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SC reserves verdict on FSSAI’s front-of-pack food labelling rules, seeks final submissions

The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment concerning the proposed front-of-pack labelling framework for packaged foods. This framework aims to highlight warnings on products high in sugar, fat, and salt. ( READ MORE )

Govt, private hospitals likely to be graded on quality & safety

The idea, conceived some years ago, has gained momentum under the new team at the Niti Aayog as the government feels that transparent and audited gradings, benchmarked to international parameters, ( READ MORE )

India poised to globally lead next generation of medical practices: Jitendra Singh

Describing the present phase as an exciting time for medicine, the minister of state in the prime ministers office said the emergence of new technologies is opening up new possibilities ( READ MORE )

India seeks fair access to vaccines, drugs made from shared pathogens

The demand was made at the UN High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response in New York, where India stressed that the credibility of the WHO Pandemic Agreement would ( READ MORE )

Startup Red Queen Bio is using AI to design antibody drugs for novel pathogens—before future AI systems create them

Red Queen Bio is using artificial intelligence to design antibody drugs for novel pathogens—before future AI systems create them. ( READ MORE )

DR MAX: I've seen the terrible toll of ketamine on teenagers over the years, especially girls. But what really worries me is how young today's addicts are - some barely out of primary school. Here are the signs YOU need to know

It was on one of my first shifts covering child and adolescent mental health in A&E as a junior doctor, more than 15 years ago, when I was asked to ( READ MORE )

'I take my pillow everywhere': An expert's guide to finding your perfect match

Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow. ( READ MORE )

Pope blasts assisted dying as ‘false compassion’

He was speaking at a French shrine known for miraculous cures. ( READ MORE )

Bill Gates: AI powerful enough to cause 'a billion deaths' without regulation

Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates warned artificial intelligence must be regulated by the government and is evolving rapidly and dangerously enough to wipe out much of humanity. ( READ MORE )

Pope Leo visits site of miracle cures, meets people whose unexplained healings stunned doctors

Pope Leo XIV prayed at the Massabielle Grotto and planned to meet with miracle cure recipients, sexual abuse victims and the sick during his Lourdes visit. ( READ MORE )

How to fall correctly — and why it’s so important to learn if you’re over 65

Knowing how to fall can potentially soften the blow when it comes to injuries, as well as preventing falls with a few tips. ( READ MORE )

Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Grows to Nearly 900 Cases

State health officials said 55 new cases had been reported since Wednesday. In all, 890 measles cases have been reported across 39 counties so far this year. ( READ MORE )

Forgetting names and losing keys may signal something other than dementia

Dr. Tommy Wood breaks down memory's three neurological stages and why noticing your own forgetfulness is actually a good sign, not an Alzheimer's flag. ( READ MORE )

Early life exposure to a beloved food ingredient is linked to anxiety in adulthood: study

Diet and mental health are linked, with research showing that what we eat is linked to the development of issues like anxiety. ( READ MORE )

U.S. Rejects U.N. Declaration on Preparing for Future Pandemics

Most member nations spoke in support of the declaration, but some rich countries had strong objections. ( READ MORE )

81-year-old refuses to stop working as wife battles cancer, then strangers try to help

Don Johnson, 81, of Texas delivered lost luggage to cover his wife's cancer costs until a viral fundraiser begun by his daughter raised $700,000. Now, the GoFundMe campaign has been ( READ MORE )

Experts issue warning over serious condition as cases expected to soar

With doctors predicting a sharp rise over the next decade, here's how to protect yourself ( READ MORE )

Pope Francis says medically-assisted dying is ‘false compassion’

The issue roiled French politics for years before resulting recently in legislation allowing adults with incurable illnesses to receive lethal medication. ( READ MORE )

The ‘reporter trick’ that can help autistic kids cope with sensory overload

Everyday sensations can be overwhelming and cause distress for autistic children, but a coping mechanism often used in the gold standard of therapy may offer relief. ( READ MORE )

Truth about how much alcohol you can REALLY consume safely... and just how much two drinks a day shortens your life by

Perhaps it's a bottle - or two - of Sauvignon Blanc with dinner most evenings. Or a well-deserved glass of wine in the late afternoon, followed by a gin and ( READ MORE )

Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation. ( READ MORE )

NHS confirms new rule for all A&E waiting rooms in England

The rule will be extended to all hospital A&E departments across England. ( READ MORE )

My Patient Did Everything The Protein Headlines Told Her To Do. She Missed The Question That Actually Mattered.

