What to know about the FDA’s paralytic shellfish poisoning warning
by The FDA says consumers should avoid eating shellfish from Oregon and Washington state as they may be contaminated with toxins that cause paralytic shellfish poisoning.The …
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Gender dysphoria and eating disorders have skyrocketed since pandemic, report reveals: ‘Ripple effects’
Mental health diagnoses in children have skyrocketed since the pandemic — led by gender dysphoria and eating disorders, according to a new report. Experts reveal …
A Column in Which Age Takes Center Stage
For Paula Span, a columnist for The Times’s Health section, the subject of aging doesn’t age.For Paula Span, a columnist for The Times’s Health section, …
Several groups say cannabis may help aging Americans manage pain
Senior citizens over age 65 have sharply increased their marijuana use, with many doing so for pain management rather than prescription drugs. A pilot project …
COVID-flu combo vaccine shows ‘positive’ results in phase 3 trials, Moderna says: A ‘two-for’ option
Moderna, which is developing a combination COVID-flu vaccine, announced on Monday that in phase 3 clinical trials, mRNA-1083 achieved a better immune response than other …
Advisory Panel of Experts Endorses F.D.A. Approval of New Alzheimer’s Drug
The modest benefits of the treatment, donanemab, made by Eli Lilly, outweigh the risks, the panel concluded unanimously.The modest benefits of the treatment, donanemab, made …
Mushroom-infused ‘microdosing’ chocolate bars are sending people to the hospital, prompting investigation: FDA
The FDA released an advisory about Diamond Shruumz “microdosing” chocolate bars on Friday. Consumers are warned to not eat the products, which may cause seizures …
Law Enforcement Unit Formed to Crack Down on Illegal E-Cigarettes
Agents from various federal agencies will focus on unauthorized candy-flavored and nicotine-laden vapes that have flooded the U.S. market from overseas.Agents from various federal agencies …
For an Older Homeless Population, a New Type of Care
Programs are sprouting across the country to provide nursing home and rehabilitation services to homeless people who would otherwise shuttle between hospitals and the street.Programs …
Sunburn SOS: 7 tips to soothe your sun-damaged skin, according to a wellness expert
If not treated properly, sunburn can lead to severe skin damage and increase the risk of skin cancer, experts warn. A wellness and beauty expert …