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Max Saket adds 400 beds, emerges as Delhi’s largest private hospital by capacity

The expansion takes Max Saket’s total bed capacity to approximately 1,200, making it the largest private hospital in Delhi by bed capacity, according to Max Healthcare, as the healthcare major ( READ MORE )

UK NHS boss: Britain should learn from India’s healthcare system

Dash’s praise for India’s ability to deliver high-quality care to vast numbers of patients at scale through technology comes as the NHS attempts to improve productivity and digitise to manage ( READ MORE )

I put my increased bowel movements down to my active lifestyle and healthy diet. Doctors told me it was IBS... then I developed excruciating backache

After almost two years of worsening stomach pain, Sam Launder was told he had irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Then aged 27, he thought it was something he simply had to ( READ MORE )

Scientists find genes linked to OCD, raising the prospect of new treatments

OCD is characterized by persistent intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors, while chronic tic disorders, including Tourette syndrome, involve sudden, repeated movements or vocalizations that are difficult to ‌control. ( READ MORE )

Chasing a perfect sleep score? You could be making it worse

The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse. ( READ MORE )

Top U.S. doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines - and highlight the science behind them ( READ MORE )

Parents refusing crucial treatment for newborns — as babies’ life-threatening bleeding risks increase

Pediatricians are caring for children as parents digest changes in US health policy to align with Kennedy's and President Trump's views, which are often at odds with the medical community. ( READ MORE )

Damien, 36, was a healthy dad... until his Candy Crush obsession was the first sign of a terrifying brain condition that's on the rise: These are the symptoms everyone should know

The father-of-four's devastating diagnosis means each of his children has a 50 percent chance of inheriting the incurable condition - and his wife fears other families may be unknowingly at ( READ MORE )

Prime Healthcare cuts obstetrics care at 3 Chicago-area hospitals

Prime Healthcare is set to cut obstetrics care at three of its Chicago-area hospitals, the healthcare system announced in a news release.OB services will no longer be available at Resurrection ( READ MORE )

Children's hospital faces 'biggest measles exposure we've ever seen' after visitors test positive for deadly virus and expose hundreds

A major children's hospital caring for some of the sickest and most vulnerable patients is facing measles exposure after visitors tested positive for the highly infectious virus. ( READ MORE )

Ryan Jones: Unbreakable

Rugby legend Ryan Jones talks candidly about his early-onset dementia diagnosis. ( READ MORE )

Dolly Parton’s Niece Explains Why The Family Kept Quiet On Her Aunt’s Health Issues

Jada Star told ExtraTV the family kept her aunt’s hospitalizations and health issues to themselves — which is partly why the news landed as a shock to many. ( READ MORE )

Kai Trump reveals emotional college transition, claims she 'hasn't eaten in like three days'

Kai Trump's vlog captures her emotional move to the University of Miami, from tearful goodbyes to strep throat derailing her first week on the golf team. ( READ MORE )

Moral Maze

Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories. ( READ MORE )

Jury in Lindsay Clancy trial tells judge for a second time that it can't agree on a verdict

Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial said for a second time they were unable to reach a verdict on whether she is criminally responsible for killing her three children, ( READ MORE )

Potential treatment for deadly tick-borne condition that makes you allergic to meat discovered

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health made the breakthrough after studying disease-fighting proteins made by the immune system. ( READ MORE )

The diet to follow after a cancer diagnosis... study reveals which foods increase survival

Harvard scientists have pinpointed the dietary changes that may lower the risk of death following a cancer diagnosis and exactly how many calories to replace with healthier fats. ( READ MORE )

Women who start common hormone therapy in their 50s may have 23% lower dementia risk

Hormone replacement therapy started between ages 46 and 56 was tied to lower Alzheimer's and dementia risk, a major new UK Biobank study suggests. ( READ MORE )

Congo's Ebola outbreak shows no signs of slowing as deaths top 3,000

Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed more than 3,000 people out of more than 6,100 confirmed cases, according to the latest government data from Wednesday, as the disease is spreading at ( READ MORE )

Blood pressure warning issued for five million Brits

Five million people in the UK are unaware they are living with a "silent killer." ( READ MORE )

Top U.S. doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines - and highlight the science behind them ( READ MORE )

Shopping too much for designer clothes? Blame your menstrual cycle

Forget craving chocolate — how about a new Gucci, Louis Vuitton, or Chanel piece for your collection? ( READ MORE )

I Thought I Was Burned Out — Until I Realized I Was Grieving My Old Life

I bought supplements, optimized my sleep and took vacations. Nothing stuck. Then I asked myself a different question. ( READ MORE )

Chicago just had its first West Nile death of the year. Here’s how to protect yourself

Chicago health officials just reported the first death of 2026 due to the mosquito-borne West Nile virus, signaling the threat the pests pose even as summer winds down.The city has ( READ MORE )

How to get rid of BED BUGS as experts warn the mites are marching across Europe and thousands of holidaymakers return from summer breaks covered in red, itchy welts

It was a few days after returning from her French trip in April with husband Sean, 62, who works in home renovations, that Rhona started to itch. ( READ MORE )

A&E patients ending in 'corridors and cupboards'

A consultant tells the Scotcast podcast that A&E patients ending in 'corridors and cupboards'. ( READ MORE )

Terrifying USA map reveals Parkinson's explosion. State-by-state investigation uncovers disturbing pattern... and leaves experts all pointing to same culprit: Doctors warn against common lifestyle habits

It can begin with something as easy to dismiss as a mild tremor in one hand. But, over time, Parkinson's gradually robs patients of their ability to move, speak and ( READ MORE )

At 29 I was drinking a box of wine a day despite my successful career. Then I tried the £3 'Ozempic for alcohol' pill - now I haven't felt a craving for almost a decade

It was during a family brunch that Luke Smith realised he had a drinking problem. It was just 11am and he was huddled in his parents' bathroom, downing two cans ( READ MORE )

Dyson launches $500 toothbrush with an AI-powered camera and WiFi

Americans can buy a six-pack of toothbrushes for $5 at stores like Walmart and Target — but Dyson is betting tech and wellness fans will drop a cool $500 on ( READ MORE )

Why do dads sneeze like that? They might not like the answer

To find out, The Post's wellness team went straight to the source: Our dads. ( READ MORE )

Whole Foods guacamole recall classified as FDA's highest risk level over deadly bacteria... 'reasonable probability of death'

A recall of guacamole and pico de gallo dips sold at Whole Foods has been classified as the FDA's highest warning level over potential deadly bacterial contamination. ( READ MORE )

This Massaging Brace Provides ‘Excellent Relief For Aching Knees’ — And It’s 28% Off

“Even with the first 30-minute session, the swelling in my knee was noticeably decreased and allowed a larger range of motion.” ( READ MORE )

Woman with history of anorexia was prescribed weight-loss jab — and told: ‘You’re eating too much’

"It was criminally easy" to get the meds from a telehealth service, she said. ( READ MORE )

I'm an orthopaedic surgeon: Here's how to keep chronic joint pain at bay, the tell-tale signs to watch out for - no matter what age you are - and what you MUST do if you want to stay active right up to old age

Too often people wait until they experience a severe loss of function before taking action. That's too late! And the idea that joint replacements are only for older people is a ( READ MORE )

Too many men still risking their health and well-being as famous actor urges action

Research reveals a widespread pattern of men delaying, downplaying or deprioritising concerns until a significant 'wake-up call' forces them to reassess. ( READ MORE )

Employer Health Costs Are Expected to Spike in 2027

A new U.S. survey anticipates an average increase of 11 percent unless benefits are cut, the highest rate in decades. Other findings also predict a sharp rise. ( READ MORE )

I blamed my increased bowel movements on my active lifestyle and healthy diet. Doctors told me it was IBS... then I developed excruciating backache

After almost two years of worsening stomach pain, Sam Launder was told he had irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Then aged 27, he thought it was something he simply had to ( READ MORE )

Using weight loss jabs from age 62 could extend life by a decade, new study suggests

Blockbuster jabs like Ozempic and Mounjaro may be able to slow age-related body damage that accelerates death in women, when started around the age of 62. ( READ MORE )

Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall ( READ MORE )

We're adding 2 stocks to our Bullpen watchlist because they meet these criteria

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading. ( READ MORE )

The Gentlemen's Ray Winstone makes major lifestyle change to 'stick around for kids'

Ray Winstone, who plays Bobby Glass in The Gentlemen, has talked about changes he has made to his life to help him live longer ( READ MORE )

Experts confirm the one thing you should always do if you wake up in the middle of the night

Many of us handle a 3 a.m. wake-up the same way. We lie still, close our eyes, and wait. When that fails, we reach for the phone. Sleep specialists say ( READ MORE )

Children as young as six going to A&E in mental health crisis

NHS emergency departments are seeing more cases of self-harm, eating disorders and emotional distress in young people. ( READ MORE )

Congo's Ebola outbreak shows no signs of slowing as deaths top 3,000

The latest government data shows Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed more than 3,000 people out of over 6,100 confirmed cases ( READ MORE )

The simple drawing test that could reveal whether you have Parkinson's

Parkinson's is diagnosed using a laborious process. But now, researchers say the disease could be detected with up to 99 percent accuracy using a simple drawing test. ( READ MORE )

Smartwatch warning: Devices over-estimate calorie burn by shocking amount - and Fitbit is the worst, study finds

Apple, Samsung and Garmin smartwatches overestimate the number of calories you burn by at least 110, US scientists have discovered. ( READ MORE )

I died during childbirth — doctors performed a postmortem C-section before bringing me back to life

A couple thought they were about to meet their third child. Instead, the mother found herself fighting for her own life. ( READ MORE )

Flu vaccine rollout begins as NHS regroups from 'busiest summer'

This year's jab has a few tweaks, including changes to better combat last year's Super-K strain. ( READ MORE )

Three psychedelic drugs affect the brain differently, brain scans in rats suggest

In recent years, psychedelic drugs have attracted growing interest as potential treatments for conditions including depression, anxiety and addiction. Although these drugs are often considered one group, researchers from the ( READ MORE )

How a little stress may help our cells protect themselves

The cells of our body are frequently exposed to hazards that can damage them, cause them to malfunction or kill them. Yet they have defense systems that can sometimes be ( READ MORE )

Certain fertility treatments associated with Kawasaki disease risk in children

A large-scale study in Japan led by researchers from the University of Osaka and the Osaka Women's and Children's Hospital found that certain fertility treatments are associated with an increased ( READ MORE )

What is post‑workout fatigue, and can you prevent it?

You finish a workout feeling pleased with yourself. But an hour later, your legs feel heavy, climbing the stairs seems impossible and all you want to do is sit down. ( READ MORE )

How high‑quality friendship supports teen well-being

Are friends important to teens' lives? Absolutely. ( READ MORE )

The higher costs of a healthier option: New study lifts the lid on why no/lo alcohol beer drinkers feel out of pocket

Research from the University of Sheffield's Addictions Research Group reveals how marketing practices mean people get fewer savings on so-called no/lo drinks compared with their regular-strength counterparts. ( READ MORE )

Study highlights fragmented dementia care across health and social care systems

A new University of Liverpool–led study has highlighted widespread fragmentation between health care and social services for people living with dementia and their unpaid caregivers across eight European countries. ( READ MORE )

Routine clinical data help AI predict rapid Parkinson's decline three to five years in advance

For patients diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, one of the greatest uncertainties is what comes next. Some people experience relatively mild symptoms for years. Others face a much steeper course marked ( READ MORE )

T cell protein could unlock new treatment for the most-feared joint replacement complication

Bone and joint infections cause significant health problems for patients and lead to millions of dollars in added health costs per year, but clinicians lack reliable tools to predict which ( READ MORE )

Cerebral palsy might be a collection of symptoms, not its own disease

Historically, cerebral palsy (CP) was linked largely to events at birth, including prematurity or temporary loss of oxygen to the brain, but research over the past decade has suggested that ( READ MORE )

The blueprint for taste: Scientists map the neural circuitry behind feeding decisions in fruit flies

Everything you eat passes one checkpoint before it enters your body: taste. In a fraction of a second, it decides what gets swallowed and what gets rejected, a judgment call ( READ MORE )

How meal timing programs the liver's daily rhythms

Deep inside the brain, a master clock synchronizes thousands of molecular clocks scattered throughout the body, and together, they anticipate signals such as the rising sun, the coming night and ( READ MORE )

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency may raise preterm birth risk, genetic analysis suggests

Researchers at the University of Oulu have identified alpha-1 antitrypsin as a potential target for preventing spontaneous preterm birth. In a large genetic study of more than 200,000 mothers, a ( READ MORE )

Stopping chronic pain before it starts: Surprising biological pathway may play key role

Chronic pain is one of medicine's most stubborn puzzles. A sprained back, a surgical incision or a pinched nerve heals—and yet, for millions of people, the pain never fully goes ( READ MORE )

A decade without congenital syphilis: a Danish success story

Across Europe, cases of congenital syphilis nearly doubled in just one year, from 78 in 2023 to 140 in 2024, in 14 countries reporting data. In contrast, Denmark has marked ( READ MORE )

How severe illness during pregnancy sometimes alters neurodevelopment

Neurodevelopmental conditions, which include autism spectrum disorder, ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and more, affect around 10% of the American population. Despite their prevalence, it has remained difficult to pin down where, ( READ MORE )

Five subtypes of common liver disease discovered—including rapidly progressing genetic forms

A liver disease affecting nearly 30% of adults worldwide is not a single illness but five biologically distinct subtypes, Mayo Clinic researchers have found. Each carries different risks for heart ( READ MORE )

Study reveals 12-year rise in age of tuberculosis diagnosis in Zimbabwe

More people die from tuberculosis than from any other infectious disease globally, with an estimated 1.2 million deaths attributed to it in 2025. In Africa, people diagnosed with tuberculosis accounted ( READ MORE )

Cannabis edibles can impair driving, even with blood THC below legal limits

The feeling of being "high" on cannabis primarily comes from its psychoactive compound, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Alongside it is its more subdued companion, cannabidiol (CBD), often used for its potential ( READ MORE )

Assistance needed in Aisle 1: What Missouri WIC families face

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children—better known as WIC—reaches an extraordinary share of American families. An estimated 41% of all U.S. infants participated in the federal ( READ MORE )

Q&A: With peptide supplements, marketing outpaces the medicine

Peptides are short chunks of protein with specialized functions in the body. Insulin and GLP-1, both of which have U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval, are two of the most ( READ MORE )

Diabetes drug metformin could be repurposed to help slow aging mechanisms

Metformin, a widely prescribed, safe and inexpensive drug for type 2 diabetes, is a first-line treatment that lowers blood sugar and improves the body's response to insulin. The drug appears ( READ MORE )

How ‘Somatics’ Became the Solution to Modern Life

The word isn’t new—but lately, it’s everywhere. ( READ MORE )

Experts say restricting junk food ads on public transport would pay off

Ever craved fast food after seeing an enticing ad on a bus or at a train station? Such powerful advertisements increase consumption of unhealthy foods and drinks, contributing to obesity, ( READ MORE )

Are petting zoos safe?

A 3-year-old girl has died from a rare illness after visiting a petting zoo in Victoria. She developed brain damage and kidney failure after spending weeks in intensive care. ( READ MORE )

New disease gene discovery provides answers to families

Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka researchers have helped identify the cause of a previously unrecognized neurodevelopmental disorder. Dr. Meghan Mulligan, of the Department of Biochemistry, says the finding has given people around ( READ MORE )

More frequent cannabis use linked to poorer mental health

More frequent cannabis use is associated with fewer days of good mental health among adults, particularly men, according to a study co-authored by a University of Miami Business School professor. ( READ MORE )

Study uncovers why some immunotherapy-treated tumors may grow faster

A new Northwestern Medicine study has uncovered a biological mechanism that may explain why a subset of tumors unexpectedly grows at an accelerated rate after being treated with certain immunotherapies, ( READ MORE )

