George Citroner
George Citroner reports on health and medicine, covering topics that include cancer, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. He was awarded the Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) award in 2020 for a story on osteoporosis risk in men.
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Certain Teas May Inactivate COVID-19 Virus, Lab Study Finds
But experts caution against overstating potential real-world benefits.
For Older Diabetics, Moderate Overweight Linked to Lowest Cardiovascular Risk: Study
In a new study, overweight older adults are having lower cardiovascular mortality than normal-weight counterparts.
Coffee Compound May Help Counteract Age-Related Muscle Loss
Your morning brew may give you more than an energy boost.
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy May Relieve Osteoarthritis: Study
Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy shows promise in reducing pain and improving quality of life for osteoarthritis patients.
Ketogenic Diet Shows Promise in Improving Serious Mental Illness Symptoms
The keto diet emerges as a promising complementary treatment, improving metabolic markers and reducing psychiatric symptoms in those with severe mental illness.
Kombucha’s Fat-Burning Potential Shown in Study
A look at the possible health benefits and risks of drinking kombucha, a popular fermented tea beverage.
Acetaminophen, Key Ingredient in Tylenol, May Affect Heart Function: Study
New research in mice finds acetaminophen may disrupt heart pathways linked to energy, antioxidants, and protein breakdown.
Common Household Chemicals Attack Critical Brain Cells, Research Warns
Flame retardants and disinfectants harm brain cells, and children are highly vulnerable to the ubiquitous chemicals.
Using Tap Water in Neti Pots Can Cause Deadly Infections, CDC Warns
Distilled, sterile, or boiled water is recommended to avoid contamination risk.
Pain From UTIs Doesn’t Stop After Antibiotics, New Research Sheds Light on Why
Read about the mechanism involving mast cells and nerve growth factor that’s paving the way for better UTI treatments.
