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The top U.S. cancer statistics authority will soon have to classify the gender of patients strictly as male, female or unknown, a change that scientists and advocates say will harm the health of transgender people, one of the nation’s most marginalized populations. Scientists and transgender rights advocates say the change will make it much more difficult to understand cancer diagnoses and trends in the transgender population. Some studies have shown that transgender people are more likely to use tobacco products or less likely to undergo routine cancer screenings — factors that could put them at higher risk of the disease.…

Adderall can be very effective in treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and conditions such as narcolepsy, but it is important to be aware of the long-term side effects of this drug. Adderall is a commonly prescribed medication to boost focus, helping you stay on task and improving daily functioning. Despite its known effectiveness, like any other drug you take, it is important to understand the risks of prolonged use or misuse of Adderall. This article shares research-backed information about the long-term effects of Adderall so you can make informed decisions about your mental health. Whether you are currently taking…

It’s not you. It’s your serum. 💔 If your skin care keeps telling you, “Trust me, you’ll see results soon…”and then leaves your skin red, flaky, or completely itchy —you’re not in a relationship, you’re in a hostage situation. Just like bad exes, toxic skin care products promise you everything, take all your energy and leave you with nothing but stress and regret. It’s time to intervene. Let’s unpack the biggest one skincare red flagslearn how to identify throttle and finally find the one that respects your dam — EpiLynx. 1. “If it burns, it works.” 🔥 No, honey. If…

Having experienced her own challenges with broken sleep, pelvic girdle pain and body aches during pregnancy, Elle Nilsson recognized a clear need for a supportive, effective and lasting solution. She wanted to help other mums who struggled with sleep like her and show them there was a better, safer way to rest during pregnancy – with real support and peace of mind. That was the beginning of it Belly Blissa New Zealand brand dedicated to improving sleep and comfort during pregnancy and beyond. THE Belly Bliss Pregnancy Pillow provides soft, supportive comfort that helps you drift off faster, sleep…

Two words I keep hearing: motivation and responsibility. From customers, readers and people who want to get healthier but can’t seem to make it stick. Although they sound simple, both are actually… complicated. When someone says, “I just need more accountability,” what they really mean can vary widely. Sometimes it’s about systems and structure. Sometimes it has to do with the clarity of their goals and how to achieve them. And sometimes, it’s about how we personally live up to expectations – both of ourselves and of others. Because no “system” fits everyone If you have ever read books like…

A first-of-its-kind nationwide study mapped epilepsy incidence rates among older adults in the United States and identified key social and environmental factors associated with the neurological condition. Published recently in JAMA Neurology, the study is a collaborative effort between researchers at the Houston Methodist Research Institute and Case Western Reserve University. The analysis revealed that epilepsy cases among adults age 65 and older were significantly higher in areas of the South, including Louisiana, Mississippi, East Texas and central Oklahoma, compared to other areas. Epilepsy affects about 3.3 million people in the United States, according to the US Centers for Disease…

Testicular cancer is real and affects thousands of men every year. However, you hardly ever hear men talk about it. This silence is the problem. Even today, discussions of sexual health—and especially male genital health—are considered taboo. Young men often feel embarrassed, unsure, or simply uninformed. But testicular cancer is more common in younger men, often between the ages of 15-35, when most are otherwise perfectly healthy and unlikely to see a doctor regularly. Because of this, the person most likely to catch testicular cancer early is you.And that starts with knowing what your testicles normally look and feel like.…

In spite of strong safety recordthe abortion and miscarriage drug mifepristone has been taken to court in several conflicting lawsuits, with some plaintiffs arguing the drug should be easier to access and others saying it should be more restricted. The drug, sometimes prescribed via telehealth and sent to patients by mail, has provided access to abortions across the United States and has become a prime target for abortion opponents. A group of ongoing federal lawsuits is challenging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s 2023 decision to maintain specific requirements for the abortion pill, with a federal court in Washington upholding…

Trauma leaves deep scars – not only on the mind, but also on the body. Many people living with trauma find that even after years of healing, they still feel anxious, agitated, or disconnected from themselves. This it’s because trauma doesn’t just live in our memories—it lives in our nervous system. A powerful approach that addresses this is called Bodily Experience. It offers a gentle, body-centered way to heal trauma at its root. Body Experience (SE) it is a form of therapy developed by Dr. Peter Levine. It depends to the idea that trauma overwhelms the nervous system, trapping energy…

A previously unknown type of DNA damage in mitochondria, the tiny energy factories inside our cells, could shed light on how our bodies sense and respond to stress. The findings of the UC Riverside study are published today in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and have potential implications for a range of diseases associated with mitochondrial dysfunction, including cancer and diabetes. Mitochondria have their own genetic material, known as mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), which is essential for producing the energy that powers our bodies and sending signals in and out of cells. While it has long been known…