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Colorectal cancer is on the rise among people younger than 50. Mark Lewis, MD talks about why, what signs to watch for, and what you can do to reduce your odds. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230627/colon-cancer-in-people-under-45?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The Drexel University Food Lab blends hands-on culinary arts with rigorous research science in an effort to heal a broken food system, one innovative product at a time. source https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/food-lab?src=RSS_PUBLIC

UC patients not only have to deal with treating and managing gastrointestinal problems related to their IBD – they’re also at higher risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's what to know. source https://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/news/20230629/how-can-ulcerative-colitis-affect-cholesterol-what-to-know?src=RSS_PUBLIC

In this WebMD webinar, viewers asked Carolyn Newberry, MD, about how to create a healthy diet for weight management. source https://www.webmd.com/obesity/features/cm/eating-healthy-weight-webinar-qa?src=RSS_PUBLIC

New technology that tracks markers in your “interstitial fluid” – fluid found under your skin – could be as good as a blood test, no doctor’s visit or needle stab required. source https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20230628/patch-may-measure-your-critical-health-needs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Colorectal cancer is on the rise among people younger than 50. Mark Lewis, MD talks about why, what signs to watch for, and what you can do to reduce your odds. source https://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/news/20230627/colon-cancer-in-people-under-45?src=RSS_PUBLIC

New research suggests people who are at high risk of heart disease are significantly more likely to develop disorders of the muscles and joints. source https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20230627/heart-disease-risk-tied-to-muscle-joint-problems?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Recent research shows that limiting social media use among teens can be challenging, but the benefits can be worth it. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20230626/limiting-social-media-use-in-youths-brings-challenges-benefits?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Analyzing a decade’s worth of data, researchers also found that 4 out of 10 such gun deaths involve kids 2 to 4 years old. source https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20230626/when-kids-fatally-shoot-other-kids-tragedies-that-dont-have-to-happen?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The HPV vaccine may now be as critical as ever, though young people are taking the shot in fewer and fewer numbers. Medical experts speak to us about the risks of sexually transmitted HPV, which include throat cancer, among other serious diseases. source https://www.webmd.com/sexual-conditions/hpv-genital-warts/news/20230626/hpv-rates-skyrocket-despite-effective-vaccine?src=RSS_PUBLIC

New magnetic tech allows doctors to perform guided endoscopy to detect gastric illnesses much earlier. source https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/news/20230623/docs-steer-camera-through-stomach-like-little-mars-rover?src=RSS_PUBLIC

If taking Ozempic or Rybelsus for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy for weight loss, or similar medications, doctors are debating how long before planned surgery you should stop taking the drug to be safe. source https://www.webmd.com/obesity/news/20230623/should-you-stop-taking-ozempic-before-surgery?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ASCO’s president Eric Winer, MD, explains why good patient-doctor relationships are key for quality cancer care. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230616/winer-partnering-patients?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A new study has found that severe grief can cause a significant increase in blood pressure, suggesting that grief can be a risk factor for future heart problems. source https://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/news/20230623/dealing-with-the-physical-impact-of-intense-grief?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Wondering if your baby who has a food allergy is getting the nutrients they need for proper growth and development? Learn about vital vitamins, food and milk alternatives, and more. source https://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/features/fill-nutritional-gap-allergies?src=RSS_PUBLIC

CAR T cells are a relatively new but dynamic treatment for blood cancers, but the price of the drugs and access to care put them out of reach for some patients who need them. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/lymphoma/news/20230622/car-t-cancer-therapy-can-be-lifesaving-if-you-can-afford-it?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The CDC is urging people to ensure they are vaccinated against measles before summer travel. International travelers are particularly at risk, the CDC said, noting that 88% of all cases in the U.S. so far this year are linked to international travel. source https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/news/20230622/cdc-urges-international-travelers-get-measles-vaccine?src=RSS_PUBLIC

New research suggests consuming omega-3 fatty acids like flaxseed oil and walnuts may help slow the decline in physical function related to ALS. source https://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20230622/diet-heavy-in-omega-3s-might-help-slow-als?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The committee voted to recommend the RSV vaccines for anyone over the age of 60, if their health care provider agrees. source https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20230622/cdc-backs-limited-call-for-rsv-vaccine?src=RSS_PUBLIC

There is no such thing as a "smart pill." In fact, nonmedical use of prescription stimulants like Adderall or Ritalin by people without a prescription can lead to unintended outcomes, including poorer grades and substance abuse. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20230623/smart-drugs-underdeliver-and-can-bring-trouble?src=RSS_PUBLIC

"It's a bit crude," Adele told the audience attending her Las Vegas residency as she shared that she has the fungal skin infection tinea cruris, commonly referred to as jock itch. "I never knew it existed." source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20230623/adele-has-jock-itch?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ASCO’s president Eric Winer, MD, explains why good patient-doctor relationships are key for quality cancer care. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230616/winer-partering-patients?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A recent study of parents estranged from adult children found that about a quarter of respondents were estranged from their fathers. source https://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20230620/dealing-with-adult-child-estrangement?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Nasal drugs are opening the door to new therapies for everything from smoking cessation to Alzheimer’s. The upshot: Someday, inhaling therapies could be as routine as swallowing pills. source https://www.webmd.com/drug-medication/news/20230619/cutting-edge-nasal-tech-could-usher-in-a-new-era-of-medicine?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A new study challenges the widely held assumption that people who regularly drink to excess can “hold their liquor” better than people who don’t drink as much. source https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20230619/study-heavy-drinkers-may-not-hold-their-liquor-better?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Could a gluten-free diet help if you have psoriasis? Here’s the take from the experts. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/psoriasis/features/cm/gluten-free-psoriasis?src=RSS_PUBLIC

