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Biggest waste of money in your home gym may surprise you, fitness expert says

Fitness coach Jacob Zemer reveals the three home gym essentials — bands, dumbbells and a bench — that let you train every muscle group on a budget. ( READ MORE )

Karnataka FDA orders hospitals to disclose base price of medicines, med devices on bills

The move follows mounting scrutiny over the significant difference in landing/base price and the MRP printed on medicines, medical devices and consumables. In several cases, patients are billed at or ( READ MORE )

FSSAI may amend laws to make online players more accountable

The regulator has also started inspections of dark stores of quick commerce firms and cloud kitchens, he said. While platforms often mention a product's shelf life, consumers may not know ( READ MORE )

The Fix

Two former addicts run a church in Burnley trying to help people in crisis. ( READ MORE )

Doctors dismissed my swollen foot. Months later I nearly died from a blood clot - and now I'm disabled. I'm not surprised a third of women are told their symptoms are 'all in their head'

'Medical misogyny' is letting women down, experts say, after a study found one in three women with autoimmune diseases are told their symptoms are 'in their head'. ( READ MORE )

I've woken from operations to find the surgery hasn't been done - women's health is broken

Kelly O'Shea felt there was no alternative but to pay £20,000 for the treatment she needed out of desperation. ( READ MORE )

From electric shorts that tone and lift without the gym to cooling sheets for better sleep... Daily Mail tests the latest health crazes to see if they are actually worth it

As a health journalist, I am always on the lookout for the latest and greatest health gadgets or wellness products. Read on for my honest take. ( READ MORE )

It's the embarrassing problem which blights millions but few are willing to go to a GP or pharmacist about. Here's why autumnal 'jock itch' is rife and what to do about it

There are some itches you can deal with immediately. An itchy arm? No problem. An itchy groin that announces itself halfway through a meeting or on the school run? That ( READ MORE )

People think Cat is in her 20s... and are stunned when she reveals she's actually 49. NO, she hasn't had plastic surgery - just a tiny bit of Botox. This is her simple routine

Despite her remarkably youthful appearance, Cat insists she has never had plastic surgery or laser treatments - and that her beauty regime is surprisingly simple. ( READ MORE )

The 30-second arm curl test that can predict how well you’ll age

More than the latest trend, buff biceps can also clue you in to how well you'll age, all with a simple test that takes less than one minute. ( READ MORE )

Dementia risk more than quadruples among adults with common disorder

Adults with ADHD had more than four times the risk of dementia or mild cognitive impairment, a University of Pittsburgh study of 187,000 people found. ( READ MORE )

Sixth measles-associated death recorded in America as outbreak spirals... and death toll hits worst tally in 35 years

A woman in Pennsylvania has died after contracting measles, marking the state's sixth death from the virus this year. ( READ MORE )

Nutritionist names 3 cheap tinned foods Brits should eat more of for healthy hearts

EXCLUSIVE: Eating for your heart doesn't have to be expensive. An expert has named the cheap tinned goods Brits can pick up. ( READ MORE )

West Coast mom of six loses both legs, hand after doctors ignored her complaints: bombshell lawsuit

The alleged negligence nightmare reportedly began in 2024. ( READ MORE )

Pope will be admitted to hospital Tuesday for lung nodule surgery, Vatican says

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to the hospital late Tuesday morning, ahead of surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered during recent medical tests, according ( READ MORE )

People think Cat is in her 20s... and are stunned when she reveals she's actually 49. NO, she hasn't had plastic surgery - just a tiny bit of Botox. This is her simple routine

On her birthday last month, she posted a video holding a cupcake with candles that changed from 29 to 39 and finally 49 - sparking a fierce debate about her ( READ MORE )

Ryan Seacrest's secrets for staying ripped at 51 without giving up wine, pizza or sweets

From curling heavy rocks on the beach to cinnamon buns at a local bakery, Ryan Seacrest shares the balanced fitness lifestyle behind his physique. ( READ MORE )

Dementia cases are set to double by 2050 — as doctor calls it an ‘accelerating epidemic crisis’

Experts warn this health crisis is spreading fast and disproportionately threatening two particular groups. ( READ MORE )

