States Tighten Access to HIV Medications and Support

Share on Pinterest Many states are limiting access to HIV medications through ADAP programs as federal funding has remained largely flat despite rising costs. Luis Alvarez/Getty Images States are limiting or considering limits on programs that help people access HIV medications. Reductions include lowering income eligibility thresholds, restricting drug coverage, and tightening enrollment rules. Federal

Why Nearly Half of Colorectal Cancers Are Now in People Under 65

Share on Pinterest A new report from the ACS shows that nearly half of colorectal cancer cases are occurring in adults under 65. Image Credit: Westend61/Getty Images The American Cancer Society reports that the incidence of colorectal cancer cases in U.S. adults ages 20 to 49 has been rising about 3% per year. Experts say

GLP-1s Plus Healthy Habits Lower Heart Risk in Type 2 Diabetes

Share on Pinterest Combining GLP-1 drugs with a healthy lifestyle may reduce cardiovascular risks in people with diabetes. Image Credit: Witthaya Prasongsin/Getty Images A recent study found that people with type 2 diabetes who used GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) in combination with healthy lifestyle habits had a reduced risk of major adverse cardiovascular events.

Snooki Urges Routine Cervical Screening After Early Diagnosis

Share on Pinterest Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi has shared her recent cervical cancer diagnosis on her social media accounts. Image credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi has shared her recent cervical cancer diagnosis on her social media. She emphasized the importance of routine Pap smears and early detection. Cervical cancer is largely preventable through the

Aisha Tyler: How Her Father’s Stroke Changed Hypertension Care

Share on Pinterest Criminal Minds and Archer star Aisha Tyler is opening up about taking preventive health more seriously following her father’s stroke, and the healthy habits she’s adopted to boost her well-being. Aisha Tyler Actor and director Aisha Tyler opens up about why high blood pressure is personal. She teamed up with the CDC

Hidden Cardiovascular Risks From Metabolic and Kidney Dysfunction

Share on Pinterest Cardiovascular and metabolic health are intrinsically linked, with diabetes and kidney disease as major risk factors for heart disease. PER Images/Stocksy A new report suggests that millions of U.S. adults are unaware they may have undiagnosed cardiovascular risk factors that begin outside the heart. An estimated 90% of Americans may have a

Ultraprocessed Foods: Addictive Risks and Policy Responses

Share on Pinterest New research shows that ultraprocessed foods may be as addictive as cigarettes. Image Credit: Alexander Spatari/Getty Images A recent review found that ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) may be as addictive as tobacco products. The researchers found that UPFs are designed to heighten reward and accelerate the delivery of reinforcing ingredients. The “addictive” quality

Higher Red Meat Intake Associated With Increased Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Share on Pinterest A recent study suggests that a higher intake of red meat may be associated with an increased risk of diabetes. Image Credit: VICUSCHKA/Getty Images A recent study found that a person’s red meat consumption may increase their risk of type 2 diabetes. The findings also suggest that consuming alternative proteins may help

Most U.S. Women Could Face Heart Disease by 2050

Share on Pinterest Narly 60% of U.S. women could have at least one type of cardiovascular disease by 2050. Ana Luz Crespi/Stocksy Researchers say the heart health of American women will decline over the next 25 years if current trends continue. A new AHA scientific statement projects that 60% of U.S. women will have at

GLP-1 Medications and the Rising Reports of Scurvy

Share on Pinterest Reports of people developing scurvy while taking GLP-1 medications are on the rise. Milles Team/Shutterstock Reports of GLP-1 users developing scurvy have increased in recent months. GLP-1 drugs can lead to malnutrition since they reduce appetite and food consumption. People may also consume fewer vitamin C-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables.
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