“At Diane’s next visit, I didn’t tell her to eat less. I told her to eat differently." ( READ MORE )

One simple lifestyle choice could help you live longer, says longevity expert

Dan Buettner says dog ownership may be the best longevity strategy, citing research linking it to fewer heart attacks and reduced loneliness. ( READ MORE )

The minute-by-minute breakdown of EXACTLY what vaping does to your body that will have e-cigarette smokers reaching for the nicotine patches

If you're trying to quit smoking, vapes containing nicotine are more effective than nicotine gum, pills or patches. But while experts say vaping is far safer than smoking, that doesn't ( READ MORE )

Tiny bursts of pink noise may 'clean out' toxic waste from the brain

Researchers found that tiny bursts of pink noise during sleep could strengthen slow brain waves and trigger larger waves of cerebrospinal fluid. ( READ MORE )

I'm a urologist who's treated thousands of men with erectile dysfunction. They all make the same mistake. Here's why you DON'T need Viagra... the THREE common lifestyle habits to avoid... and test you must ask your doctor for

When a patient asks me what he can do to improve his erectile function, this is the plan I take him through - the changes worth making... and the popular ( READ MORE )

Supreme Court vote shadows Maine Sen. Susan Collins in her first bid after abortion rights decision

For years, Planned Parenthood's endorsement of Susan Collins was enough to persuade Erin Evans to vote for Maine's longtime U.S. senator, believing that the moderate Republican would protect abortion access. ( READ MORE )

Inside Britain's organ donation crisis: As NHS issues an urgent shortage warning, whistleblowers reveal why hundreds are dying as they wait for life-saving transplants

In 2019 Prime Minister Theresa May announced a radical law change that meant everyone in the country would - overnight - become an organ donor, unless they chose to opt ( READ MORE )

'I'm a GP and this is the 1 food you should be eating every week from October'

EXCLUSIVE: As we approach cold and flu season, a doctor has revealed the one type of food that we should all be including in our diets every week. ( READ MORE )

5 Commonly Missed Signs Of Bowel Cancer

What if your symptoms are more than just stress or IBS? ( READ MORE )

Irritable Male Syndrome (IMS) Is An Actual Condition — And It Could Explain A Lot

While not a clinical diagnosis, experts say it’s an accurate description of a cluster of symptoms that often appears in aging men. ( READ MORE )

Fortis denies role in Daiichi-Singh Brothers dispute as SC allows forensic audit

In a regulatory filing in response to the Supreme Court’s order, Fortis said “it is a complete stranger to the underlying dispute between Daiichi Sankyo and the Singh Brothers, and ( READ MORE )

Supermarkets in UK hit with new shelf rule from October 1

The changes will affect foods high in fat, sugar and salt. ( READ MORE )

If You Deal With Pain From Sciatica, An Expert Says These Products May Help

The good news is sciatica is usually completely treatable. ( READ MORE )

Across California's IVF insurance divide, many are priced out of parenthood

Landmark legislation requiring large employers to cover infertility treatments went into effect at the beginning of the year. It's changed lives and boosted clinic caseloads – and left the uninsured ( READ MORE )

'Broken social care will in the end break the NHS,' says Burnham

Andy Burnham said the proposed care service would be laid out in detail and put on the ballot at the next general election. ( READ MORE )

I’m a nutritionist - these are 9 meal deal items I’d never buy

EXCLUSIVE: Meal deals have become a popular lunchtime choice for people across Britain, but they can be notoriously unhealthy, depending on what combo you get. ( READ MORE )

Inside the rise of appendix cancer in under-50s as statistics show a dramatic increase in the number of young and middle-aged people being diagnosed

Few of us give much thought to our appendix unless it starts to 'grumble'. This can potentially become appendicitis, which may require an operation to remove the organ. ( READ MORE )

‘Mike & Molly’ star Billy Gardell reveals weight loss surgery ‘probably saved’ his life

