Botox Warning Issued by FDA After Cases of Rare Disease Identified
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning companies to stop marketing unapproved Botox products after reports of a rare but serious illness linked to botulism. Why It Matters Botulinum toxin, commonly called Botox, is used to temporarily reduce wrinkles by paralyzing facial muscles. While it is considered safe, unapproved injections or counterfeit injections can come with […]
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Scientists Reveal Daily Step Count That May Help Slow Alzheimer’s Disease
A “moderate” amount of physical activity—in the form of getting your daily steps—could be help slow Alzheimer’s disease among those at risk. This is the finding of Mass General Brigham scientists who determined that a surprisingly achievable step count was associated with slower rates of cognitive decline in older adults with elevated levels of amyloid […]
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Deadly Disease Detected at Grand Canyon
A park employee at Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona was confirmed to have been exposed to hantavirus, which is rare but often fatal, Coconino County health officials confirmed after the July 4 holiday weekend, according to local news outlet 8newsnow.com. Officials also confirmed a separate case of rabies exposure at the park. Newsweek has […]
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