A Nov. 5 gastroenterology roundup reports 146,000-plus deaths linked to gallbladder and biliary disease in 2023, alongside IBS and polyp findings.
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A State Law Targeted Fentanyl Dealers. Prosecutors Are Using It To Charge Users Too.
An InvestigateWest review found at least 30 Idaho fentanyl trafficking charges without evidence of dealing under a law aimed at drug dealers.
Thousands Of Blood Pressure Medication Bottles Recalled Nationwide After Pills Fail Quality Test
Macleods Pharma USA recalled two lots of combination blood pressure tablets after they failed FDA dissolution specifications. Check lot and NDC numbers.
15 Best Copper Water Bottles for Wellness in 2027
Compare 15 copper water bottles for wellness by capacity, lid style, finish, portability, and care needs to find the right fit for your routine.
Why We Practice Certain Mental Habits More Than Others
Zen Habits argues that repeated patterns such as worry and self-criticism can shape daily experience, and suggests practicing alternatives.
What Did Shock Therapy Take Away—and Help Me Recover?
The Atlantic’s headline describes one person’s reported losses and recovery after shock therapy, but the article’s details were unavailable.
Novel Treatment Clears Dementia-linked Proteins From The Waking Brain
A small study found a blood-pressure drug and vibration treatment were linked to higher blood levels of brain proteins in 29 healthy adults.
The Phone Addiction Loop, & How To Break It
Zen Habits writer Leo Babauta describes a trigger-and-reward cycle behind compulsive phone checking and suggests ways to interrupt it.
5 Ways To Practice Mental Flexibility Day To Day
A Zen Habits essay outlines five ways to practice mental flexibility, from noticing rigid reactions to adjusting expectations and listening to others.
What Helps You Stay Grounded When Everything Feels Unsteady?
Zen Habits outlines a brief practice of naming emotions, noticing body sensations and breathing slowly when life feels uncertain.
