GLP-1 drugs may slow biological aging, study finds
At least one in 10 Americans is now on a GLP-1 weight loss drug, medications already credited with helping people lose weight and reduce their risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Now, researchers at UC San Diego say the drugs may also help slow the aging process. The study examined the drug's effects in people living with HIV, a population increasingly at risk for chronic disease and inflammation as they age.
At least one in 10 Americans is now on a GLP-1 weight loss drug, medications already credited with helping people lose weight and reduce their risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Now, researchers at UC San Diego say the drugs may also help slow the aging process. The study examined the drug's effects in people living with HIV, a population increasingly at risk for chronic disease and inflammation as they age.
Lou Koller, Sick of It All frontman, dies at 59 after cancer battle
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Measles surge hits new milestone as US cases surpass last year's total
Measles has reemerged as a persistent public health challenge in the U.S. over the past two years — and the spread isn't slowing down.
Measles has reemerged as a persistent public health challenge in the U.S. over the past two years — and the spread isn't slowing down.
The hidden cost of GLP-1s: Popularity surge raises long-term affordability questions
As GLP-1 drug use surges nationwide, overall spending could soon drive up healthcare costs for everyone, according to a new study.
As GLP-1 drug use surges nationwide, overall spending could soon drive up healthcare costs for everyone, according to a new study.
Here's how much retiring in 2026 could cost you in health care expenses
A new Fidelity Investments analysis finds that health care costs for Americans retiring in 2026 are expected to rise 7.5% from last year.
A new Fidelity Investments analysis finds that health care costs for Americans retiring in 2026 are expected to rise 7.5% from last year.
Four more states linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak, reports say
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has added four additional states to the link of U.S. states that have been impacted by the outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has added four additional states to the link of U.S. states that have been impacted by the outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Microplastics detected in most heart attack patients' blood in startling new study
Most heart attack patients have significantly higher concentrations of micro- and nanoplastics in their blood compared to individuals with stable heart conditions, new research found.
Most heart attack patients have significantly higher concentrations of micro- and nanoplastics in their blood compared to individuals with stable heart conditions, new research found.
Spring clock change linked to higher risk of retinal disease: study
When it comes to the annual spring time change, researchers found that “even one hour of change can impact a patient’s health.”
When it comes to the annual spring time change, researchers found that “even one hour of change can impact a patient’s health.”
New diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak has now sickened 72 people
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora, after 72 people were reported sick as of Wednesday.
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora, after 72 people were reported sick as of Wednesday.
Back-to-school reset
The school year is almost here, and now’s the time to reset. From bedtime battles to morning routines, experts are sharing practical ways to help children make a smoother return to school.
The school year is almost here, and now’s the time to reset. From bedtime battles to morning routines, experts are sharing practical ways to help children make a smoother return to school.
There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
CVS offers new pharmacy option for pet owners
CVS Pharmacy is expanding into pet health care by allowing customers to fill common prescriptions for dogs and cats at roughly 9,000 locations nationwide.
CVS Pharmacy is expanding into pet health care by allowing customers to fill common prescriptions for dogs and cats at roughly 9,000 locations nationwide.
Midlife TV binging linked to smaller brain structures, especially in men
The study found that the key parts of the brains of people who told researchers they watched TV "very often" during their midlife years were found to have smaller structures.
The study found that the key parts of the brains of people who told researchers they watched TV "very often" during their midlife years were found to have smaller structures.
Novo Nordisk sues rival drugmaker Eli Lilly over GLP-1 ads
Novo Nordisk is suing Eli Lilly over its GLP-1 ads, accusing the rival drugmaker of false advertising for claiming Lilly’s Mounjaro and Zepbound outperform Novo’s Ozempic and Wegovy.
Novo Nordisk is suing Eli Lilly over its GLP-1 ads, accusing the rival drugmaker of false advertising for claiming Lilly’s Mounjaro and Zepbound outperform Novo’s Ozempic and Wegovy.
Allergy medication recall: Cetirizine tablets pulled over contamination risk
Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA.
Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA.
CDC: Cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to 4,100 cases, 7,500 more unconfirmed
U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms.
U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms.
Oakland teen builds basketball court and coaches youth in India
An Oakland teenager is bringing his passion for sports to children thousands of miles away, using basketball to bridge cultural and language divides in India.
An Oakland teenager is bringing his passion for sports to children thousands of miles away, using basketball to bridge cultural and language divides in India.
'Old boys' rugby club, with Bay Area players in their 60s, tours overseas, returns undefeated
While the FIFA World Cup was underway here in the Bay Area and around North America, overseas in Europe, another sporting event brought together a multinational group of athletes, many from the Bay Area, who took to the field and demonstrated that age is nothing but a number.
While the FIFA World Cup was underway here in the Bay Area and around North America, overseas in Europe, another sporting event brought together a multinational group of athletes, many from the Bay Area, who took to the field and demonstrated that age is nothing but a number.
Five cups of coffee a day okay for most, may benefit heart health: study
A recent study implies that adding a bit more caffeine to your routine might offer protective benefits against heart disease and stroke. But researchers stress a critical caveat that determines whether the extra boost is good for you.
A recent study implies that adding a bit more caffeine to your routine might offer protective benefits against heart disease and stroke. But researchers stress a critical caveat that determines whether the extra boost is good for you.
FDA to continue cyclosporiasis investigation as restaurant traffic declines
Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.
Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.