By LAURAN NEERGAARD and MIKE STOBBE – AP Medical Writers The COVID-19 vaccines are on track for a big recipe change this fall. Today’s vaccines still contain the original coronavirus strain, the one that started the pandemic — even though that was long ago supplanted by mutated versions as the […]
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Sparkle, taurine, sparkle — it’s your turn in the spotlight. The supplement, found in foods and many energy drinks, is getting lots of attention since a medical expert referred to it as “an elixir of life.” That glowing reference came after new research revealed that taurine seems to slow the […]
Eating nutrient-rich foods, such as lean protein and legumes, can support your overall health and help you manage your weight. While weight loss is not a magic bullet for health and not everyone needs to pursue it, it may be something you want to work toward to feel your healthiest. […]
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs takes care of about 9 million veterans at 1,255 facilities. It is the nation’s largest integrated health care system. Charles Dharapak/AP hide caption toggle caption Charles Dharapak/AP The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs takes care of about 9 million veterans at 1,255 facilities. It […]
You may already take multivitamins and know how important having enough of certain vitamins and minerals (you know, like vitamin D, iron, and zinc) is for your health. But once in a while, you may come across one whose health benefits you’re a little hazy on, like a buzzy supplement […]
You’re doing everything right — brushing your teeth twice a day with the best electric or manual toothbrush you can find for the two minutes a day, remembering to floss, use mouthwash and brush your tongue, too. Nonetheless, your teeth can still stain over time, especially if you’re a big […]
Eating once a day is becoming quite popular among people who are packed with their everyday work schedules and want to lose some weight. The one meal a day is also referred to as the OMAD diet. The OMAD diet limits the calories consumptions to a single meal or to […]
Compass Medical’s Sudden Closure Leads To Patient Lawsuit The Massachusetts-based health organization abruptly shut down facilities last week, and this has now led to a class-action lawsuit that alleges Compass was negligent in not warning patients ahead of time. Another closure, this time of a psychiatric hospital in Washington state, […]
