A study published in NPJ Dementia reported associations between tau protein buildup, hyperactive brain activity and disrupted sleep in mouse models, and experts note deep sleep supports the brain’s toxin‑clearing glymphatic system.
Novo Nordisk's oral Wegovy pill has generated rapid prescription growth since its January launch, with company disclosures citing more than 600,000 prescriptions and many new users who had avoided GLP-1 injections; rivals such as Eli Lilly have recently gained approval for competing pills.
A TikTok trend shows parents calling the name "Jessica" during toddler tantrums to redirect attention, and pediatricians describe the approach as a form of redirection that often works for younger children.
UVA and UVB are types of ultraviolet radiation that can damage skin and eyes, and health bodies say adults typically need about six to eight teaspoons of sunscreen to cover the whole body and should reapply every two hours.
Lesotho has launched a national rollout of Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly long-acting HIV prevention injection, at a ceremony in Butha-Buthe with WHO and the Ministry of Health present. WHO provided technical support for the rollout and will continue to support implementation and monitoring.
Allergy season often peaks in May in many U.S. regions, and allergists say indoor steps can reduce exposure to pollen that causes sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes. The article highlights HEPA filtration, humidity control, limiting indoor pollen entry and checking pollen forecasts as measures discussed by specialists.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said the Iran war has increased the risk of higher inflation and weaker global growth, prompting the IMF to prepare cuts to its growth forecasts; Georgieva will address the situation at next week’s IMF–World Bank spring meetings.
Alex Karaban ended his UConn career after the Huskies' 69-63 loss to Michigan in the national final, finishing the game with 17 points and 11 rebounds. He leaves UConn with two championship rings and program records for games played, starts, three-pointers made and total minutes.
Use of finasteride has risen sharply in recent years as many younger men seek to slow or reverse hair loss, while debates continue about known side effects and longer-term risks.
Montana has postponed adding Medicaid reimbursement for doulas because of a projected federal Medicaid funding shortfall, and state officials say they will seek supplemental funding and must prepare spending-reduction plans. Officials and analysts say optional Medicaid services nationwide are at risk as states prepare for reduced federal Medicaid funding tied to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