‘Helicopter brain’ could be making you feel sick: How to spot it and what to do

An analysis of 44 studies links doomscrolling to anxiety. Dr. Steven Resnick explains how "helicopter brain" keeps your nervous system on high alert. ( READ MORE )

What to know about Pope Leo’s planned lung nodule surgery

Pope Leo XIV is to have an operation to remove a localized lung nodule detected early ( READ MORE )

Blogger, 41, announces her own death from cancer: ‘I am, unfortunately, no longer here’

British blogger Charlie Anderson-Read has died following a yearslong battle with cancer, announcing her death on social media in a prerecorded video. Anderson-Read, 41, was diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer ( READ MORE )

What is a lung nodule? The lesion sending Pope Leo into surgery this week

Pope Leo XIV recently revealed he'll be undergoing surgery to remove a nodular lesion discovered in his lungs. ( READ MORE )

Cramer: Starbucks tells me Chipotle takeover won't happen and that's good for the stock

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET. ( READ MORE )

Dozens sickened at Walmart distribution center with 'possible food-related illness'

In a statement, Walmart said: 'The health and safety of our associates is a top priority. We're working with local emergency management... as they investigate.' ( READ MORE )

Gummies to clean teeth of dementia patients... without them needing a toothbrush

A chewable vitamin gummy could help people with dementia to keep their teeth clean without needing a toothbrush. Dentablue will be launched at the end of the month ( READ MORE )

'Our newborn baby nearly died from Group B Strep'

At just three weeks old, Leo suddenly became suddenly unwell, caused by Group B Streptococcus ( READ MORE )

How a drug widely given for restless legs left Dorothy with a compulsion to shop online - and has driven others to unfettered gambling, eating... and sex

Dorothy Moate is regularly overcome by such insatiable compulsion to eat that she's been known to start baking a cake at 2am. ( READ MORE )

The secrets of Bolotana, the sleepy Sardinian village where women are living to 100... and beyond

Bolotana, a community of around 2,300 people, is a potential new longevity hotspot - where women who reach 70 have an estimated 13.8 per cent chance of celebrating their 100th ( READ MORE )

What to eat to prevent bowel cancer: The science-backed breakfasts, lunches and dinners that help reduce your risk... and the foods to avoid

Up to a third of bowel cancers are related to diet and, therefore, may have been prevented. 'What we eat is critical in shaping your risk of bowel cancer,' says ( READ MORE )

Why Ketamine Immobilizes Some Users

Potent powders can produce a nearly catatonic state, particularly in those who have not tried the drug before. ( READ MORE )

Sudan's famine risk worsened by conflict, drought and funding shortages, report says

Conflict and drought are worsening food insecurity across parts of Sudan's Darfur and Kordofan regions, a global food crisis monitor warned on Monday. ( READ MORE )

8 foods you should eat every day to give you the best chance of living to 100

One recent study suggested that 40-year-olds who moved from an unhealthy diet to a healthier eating pattern could gain around 10 years of life expectancy ( READ MORE )

FDA recalls baby sleep aid after investigation finds 3 toxic alcohol ingredients not listed on label

A popular baby sleep remedy could be hazardous to infants.  ( READ MORE )

Seafood mix recalled in six states over fears of contamination with deadly bacteria

An urgent recall has been issued for a packaged seafood mix sold in six states over concerns it may be contaminated with deadly bacteria. ( READ MORE )

Warning over rise in lethal stomach bug that's spread by food contaminated with faeces

Experts say infections of Clostridioides difficile - highly contagious bacteria known as C. diff - increased by more than 50 per cent since 2020. ( READ MORE )

The hidden dangers of omeprazole: It is lauded as the ultimate solution to crippling acid reflux which affects millions - but as DR SCURR reveals, using it long term can have serious implications

I suspect that omeprazole is the key here. This is a type of proton-pump inhibitor - drugs widely prescribed to treat reflux. They work by suppressing stomach-acid production. ( READ MORE )

A 30-second weekly workout could help you slash your blood pressure and live longer

A 30-second workout as little as once a week may help lower blood pressure and boost longevity, a new study from researchers at Canterbury Christ Church University in the UK ( READ MORE )

The surprising ways your morning orange juice can boost your heart health

It's well known that orange juice can ward off winter illnesses and boost your immune system. But a growing body of evidence suggests the drink could boost heart health in ( READ MORE )

The truth about the 'pink salt' hydration craze... experts reveal if adding mineral salt to your morning water is really worth the hype

Scroll through TikTok and you're bound to spot wellness influencers stirring Celtic Sea salt or pink Himalayan salt into a glass of warm water. Experts reveal if the trend is ( READ MORE )

How to hack your microbiome for better health... everything you need to know about prebiotics and postbiotics

It seems probiotics are everywhere. It's not just probiotics, but their little-known cousins: prebiotics and postbiotics. Dietitians reveal what you need to know about these powerful microbes. ( READ MORE )

Pope Leo XIV planned surgery to remove lung ‘nodule’ – what to know

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to have an operation this week to remove “a localized nodule” in his lung that was “detected at a very early stage.” ( READ MORE )

The Survival Gap: Why India’s Breast Cancer Survival Trails the World

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, ETHealthworld examines why India’s breast cancer survival remains below the global median, the gaps in early detection and screening, and what doctors say needs to ( READ MORE )

Centre asks states to ensure hospitals display service rates

The ministry said Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, in a letter to the Chief Secretaries of all states and UTs, called for a review of compliance with applicable regulatory ( READ MORE )

How Islanders helped superfan, 18, beat near-fatal rare cancer: ‘Treated me like family’

"I'm just super happy to be here — super happy to enjoy the game, and thankful for the Islanders, for everything they've done for me." ( READ MORE )

Warning issued to anyone with high blood pressure - 'reduce risk of death'

Experts have warned people with high blood pressure as it could prevent more than 518,000 deaths worldwide every year. ( READ MORE )

What to know about Pope Leo's planned lung nodule surgery

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to have an operation this week to remove "a localized nodule" in his lung that was "detected at a very early stage." It is the ( READ MORE )

'Helicopter brain' could be making you feel sick: How to spot it and what to do

Doomscrolling is linked to higher anxiety and psychological distress, but a neurologist says it may also trigger what he calls "helicopter brain." ( READ MORE )

The FDA Recently Approved A COVID Prevention Medicine — Here’s How It Works

The recently-approved medication can help keep you from getting COVID if you’re directly exposed to the illness. ( READ MORE )

Doctors Explain Why Falls Become More Common With Age — And What You Can Do To Prevent Them

These moves can significantly reduce your risk of broken bones, concussions and more. ( READ MORE )

Has Taylor Swift defanged the toxic term 'Patient Zero' ?

On Sept. 22, Taylor Swift made an unexpected announcement that she was releasing a new single called "Patient Zero." The news sent Swifties and music sleuths on a wild goose ( READ MORE )

Beyond sleep, diet, exercise: Broader factors linked to teen well-being

Supporting young people's mental health may require a broader focus than the traditional "big three" healthy habits of sleep, nutrition and physical activity, according to new University of the Sunshine ( READ MORE )

Physical activity may improve mood and quality of life during menopause

Engaging in physical activity during menopause can improve depression, mood and overall quality of life, a new study led by UCL researchers has found. Published in Menopause, the review of ( READ MORE )

Smoking history of living kidney donors linked to higher transplant complications

UC Davis Health research has found that people who received a kidney from a living donor with a history of smoking face a higher risk of transplant failure. Transplant failure, ( READ MORE )

Continuously evolving cells help pancreatic cancer evade treatment and spread

An analysis of nearly half a million cells from dozens of patients' tumors reveals how cancer cells continuously reshape their genetic makeup over time, enabling them to evade treatment for ( READ MORE )

Canada's Safe Social Media Act puts child health at its core

Canada's proposed Safe Social Media Act, which aims to protect children, should be passed, according to an analysis article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). The article also identifies several ( READ MORE )

Physicians have disabilities too: New research calls for a more accessible medical workforce

New research indicates that 5% of practicing physicians report a disability "always or often," and another 12% report disability "sometimes." The authors call for action on improving accessibility to ensure ( READ MORE )

Extreme heat increasing pregnancy complications, survey shows

Extreme heat has led to a marked increase in the risks faced by pregnant women and their babies, according to a survey of 1,000 health care professionals in countries including ( READ MORE )

Same duty cycle, very different outcomes: What tough materials taught us about histotripsy

One of the questions that stayed with me throughout my Ph.D. was surprisingly simple: Why are some tissues so much harder to break down with histotripsy than others? Histotripsy is ( READ MORE )

Menstruation invisible to homelessness support services

Stigma, male-centric systems and structural neglect have rendered homeless women's menstrual health largely out of sight and out of mind, according to the authors of a study by the University ( READ MORE )

Choline supplementation in young children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder  can have durable developmental benefits

Children affected by prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) experience long-lasting cognitive gains after treatment with supplemental choline, an essential nutrient, a new study suggests. The findings point to a potentially scalable ( READ MORE )

Insufficient evidence to back medical cannabis for insomnia

A new Cochrane review finds that existing evidence is too uncertain to determine whether medical cannabis improves sleep or daytime functioning in people with insomnia. ( READ MORE )

Changes in marital status may heighten vulnerability for alcohol-related problems

People who have experienced mixed marital transitions or who have never been married may be more likely to have alcohol-related problems than people with stable marital status. According to a ( READ MORE )

Females with autoimmune diseases 'less likely to be believed' than males and face longer diagnostic delays

Females with autoimmune diseases are significantly more likely than males to have their autoimmune disease misdiagnosed as a psychiatric or psychosomatic condition, according to a study of more than 6,600 ( READ MORE )

Is ADHD on the rise in children and adults in the U.K. and Europe?

ADHD seems to be in the news everywhere, but is this due to a rise in cases or to changing awareness and diagnosis? Pulling together the evidence for a presentation ( READ MORE )

Menopause is marked by a body-wide physiological 'cliff,' study suggests

The final menstrual period is preceded by abrupt "cliff-like" biological changes across multiple body systems, some of which show early signs more than a decade beforehand, according to research published ( READ MORE )

Cardiac rehabilitation programs not keeping up with global increases in cardiovascular disease

Despite the rising incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), along with evidence that cardiac rehabilitation programs improve outcomes for those living with CVD, availability of these programs has not increased worldwide ( READ MORE )

Tiny robots speed medicine through body to the heart

Johns Hopkins University engineers have created robots the size of a pencil tip intended to travel through the body to deliver medicine to infections inside a beating heart. ( READ MORE )

Study Finds Lower Pregnancy Risks in HPV-Vaccinated Women

(MedPage Today) -- Women vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV) were significantly less likely to have a range of adverse outcomes during pregnancy, according to a national case-control study from Sweden. ( READ MORE )

Benzodiazepine use in first trimester not associated with higher risk for major birth defects

A population-based cohort study found that pregnant people who used benzodiazepines during the first trimester were not at a substantially increased risk of having a baby with major birth defects. ( READ MORE )

Shared signaling regulator may link liver and pancreas dysfunction in type 2 diabetes

Maintaining healthy blood glucose levels involves striking a balance between the glucose produced by the liver during fasting and the insulin released from pancreatic beta cells after meals. In type ( READ MORE )

Mystery Surrounds Young Worker's Death at Russia Lab Studying Severe Diseases

(MedPage Today) -- The World Health Organization (WHO) said Saturday it still doesn't know what caused the death of a young worker at a lab in Russia that focuses on ( READ MORE )

Liver and brain pathways drive distinct symptoms in a rare epilepsy model

A recent study from Johns Hopkins Medicine reveals that pathways in both the liver and brain contribute to different symptoms of the same rare inherited disorder. ( READ MORE )

Stem cell–like tumor state may help identify high-risk small-cell lung cancer

Northwestern Medicine scientists have identified a stem-like state in small-cell lung cancer that distinguishes a group of patients with exceptionally poor outcomes following chemoimmunotherapy, according to a study published in ( READ MORE )

Novel study explores how different types of genetic risk impact the manifestation of alcohol use disorder

Multiple types of genetic influence affect the severity and presentation of alcohol use disorder (AUD), according to what may be the first study examining the joint effects of three types ( READ MORE )

More active mitochondria may help chronic myeloid leukemia cells withstand treatment

Researchers in Adelaide and Singapore have uncovered new clues as to why some people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) respond better to treatment than others, finding that mitochondrial function in ( READ MORE )

Texas Health Agency Proposes Eliminating Children's Autism Program

(MedPage Today) -- For years, 7-year-old Israel Solis couldn't communicate with the world around him. Born with autism and nonverbal, he would bite and scratch himself in frustration when someone ( READ MORE )

Low levels of blood pressure protein may flag treatment-resistant psychosis

In a preliminary study using blood and spinal fluid samples from 200 people, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have evidence that a well-studied protein involved in blood pressure regulation ( READ MORE )

Drug-Eluting Intraocular Lens Passes Test in Patients With Cataracts and Glaucoma

(MedPage Today) -- NEW ORLEANS -- An intraocular lens (IOL) packed with glaucoma medication showed early promise as a potential treatment for cataract and glaucoma in randomized comparison against standard ( READ MORE )

Drug combination that reduces oxygen levels in tissues improves Parkinson's symptoms in mice

In a new study, Broad Institute researchers report that two small-molecule chemicals that reduce oxygen delivery to cells improved symptoms of neurodegeneration in a mouse model of Parkinson's disease. The ( READ MORE )

Study examines long-term mental health and alcohol use trajectories following disasters

A study of people who had been exposed to a disaster found different long-term patterns of alcohol use and mental health that were interrelated and influenced by individual differences and ( READ MORE )

The shape of water at a key tau hotspot helps drive dementia-linked clumping

Diseases such as Alzheimer's and frontotemporal dementia are considered neurodegenerative tauopathies, in which tau proteins in the brain misfold and lead to cognitive decline. Until now, it has been unclear ( READ MORE )

Are Concerns Over Avacopan Efficacy Overblown?

(MedPage Today) -- Avacopan (Tavneos), the complement pathway inhibitor for antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV), appeared strongly effective in an Italian registry study -- a step, maybe, toward setting ( READ MORE )

Empathy can help make maternity care safer—here's how

Poppy Russell lived for just 12 hours. She died in April 2021 at the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford after suffering a brain injury during birth. An inquest concluded that ( READ MORE )

Lessons in Redundancy From an NIH Grant Application

(MedPage Today) -- You're all going to be jealous. I spent a bunch of hours, part of my Sunday morning and early afternoon, creating my latest NIH Biographical Sketch Common ( READ MORE )

Brain cancer risk linked with exposure to elevated concentrations of radon

Long-term tracking of nearly 160,000 people from across the United States suggests that brain cancer risk rises as exposure to radon increases. ( READ MORE )

Pan-Amyloid Radiotracer Excels at Early Cardiac Amyloidosis Detection

(MedPage Today) -- PHOENIX -- An investigational pan-amyloid binding tracer proved its mettle in detecting and quantifying cardiac amyloidosis, particularly among early, low-burden cases, in a phase III study. In ( READ MORE )

After Positive Fecal Test, Here's What Gets Patients to Colonoscopy

(MedPage Today) -- A meta-analysis favored patient navigation and patient or clinician reminders for increasing colonoscopy completion after stool-based tests for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening turned up positive. After a ( READ MORE )

Meth Use Disorder May Benefit From Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

(MedPage Today) -- An accelerated course of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) hinted at the potential to treat co-existing methamphetamine use disorder and depression, early data from a small feasibility ( READ MORE )

The Wrong Parties Are Paying for the Health Consequences of Climate Change

(MedPage Today) -- Alina Miranda was a teenager when the Marshall Fire ripped through her community in Boulder County, Colorado, in December 2021. She lost her home, her pets, and ( READ MORE )

Long COVID Linked With Altered Airway Microbiome

(MedPage Today) -- Oral and sputum microbiomes appeared substantially different with long COVID, a large registry study showed. The biggest reduction in richness and evenness of the variety of bacterial ( READ MORE )

Sleep Apnea in Young Children May Boost Glaucoma Risk

(MedPage Today) -- NEW ORLEANS -- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in young children tripled the likelihood of new-onset glaucoma, a large retrospective analysis showed. Though still an uncommon condition in ( READ MORE )

Clinical Obesity Rising Among U.S. Adolescents

(MedPage Today) -- Clinical obesity increased among U.S. adolescents over the past two decades, underscoring the urgent need for targeted prevention and intervention. According to a serial cross-sectional analysis of ( READ MORE )

Joint Pain Supplement Tied to Patient's Weight Gain, Stretch Marks

(MedPage Today) -- A supplement marketed for joint pain and arthritis was the likely culprit in one man's iatrogenic Cushing's syndrome, researchers reported. A man in his 40s presented with ( READ MORE )

Microvascular Measure Gives Clues to Poor Response to Successful Thrombectomy

(MedPage Today) -- Microvascular hemodynamics might provide an early marker of poor recovery despite successful large-vessel thrombectomy in acute ischemic stroke, an imaging study suggested. Poor capillary bed perfusion as ( READ MORE )

Pope to Undergo Surgery; 4,080 U.S. Measles Cases; Ultrasound Issue Tied to 4 Deaths

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo surgery "in the coming days" to remove a nodule on his ( READ MORE )

Popular weight loss drugs linked to a surprising fingernail problem

Popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have been linked to unexpectedly high rates of nail detachment, hair loss, and scalp inflammation, with some problems occurring several ( READ MORE )

Scientists find hidden driver of aging and a simple amino acid that fights memory loss in mice

Scientists discovered that declining levels of a protein called Menin may help drive aging, and restoring it in older mice reversed several age-related changes in just 30 days. Even more ( READ MORE )

Scientists discover vanilla’s hidden healing potential

Scientists have discovered that vanillin, the compound that gives vanilla its distinctive flavor, has powerful properties that could help fight infections, reduce inflammation, and promote wound healing. The inexpensive, widely ( READ MORE )

Just 10 minutes of daily exercise could unlock deeper sleep

Getting better sleep might be as simple as moving a little more every day. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin found that people who exercised more frequently experienced ( READ MORE )

Tokyo – October 10, 2026 – Asahi Kasei Therapeutics, Inc., the global specialty pharmaceutical business of Tokyo-based Asahi Kasei, with U.S. and European business headquarters in Cary, North Carolina, today ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 12, 2026 — Monitoring blood pressure at home could help prevent a life-altering injury for some seniors, a new study warns. Seniors older than 78 with “masked” high ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 12, 2026 — The price of beauty could be your eyesight, a new study warns. Everyday beauty products send thousands of people to the ER with eye injuries ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 -- Access barriers to specialty oral anticancer medications (SOAMs) for blood cancers include rejection by insurance and high out-of-pocket costs, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 -- The benefits of walking activity on reducing the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation rate are not modified by air pollutant concentrations, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 -- Robotic surgery does not improve outcomes in total hip or knee replacement when compared with conventional surgery, according to two studies published online Sept. 30 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 -- For individuals with mild-to-moderate Parkinson disease (PD), higher levels of physical activity are associated with slower cognitive and motor progression, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 -- Low levels of placental growth factor (PlGF) during the third trimester are associated with a higher risk for a later attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis in ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 -- Active smoking is associated with progression of sickle cell retinopathy (SCR), according to a study published in the November issue of the American Journal of ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 -- For people with epilepsy of child-bearing potential (PWECP) prescribed hormone contraception susceptible to hepatic enzyme induction, drug interactions with antiseizure medications (ASMs) leading to reduced ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 — That late-night snack may be doing more than affecting your waistline — it could be hurting your liver health. "A few studies have hinted at ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 — Three companies are recalling broccoli seeds sold online nationwide after a contaminated supplier lot was linked to a multistate Salmonella outbreak.All three products trace back ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 — Want to buy an accurate blood pressure monitor? Don’t turn to AI for help, a new study warns. Three of four leading AI-powered search tools ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 — Depressed people aren’t treating “magic” mushrooms as a cure-all for their condition, a new study says. Experts had been concerned that patients who treat their ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 — A new long-acting drug combo can restore control over HIV for patients whose virus has developed resistance to commonly used medications, researchers report. HIV patients ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 — Hate needles? Your favorite jam might help you get through a painful jab. People best managed their pain during an IV insertion when docs played ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 9, 2026 — As Americans grow increasingly frustrated with their healthcare system, a proposal that has long been kicked around on the Democratic periphery is showing up in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Among medically underserved adults referred for lung cancer screening, the rates of sustained tobacco abstinence are higher with financial incentives versus usual care with or ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Greater childhood and adolescent fitness is associated with a lower risk for adult depression, according to a study published in the December 1 issue of ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- While most women are aware of modifiable factors to reduce breast cancer risk, there is a significant gap between awareness and action, according to the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Postpartum initiation of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) grew 24-fold from 2018 to 2025, according to a research letter published online Oct. 1 in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- For patients with refractory carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), ultrasound (US)-guided hydrodissection with normal saline (NS) alone yields sustained and morphologic improvement, according to a study ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Low-dose radiotherapy (LDRT) offers multiple benefits in early knee osteoarthritis (OA), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Oral menopausal hormone therapy use is associated with increased venous thromboembolic risk, according to a study published online Sept. 23 in The BMJ. Julie Berggreen, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Opioid use disorder (OUD)-related hospitalizations involving dexmedetomidine administration rose markedly with the infiltration of the veterinary sedative medetomidine into the street supply of fentanyl, according ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Recommendations for the use of incretin-based medications during pregnancy were presented In consensus guidelines published online July 29 in Obesity Reviews. Kate Maslin, Ph.D., R.D., ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 -- Among patients with cancer with a genetic variant that increases the risk for hereditary cancers, personalized support significantly increases the likelihood that their first-degree relatives ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — Raw milk can make children and pregnant people seriously ill, and the nation's pediatricians want families to know the risks. The American Academy of Pediatrics ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — Obesity is one of the most common health conditions in the world and one of the most misunderstood. Today, it affects about 4 in 10 ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — The HPV vaccine is best known for protecting against cervical cancer. But, it may have another major benefit: reducing the risk of serious pregnancy complications. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — Jobs that require pregnant women to bend over could be increasing their risk of miscarriage, a new study says. Miscarriage risk increases by 36% for ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — Movement might be key to slowing the progression of both the mental and physical degeneration associated with Parkinson’s disease, a new study says. Parkinson’s patients ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — Many U.S. hospitals aren’t taking simple steps to lower the odds that patients won’t get a urinary tract infection from their catheter, a new study ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — Women with epilepsy, be warned — your antiseizure medications could be interfering with your birth control. About 1 in 3 women with epilepsy on hormonal ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 8, 2026 — Christina Starks-Clay doesn’t know how “Medicare for All” would work exactly, but she’s willing to bet it’d be better than what she has now. Standing ( READ MORE )

