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Key TakeawaysData from recent research links eating meals prepared outside of the home (two or more a day) with an increased risk of early death.Americans eat many meals outside of their homes, such as restaurant meals or takeout.While dining out is common, meals prepared at home are typically more nutritious than those prepared outside the home. Still, there are ways to make food prepared away from home more nutritious. Key Takeaways Data from recent research links eating meals prepared outside of the home (two or more a day) with an increased risk of early death....

Key TakeawaysA large review of data suggests that there isn’t much evidence of efficacy for the antidepressants that are most commonly prescribed for pain management.The review indicates that SNRIs might be the most effective in soothing some pain conditions.Due to a lack of conclusive evidence, researchers encourage providers to take a more nuanced approach when prescribing antidepressants for pain. Key Takeaways A large review of data suggests that there isn’t much evidence of efficacy for the antidepressants that are most commonly prescribed for pain management....

Key TakeawaysUndiagnosed focal seizures are 10 times more likely to cause car accidents than motor seizures.Focal seizures can take up to six years to diagnose, but once identified, can be easily treated with antiseizure medication.Experts say that education is the best way to improve diagnosis time. Key Takeaways Undiagnosed focal seizures are 10 times more likely to cause car accidents than motor seizures.Focal seizures can take up to six years to diagnose, but once identified, can be easily treated with antiseizure medication....

Key TakeawaysHearing loss is a known risk factor for dementia, but it’s one that can possibly be changed.A new study suggests that hearing aids could be a powerful tool for improving cognition and even delaying dementia.In the United States, hearing aids are now available over the counter (OTC). Key Takeaways Hearing loss is a known risk factor for dementia, but it’s one that can possibly be changed.A new study suggests that hearing aids could be a powerful tool for improving cognition and even delaying dementia....

Key TakeawaysNew research suggests that most people will benefit from an annual COVID-19 vaccine.Certain groups may need two vaccines a year.Doctors said more needs to be done to encourage people to get vaccinated. Key Takeaways New research suggests that most people will benefit from an annual COVID-19 vaccine.Certain groups may need two vaccines a year.Doctors said more needs to be done to encourage people to get vaccinated. There have been a lot of changes in recommendations around COVID-19 vaccines over the past few years, making it difficult to know whether you need another shot and how often you should get one....

Key TakeawaysResearch has shown that blood pressure-lowering medications can help people with migraines.Experts say that blood pressure medications can be used on their own or with other preventive medications to reduce the severity and frequency of migraines.If you get migraines, experts also recommend practicing daily wellness habits like mindfulness, consistent sleep, and getting in aerobic exercise. Key Takeaways Research has shown that blood pressure-lowering medications can help people with migraines.Experts say that blood pressure medications can be used on their own or with other preventive medications to reduce the severity and frequency of migraines....

Key TakeawaysThe American College of Cardiologists and the American Heart Association released new guidance for how to diagnose and treat atrial fibrillation.Atrial fibrillation received a new classification structure, emphasizing the complex nature of the condition.Surgical solutions such as catheter ablation were moved to a class 1 recommendation.Lifestyle modifications receive greater emphasis as a treatment option. Key Takeaways The American College of Cardiologists and the American Heart Association released new guidance for how to diagnose and treat atrial fibrillation....

Key TakeawaysThe FDA is allowing the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to be stored at normal freezer temperatures instead of in ultra-cold freezers.Rural areas and smaller vaccination sites will now have easier access to the Pfizer vaccine. Key Takeaways The FDA is allowing the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to be stored at normal freezer temperatures instead of in ultra-cold freezers.Rural areas and smaller vaccination sites will now have easier access to the Pfizer vaccine....

Key TakeawaysThe CDC recommends that pregnant people get vaccinated against COVID-19 based on new safety data.Experts say the vaccine will not harm a pregnant person or the fetus. The vaccine’s antibodies could be passed on to the fetus during pregnancy or through breastfeeding.People who are pregnant are in an immunocompromised state, making them more vulnerable to severe illness from the COVID-19 virus. Key Takeaways The CDC recommends that pregnant people get vaccinated against COVID-19 based on new safety data....

Key TakeawaysADHD seems to impact different genes in Black and White people.The findings may help shape more targeted medications in the future. Key Takeaways ADHD seems to impact different genes in Black and White people.The findings may help shape more targeted medications in the future. Researchers from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia found there might be important genetic differences in the causes of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) between patients who are Black and those who are White....

Key TakeawaysThe more times you get COVID-19, the worse health outcomes you may experience, according to a recent study.Experts recommend that everyone get vaccinated and practice health safety measures like masking in vulnerable environments, regardless of if they’ve already had the virus.The more times you’re infected with COVID-19, the higher your risk for severe symptoms, hospitalization, and death, according to a new study published inNature Medicine.The researchers used data collected from patients in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) database, including more than 443,000 who had been infected once, almost 41,000 who had had two or more infections, and more than five million who had never had a COVID infection....

Key TakeawaysResearchers investigated more than 300 cases of COVID-19 and found four potential risk factors for long COVID.These factors include high viral load early in the disease, reactivation of the Epstein-Barr virus, type 2 diabetes, and autoantibodies.More studies are needed to understand what causes long COVID and how it can potentially be prevented. Key Takeaways Researchers investigated more than 300 cases of COVID-19 and found four potential risk factors for long COVID....

Key TakeawaysResearchers theorize that Parkinson’s disease is not one, but two diseases.One type of Parkinson’s disease may start in the gut; the other may start in the brain.The hypothesis may explain why some patients experience different symptoms. Key Takeaways Researchers theorize that Parkinson’s disease is not one, but two diseases.One type of Parkinson’s disease may start in the gut; the other may start in the brain.The hypothesis may explain why some patients experience different symptoms....