Nature’s Alternatives to Finasteride: 3 Plant Extracts for Hair Loss
‘Saw palmetto, in essence, works in a similar way to what finasteride does,’ says a hair transplant surgeon.
Urinary Tract Infections: Affects Over 1 in 10 Women—Here Are the Early Signs
Urinary tract infections are among the most common infections, occurring when harmful bacteria multiply and spread through the urinary tract.
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Chagas Disease, Transmitted by ‘Kissing Bugs,’ is Now Considered Endemic in the US: UCLA
There are an estimated 300,000-plus Americans infected with these parasites, with 45,000 in Los Angeles alone.
Deaths From High Blood Pressure-Related Kidney Disease Jump Nearly 50 Percent in 25 Years: AHA
Men face a higher risk of death from the disease, the study found.
Frozen Vegetable Products Recalled in 7 US States: FDA
The products were packed in frozen 2.5lb clear plastic bags under the Endico label, and sold through distributors.
The Calf Muscle is Your ‘Second Heart’—How to Look After It
The calf muscles are the unsung heroes of the cardiovascular system, with research showing that regular movement is vital for venous health.
Lyme Disease: A Silent Tick Bite Turns Into a Serious Condition—Here Are the Early Signs
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by the bite of infected blacklegged ticks, affecting nearly 500,000 people in the United States each year.
Shingles: Dormant Virus That Emerges After Decades—Here are the Causes
Shingles is a burning, blistering rash that affects more than 1 million Americans each year, with risk increasing after age 50.
How 5 Colored Beans Support Organ Health
Hidden in every tiny, colorful bean lies an array of health benefits.
RFK Jr. Defends CDC Shakeup as Fired Director Issues New Claim
The health secretary said he never told Susan Monarez to preapprove recommendations from the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel.
Nasal Spray May Reduce Risk of COVID-19 Infection: Study
Researchers reported promising results from a trial evaluating an antihistamine spray against COVID-19.
Do Doctors Make Money Off Vaccines? A Look at Incentives and Bonus Structures
Studies show that some doctors make money from vaccinating, while others don’t.
Cataracts: Leading Cause of Blindness–Here Are Its Early Signs
Cataracts are a common eye condition among older adults, gradually clouding the lens.
Mangoes Benefit Gut and Brain—Here’s How to Optimize Absorption
For centuries, mangoes have soothed digestion and eased constipation. Today, science is discovering that they can do so much more.
Foods That Fight Wrinkles
One major culprit in skin aging is glycation, a process in which sugars bind to proteins like collagen and elastin.
