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Dementia now leads in Australian mortality rates, with over 425000 affected in 2024 and 17400 deaths reported in the most recent national health data.

Inadequate hydration may significantly increase cortisol levels during stress, according to new research linking water intake to biological stress response.

Uninsured Americans can now access Ozempic for $499 monthly as Novo Nordisk rolls out a direct-to-consumer model through telehealth providers.

New blood pressure guidelines from US experts recommend early treatment starting at 130/80 and now advise zero alcohol to reduce cardiovascular and brain risks.

AOA Dx and Johns Hopkins have created a high-accuracy AI test for early-stage ovarian cancer, aiming to improve survival through earlier detection.

Florida officials are investigating a raw milk outbreak that sickened 21 people, including children, with E. coli and Campylobacter infections across the state.

The FDA escalated Bunge North America’s butter recall to Class II after undeclared milk allergens were found in 64,800 pounds of mislabeled butter.

A University of Pittsburgh study shows artificial sweetener sucralose may reduce immunotherapy effectiveness by altering gut bacteria and T cell activity.

As kratom’s 7-OH compound gains popularity, the FDA moves to ban it, warning of addiction, misuse, and unregulated sales in gas stations and vape shops.

Lenacapavir, a new HIV PrEP injection approved for EU use, shows 99.9% efficacy in global trials, offering the longest protection yet for at-risk groups.