He explained that he had developed Type 2 diabetes and "some cholesterol stuff, some heart stuff." ( READ MORE )

Millions urged to eat 1 type of food every day for healthier heart

A new study found that eating four to six servings per day of this one type of food could lead to major health benefits. ( READ MORE )

Sales of £460 shingles jab rise over claims it can help prevent dementia

Over-50s are lining up at Boots for the Shingrix vaccine after studies said it can reduce the risk of dementia by up to 20 per cent. ( READ MORE )

I met the scientist racing to cure my deadly heart condition

EXCLUSIVE: Jack Taylor suffered a sudden cardiac arrest aged 17. ( READ MORE )

Regular dreams can help keep you healthy, study finds

A Chinese-led study of more than 95,000 UK adults found that those who got more rapid eye movement (REM) sleep - the stage linked to dreaming - had lower risks ( READ MORE )

Up to one in three people with type 2 diabetes develop serious heart or kidney disease or die within five years of diagnosis, study of 1.6 million patients suggests

Up to a third of people with type 2 diabetes will develop heart failure, kidney disease or die within five years of diagnosis, a major study has found. ( READ MORE )

Pioneering virtual reality tool set to raise dementia awareness by putting users in the perspective of a person living with the condition

The training tool, developed with funding from Alzheimer's Society, puts users in the perspective of a person living with the condition as they navigate a supermarket. ( READ MORE )

Veteran doctor reveals how faith can help patients

Dr. Marc Siegel explores the intersection of spirituality, clinical treatment and unexplained medical recoveries in his new book, "The Angels Among Us." ( READ MORE )

The surprising way girls and boys behave differently just hours after birth

It's an age-old question: How much of the differences between the way men and women behave are a result of nature, and how much is nurture? ( READ MORE )

Early interventions for depression tied to better cancer survival

Depression may be an overlooked factor in cancer outcomes, according to a large SEER-Medicare analysis of more than 265,000 adults with six common cancers. Researchers found that patients with major ( READ MORE )

Mental health problems are more likely to persist among adults now than a decade ago, study finds

The rising number of people with mental health disorders is sounding public health alarm bells worldwide. Anxiety, depression and substance use disorders have become some of the leading causes of ( READ MORE )

Patented polymer shows promising results for the oral drug delivery industry

The most common way to take medicine is orally, which requires the drug to dissolve and absorb into the systemic circulation. Oral drugs are often formulated with a range of ( READ MORE )

Ready, set, exhale: Breathing out linked to faster responses

Imagine swimmers on starting blocks, poised to dive at the sound of the starting horn, or a driver traveling at 60 mph (97 kilometers per hour) who suddenly needs to ( READ MORE )

Three drugs eliminate microscopic brain metastases before detectable tumors form in mice

Metastasis, the process by which a tumor spreads throughout the body, is associated with the majority of cancer deaths. The Brain Metastasis Group at the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre ( READ MORE )

Short-course radiation therapy better preserves physical function before pancreatic cancer surgery

Patients preparing for pancreatic cancer surgery maintained better physical function and experienced less fatigue with five treatments of stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) than with 28 treatments of conventional radiation ( READ MORE )

Fractionated radiosurgery reduces cancer recurrence after surgery for large brain metastases, trial finds

Delivering focused radiation therapy over three to five sessions after surgery for a large brain metastasis reduced the risk of cancer returning at the surgical site compared with delivering the ( READ MORE )

Radiosurgery linked to longer survival for small cell lung cancer with brain metastases

Patients with small cell lung cancer (SCLC) that had spread to the brain lived a median of 17 months after focused stereotactic radiosurgery, compared with nine months after an advanced ( READ MORE )

Five-treatment radiation therapy offers an effective nonsurgical alternative for localized prostate cancer

Five-treatment stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) provided excellent long-term cancer control with fewer urinary and sexual side effects than surgery in the first randomized trial to directly compare the treatments ( READ MORE )

Blocking immune cells' path into the brain limits neurodegeneration

There is no treatment available today to stop the death of brain cells in neurodegenerative diseases known as tauopathies, including Alzheimer's disease, in which twisted clumps of a protein called ( READ MORE )

Frequent cannabis use tied to more severe epilepsy

Adults with hard-to-treat epilepsy who used cannabis most days had more than twice as many convulsive seizures per year and became resistant to antiseizure medications more quickly than nonusers, according ( READ MORE )

AI and fruit fly tests link BRSK1 gene to rare neurodevelopmental disorder

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, the Duncan Neurological Research Institute (Duncan NRI) at Texas Children's Hospital, the Texome Project and collaborating institutions have identified variants in the BRSK1 gene ( READ MORE )

Fractionated radiosurgery reduces cancer recurrence after surgery for large brain metastases

Delivering focused radiation therapy over three to five sessions after surgery for a large brain metastasis reduced the risk of cancer returning at the surgical site compared with delivering the ( READ MORE )

Incisionless radiosurgery shows promise for severe, treatment-resistant depression

A highly focused, incisionless form of radiation therapy significantly reduced symptoms of major depression and thoughts of suicide among patients with severe, treatment-resistant psychiatric illness in a prospective observational study. ( READ MORE )

New AI tool can predict where glioblastoma is most likely to return after initial surgery

A new AI-based model can predict where glioblastoma is most likely to return after initial surgery, potentially giving doctors a chance to treat it before it becomes visible on MRI. ( READ MORE )

New method automatically maps myelin patterns in the brain, revealing signs of injury

Myelin, the insulating sheath around nerve fibers, is essential for fast, healthy signaling in the brain. Its patterns vary widely across brain regions. Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland ( READ MORE )

165,000+ pounds of pork, beef and goat recalled over USDA inspection mark

A North Carolina company is recalling 167,639 pounds (76,000 kilograms) of raw goat, beef and pork that never went through required federal inspection, U.S. Department of Agriculture officials announced. ( READ MORE )

Brain stimulation could reshape how you learn new skills

Whether learning a new piano piece or adapting your tennis serve, acquiring physical skills depends on your brain's ability to strengthen and refine neural connections. Researchers are exploring whether technology ( READ MORE )

Pre-exercise caffeine enhances repeated sprint performance for at least 3.5 hours

Caffeine is one of the most widely used performance-enhancing supplements in sports. Despite its established benefits, how long they persist and how physiological responses change over that period remain unclear. ( READ MORE )

People fitted with synthetic owl ears learn to localize sound (a little) better

People are very good at pinpointing the source of a sound, but not as good as barn owls. With their ears, barn owls can pinpoint the source of a sound ( READ MORE )

More than meets the ear: What music practice means for a developing brain

Sitting through an 8-year-old's shaky rendition of Christian Petzold's "Minuet in G" may be music to a proud parent's ear. To everyone else at the recital, it might not sound ( READ MORE )

After prostate surgery, shortened radiation schedule provides similar cancer control to standard radiation

Men with high-risk prostate cancer have a higher likelihood of residual disease after prostatectomy and may require radiation therapy after surgery, particularly when PSA levels begin to rise. Conventional postprostatectomy ( READ MORE )

Congo's Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases as disease remains out of control

The number of confirmed cases of Ebola virus in Congo has surged past 8,000, as the country runs out of health workers to contain the deadly disease. ( READ MORE )

EU recommends regular heart checks from 35 onward

The European Union recommended Monday that people under 35 be screened at least once for heart disease and advised regular checks for those 35 and older. ( READ MORE )

How missing pieces of the Y chromosome drive cancer in men

A new study found that cancer cells selectively chip away gene-rich sections of the Y chromosome, triggering changes that regulate tumor growth. Co-led by University of Arizona Cancer Center physician-scientist ( READ MORE )

Genetic profiling could help tailor hormone therapy for prostate cancer after surgery

A recent analysis of the NRG-RTOG 0534 "SPPORT" clinical trial evaluated the Luminal B (LumB) molecular subtype using the PAM50 genomic classifier to determine whether tumor biology could help identify ( READ MORE )

Turning to AI for health answers may signal anxiety, depression among young adults

Young adults who use generative artificial intelligence to ask health-related questions are more likely to screen positive for clinically significant anxiety and depression than those who do not use AI ( READ MORE )

Study uncovers no evidence of autism epidemic despite claims

Many people, including U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., say autism rates have reached epidemic proportions. But while the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has ( READ MORE )

Are autistic people more vulnerable to extremist content?

Recent media reports have suggested neo-Nazis in Australia may be actively trying to recruit autistic young men. Some research—including in Autism in Adulthood—suggests some autistic people may be more likely ( READ MORE )

How smoking makes people poorer—and what can be done about it

Australia has some of the world's highest cigarette prices. Smoking half a pack a day costs about A$7,000 to A$12,000 per year at prices of around $38–$66 a pack in ( READ MORE )

'We Cannot Distinguish Fake From Real': What We Heard This Week

(MedPage Today) -- "We are at a point now that we cannot distinguish fake from real." -- Elisabeth Bik, PhD, a scientific integrity consultant, discussing artificial intelligence-generated research papers. "They ( READ MORE )

It's Time for Reimbursement Parity in Anesthesia

(MedPage Today) -- Should insurers be allowed to pay less for the same service simply because of who provides it? Should patients in rural America lose access to care because ( READ MORE )

Glucosamine, a popular joint supplement, linked to faster Alzheimer’s progression

A large health-record analysis found that glucosamine use was associated with a 25% higher likelihood of mild cognitive impairment progressing to dementia. Lab experiments suggest the popular joint supplement may ( READ MORE )

Atrial fibrillation patients saw 69% lower risk with common blood thinners

Direct oral anticoagulants cut the risk of serious clinical events by 69% in atrial fibrillation patients with an intermediate risk of stroke, according to the randomized SINGLE-AF trial. The benefit ( READ MORE )

One CRISPR treatment cut “bad” cholesterol in half for a full year

A single dose of an experimental CRISPR therapy cut LDL cholesterol and triglycerides by about half in patients with difficult-to-treat lipid disorders. The reductions were still present one year later, ( READ MORE )

Why rheumatoid arthritis pain may persist even when inflammation is under control

Pain and fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis can persist even after inflammation improves, with depression, poor sleep, obesity, smoking, and chronic pain potentially helping sustain symptoms. Researchers say identifying these hidden ( READ MORE )

Scientists say house cats could help unlock better cancer treatments for humans

Scientists have mapped the genetics of cat cancer on an unprecedented scale and found surprising similarities with tumors in humans. The findings could help bring precision cancer treatments to cats ( READ MORE )

Exercise and Cancer Survival; COVID Vaccine and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors

(MedPage Today) -- TTHealthWatch is a weekly podcast from Texas Tech. In it, Elizabeth Tracey, director of electronic media for Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore, and Rick Lange, MD, president ( READ MORE )

We've Seen Defensive Medicine, but It Was Never Taught

(MedPage Today) -- A 12-year-old boy arrives in the pediatric emergency department wincing with right lower quadrant pain. The team quickly gets his vitals, draws blood, and gets a bedside ( READ MORE )

A major risk of breast cancer screening may have been overestimated for decades

A new analysis suggests mammograms may lead to far less breast cancer overdiagnosis than some earlier studies indicated. Researchers reexamined all eight major randomized screening trials and accounted for differences ( READ MORE )

That fresh cleaning smell could be filling your home with nanoparticles

Researchers found that scented cleaners can react with ozone indoors to create billions or trillions of invisible nanoparticles that can penetrate deep into the lungs. The pollution forms within minutes ( READ MORE )

Democrats Press RFK Jr. on an Ethics Agreement Change Involving Law Firm Fees

(MedPage Today) -- Congressional Democrats are pressing for answers from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over what they describe as a previously undisclosed change to the ethics agreement he ( READ MORE )

Zepbound and Mounjaro may turn on the body’s calorie-burning brown fat

Tirzepatide, sold as Mounjaro and Zepbound, activated calorie-burning brown fat in obese mice, revealing a potential metabolic effect beyond appetite suppression. If confirmed in humans, the finding could help explain ( READ MORE )

REM sleep paradox: Dreaming may drain the brain’s energy even as fuel supply rises

Scientists discovered a surprising energy paradox in the brain during REM sleep, the stage most closely associated with dreaming. Blood supply to the brain begins increasing even before REM starts, ( READ MORE )