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted two Breakthrough Therapy Designations (BTDs) for telisotuzumab ( READ MORE )

Basel, October 7, 2026 – Novartis announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Rhapsido® (remibrutinib), an oral, highly selective Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitor (BTKi), as the ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 -- Youth who ride electric- or gas-powered bikes have a higher risk for trauma or death when involved in collisions compared with those riding pedal bicycles, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 -- For patients with treatment-resistant major depressive disorder (trMDD), stereotactic radiosurgical (SRS) capsulotomy shows promise, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 -- Statin use is associated with a lower risk for glaucoma incidence and treatment escalation, according to a study published online Oct. 6 in the British ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 -- Radiation therapy (RT) and radical prostatectomy (RP) have distinct morbidity profiles that support individualized treatment decisions, according to a study presented at the annual meeting ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 -- Nail disorders and hair and scalp changes occur frequently among glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) users, according to two studies presented at the annual ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 -- Certain pregnancy complications are associated with an increased risk for cardiometabolic-renal conditions in subsequent years, according to a study published online Oct. 6 in BMJ ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 -- Urine cell-free (cf)RNA analysis could represent a promising biomarker for bladder cancer, according to a study published online Oct. 2 in Nature Medicine. Kevin J. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 — Flu season may be getting a head start this year, and experts say that's a good reason not to put off your flu shot. Flu ( READ MORE )

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WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 — What’s the best way to keep the scale from creeping back up after you stop using a GLP-1 medication? A study published today in the ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 — Sending people bundles of healthy food can help them lose pounds and reduce blood pressure, a new study says. People receiving plant-based grocery packages from ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 — Heart failure deaths are increasing steadily in the U.S., fueled by a rise in deaths among young and middle-aged adults, a new report says. Until ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 — You have to love yourself before you can love others, the old saying goes. That’s particularly true of boys and young men who are pathologically ( READ MORE )

Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, ( READ MORE )

Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte ( READ MORE )

