Health Highlights: Feb. 7, 2023
By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
Vitamin D could be a weapon against type 2 diabetes. For folks with pre-diabetes, supplements may help lower the chances of a full diabetes diagnosis, a new study shows. Read more
Kisspeptin: Is injected hormone a remedy for flagging libido? Two studies, one in men and one in women, showed that a shot boosted sexual desire. Read more
Advent of electric cars is already boosting health. A California study finds neighborhoods with more electric cars have a 3% decline in asthma-related ER visits because of cleaner air. Read more
Shark bites are declining worldwide. The decline likely reflects decreasing shark populations and tougher beach safety protocols, experts say. Read more
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