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Flying Blind into Influenza Season: Global Trends vs. CDC’s Lag
Has the CDC missed the early warning signs of influenza season? Australia and many other countries have had a bad flu season. Are we next?
Should Your Doctor Know You Are Not Sleeping?
If you are sleeping less than you need to, your health could suffer. Ask your doctor about nondrug approaches such as melatonin.
Will Extra Vitamin C Prevent Colds?
Several readers report that vitamin C can prevent colds. Research shows that it can speed relief from symptoms.
Will Bright Light at Bedtime Lower Melatonin Levels?
Exposure to bright light before bedtime could lower melatonin levels. Children may have sleep trouble and seniors could have heart problems.
Pomegranate Juice and Rosuvastatin…a Surprising Interaction!
Pomegranate juice is popular. It has impressive health benefits. But readers tell us pomegranate juice and rosuvastatin are a bad mix.
Soap and Aromatherapy Have Similar Benefit for Leg Cramps
Essential oils used in aromatherapy and to scent soap appear to have benefit for leg cramps that strike at night.
Wegovy Shots vs. Wegovy Pills for Weight Loss and Heart Protection
Wegovy pills (oral semaglutide) work for weight loss. Rybelsus is also a pill and it contains semaglutide. Can you shed pounds on Rybelsus?
Show 1452: Why Is the FDA Planning to Ban Natural Desiccated Thyroid?
The FDA has announced that natural desiccated thyroid will be taken off the market in 2026. What will that mean for hypothyroid patients?
Vitamin D and Heart Attacks: The Science Keeps Changing
Many health professionals believe vitamin D is useless for heart health. A new study reveals new data about heart attacks and vitamin D.
Listen to Music to Stay Sharp and Other Steps to Prevent Dementia
Could listening to or playing music be one of the key steps to prevent dementia? A new study says YES! Read about other strategies as well.
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