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September 8, 2024

The change from BMI to Body Roundness Index: a more accurate health metric

Marcel Cespedes

Health Update – A new metric, the Body Roundness Index (BRI), is gaining traction as a more accurate indicator of health risks than the traditional body mass index (BMI). Body…

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September 7, 2024

The hidden dangers of chemical peels: what you need to know

Marcel Cespedes

Attention to health and well-being – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning against using at-home chemical peels without the guidance of a professional. This article explores…

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September 7, 2024

Increased production of Vyvanse: a strategy to cope with the ADHD medication crisis

Marcel Cespedes

Healthcare Response to Drug Shortages – In response to the ongoing challenges faced by patients and healthcare providers in securing adequate supplies of ADHD medications, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)…

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September 6, 2024

Decline in e-cigarette use among teens reaches lowest level in more than a decade

Marcel Cespedes

Recent data shows a significant decline in e-cigarette use among middle and high school students, reaching the lowest levels seen in a decade. The latest results from a national school…

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September 6, 2024

Study links increase in infant deaths to decline in bat populations

Marcel Cespedes

A recent scientific study has uncovered a troubling link between disease-related declines in bat populations and rising infant mortality rates. The research highlights a chain reaction in which the decline…

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September 5, 2024

6 urban swimming paradises in the heart of Europe

Marcel Cespedes

Urban centers across Europe are increasingly embracing their waterways as focal points for recreation and ecological restoration. This article explores six cities where residents and visitors can enjoy a swim…

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September 5, 2024

The weight issue: challenges of joint replacement in obese patients

Marcel Cespedes

In the field of healthcare, especially orthopedic medicine, a growing problem is emerging as obesity rates rise along with related health problems such as arthritis. A significant challenge is presented…

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September 4, 2024

Former Governor Cuomo to testify before Congress on New York nursing home crisis in the midst of pandemic

Marcel Cespedes

Former New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo is set to testify publicly before a congressional committee on September 10 to answer questions about the high number of deaths in New…

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September 4, 2024

Understanding addiction as a persistent neurological condition

Marcel Cespedes

A recently launched awareness campaign in Burlington, Vermont, challenges traditional views of addiction with a powerful message displayed on an airport walkway: “Addiction is not a choice. It is a…

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