Cervical Cancer Screening Can Be Done At Home Using FDA Approved Teal Wand Device
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Teal Wand™, the first at-home cervical cancer screening device in the United States.
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Does Linoleic Acid from Seed Oils Increase Breast Cancer Risk?
Linoleic acid — an omega-6 fatty acid found abundantly in seed oils like soybean, sunflower, corn, and safflower oil — has stirred debate in the health world. Some claim it may increase the risk of breast cancer, but what does science say?
New Study Reveals Calorie Free Artificial Sweeteners Influence Brain’s Response To Appetite
Recent research has provided insights into how artificial sweeteners, particularly sucralose, may influence appetite regulation. A study conducted by the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California found that sucralose consumption increased activity in the hypothalamus—a brain region responsible for hunger regulation—and heightened feelings of hunger, especially among individuals with obesity.
Ultra Processed Foods And Our Health
The NOVA food classification system developed by researchers at the University of São Paulo, Brazil categorizes food based on the level of processing rather than nutrient content. This system helps distinguish between whole, minimally processed foods, processed and highly industrialized products or ultra processed foods.
Measles Outbreak Continues In Rural West Texas
As of February 16, 2025, a significant measles outbreak is affecting West Texas, USA marking the state’s most severe occurrence in three decades. The Texas Department of State Health Services reports 48 confirmed cases, primarily among unvaccinated children and adolescents.
Tuberculosis Outbreak In Kansas City
As of January 31, 2025, Kansas city in USA is experiencing a significant tuberculosis (TB) outbreak, primarily affecting the Kansas City metropolitan area. According to KDHE -The Kansas Department of Health and Environment ‘outbreak is larger than normal for Kansas,
Guillain Barre Syndrome
Pune city in Maharashtra India is in news for the appearance of rare condition called Guillian Bare Syndrome. So far there are 73 cases are reported including 47 males and 26 females.
FDA Bans Red Dye No 3 From Food Products And Dietary Supplements
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a ban on the use of Red Dye No. 3 (FD&C Red No. 3, erythrosine) in food and ingested drugs, citing studies that link the dye to cancer in laboratory animals.
