Teen is ‘first’ patient to have a tooth growing in bizarre place

Teen is 'first' patient to have a tooth growing in bizarre place

This bites. It’s not entirely unheard of for teeth to grow in places other than the mouth, a condition known as ectopic teeth. However, a 16-year-old boy in India developed an ectopic tooth in a highly unusual place, which doctors are calling a first ever in the world in a case study of the atypical … Read more

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A novel form of mosquito birth control comes to the D.C. area

A novel form of mosquito birth control comes to the D.C. area

Every week this summer, a small army of 1,500 mosquitoes were let loose in Vinaya Frank’s backyard. Their mission: Find a female mate in Frank’s garden.The male mosquitoes, which don’t bite humans, were carrying a naturally occurring bacterium called Wolbachia that can prevent mosquito eggs from hatching. Frank bought the treatment from a small pest … Read more

Florida officials warn of disease outbreak, declare state of emergency

Florida officials warn of disease outbreak, declare state of emergency

A mosquito-borne illness that’s typically found in other countries has reached a new high in the US. Florida health officials have declared a local state of emergency over dengue fever, nicknamed “breakbone fever” for causing such agonizing pain in the joints and bones that they feel like they’re breaking. The viral illness has become more … Read more

Everyday companion could help you live longer and cut risk of early death

Everyday companion could help you live longer and cut risk of early death

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The most effective strategy for prolonging life might be at the end of a leash.Dan Buettner, longevity expert and founder of the organization Blue Zones in Minneapolis, Minnesota, highlighted a growing body of scientific evidence showing that owning a dog is strongly associated with a reduced risk … Read more

Functional medicine expert warns high-dose GLP-1 drugs may disrupt more than food cravings – Yahoo

Functional medicine expert warns high-dose GLP-1 drugs may disrupt more than food cravings - Yahoo

Functional medicine expert warns high-dose GLP-1 drugs may disrupt more than food cravings YahooA dietitian shares the 3 things she wishes people taking a GLP-1 knew Business InsiderThe Best Strength Training Exercises for People Taking GLP-1s, According to an Expert TODAY.comUnderstanding GLP-1 Medications: How to Support Your Nutrition While Taking One magicvalley.comGLP-1 Nutrition: What to … Read more

Glucosamine, a popular joint supplement, linked to faster Alzheimer’s progression

Glucosamine, a popular joint supplement, linked to faster Alzheimer’s progression

A widely used supplement for joint pain has been linked to a potentially concerning outcome in people with early cognitive problems. Researchers at the University of Florida found that glucosamine use was associated with a greater likelihood that mild cognitive impairment would progress to dementia. Mild cognitive impairment, often shortened to MCI, describes measurable problems … Read more

Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Grows to Nearly 900 Cases

Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Grows to Nearly 900 Cases

More than 50 new cases of measles have been reported in Pennsylvania since Wednesday, state health officials said, as efforts continue to combat an outbreak that has spread across the state.The 55 new cases, reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Health in a statement on Friday, bring the total number of cases to 890 across … Read more

FDA Announces New Nationwide Blood Pressure Medication Recall

FDA Announces New Nationwide Blood Pressure Medication Recall

If you take blood pressure medication—or know someone who does—there’s a new recall you’ll want to know about.Inventia Healthcare first recalled certain lots of chlorthalidone tablets, which are used to treat high blood pressure, back in June. Then, on September 3, the company initiated a separate recall involving an additional lot of the medication. On … Read more