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A change in diet may stave off dementia even among people with higher genetic risk, new data suggests
A diet rich in vegetables, nuts, whole grains and fish reduced the likelihood of developing dementia by nearly one-quarter, even among people with higher genetic risk.
U.S. sues Rite Aid for missing opioid red flags
Rite Aid pharmacists were accused of ignoring obvious signs of misuse, including in prescriptions for “trinities,” a combination of opioids, benzodiazepine and muscle relaxants preferred by drug abusers for their increased euphoric effect.
Texas judge issues public notice of abortion pills hearing after complaint from media outlets
A lawyer for the media organizations said in a letter to the Trump appointee earlier Monday that any secrecy around the public aspects of the hearing was unconstitutional.
CDC's new opioid guidelines are too little, too late for chronic pain patients, experts say
In November, the agency eased the guidelines for prescribing opioids for pain, allowing physicians more flexibility.
Masks stay put in Japan even as 3-year request to wear them ends
Dropping the mask-wearing request is one of the last steps Japan’s government is taking to ease Covid-19 rules in public places as it tries to expand business and other activity.
Sudden, unexplained deaths rose unexpectedly for Black infants, research finds
The finding is likely to reflect decades of racial disparities in Black communities, experts said.
Study finds active monitoring as effective as invasive treatments for some prostate cancer patients
The New England Journal of Medicine published a new study suggesting patients with localized instances of prostate cancer may be able to delay more invasive treatment. Researchers found those that opted for active surveillance had the same survival rates as those who underwent surgery or radiation after fifteen years. NBC News’ Dr. John Torres dives deep into the alternative treatment option for patients at low risk of cancer spread.
Study finds prostate cancer treatment can wait for most men
The study directly compared three approaches — surgery to remove tumors, radiation treatment and monitoring. Results were published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
What people with 'super immunity' can teach us about Covid and other viruses
Do a lucky few have a kind of biological armor against infection? Scientists are just beginning to unlock the mystery of the true Covid dodgers.
For some long Covid patients, acupuncture and other Eastern remedies bring relief that Western medicines have not
Many people with long-term Covid symptoms say they've improved with acupuncture, meditation and ancient herbs.
Asthma medication shortage leaves some parents concerned
A commonly-used asthma medication Albuterol is in short supply after a manufacturer closed. The shortage is of particular concern to children, older adults and those suffering from serious illnesses. NBC News’ Kristen Dahlgren has the story.
