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Only 1 in 4 People Get Meds to Fight Opioid Addiction

Just 25% of people battling opioid use disorder are getting medications aimed at helping them quit and potentially avoid an overdose, new data shows. Boosting access to proper treatment might save countless lives. “In 2022, 81,806 opioid-involved overdose deaths were reported… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on June 27, 2024

Staying Fit May Lower Men’s Risk for ALS

The search for a cure for ALS has been elusive, but researchers may have identified a way to lower a man’s risk in the long run. Staying fit and getting moderate levels of exercise may lower the chances for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in later life, Norwegian researchers… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on June 27, 2024

Review: Meat Alternatives Better for Heart Than Meat

Even though plant-based meat alternatives are ultra-processed, they still may be healthier for your heart than traditional meat is, a new review finds. Risk factors for heart disease, including total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and body weight, all improved when meats were… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on June 27, 2024