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25 Nov
Could a Common Thyroid Medicine Weaken Bones?

Could a Common Thyroid Medicine Weaken Bones?

New research suggests that a thyroid medication often prescribed to older Americans may be linked to a common problem in old age -- bone loss.

25 Nov
Long COVID Hits the Young Harder Than the Old, Study Finds

Long COVID Hits the Young Harder Than the Old, Study Finds

It might sound counterintuitive, but new research shows that when Long COVID strikes, younger patients appear more prone to severe symptoms than older folks.

That's tough on society as a whole, the study's lead author said.

“The impact of Long COVID is causi...

06 Aug
Hidden Thyroid Issues in Pregnancy Could Mean Thyroid Trouble Later

Hidden Thyroid Issues in Pregnancy Could Mean Thyroid Trouble Later

Women who develop subclinical thyroid issues during pregnancy, meaning symptoms haven't surfaced, could face real thyroid trouble within five years, a new study finds.

Pregnant women who were diagnosed with subclinical hypothyroidism, pointing to an under-active gland, b...

30 Nov
Could an Overactive Thyroid Harm the Aging Brain?

Could an Overactive Thyroid Harm the Aging Brain?

Elevated levels of thyroid hormone appear to harm the aging brain, increasing seniors' risk of dementia or other cognitive disorders, a new study finds.

High levels of thyroid hormone -- a condition called thyrotoxicosis -- was associated with thinking problems whether t...

27 Jul
PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' Cost the U.S. Billions

PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' Cost the U.S. Billions

They are called "forever chemicals" because they linger in the human body and can contribute to the risk of everything from cancer to childhood obesity.

Now, new research on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (

18 Jul
Thyroid Trouble May Raise Dementia Risks

Thyroid Trouble May Raise Dementia Risks

Millions of older adults try to manage an underactive thyroid gland with daily medication, but a new study suggests they may still be vulnerable to developing

13 Jun
You Can Drink Coffee With Your Thyroid Medication: Study

You Can Drink Coffee With Your Thyroid Medication: Study

It's OK to drink coffee soon after taking a liquid thyroid medication, a new study finds.

Current product labels and treatment guidelines recommend patients take

02 May
Thyroid Could Play Key Role in Hospital Stays

Thyroid Could Play Key Role in Hospital Stays

People with hypothyroidism who are undertreated are at increased risk for longer...