Genetic testing can determine if high cholesterol is inherited, study says
Genetic testing can inform patients if they have an inherited form of high cholesterol and prompt them to undergo treatment that could help prevent a heart attack, stroke and possibly death, a new study says. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 12, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

FDA authorizes use of diabetes drug tirzepatide for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized Zepbound, which is manufactured by Eli Lilly, approval to be prescribed as a weight-management treatment, paving the way for more people to gain access to the medication. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 8, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

CDC sounds alarm on newborn syphilis'epidemic '
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday called for urgent action in ending the increase of newborn syphilis cases and warning about the spike in sexually transmitted infections. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 7, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Ketamine marketed online using false, misleading claims, study indicates
Hundreds of clinics may be using false and misleading statements in online advertising to sell off-label and unapproved ketamine -- an injectable, short-acting anesthetic -- to treat mental health conditions and pain. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 7, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Blood tests offer hope for early diagnosis of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis
Blood tests can reliably detect warning signs of inflammatory bowel disease much earlier than previously thought, paving the way for preventative or prophylactic action to be taken before the illness progresses. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 7, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

New studies reinforce link between pot use and heart attack, heart failure, stroke
Two new preliminary studies on recreational marijuana use and health strengthen existing evidence that regular intake negatively impacts heart and brain health, according to the American Heart Association. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 6, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Want to slow aging? Essential Eight checklist holds the key, study suggests
Keeping the heart healthy may slow the pace of aging and prevent the risk of cardiovascular and age-related diseases while extending life, a preliminary study suggests. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 6, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

FDA moves to ban drink additive linked to thyroid issues, memory loss
The FDA has proposed a measure that would ban the use of brominated vegetable oil in the U.S. in response to evidence revealing the potential for adverse health effects in humans.  (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Teen smoking study suggests fewer vapers, but hardcore users remain
While the use of e-cigarettes is on the decline, one in four teenagers who say to use them are vaping daily, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

U.S. researchers develop'super melanin' cream that repairs damaged skin
Scientists at Northwestern University say they have developed a synthetic melanin cream that repairs injured skin as well as protecting against sun damage. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Pass on the salt if you worry about diabetes, researchers say
Researchers said in a new study involving 400,000 people that may be a big culprit in developing Type 2 diabetes. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - November 1, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Barbie Halloween costumes bring risk of skating injuries
With Barbie on wheels topping the Google list of most-searched Halloween costumes, experts caution trick-or-treaters and partygoers that in-line skating can lead to serious injuries. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - October 31, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Study: Intermittent fasting effective alternative for weight loss
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago found in a new study that intermittent fasting, in which people only eat during a specific stretch each day, appears to be more effective than limiting calories. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - October 27, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Report indicates both decrease in service member suicides in 2022, higher rate
The Department of Defense released its annual 2022 report on military suicides on Thursday which indicates a decrease in total numbers but a higher rate of occurrences. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - October 26, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Study finds swapping chicken for beef could slash greenhouse gas emissions
Substituting chicken for beef or plant-based milk for cow ' s milk could reduce greenhouse gas emissions from people ' s diets and improve their health at the same time, according to a new study of the diets of Americans. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - October 26, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news