Weekend Warriors Reap Same Health Benefits As Those Who Exercise Daily

Weekend Warriors Reap Same Health Benefits As Those Who Exercise Daily

New research shows that weekend warriors, people who exercise just one or two days per week, have a lower risk of death than regular exercisers. Prior studies have also shown that weekend warriors achieve similar benefits to heart and brain health. Experts agree that when you exercise each week matters less than making sure you…

ADHD Drugs May Raise Blood Pressure and Pulse, but Effects Are Minimal

ADHD Drugs May Raise Blood Pressure and Pulse, but Effects Are Minimal

New research suggests that common ADHD medications are linked to small increases in measures of cardiovascular health like blood pressure and pulse. Researchers and experts say the benefits of ADHD medications outweigh the potential risks, and monitoring patients can help minimize risks. Researchers and clinicians await more rigorous data on the long-term effects of ADHD…

Household Plastics Raise Cardiovascular Disease Risk: 4 Ways to Limit Exposure

Household Plastics Raise Cardiovascular Disease Risk: 4 Ways to Limit Exposure

A new study says plastics found in common household products can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in people ages 55 to 64. Previous research has indicated that phthalates used in plastic products are linked to higher risks of reproductive health issues, obesity, and cancer. Experts say you can reduce your exposure to microplastics by…

Immunotherapy Drug Eliminated Need for Surgery, Chemo in Early Stage Cancers

Immunotherapy Drug Eliminated Need for Surgery, Chemo in Early Stage Cancers

A new clinical trial shows the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab could eliminate the need for surgery and chemotherapy in certain cancers. The results are a medical breakthrough since the drug could help preserve organs. People with the dMMR gene mutation, which most often presents in colorectal cancer, are the best candidates for this novel treatment. New…