New reason to skip alcohol, changing weight loss goals, and what smoking does to the brain

New reason to skip alcohol, changing weight loss goals, and what smoking does to the brain

As weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy peak in popularity moving into the New Year, semaglutide experts believe these meds could make it more likely that people will stick with their resolutions. (SEBASTIEN BOZON/AFP via Getty Images) STICKING WITH IT – Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs may strengthen New Year’s resolutions, experts say. Continue reading……

New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations

New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations

New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations – CBS News Watch CBS News Triple threat of respiratory viruses is driving an increase in infections and hospitalizations across the U.S. Dr. Celine Gounder offers tips to stay healthy and advice for what to do if you feel sick. Be the…

So THAT’S Why Drinking Alcohol Makes You Feel Worse As You Get Older

So THAT’S Why Drinking Alcohol Makes You Feel Worse As You Get Older

“Drink in moderation” is advice we hear often, but as most people can attest to after a booze-filled holiday season, it isn’t easy to stick to. When we can stick to moderate drinking, however, we usually feel pretty good about ourselves. According to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, moderate drinking is defined as no…

Ozempic, other weight-loss drugs may strengthen New Year’s resolutions, experts say: Health goal ‘boost’

Ozempic, other weight-loss drugs may strengthen New Year’s resolutions, experts say: Health goal ‘boost’

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To reduce cancer risk, skip the alcohol, report suggests: ‘No safe amount’

To reduce cancer risk, skip the alcohol, report suggests: ‘No safe amount’

For those participating in “Dry January,” another potential benefit of giving up alcohol has emerged.  Giving up alcoholic drinks — or reducing the amount that’s consumed — could reduce the risk of getting oral or esophageal cancer, according to a special report published in The New England Journal of Medicine on Dec. 28. Researchers from…

Moderna stock pops after Oppenheimer says Covid shot maker could launch more products over next two years

Moderna stock pops after Oppenheimer says Covid shot maker could launch more products over next two years

Artur Widak | Nurphoto | Getty Images Shares of Moderna closed more than 13% higher on Tuesday after Oppenheimer upgraded the stock to “outperform,” saying the Covid vaccine maker could market five products by 2026. The upgrade follows a dismal 2023 for Moderna, whose only commercially available product is its Covid shot. The company’s stock…

New COVID variant JN.1 now comprises up to 30% of US cases: CDC

New COVID variant JN.1 now comprises up to 30% of US cases: CDC

The latest variant of the COVID-19 virus, JN.1, is now responsible for an estimated 15% to 29% of cases in the U.S. as of Dec. 8, according to a posted update from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). JN.1, which is currently the country’s fastest growing variant, is expected to continue to increase…

Eating more vegetables and less meat may save you hundreds of dollars

Eating more vegetables and less meat may save you hundreds of dollars

I tried going vegetarian once when I was in high school. My best friend was a vegetarian, and I was curious. I lasted only about four days. My downfall: a buffalo chicken sandwich. Since that ill-fated attempt, I’ve never tried to curb my meat consumption. It’s just too dang tasty. But in 2022, a family…