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Medical News Today: This herbal supplement ‘poses a public health threat’
Kratom is a plant-derived supplement. Over recent years, it has grown increasingly common in the United States. A recent report…
Medical News Today: Top 13 high potassium foods
Potassium is a nutrient that is key to good heart health. In this article, learn about the best high potassium…
Medical News Today: Are there any health benefits to a cold shower?
The potential health benefits of taking a cold shower include strengthening the immune system, feeling invigorated, and boosting mood. Learn…
Medical News Today: What to know about amitriptyline
Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that can help with symptoms of depression and other disorders. This article provides an overview,…
Coping strategy therapy for family dementia carers works long-term
A program of therapy and coping strategies for people who care for family members with dementia successfully improves the carers’…
Salt intake in China among highest in the world for the past 4 decades
Salt intake in China is confirmed to be among the highest in the world, with adults over the past four…
Pairing targeted drugs for breast and lung cancer could overcome treatment resistance
Targeted drugs for breast and lung cancer could be used together to overcome resistance to treatment in several different tumour…
Sex differences in the association between diabetes and risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all-cause and cause-specific mortality: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 5,162,654 participants
Studies have suggested sex differences in the mortality rate associated with diabetes. We conducted a meta-analysis to estimate the relative…
Medical News Today: What to know about azithromycin
Azithromycin is an antibiotic drug. It can help treat a range of bacterial infections that affect the lungs, sinuses, skin,…