According to the CDC, which compiles local reports, there have been 13 human cases of West Nile virus in 2023. In 2022, there were 1,126 cases, including 90 deaths. source https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20230619/west-nile-virus-cases-rising-nationwide?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A study says ribociclib, a drug approved for treating advanced-stage breast cancer, may help reduce the risk of recurrence in women who have been treated for certain types of early-stage breast cancer. Research is ongoing. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230615/breast-cancer-drug-iyengar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A study says ribociclib, a drug approved for treating advanced-stage breast cancer, may help reduce the risk of recurrence in women who have been treated for certain types of early-stage breast cancer. Research is ongoing. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230614/breast-cancer-drug-iyengar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

As adults get older, they're often prescribed more and more medications to help manage various ailments. But often these people must also advocate for a hard look at what is no longer needed. source https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20230616/deprescribing-should-some-older-adults-shed-their-meds?src=RSS_PUBLIC

FDA-mandated trial shows no increased risk for heart attacks or strokes when men with deficiency take testosterone. source https://www.webmd.com/men/news/20230616/testosterone-safe-for-most-older-men?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The FDA released the new guidance Monday aiming to reduce the use of pathogen-contaminated tattoo ink, which can cause stubborn infections that are especially hard to treat, dermatologists said. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20230616/fda-warns-of-contaminated-tattoo-ink?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Some TikTok users call the herbal supplement berberine “nature’s Ozempic.” Experts don't agree. source https://www.webmd.com/obesity/news/20230616/is-supplement-berberine-really-natures-ozempic-experts-weigh-pros--cons?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The committee voted 21-0 that a new vaccine should focus on just one strain of the virus, and not be a bivalent shot as before. Any new vaccine should target one of three now prevalent in the U.S.: XBB.1.5, XBB.1.16 and XBB.2.3. source https://www.webmd.com/covid/news/20230615/fda-panel-backs-new-covid-booster-focusing-only-on-variants?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Is marijuana safe when you have AFib? Find out what the experts say. source https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/atrial-fibrillation/features/marijuana-and-afib?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Researchers are looking for less aggressive cancer therapies that won't affect odds of survival. One new study shows HER2-positive breast cancer patients were successfully treated without chemotherapy. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230602/some-breast-cancer-patients-may-forgo-chemo?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A study says ribociclib, a drug approved for treating advanced-stage breast cancer, may help reduce the risk of recurrence in women who have been treated for certain types of early-stage breast cancer. Research is ongoing. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230602/breast-cancer-drug-iyengar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A study says ribociclib, a drug approved for treating advanced-stage breast cancer, may help reduce the risk of recurrence in women who have been treated for certain types of early-stage breast cancer. Research is ongoing. source https://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/news/20230602/breast-cancer-drug-iyengar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Which treatments for cervical and ovarian cancers are becoming the standard of care? source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230615/better-treatment-for-cervical-cancers?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Black men are more than twice as likely as white men to die of prostate cancer. Learn about the many reasons and what you can do about it. source https://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/features/prostate-cancer-african-american-men?src=RSS_PUBLIC

More people facing crises such as suicidal feelings, addiction, or abuse are choosing artificial intelligence systems such as ChatGPT for help. But are they really helpful? A new study offers some insight. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20230614/suicide-addiction-abuse-and-other-crises-can-chatgpt-help?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Caregivers for people with dementia-related psychosis can play a big role in a loved one’s care plan and can help provide a better quality of life for as long as possible. source https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/features/dementia-psychosis-caregiver?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Doctors often note that patients with dry eye disease (DED) report low moods. Now, new research shows that the connection between dry eye disease and depression may actually be quite common. Here's what to know. source https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/news/20230614/depression-dry-eye-disease-research-finds-new-connection?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Besides smoking, what defines high risk? And what are the current guidelines for screening? source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230614/lung-cancer-risk-screening?src=RSS_PUBLIC

From screening rates to side effects, stay informed on important studies. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/asco-2023-special-report/20230613/breast-cancer-studies?src=RSS_PUBLIC

In addition to suppressing appetite, in some people, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists like semaglutide may curb cravings for alcohol or cigarettes, according to reports not yet backed up by research. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20230613/could-weight-loss-drug-treat-addiction-as-well-as-obesity?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mount Sinai researchers used smartwatches to assess people’s resilience and well-being, the latest advance in a slowly growing field studying wearables for monitoring mental health. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20230613/could-smartwatches-solve-the-mental-health-crisis?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can help some people lose weight, but there are still some potential side effects that need to be considered. source https://www.webmd.com/obesity/news/20230612/popular-weight-loss-drugs-can-carry-some-gnarly-side-effects?src=RSS_PUBLIC

In this webinar, Robert F. Kushner, MD, explained what diabesity is, what heightens your risk for it, and how weight loss and medication can help. source https://www.webmd.com/obesity/features/cm/diabesity-have-diabetes-obesity?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Eating fruits and vegetables might not be enough to fill nutrition needs in older adults. source https://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/news/20230612/multivitamins-may-fill-nutrient-gaps?src=RSS_PUBLIC