As consumers, we often assume that our cosmetics and personal care products are safe. But did you know that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) receives about 5000 reports yearly about cosmetics-related health problems? These reports are known as Adverse Event Reports (AERs) and are submitted to the FDA by consumers, healthcare professionals, and…
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The researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel have hit on something we can’t quit talking about. It seems that the smell of a woman’s tears reduces male aggression! Researchers collected tears from women who had watched sad movies and then had 31 men who had just played an infuriating computer game —…
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After the announcement that Ask the Pharmacist was being retired from traditional radio broadcast (though still available as a podcast), we were overwhelmed by the outpouring of comments and memories you shared with us. It does our hearts good to see the impact Joe’s work had on so many. We also were surprised by how…
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With equal parts pride and sadness, we announce that, as of December 30, 2023, Ask The Pharmacist has signed off of the radio for the last time. Joe DiMatteo began his radio career in Pittsburgh over 20 years ago. With overwhelmingly positive feedback, the show expanded throughout the Northeast before moving to SiriusXM and gaining…
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Researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) have used a new method to map dopamine regulation in real-time deep inside the brains of three humans. The study recently published in the journal Science Advances shows that dopamine plays a crucial role in not just recognizing rewards but also in learning from mistakes. This…
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Several major pharmaceutical companies have issued a recall of certain eye drops due to potential contamination. This recall affects dozens of popular eye drop brands, including Visine, Clear Eyes, and Bausch + Lomb. You can find the complete list here. The recall is due to the discovery of a type of bacteria known as Burkholderia…
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According to a study published in Sports Medicine and Health Science, taking antioxidants like vitamins C and E can enhance health protection during exercise-induced hemolysis. The study revealed that these supplements can increase the count of red blood cells and hemoglobin content. They also improve white blood cell and platelet alterations and the inflammatory profile.…
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We all know volunteering is good for your soul, but it may also be good for your brain! Volunteering protects your brain from cognitive decline and dementia, according to a recent study. Researchers at the University of California Davis Health found that volunteering later in life is linked to improved cognitive functions, more specifically, executive…
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Last week, we told you about how PFAS have been found in almost half of America’s drinking water. As if that’s not bad enough, the news gets worse. Shocking results from a recent study have found that while they increase the risk of cancer for everyone, that increase is doubled in women. The study found…
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They aren’t called “FOREVER” chemicals for nothing. Unfortunately, it looks like we’ll never get away from this monster. And it’s likely that in our lifetime, we’ll see the widespread reach of this invisible beast. In a study conducted by the U.S. Geological Survey, water sources at over 700 locations across the country were tested for…
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