Don’t toss cannabis leaves: They may contain rare compounds with medical potential

Scientists discovered rare flavoalkaloids in Cannabis leaves for the first time, along with dozens of other phenolic compounds that had never been reported in the plant. The findings suggest that ( READ MORE )

Two Procedures May Yield Similar Symptom Relief for Uterine Fibroids

(MedPage Today) -- Laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation and myomectomy for uterine fibroids both resulted in significant and sustained improvements on symptoms and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) measures over 2 years, ( READ MORE )

Growing Support for Initiatives to Recognize Myopia as a Disease

(MedPage Today) -- Support from the American Medical Association (AMA) to classify myopia, or nearsightedness, as a disease created momentum to increase access to evidence-based treatment and stave off a ( READ MORE )

Maternal Tdap Blunts Preschoolers' Pertussis Shot Response, but Booster Revives Them

(MedPage Today) -- Children whose mothers were vaccinated against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) during pregnancy saw significantly reduced immunity response to their own early childhood vaccination, although childhood vaccine ( READ MORE )

Did FDA Advisors Support a Cancer Early-Detection Blood Test?

(MedPage Today) -- You passed medical training, now see if you can pass our weekly quiz ( READ MORE )

FDA Approves Efsitora Weekly Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved the once-weekly basal insulin efsitora (Onswik), drugmaker Eli Lilly announced on Thursday. Indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise for adults with type ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 -- The incidence of stroke is increasing among young adults over time, while case-fatality rates (CFRs) are decreasing, according to a study published online Sept. 23 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 -- The leading causes of death in the United States remained similar in 2024 as in 2023, according to the Sept. 22 National Vital Statistics Reports, ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 -- For patients with steatotic liver disease (SLD), the steatosis-associated fibrosis estimator (SAFE) score demonstrated the greatest net benefit for predicting cirrhosis, according to a study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 -- A blood-based multicancer early detection (MCED) test that predicts cancer signal origin (CSO) has a positive predictive value of 60.3 percent for participants aged 50 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 -- Fluorodeoxyglucose ([18F]FDG) positron emission tomography (PET)/magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offers diagnostic and prognostic value in pediatric epilepsy, according to a study published in the August ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 -- An intervention aimed at reducing ultraprocessed food (UPF) intake is feasible and acceptable for patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) and may alleviate symptoms of ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 — A North Carolina company is recalling 167,639 pounds of raw goat, beef and pork that never went through required federal inspection, U.S. Department of Agriculture ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 -- In a cohort of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), urinary albumin-creatinine ratio (UACR) and urinary protein-creatinine ratio (UPCR) provide clinically indistinguishable prognostic information for ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 — Stroke is becoming more common among younger adults. A large U.S. population study spanning nearly three decades found stroke rates among adults ages 20 to ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 — Loneliness and social isolation can cost a person up to six years of healthy life, a new study says. Physical and mental health suffer when ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Middle-aged folks who have trouble keeping a regular job could wind up with brains that are old before their time, a new study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 — Cutting back on ultra-processed food could provide a boost to your mental health, a new pilot study says. People had less depression and anxiety after ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 — A well-known brain-healthy diet appears to ward off decline and dementia by protecting a person’s arteries, a new study says. People who followed the MIND ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2026 — Joshua and Ashley Durham run a family medicine practice, and for the first time in their lives, they have no health insurance. When the Durhams ( READ MORE )

FOSTER CITY, Calif. & WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE) September 25, 2026 -- Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq:MIRM) and Incyte (Nasdaq:INCY) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ( READ MORE )

