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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Why Employers Are Struggling with Weight Loss Drug Costs

More and more people are using weight loss drugs through their jobs. But these drugs are expensive. This is causing big problems for employers. Big companies are more likely to cover these drugs. 43% of large firms now offer this benefit. That's up from 28% last year. But smaller companies are not

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Women and Testosterone: The Good, The Bad, and The Hairy

Testosterone is becoming popular among women for boosting sex drive and energy. Many women report feeling more alive, confident, and sexually active after taking high doses. However, this trend comes with risks, including facial hair, hair loss, and mood changes. Women's testosterone levels natural

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Egg Recall Alert: What You Need to Know

A big egg recall is happening right now. Over 6 million eggs from Black Sheep Egg Company are being pulled from stores. The U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found salmonella in their Arkansas plant. Salmonella is a bacteria that can make people very sick. The eggs were sent to stores and su

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Healthcare Costs Bite Deeper into Family Budgets

In 2025, families in the U. S. are feeling the pinch as health insurance premiums hit nearly $27, 000 a year. This is a 6% jump from the previous year, mainly due to the rising costs of prescription drugs, especially those for weight loss. Workers are now paying an average of $6, 850 towards these p

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Language Barriers in Healthcare: A Digital Divide

In the digital age, patient portals have become a go-to tool for managing health care, offering everything from test results to virtual doctor visits. Yet, for over 25 million Americans who speak little English, these portals can be a roadblock rather than a resource. A recent study from the Univers

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

How Dreams and Tech Help Spot Mental Health Issues

People with psychosis often struggle to organize their thoughts and words. This can make it hard for them to communicate clearly. Traditionally, doctors have used interviews and questionnaires to measure this. But now, there's a new way to look at it: using computers to analyze language. Researcher

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

How Hip Surgery Shapes Recovery: A Closer Look

Hip dysplasia is a condition where the hip joint doesn't develop properly. It can cause pain and limit movement. One surgery to fix this is called transposition osteotomy of the acetabulum (TOA). This procedure reshapes the hip socket to improve function. Researchers wanted to see how this surgery

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Chess, Stress, and the Power of Yoga

Chess is more than just a game; it's a battle of wits that can stir up a lot of stress and anxiety. This is especially true for those competing in the Chess Olympiad, a major international event. While yoga is known for helping people manage stress, its effects on chess players haven't been studied

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Choosing the Right Antidepressant: A Balancing Act

Antidepressants are not one-size-fits-all, and a new study highlights this fact. Researchers have ranked the side effects of different antidepressants, showing that some can cause weight gain, while others might affect heart rate or blood pressure. This information is crucial because around eight mi

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Oct 22 2025HEALTH

Early Peanut Exposure: A Game Changer for Allergy Prevention

Peanut allergies in young children have seen a significant drop. This change is thanks to a shift in advice given to parents. For a long time, experts told parents to keep peanuts away from babies. They thought this would prevent allergies. But a big study in 2015 showed the opposite. It found that

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