A commonly used drug has been linked to a higher risk of death in a new study. The antibiotic, cefepime, which is used to treat bacterial infections like pneumonia, UTIs and skin infections, is typically administered via injection by healthcare providers in a clinical setting. Severe side effects may include confusion, decreased consciousness or seizures, […]
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Cocoa extract could slow aging process in older adults, ‘promising’ new study finds
Cocoa extract could help slow down inflammation in the body and potentially reduce the risk of age-related diseases, especially for older adults, a large-scale new study has found. Scientists at Mass General Brigham in Boston tracked nearly 600 adults averaging 70 years old who took either 500 milligrams of cocoa extract or a placebo every […]
Majority of adults support religious chaplains in public schools, new report shows
A majority of U.S. adults support religious chaplains in public schools, a new poll shows. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research released a report showing that over half of adults think schools should be allowed to have chaplains available to provide support services. The survey further revealed that less than half agreed with […]