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A little-known opioid that’s deadlier than fentanyl has led to a growing number of overdose deaths in recent years. Nitazenes, a class of synthetic opioids, were originally developed as pain relievers in the 1950s, but were never approved for use due to the high overdose risk, according to a report …

Depression rates are higher than ever, with nearly 30% of U.S. adults reporting a diagnosis at some point in their lives. While many factors come into play, there are some healthy steps people can take to reduce their risk of slipping into sadness, as revealed in a new study published …

With more than 1.9 million new cancer cases expected to be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2023, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS), screenings are critical to detect the disease in its early stages before symptoms appear, when the odds of successful treatment are higher. With different screening methods …

A study done by a team at the University of Southern California has found that consumers are less likely to pick up food labeled “vegan” and more likely to go for something labeled “healthy and sustainable.” Presented at the Society for Risk Analysis 2023 conference in Washington, D.C., the study …

A student nurse jumped into action and saved a man’s life after he stopped breathing while he was driving a car. Demi Murphy is a three-year student nurse at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital in Liverpool, England. She was driving back to work after lunch when she noticed a man’s …

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Access to medical marijuana in Kentucky should expand to include a longer list of severe health conditions, Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday in advocating a change that would make hundreds of thousands more people eligible for treatment when the program begins next year. The measure passed …

As we embark on a new year, prioritizing our health and well-being takes center stage. It is far too easy at this time of year to forget fitness and wellness — including stretching. Yet staying fit and limber is critical, no matter the time of year. BE WELL: TAKE THESE …

Aging seems to occur in a linear fashion throughout the human lifespan, from childhood to the “golden years,” but a new study has revealed one specific turning point when aging starts to accelerate in the body. Researchers in China discovered that at around age 50, tissues and organs begin to …

At 117 years old, María Branyas was confirmed by Guinness World Records to be the world’s oldest living person — and researchers say her long life wasn’t just good luck. In a statement to Guinness, Branyas attributed her longevity to “order, tranquility, good connection with family and friends, contact with …

Experts agree that exercise is vital to longevity and helps to preserve muscle mass, bone density and joint health as we age. But it’s important to approach workouts in the right way to ensure safe, optimal results. The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate …