Recently, ISMP Canada published a safety bulletin on oral dosing errors associated with LUGOL's solution (potassium iodide and iodine), also referred to as strong iodine solution. [1] The ...

Improved brain health in children The brain-developing benefits of iodine for babies extend into early childhood as well. Not getting enough iodine is the most common cause of brain damage in ...

Veteran benefits aren't just a nice perk -- they are something you earned through service in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Space Force, Air Force or Coast Guard. But knowing what your benefits are ...

Alfalfa, scientifically known as Medicago sativa, is a nutrient-rich herb with several benefits and uses. It is commonly used to feed livestock, but some people have also used it as an herbal ...

Overall, the WHO estimates that iodine deficiency—one of the world’s most common nutritional gaps—affects around 2bn people ...

When you think about the benefits of protein, building and maintaining muscle are likely what come to mind. But this powerhouse nutrient has many other benefits as well—from increasing energy ...

While most people know that nuts contain vitamins and minerals, you may not realize just how many health benefits are associated with the salty snack. Perhaps most surprising of all, considering ...

Over the past decade, scientists have increasingly found that certain forms of pain and agitation, in moderate amounts, trigger benefits for mental and physical health. Researched examples include ...

World Iodine Deficiency Day highlights the importance of iodine in diets for normal physical and mental development. Iodine deficiency remains a leading cause of preventable brain damage globally.

The House is expected to try to pass a Social Security-related bill this week to ensure benefits for workers who are also eligible for other pensions, despite a surprise move by hard-right Freedom ...

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Social Security benefits are increasing in 2025, and your 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) takes effect in January. The date you receive your first boosted check will hinge on your date of birth.