The Cyclospora Outbreak That Will Not Quit: Who Dropped the Ball?

The diarrhea debacle blame game continues. The Cyclospora outbreak keeps growing as federal officials struggle to explain what went wrong.

Listen to Music to Stay Sharp and Other Steps to Prevent Dementia

Could listening to or playing music be one of the key steps to prevent dementia? A new study says YES! Other strategies also hold promise.

Medicine to Ease Rosacea

Dermatologists may prescribe topical treatments including ivermectin to ease rosacea. Light therapy may also help.

Pharma’s Quiet Admission: We Often Do Not Know Exactly How a Drug Works

Too often, scientists have a limited understanding of what a medicine is doing in the body. That should be Pharma's quiet admission.

Unexpected GLP-1 Side Effects: Fragile Bones to Vision Problems

It can take the FDA decades to discover bad drug reactions. Are there unexpected GLP-1 side effects with Ozempic and Wegovy that affect eyes?

Hidden Hazards: What Disappearing Tire Tread Leaves Behind

From disappearing tire dust to PFAS and plastics, hidden chemical hazards surround us. Discover practical ways to reduce your exposures.

Skin Fungus Succumbs to Household Products You May Already Have

Will Garlic Supplements Lower Your Blood Pressure?

Garlic has a long history as a medicinal food. Research shows that garlic supplements lower your blood pressure about as well as antihypertensive medicines.

What Can You Use for Psoriasis If You Can’t Afford Otezla?

One reader reports that apremilast (Otezla) works very well to control psoriasis. There are other options for people who can't afford Otezla.

Overcome Bad Foot Odor AND Nail Fungus

Milk of magnesia, soaking the feet in Epsom salts, Listerine or vinegar in water can calm foot odor. Polysporin vs nail "fungus" and smells?