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8 of the biggest health stories from this week in case you missed them
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Fox News Digital publishes a range of health pieces every day of the week to keep you up-to-date on the most important wellness news.
Cutting-edge medical research, breakthrough medications, mental health challenges, personal medical dramas and more are all covered.
In case you missed them, here are a few of the biggest health stories from this week.
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Check out these eight key stories.
1. Certain supplements could increase heart attack, stroke risk
A new study suggests that taking a popular form of supplements could make a certain group of people more susceptible to experiencing heart disease and strokes.
A cardiologist and nutritionist weighed in. Click here to get the story.
“Further studies are needed to determine the precise mechanisms for the development and prognosis of cardiovascular disease events with regular use of fish oil supplements,” the authors of a new study wrote. (iStock)
2. Half of Americans are ill-equipped to help in a crisis
Only 51% of polled Americans know how to perform hands-only CPR, and only 49% could assist with serious bleeding.
ER doctors shared tips on how people can be better prepared. Click here to get the story.
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“When you’re trained in these lifesaving skills, you’ll know how to recognize the signs that someone needs help and buy time until the [first] responders can get there,” a doctor said. (iStock)
3. Many patients taken off life support may have survived, study suggests
Families may want to wait before making the “irreversible decision” to take loved ones off life support after a traumatic brain injury, some doctors and researchers say. Click here to get the story.
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Many patients who died after traumatic brain injuries may have survived and recovered if their families had waited to take them off life support, a new study has found. (iStock)
4. Three women share their best longevity tips
For Women’s Health Month, three mothers and grandmothers — ages 41, 55 and 64 — revealed how they’re defying their chronological ages. Click here to get the story.
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Left to right, Julie Gibson Clark, Amy Hardison and Lil Eskey all shared the lifestyle habits that are helping them slow down biological aging. (James Lee, Amy Hardison, Lil Eskey)
5. Lupus expert debunks 7 common myths
Dr. Brooke Goldner of Cornell University, who lives with lupus, has dedicated her life to raising awareness of the disease. She shared the truths behind some of the biggest misconceptions. Click here to get the story.
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Dr. Brooke Goldner, a board-certified medical doctor and an autoimmune professor at Cornell University, pictured at right, is committed to debunking lupus myths and misconceptions. (iStock/Dr. Brooke Goldner)
6. Heart attack risk could spike during election season
Research from Massachusetts General Hospital found that people who have specific genetic traits, paired with anxiety or depression, are at a “significantly higher heart attack risk” during periods of social or political stress. Click here to get the story.
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“The mind-heart connection is strong, and this study highlights that not only our bodies, but also our minds, need rest and care,” a doctor said. (Lorenzo Bevilaqua/ABC via Getty Images; iStock)
7. Disrupted sleep, plus nightmares, could be linked to autoimmune diseases
Those who experience vivid nightmares and odd hallucinations might be at a higher risk of lupus, a new study suggests. Researchers and doctors revealed the link. Click here to get the story.
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The study looked at not only the issues surrounding sleep, but also when the issues for participants began. (iStock)
8. Paralyzed patients could find new hope in spinal cord stimulation
Ninety percent of paralyzed patients regained strength or function in their upper limbs after receiving an experimental therapy, a new study found. Experts weighed in on why this could be a “game-changer” for some patients. Click here to get the story.
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Some of this week’s top health stories include supplement risks, emergency skills, sleep disorder ramifications and more. (iStock)
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More people sent to hospital as mushroom-infused 'microdosing' chocolate faces ongoing FDA probe
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“Microdosing” chocolate bars designed to give consumers “peace of mind” have sent more and more people to hospitals, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently reported.
The FDA published an initial advisory message about Diamond Shruumz, a company that produces “microdosing” chocolate bars and gummies, on June 7. At the time, six people who had consumed the products were hospitalized.
The FDA now reports that at least 10 people have been hospitalized after eating the products. An additional two people sought medical care but were not hospitalized.
“Do not eat, sell, or serve Diamond Shruumz-Brand Microdosing Chocolate Bars,” the FDA’s site warns.
MUSHROOM-INFUSED ‘MICRODOSING’ CHOCOLATE BARS ARE SENDING PEOPLE TO THE HOSPITAL, PROMPTING INVESTIGATION: FDA
At least 10 people have been hospitalized after consuming Diamond Shruumz products, the FDA said. (FDA | iStock)
“[The] FDA is working to determine the cause of these illnesses and is considering the appropriate next steps,” the statement added. “More information will be provided as it becomes available.”
The products are distributed nationally. The FDA’s website said hospitalizations were reported in Alabama, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, South Carolina and Pennsylvania. Four hospitalizations were recorded in Arizona, and two were reported in Indiana.
The consumers who ate the “microdosing” products experienced “severe” symptoms, officials reported.
STUDY FINDS EVIDENCE OF MICROPLASTICS IN BRAINS AND OTHER ORGANS
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Several people have suffered a variety of medical symptoms from the chocolates, including nausea. (iStock)
“People who became ill after eating Diamond Shruumz-brand Microdosing Chocolate Bars reported a variety of severe symptoms including seizures, central nervous system depression (loss of consciousness, confusion, sleepiness), agitation, abnormal heart rates, hyper/hypotension, nausea, and vomiting,” the FDA says.
“Microdosing” is when drug users take a minuscule amount of hallucinogenic drugs to increase creativity and boost their mood without having a psychedelic trip. Even though the Diamond Shruumz products are marketed as “microdosing,” the company reports that its products have no psilocybin in them.
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The FDA is warning consumers against Diamond Shruumz chocolate bars. (FDA / iStock)
“There is no presence of psilocybin, amanita or any scheduled drugs, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience,” Diamond Shruumz’s website says. “Rest assured, our treats are not only free from psychedelic substances but our carefully crafted ingredients still offer an experience.”
“This allows you to indulge in a uniquely crafted blend designed for your pleasure and peace of mind.”
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The chocolate bars are marketed to boost mood and creativity. (iStock)
The FDA and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating the products. Fox News Digital reached out to Diamond Shruumz for comment but did not hear back.
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