Immune drug anifrolumab linked to lower risk of infection and hospitalization for skin lupus

Preliminary results from an investigator-initiated, single-site clinical study show that some people with chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus—a type of lupus that can cause permanent skin damage and hair loss—are less ( READ MORE )

Key path to Alzheimer's-like brain damage starts outside the brain

Immune cells that normally protect the body from damage by attacking foreign or infected cells are found in the brains of patients with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders at much ( READ MORE )

Neural networks reveal how experience shapes learning in both brains and machines

A new study has used a type of machine learning called a neural network to reveal how different kinds of training can change how learning happens—both in machines and in ( READ MORE )

ADA Says Booted Meeting Attendees Violated Code of Conduct

(MedPage Today) -- The American Diabetes Association (ADA) said it concluded its review of events that occurred during its annual meeting in June, but those who were thrown out of ( READ MORE )

UnitedHealthcare's 1,700 Prior Auth Cuts Draw Muted Applause

(MedPage Today) -- UnitedHealthcare's (UHC) announcement Tuesday that it's removing 1,700 more procedures from its prior authorization list was met with general approval, although some experts questioned how much of ( READ MORE )

Risk of Paradoxical Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Psoriasis Varies by Biologic Agent

(MedPage Today) -- The likelihood of treatment-induced hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) varied by more than twofold across different types of biologic therapies for psoriasis, an analysis of a large clinical database ( READ MORE )

Autism-Vaccine Researcher Says He Stole $1M in CDC Grant Funds

(MedPage Today) -- Poul Thorsen, MD, PhD, a Danish researcher who co-authored key papers demonstrating no links between childhood vaccines and autism, pleaded guilty today to operating a wire fraud ( READ MORE )

Psychotherapy Dropouts; Blankets for Anxiety; Mom's Depression and Infant Death

(MedPage Today) -- A large study of patients with depression found that 28.4% dropped out of psychotherapy, with most leaving after just a single session. (JAMA Network Open) A Dutch ( READ MORE )

Fatty Food, Prostate Cancer, and Death -- A New Study Weighs In

(MedPage Today) -- Regularly eating certain dietary fats, including animal fats, was associated with greater all-cause mortality in men with nonmetastatic prostate cancer, a cohort study suggested. Among nearly 4,900 ( READ MORE )

Study: Chronic Pain May Really Be 'All in Your Head'

(MedPage Today) -- "Increasingly recognized as a source of immune cells in health and disease," the skull bone marrow also may promote and/or maintain chronic pain from elsewhere in the ( READ MORE )

Doctors Groups Offer Updated Flu, COVID Vaccine Recs to Ease Confusion

(MedPage Today) -- Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines -- and highlight the ( READ MORE )

Ketamine Showed Antidepressive Effects in Refractory Bipolar Depression

(MedPage Today) -- Adjunctive ketamine showed significant antidepressive effects in patients with treatment-resistant bipolar depression in a small randomized trial. Among 63 adult outpatients with treatment-resistant bipolar I or II ( READ MORE )

Harvard's Cadaver Scandal Broke a Covenant Medicine Depends On

(MedPage Today) -- There is an old and intimate covenant at the heart of medical education. A person decides that, after death, their body will still have something left to ( READ MORE )

Family in PA Measles Death Speaks; Political Appointees Flood HHS; Email Defense

(MedPage Today) -- The Amish parents of the newborn who likely died of measles-related causes had no clue their son's death was national news, let alone a political flashpoint. Measles ( READ MORE )

Denervation Shows Potential in Heart Failure-Related Pulmonary Hypertension

(MedPage Today) -- Adding pulmonary-artery denervation to guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) reduced clinical worsening in patients with pulmonary hypertension associated with left heart disease and heart failure, results of a ( READ MORE )

Sad Trial Names: Social Media Thinks Cardiology Is Going Through It

(MedPage Today) -- Cardiology is going through it -- so say commenters on social media, at least. During last week's European Society of Cardiology (ESC) meeting in Munich, a trial ( READ MORE )

