart disease, for up to a year. An estimated 64 […]
Gray Market Psilocybin Sales Proliferating Across Canada
The possession, sale, and production of psilocybin for recreational use are illegal in Canada. Why then, do brick-and-mortar psychedelic stores and online sellers appear to be proliferating across urban areas, especially in Ontario and British Columbia (BC)? Newly published study findings showed that as of May 2024, 57 psilocybin stores were operating in more than […]
Depression Accelerates Physical Illness and Increases Disease Risk
Depression doesn’t just affect your mood — it speeds up the progression of physical illness, and recent research backs up these findings. Studies found that there’s a significant link between depression and inflammation, triggering chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and respiratory illnesses and creating a vicious cycle that destroys your quality of life. What’s […]
The Ultimate Guide to Safeguarding Your Baby’s Hearing
Bringing a baby into the world means suddenly becoming their ultimate protector—from tiny toes to delicate ears. While we often focus on baby-proofing sharp corners and securing cabinets, we sometimes forget that their hearing needs just as much protection. Babies have incredibly sensitive ears, and loud noises, unsafe headphones, or even everyday household sounds can […]