Many people rely on over-the-counter acne creams and treatments to keep their skin clear, but recent findings have raised concerns about a potential hidden danger. A U.S. independent testing lab, Valisure, discovered high levels of benzene, a known carcinogen, in several popular acne treatments, including products from brands like Proactiv, Clinique, and Target’s Up &… Read More »
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published April 27, 2017. Everyone has a chronotype that dictates when they are naturally predisposed to sleep and wake. For people with evening chronotypes, otherwise known as night owls, research suggests your mental health could be influenced by the associated staying up late and sleeping… Read More »
Veggie burgers, plant-based sausages and meatless nuggets are touted as environmentally friendly health foods, but research published in The Lancet Regional Health Europe shows these and other plant-based ultraprocessed foods increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.1 The findings challenge the perception that meatless convenience foods are good for you, instead highlighting the fact that ultraprocessed… Read More »
Same-day initiation of antiretroviral therapy after diagnosis has some negative effects, including more patients lost to follow-up, according to a study conducted in Eswatini. The World Health Organization’s Treat-All policy recommends lifelong antiretroviral therapy (ART) for all people living with HIV at the time of diagnosis, irrespective of immunological criteria. Newly diagnosed individuals are generally… Read More »