The Truth About American Food Safety

Have sprawling outbreaks become the norm? ( READ MORE )

“Broken heart syndrome” can look just like a heart attack. This test can tell them apart

“Broken heart syndrome” can mimic a heart attack so closely that patients often need invasive testing to tell the difference. Researchers have now developed the BioTAK score, which combines biological ( READ MORE )

Money problems may age your brain faster

Persistent financial hardship in early and middle adulthood was linked to poorer thinking skills by the 50s and more signs of brain aging later in life. Researchers say years of ( READ MORE )

Ebola Outbreak Deaths Top 3,000

(MedPage Today) -- Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed more than 3,000 people out of over 6,100 confirmed cases, the latest government data showed Wednesday, as the disease is spreading at ( READ MORE )

Alzheimer’s may leave a mark on the brain long before plaques appear

Brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s may begin at least seven years before amyloid plaques become detectable with current PET scans. Researchers uncovered the signal by tracking healthy older adults with ( READ MORE )

Pesticide Found in Supplement; Brain-Eating Amoeba Kills Teen; B12 and Birth Defects

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. The FDA said a supplement promoted and sold for weight loss (Lipofit Extreme Fat Burner 2.0) was recalled ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 -- Time-restricted eating (TRE) may help adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and overweight control their blood sugar, according to a study published online Aug. 17 ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 -- Residential context has a stronger association with survival for Black than White women with epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC), according to a study published online Aug. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 -- For community-dwelling older adults without clinical cardiovascular disease, atorvastatin is associated with a lower risk for major cardiovascular events, but does not improve disability-free survival, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 -- Updated recommendations are presented for the use of radiation therapy (RT) in pancreatic cancer in a clinical practice guideline issued by the American Society for ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 -- For women with autoimmune disease who had received autologous CD19-chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy, pregnancies seem to be uncomplicated without disease reactivation, according to ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 -- Updated recommendations are presented to help clinicians decide which medications may be effective for preventing migraine in adults in two reports issued by the American ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 -- Silent atherosclerosis is detectable in early adulthood and increases with age, according to a study published online Aug. 29 in the New England Journal of ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 — A judge has blocked sweeping changes to federal teen pregnancy prevention grants, ruling that health officials backed the new requirements with scientific studies that appear ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 — Sara Kutzle worked as a makeup artist in San Francisco before suffering a stroke at age 39. Her stroke cost her a week in intensive ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 — Heart disease often starts decades before symptoms appear, and a major new study shows just how early. "Currently, a person's risk of developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 — It’s natural to be anxious when you’re stuck in a hospital bed suffering from a serious illness. But that anxiety might be eased with one ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 — About 1 in every 5 eligible adults in Medicaid expansion states might lose their benefits due to new work requirements that take effect in 2027, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — Back braces have been used for decades to treat low back pain, but a new review has concluded that they don’t appear to help much. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2, 2026 — In the thick of his competitive reelection race in Michigan, Republican Rep. Tom Barrett joined Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- Buprenorphine access and treatment differ between urban and rural areas, according to research published in the Aug. 27 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- Considerable differences are seen in the incidence of cancers among Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) people, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

Basel, September 1, 2026 – Novartis today announced positive topline results from its Phase III REMODEL-1/-2 trials of remibrutinib in relapsing multiple sclerosis.1 Remibrutinib, a highly selective and potent oral ( READ MORE )

BEDMINSTER, N.J., Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Juniper Biosciences today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation to JBS-003 (18F-fluoromisonidazole, or FMISO), ( READ MORE )

September 1, 2026 -- National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers have discovered rare antibodies that could inform the development of an intervention for alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), an emerging tick-bite-associated condition ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lisraya (brepocitinib) tablets as the first oral treatment of dermatomyositis in adults. The approval was based on ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- Lower predicted prevalences of birth defects are seen in association with periconception parental vitamin B12 and postconception maternal red blood cell (RBC) folate, according to ( READ MORE )

Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer FDA Drug Safety Communication – September 1, 2026 What Is FDA Doing? The Food and Drug Administration has approved revisions to the labeling for ferric ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- The artificial sweetener xylitol is independently associated with the incident risk for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in the general population, according to a study ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- An estrogen hormone treatment combining estriol and progesterone may relieve symptoms of "brain fog" in menopausal women, according to a study published online Sept. 1 ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- From 2005 to 2023, there was an increase in the proportion of U.S. women never screened for cervical cancer, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — Federal health officials have launched a web page that gathers the nation's drug overdose numbers, prevention tips and treatment resources into a single place. The ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the Libre Duo 10-Day Continuous Dual Glucose Ketone Monitoring System for people aged 2 years and older ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- Swimming in freshwater sites, such as rivers and lakes, is tied to a higher risk for stomach bugs and skin conditions, according to a study ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 -- Virtual reality-based digital defocus vision training (DDVT) may be a promising adjunctive approach for pediatric myopia control, according to a study published online Aug. 27 ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — “Low T” is a trendy health topic, with aging men sold testosterone as a veritable Fountain of Youth. But too much testosterone can also pose ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — Hormone therapy might help women experiencing “brain fog” during menopause, a new small-scale study says. Menopausal women struggling with memory lapses, trouble concentrating and slower ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — The recent death of country music icon Dolly Parton after she was diagnosed with cancer has brought renewed attention to the importance of prompt detection ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — The number of people living with type 1 diabetes worldwide is projected to jump nearly 30% over the next two decades from 9.4 million today ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — The upcoming back-to-school season will very likely put a serious dent in the sleep of many American families. Healthy sleep takes a back seat to ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — There’s been a shocking increase in the number of kids who’ve accidentally eaten recreational drugs left around by adults, a new study says. The rate ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 1, 2026 — On an August morning two years ago, Meredith Melville was crossing Piedmont Avenue in Oakland, California, to meet a friend at a cafe. While in ( READ MORE )

BURLINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 31, 2026 PharmaEssentia USA Corporation, a subsidiary of PharmaEssentia Corporation (TWSE: 6446) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved BESREMi® (ropeginterferon ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 -- Unintentional ingestion of recreational drugs increased substantially in U.S. children younger than 6 years of age from 2000 to 2024, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 -- Lower adherence to blood pressure-lowering medication is associated with no benefit for preventing cardiovascular events, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 -- For patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD), the rates of heart failure-related hospitalization increased from 2011 to 2021, according to a study published in ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 -- Higher social media use is associated with self-reported depression in adults, according to a study published online Aug. 22 in npj Mental Health Research. Martin ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 -- Adenotonsillectomy (ATE) is associated with increased odds of hospital visits due to upper and lower respiratory tract infections (RTIs) in children, according to a study ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 -- Combining deceased kidney donor urinary biomarkers with the Kidney Donor Profile Index (KDPI) improves prediction of concordant allograft outcomes, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 -- There is a negative link between estimated glucose disposal rate (eGDR) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men, according to a study published online Aug. ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 — The recalled iceberg lettuce blamed for the majority of a nationwide parasite outbreak should no longer be sitting in stores or restaurants, federal health officials ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 — After a hip or knee replacement, getting back on your feet may depend in part on how quickly rehab begins. Every year, hundreds of thousands ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 — Some men see dieting as a pursuit for women, and something they simply don’t have the willpower to do, a new study says. A panel ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 — Warnings about the link between alcohol and cancer are more powerful if the messages are shaped in certain ways, a new study says. Naming specific ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 — People living near dry cleaners might have a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease, a new study says. People living within approximately 500 feet of a ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 — Adults who spend hours scrolling social media every day are more likely to develop depression, a new study says. Around 2.5 hours or more of ( READ MORE )

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

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 )

Nicaragua is reporting increased cases of chikungunya. Most cases have been reported in Managua. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. ( 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 )

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 )

Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 5/20/2026 ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Updates on CDC's Response to Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda and Hantavirus Linked to M/V Hondius, 5/19/2026 ( READ MORE )

CDC Provides Update on Hantavirus Outbreak Linked to M/V Hondius Cruise Ship ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 5/18/2026 ( READ MORE )

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has mobilized Ebola response. ( READ MORE )

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