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Ketamine: Why can’t severely depressed patients access this effective treatment?

A national problem has been entrusted to a small clinic in Moss, says Ingmar Clausen.

Depression is a major cause of decreased quality of life. Between six and twelve percent of all people in Norway suffer from depression at any given time. It can even be fatal. In Norway, around 650 people take their own lives every year. Many of them are severely depressed. Current treatment is not good enough … Read more

New study: vegetarian diets vs. non-vegetarians in the battle against cardiometabolic diseases

Study: A Comprehensive Review of the Health Effects of Vegetarian Diets.  Image Credit: Elena.Katkova/Shutterstock.com

In a recent study published in Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases Journal, researchers conducted a comprehensive review to compare the impacts of vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets on the outcomes of major cardiometabolic and other noncommunicable diseases. Study: A comprehensive review of the health effects of vegetarian diets. Image Credit: Elena.Katkova/Shutterstock.com Background Opinions on the association … Read more

Breaking barriers: Men overcoming stigma and seeking mental health support

Myths and stigma often keep men from seeking help for their mental health issues. Published: July 03, 2023, 7:00 am IST Society’s expectations often dictate that men be tough and inflexible, making it difficult for them to address their mental health issues openly. Advertisment |) Society’s expectations often dictate that men be tough and inflexible, … Read more

Vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of heart attacks and major cardiovascular events

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A clinical study found that vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events, including heart attacks, in people over the age of 60. The study revealed a 9% decrease in such events among those taking vitamin D, warranting further investigation, particularly in those taking cardiovascular medications. The results show that monthly vitamin … Read more

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Washington targets social media to protect children’s mental health

Lawmakers are considering several bills that would crack down on Big Tech and regulate children's use of social media

In a polarized Congress, a rare bipartisan deal is being forged to protect the mental health of young people with a slew of bills aimed at regulating tech companies. Growing efforts by lawmakers to target social media companies come alongside warnings from the US surgeon general about the effect of platforms on the mental health … Read more

Weight Loss Secret Weapon: GDF15 fuels calories burned while dieting

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McMaster University researchers found that the GDF15 hormone, previously linked to reduced appetite from metformin, could also help with weight loss by maintaining metabolism while dieting. This could lead to better weight-loss therapies and offer insights into individual variations in diet success. The research opens up new possibilities to help people maintain weight loss after … Read more

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Shoppers claim that these delicious gummies have helped them lose weight

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Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships, so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Proper diet and regular exercise are the cornerstones of any weight loss regimen, but there are ways you can supercharge your routine and reach your goals faster. For starters, vitamins and supplements can definitely help one of the … Read more

This should be a wake-up call: Shut down the South Bay Inpatient Psychiatric Care Unit

This should be a wake-up call: Shut down the South Bay Inpatient Psychiatric Care Unit

Good Samaritan Hospital will close the inpatient psychiatric facility on its Mission Oaks campus in Los Gatos in August. Santa Clara County has approximately 211 inpatient psychiatric beds, a number that experts say is alarmingly low even without the loss of Mission Oaks 18. (Dai Sugano/Bay Area News Group) Alexis Crase calls Mission Oaks her … Read more

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Bodybuilder Jo Lindner’s latest Instagram post hints at health battles

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Celebrity From Jack Hobbs July 2, 2023 | 9:38 Advertisment The latest Instagram post from bodybuilder Jo Lindner, who died on Friday aged 30, revealed that she was experiencing some health issues following her testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Advertisment Lindner, 30, posted a bunch of shirtless pics and detailed his medical journey for his fans. … Read more

If you’re running to lose weight, longer runs aren’t always better

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Some things that might make you want to run: See photos from the race that your friend posted on IG. Watch exciting videos Olympic Athletics Finals on YouTube. The fact that Lululemon makes (super cute) running shoes. Or, perhaps, a weight loss objective. If the latter in particular caught your eye, you’ve come to the … Read more

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