A popular sunscreen ingredient can finally be sold in the United States

When people think about preventing infections in hospitals, they often imagine advanced medical equipment, powerful antibiotics, or complex cleaning systems. Few would guess that a simple toothbrush could play an important role. Yet new research suggests that brushing teeth may be one of the most effective and affordable ways to prevent a dangerous hospital infection. [β¦]
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Cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, often called CKM syndrome, is a relatively new term that many people have never heard of. Yet health experts believe it may become one of the most important health concepts of the coming decades. CKM syndrome is not a single disease. Instead, it describes the close connection between excess body fat, diabetes, heart [β¦]
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The thyroid gland is small, but it plays a huge role in keeping the body healthy. Located at the front of the neck, this butterfly-shaped gland produces hormones that help control metabolism, energy levels, body temperature, heart rate, growth, and many other important functions. When the thyroid does not work properly, it can affect almost [β¦]
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New ACC/AHA cholesterol guidelines promote earlier detection, personalized risk assessment, and more aggressive LDL cholesterol lowering to reduce long-term cardiovascular disease risk. For decades, cholesterol management has been a cornerstone of heart disease prevention. Yet despite widespread awareness, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and millions of adults continue to have cholesterol [...]