How Do You Reverse Weight Gain From Antipsychotics?
The use of antipsychotic drugs in the United States has been steadily increasing since the 1990s, especially among kids. And although these medications can help people live fuller lives,...
Sleep Apnea and Alzheimer’s Disease: Is There a Link?
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) are medical conditions that are both common in the elderly population. And while the causes of OSA are now better understood,...
Nearly 200,000 At-Home Covid Tests Recalled Due to False Positives
When Ellume’s at-home COVID-19 test kits got a nod from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), everyone rejoiced. During the onset of the pandemic when going out was too...
Crop Spraying Near Homes: How Can It Affect You?
Even unsuspecting individuals can be at risk for pesticide exposure without being aware of it. This type of accidental exposure is known as pesticide drift. This occurs because pesticides...
Blood Pressure Meds Recalled Over Cancer Concerns
The pharmaceutical industry is no stranger to recalls due to a plethora of serious health problems, including cancer. In fact, aside from several medications, medical devices have also been...
H2 Blockers vs. PPIs: Which Is Safer?
Histamine-2 receptor blockers (H2 blockers) and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are two treatment options for heartburn and acid reflux. These two classes of drugs both help in reducing gastric...
Here’s How You Can Avoid Nose Sores from CPAP Mask
Your CPAP device is designed to help you achieve a night of more restorative sleep. Gain this positive effect and everything else will follow, including better concentration, more energy,...
Paragard and Prolonged Bleeding: Here’s What You Should Know
Copper IUDs like Paragard tend to be associated with heavier and more painful periods. In fact, these very reasons may cause a woman to have it removed earlier than...
EPA Sued Over Re-Approval of Pesticide Paraquat
Farmworker groups, environmentalists, and health organizations sued the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) after its re-approval of paraquat dichloride. The toxic pesticide, simply known as paraquat, has been the subject...
How Do Fertilizers Negatively Impact the Environment?
In recent decades, the rapid increase in population quickly resulted in an increased demand for food. That’s why it’s no surprise that farmers and agricultural workers also became more...