"medication"

A new study suggests that lifting weights and bodyweight exercises could be the key to better sleep for older adults.  Researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand analyzed data from over …

The FDA has approved a new non-opioid pain medication that has the potential to significantly change pain management.  Journavx, also known as suzetrigine, is the first and only approved oral …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially banned the use of Red No. 3, also known as Erythrosine, in foods, dietary supplements, and ingested medicines. This decision follows …

Starting today, January 1st, Medicare Part D will limit out-of-pocket prescription drug costs to $2,000 annually, marking a significant change for beneficiaries. This adjustment, part of the Inflation Reduction Act …

Israel’s conflict with Hamas has led to remarkable medical advancements, transforming healthcare both on and off the battlefield.  One example is Aaron Bours, an Israeli reservist and New York native, …

New research from the United Kingdom reveals that excessive use of acetaminophen—commonly known as Tylenol—may pose significant health risks for older adults. The study highlights potential dangers for seniors who …

Health spending in the United States rose by 7.5% in 2023 to $4.9 trillion, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.  This increase, up from 4.6% in 2022, …

A recent analysis published in The Lancet reveals a sobering outlook for life expectancy in the United States over the coming decades.  According to forecasts by the University of Washington’s …

A recent investigation by The New York Times has revealed that drug manufacturers, including Purdue Pharma, secretly paid pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to avoid imposing restrictions on the distribution of …

A new report from the RAND Corporation identifies key risk factors for dementia, highlighting signs that can appear as early as age 60 and predict the likelihood of developing cognitive …