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eli Lilly and Company today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of Onswik™ (insulin efsitora alfa-gobe), a once-weekly basal insulin, indicated ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- The age-adjusted suicide rate increased from 2014 to 2017 and then did not change significantly from 2017 through 2024, according to a September data brief ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is not associated with an increased risk for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy overall, but is associated with an increased risk for ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Dense breast notification and insurance coverage laws are associated with increased use of supplemental ultrasonography among women undergoing mammography, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Nutritional deficiencies are a common and underrecognized risk among pediatric patients receiving glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) treatment, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Mindfulness-based cancer recovery (MBCR) and tai chi/qigong (TCQ) both improve fatigue and pain interference among cancer survivors with distress, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Patient experiences of medetomidine, a veterinary sedative increasingly contaminating fentanyl in the United States, include feelings of helplessness and a vulnerability to the effects of ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 — A blood test that aims to catch more than 50 types of cancer before symptoms appear narrowly won the backing of U.S. Food and Drug ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Multiple-component and multifactorial interventions may have little or no effect on fall rate compared with usual care or attention control, exercise, or falls advice or ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Women who deliver preterm have lower vitamin D concentrations than women who deliver at term, according to a study recently published online in the Journal ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Time-restricted eating (TRE) is feasible, safe, and linked to improvements in disease markers of Huntington disease (HD), according to a pilot study published online Sept. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 -- Sugar exposure in early life is associated with the risk for anxiety in adulthood, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in Translational Psychiatry. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 — A “reporter game” might help autistic children manage anxiety from sensations such as the feel of scratchy fabric or the abrasive honk of a car ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 — Sugar exposure during the first 1,000 days of a child's life may have lasting effects on their mental health, according to a new study. “Research ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 — Nearly 2 in 5 college athletes say they have grappled with suicidal thoughts, according to a new survey of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) student ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 — Add cancer to the list of health problems that can plague people with type 2 diabetes, a new study says. Cancer affects people with type ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 — Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound are potentially powerful tools in treating childhood obesity — but their use is not risk-free, a new study says. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2026 — The San Vicente de Paúl Nursing Home in the South Bronx hasn’t admitted a patient since December 2024. ArchCare, which operates the facility, has reduced ( READ MORE )

FORT LEE, N.J., September 23, 2026 – Elevar Therapeutics, Inc., a majority-owned subsidiary of HLB Co., Ltd. and a fully integrated biopharmaceutical company dedicated to elevating treatment experiences and outcomes ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 -- Glucose patterns captured by continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are linked to cardiometabolic risk in adults without diabetes, according to a study published online Sept. 17 ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 -- Middle-aged U.S. adults mostly report interest in receiving a preventive dementia vaccine, according to a study published online Sept. 21 in JAMA Network Open. J. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 -- Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is associated with elevated mortality and comorbidity risk compared with psoriasis vulgaris (PV) and nonpsoriatic controls, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 -- High-level blast (HLB) exposure during military service is associated with a higher prevalence of a range of neurological and non-neurological clinical conditions years after separation ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 -- Poor late-pregnancy sleep quality may influence early childhood growth trajectories in offspring, according to a study published online Sept. 22 in the American Journal of ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 -- Substantially reduced intraoperative crystalloid fluid administration is not associated with worse patient-centered surgical outcomes, according to a study published online Sept. 15 in JAMA Network ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 -- Patients with congenital ichthyosis have an increased risk for developing allergic disorders, according to a study published online Aug. 6 in the Journal of Allergy ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 — Wakefern Food Corp. has recalled jars of its Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce after federal testing turned up high levels of patulin, a toxin ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 — Getting your neck adjusted by a chiropractor does not appear to increase the risk of a rare but serious artery tear. Researchers analyzed data from ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 — Transgender people in the United States are being affected by legislation targeting their rights, even if they live in a trans-supportive state, a new study ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 — Childhood vaccinations don’t have to be frightening and painful for kids, according to a revised set of medical guidelines. Instead, a set of simple steps ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 — A knee or hip replacement can be a lifesaver for someone in chronic pain from arthritis, but they might have a hidden effect on the ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 — Well-endowed women face much worse problems than finding a bra that fits, a new study says. Women with abnormally enlarged breasts appear to have greater ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 23, 2026 — Dr. Paul Nestadt is about as steeped in suicide prevention as a person can be. He treats suicidal patients as a psychiatrist, has co-authored scores ( READ MORE )

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 23, 2026-- Gossamer Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: GOSS) (the “Company” or “Gossamer”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of seralutinib ( READ MORE )

September 23, 2026 -- A new National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded study indicates that the experimental drug kamuvudine-9 (K-9) facilitates recovery from pre-existing vision loss and paralysis in animal models ( 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 )

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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 )

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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 )

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 )

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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 )

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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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