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Could the updated COVID-19 vaccine also lower heart attack and stroke risk?
A large U.S. study of veterans found the 2024-2025 COVID vaccine was associated with fewer COVID-linked major cardiovascular events, including heart attack, stroke, heart-failure hospitalization, and cardiovascular death. The benefit looked strongest in older adults and people with chronic conditions, but the study…
Dry mouth from meds can raise cavity risk—how to lower it
Dry mouth is more than a comfort issue. When saliva drops, teeth lose some of their natural protection, which can make cavities more likely. Here’s how adults can reduce risk, spot warning signs, and know when to ask a dentist or clinician for…
Can Medicare cover Wegovy or Zepbound for weight loss in 2026?
Starting July 1, 2026, some Medicare Part D enrollees may get Wegovy or Zepbound for weight loss through CMS’s temporary GLP-1 Bridge, but it is not broad standard Medicare coverage.
Teens Are Using AI Chatbots for Mental Health Advice. What Should Parents Do?
A June 2026 JAMA Pediatrics survey found that nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adolescents and young adults had used an AI chatbot for mental health advice, and most users said they had told no one. The study does not prove chatbots help or…
What to do if you have recalled Nara Organics infant formula
If you have recalled Nara Organics formula at home, stop using it, set aside any opened can, clean feeding items, and watch your baby for symptoms for one month after the last use.
Can the shingles vaccine lower dementia risk? What newer U.S. studies show
New U.S. studies found lower dementia diagnosis rates after Shingrix, but they do not prove the vaccine prevents dementia. Here is what adults 50 and older should know now.
What the PROTEUS trial means before prostate cancer surgery
A new phase 3 trial suggests perioperative apalutamide plus hormone therapy may help some surgery candidates with high-risk prostate cancer, but the regimen is off-label in the United States and not a blanket recommendation.
If Medicaid Ends Over Work Rules, ACA Subsidies Are Not Guaranteed
For some adults affected by the new Medicaid work requirement, losing Medicaid does not automatically mean they can get subsidized ACA Marketplace coverage.
How to Vet an Online Compounded GLP-1 Prescription
FDA’s June 16, 2026 warning-letter wave aimed at telehealth marketing adds a practical question for patients: how do you tell a legitimate compounded GLP-1 prescription from a risky online pitch? Here is what FDA says to check before you pay or use the…
Do Common Medicines Make Heat Waves More Dangerous?
A June Grand Canyon tragedy is a reminder that heat risk is not just about hiking. Some common medicines can make it harder to stay cool, hydrated, and safe during extreme heat.
Medicare now covers a blood test for colon cancer screening: Do you still need colonoscopy?
Medicare’s June 2026 coverage decision gives eligible average-risk adults another colorectal cancer screening option: a blood-based test every three years. But if the result is positive, a follow-up colonoscopy is still needed, and major cancer guidance still prefers colonoscopy or stool-based tests over…
If You Have Medicaid, Will the New Work Requirement Apply to You in 2027?
A new federal Medicaid work rule starts in 2026 and states generally must enforce it by January 1, 2027, but it will not apply to every enrollee. Here is who may be covered, who may be exempt, and why paperwork may matter as…