Learn the latest U.S. cancer trends, including falling death rates and lung cancer progress. ( READ MORE )

CDC Data Show Encouraging Progress in Youth Health ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of hepatitis A (HAV) in Costa Rica. Most cases have been reported in San José province. ( READ MORE )

An increased number of cases of yellow fever have been reported in Colombia. ( READ MORE )

CDC Statement on Increases in Recent Animal Rabies Activity and Associated Human Exposures ( READ MORE )

Paper examines 9/11-related health outcomes and lessons learned since the disaster. ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Nicaragua. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. ( READ MORE )

CDC launches a central data channel to track overdose trends and strengthen prevention nationwide. ( READ MORE )

CDC recommends practicing enhanced precautions for travel to Uganda or to provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) not affected by the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak. ( READ MORE )

Cases of paratyphoid fever are being reported in returning travelers from Yemen. You can prevent paratyphoid fever by practicing safe eating and drinking habits. ( READ MORE )

There are outbreaks of diphtheria in several countries in Africa. Vaccination against diphtheria is essential to protect against the disease. Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia ( READ MORE )

CDC warns of a multistate Salmonella and E. coli outbreak linked to recalled alfalfa sprout product. ( READ MORE )

CDC data show kindergarten vaccination rates remain high, with a slight 0.1% decline in coverage. ( READ MORE )

Secretary Kennedy honors Officer David Rose’s courage, sacrifice, and service at the CDC. ( READ MORE )

Cases of Zika are being reported in returning travelers from Bali, Indonesia. All travelers to Bali should take steps to prevent mosquito bites and sexual transmission of Zika virus during ( READ MORE )

A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella linked to jalapeños ( READ MORE )

CDC recommends avoiding all travel to Ituri and Nord-Kivu (North-Kivu) provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak unless traveling ( READ MORE )

CDC recommends avoiding nonessential travel to Haut-Uélé and Tshopo provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak. ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of chikungunya in northwest Costa Rica. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. ( READ MORE )

Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce expanded to four new states. ( READ MORE )

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ brought 48 teams and millions of fans to 16 North American cities. ( READ MORE )

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ brought 48 teams and millions of fans to 16 North American cities. ( READ MORE )

CDC: Avoid Taco Bell shredded lettuce in 5 states after Cyclospora outbreak; 1,644 sick ( READ MORE )

CDC reports fewer hospital-acquired infections in 2023, highlighting improved patient safety. ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on CDC's Cyclosporiasis Response – 7/14/26 ( READ MORE )

CDC Statement on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda: July 10, 2026 ( READ MORE )

CDC alert: Recall of frozen blueberries linked to E. coli outbreak; do not eat recalled product. ( READ MORE )

CDC: Early West Nile season brings record cases; protect against mosquito bites this holiday weekend ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of diphtheria in Haiti. ( READ MORE )

Transcript for an Update on CDC’s Hantavirus Response – 6/24/26 ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda and CDC's World Cup 2026™ activation ( READ MORE )

Parents urged to immediately stop using all Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula. ( READ MORE )

CDC Activates Emergency Operations Center for New World Screwworm Response ( READ MORE )

Increased cases of malaria have been reported in Yemen, including in areas that were previously considered low-risk ( READ MORE )

Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 6/5/2026 ( READ MORE )

CDC warns of Listeria outbreak linked to requesón/soft ricotta cheese ( READ MORE )

Manitoba, Canada is currently experiencing a hepatitis A virus (HAV) outbreak. HAV is contagious and spreads through close person-to-person contact and by eating contaminated food or drink. ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of chikungunya in French Guiana. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. ( READ MORE )

CDC Highlights Adverse Outcomes Linked to Travel-Related Cosmetic Procedures ( READ MORE )

Increased cases of malaria have been reported in Mayotte. Malaria is spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. ( READ MORE )

New Alert: Growing number of Salmonella illnesses and outbreaks linked to moringa leaf products ( READ MORE )

Alert Update: Growing number of Salmonella illnesses and outbreaks linked to moringa leaf products ( READ MORE )

Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Expands to Atlanta ( READ MORE )

Statement: Update on Title 42 Order ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 5/22/2026 ( READ MORE )

Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Begins at Washington-Dulles International Airport ( READ MORE )

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