Hawaii’s Health Department Extends GRAS Determination to Kava
Kava enthusiasts and advocacy groups commend Hawaii’s decision to grant the plant GRAS status.
Health & Medicine
Spike in RSV Shots is Leading Seniors to Seek Regular Healthcare
The wide availability of the RSV vaccine is causing more elderly people to get regular check-ups.
Signs Point to a Sex Education Problem in Tennessee
In states where sex education is not mandated, there tends to be a higher number of teen pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
Expanded Coverage for Mental Health Care Will Help Older Americans
Medicare will now cover therapy appointments that are made with licensed marriage and family counselors and licensed professional counselors.
Nearly 500K UK Children are Awaiting Mental Health Treatment
Research shows children in the United Kingdom are experiencing long wait times for mental health appointments.
Research Shows 15 Minutes of Exercising Can Combat Extensive Sitting
Just a few minutes of activity can counteract the negative health effects of sitting in the workplace.
Teladoc Health Report Shows Increased Care Access & Sustainability
Virtual healthcare provider shares hope for advancements in treatment access and longevity of telehealth services.
Minority Children Continue to Suffer Health Disparities
New study shows nonwhite children begin to feel the affects of health disparities at birth.
Small Group of NC Docs is Mass Prescribing Weight-Loss Drugs
The North Carolina State Health Plan found a large portion of its net pharmacy spending being allocated to obesity GLP-1 medications.
OTC Tianeptine, AKA “Gas Station Heroin” a Major Health Concern
A very legal over-the-counter drug is causing significant issues, according to health experts.