Month: July 2023

New Weekly Insulin Shot as Effective as Daily Dose

Imagine if you could take a supercharged energizing drink every Monday and not have to worry about your energy levels for the rest of the week. Well, that’s what scientists are aiming for with a new once-a-week insulin shot that could replace the current daily injections for people with type 2 diabetes. In a recent […]

Published on July 17, 2023

FDA Approves First Drug to Protect Babies From RSV

There’s a new superhero drug in town! Officials have given their seal of approval to the first-ever long-acting drug that protects little bundles of joy from a nasty respiratory virus. This virus, known as RSV, is like a sneaky villain that sends thousands of American children to the hospital every year. While RSV may be […]

Published on July 17, 2023

Study: Concussions Don’t Lower a Child’s IQ

A recent study brings good news for parents of active kids. Even if your child has had a head injury while playing sports, it won’t affect their intelligence. The study compared children who had experienced concussions with those who had broken bones or sprained muscles, and found no difference in their IQ scores. Just like […]

Published on July 17, 2023