4 anti-aging approaches revealed in 2025 that may help Americans live longer
On average, Americans want to live to be 91 years old, according to a recent Pew Research survey — a goal that has driven a focus on longevity-boosting practices. Over 60% of…
Healthy New Year’s resolutions can contribute to better sleep
Healthy New Year's resolutions centered on "eating clean" and "getting fit" could also lead to better…
6 things to know about pancreatic cancer after former senator’s diagnosis
Former U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse of Nebraska announced this week that he has been diagnosed with metastatic stage 4 pancreatic cancer, calling the disease "a death sentence" in a…
‘Love Actually’ and the science of holiday comfort movies
Holiday romantic comedies appeal to people's fantasies of "ideal relationships, an ideal world and a happy…
Hidden factor in cancer treatment timing may affect survival, researchers say
The time of day patients receive cancer treatments could have an impact on the outcome, a new study suggests. New research published in Cancer, the official journal of the…
Genetics don’t always lead to vision loss and blindness
Less than 30% of people with certain genetic variants go blind, despite the faulty genes previously being…
New Wegovy pill offers needle-free weight loss — but may not work for everyone
The first oral GLP-1 medication for weight loss has been approved for use in the U.S. The Wegovy pill, from drugmaker Novo Nordisk, was cleared by the Food and Drug…
1/4 of American families overwhelmed by medical expenses
Nearly 27% of U.S. residents faced high medical expenses or skipped needed health care because they…
Common household chemicals linked to increased risk of serious neurological condition
A study from Sweden’s Uppsala University discovered a link between microplastics and multiple sclerosis (MS). The research, published in the journal Environmental…
Survey: Teen substance abuse rate declines for fifth straight year
For the fifth consecutive year, the number of American teenagers using drugs and alcohol remains at a…
Bridging the Prenatal Care Gap: The Global Effort Helping Moms Start Healthy
When Stephanie got pregnant with her first child at age 32, she channeled her limited energy and finances towards things like preparing space in her home and gathering supplies.…
Study finds misconceptions about preventing peanut allergies persist
Researchers said many parents remain confused about how to prevent children from developing peanut…
Simple daily habit could help people with type 2 diabetes manage blood sugar
Sitting next to a window may help people with type 2 diabetes control their insulin levels, according to new research. The study, published in Cell Metabolism, found that…
Weekend attacks in Ukraine bring more casualties, damage infrastructure
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Confusing questionnaires lead to misleading responses from patients
Confusion over symptom questionnaires is common, and likely hampers efforts to diagnose and treat physical…
Frequent heartburn may be a warning sign of a more dangerous condition, doctor says
For most people, heartburn is an occasional annoyance and source of temporary discomfort. But for some, chronic heartburn can lead to more dangerous conditions — potentially…
HHS cuts funding for American Academy of Pediatrics’ programs
The American Academy of Pediatrics confirmed this week that the U.S. Department of Health and Human…
Scientists pinpoint why COVID vaccine may trigger heart inflammation in certain people
POST-DOSE PATTERN — New research reveals why the COVID vaccine can trigger heart issues, especially in one group PREVENTION PAYOFF — Simple lifestyle changes could slash heart…
32 genes thought to be key drivers of long COVID-19 identified
The mystery of what causes the "brain fog," fatigue, chest pain and other symptoms of long COVID-19 has…