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NHS urges households to add 1 superfood to meals – even from frozen

The food item makes for an easy upgrade to a lunch or dinner. ( READ MORE )

Parenting habit up to 6 months could protect kids against ADHD symptoms later

Parents, it’s time to focus up — your child’s attention span may depend on it. ( READ MORE )

These leafy greens could help protect your lungs, study suggests

Researchers found that higher vitamin K1 intake from leafy greens like spinach and kale was associated with a 16% lower likelihood of COPD over ten years. ( READ MORE )

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea

Now researchers better understand why even a mildly annoying itch could put you on an itch-and-scratch cycle if you give in. The post Scratching that bug bite might feel good ( READ MORE )

Why you should probably be taking your pills with tap water

You are what you eat — but what you drink could make or break your medication. ( READ MORE )

UK households issued cold shower warning

While a cold shower to combat the heatwave may be tempting, experts are warning against a freezing cold shower ( READ MORE )

New blood test detects 90% of aggressive prostate cancer cases, beating current screenings

Stockholm3 blood test detected 90% of aggressive prostate cancer cases compared to 74% for PSA tests in a study of over 12,000 men in Sweden. ( READ MORE )

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea

WASHINGTON (AP) — You've likely heard it since childhood: Don't scratch that bug bite or rash, you'll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad? ( READ MORE )

Doctor reveals the simple lifestyle changes that could prevent haemorrhoids - the painful condition affecting millions

As many as one in four Britons suffer from haemorrhoids - but simple lifestyle changes could prevent the painful condition from occurring. ( READ MORE )

Hospitals told to make public their kidney transplant success rate

The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) has directed transplant centres across the country to put the figures on their websites after BJP MP Captain Brijesh Chowta spotlighted the ( READ MORE )

Is Pimm's secretly one of summer's worst drinks? Why the 'light and fruity' garden party favourite gets you drunk faster than you think

It is the drink that signals the start of the British summer - served in jugs, packed with fruit and sipped in pub gardens, at barbecues and during Wimbledon . ( READ MORE )

The Most Common Warning Signs Of Rectal Cancer

Rates of rectal cancer deaths are rising in adults under 50. ( READ MORE )

Do You Have Achy Joints? These Foods Or Drinks Could Be To Blame.

Science shows a direct connection between diet and inflammatory arthritis. Here’s how you can craft your meals to promote healing, not hurting. ( READ MORE )

Health Experts Reveal The 1 Thing They Wish Their Older Patients Would Do

Here are a few small ways to do yourself some major favors, from pros like cardiologists and nutritionists. ( READ MORE )

Meditation never worked for me, so I had Harvard researchers scan my brain, writes WSJ columnist Elizabeth Bernstein

Our columnist turned to science to see what happened when she tried to slow her mind. ( READ MORE )

I’m a chiropractor — follow these 3 rules for better joint and bone health

Chiropractor Dean Blackstock has revealed which foods matter most for maintaining healthy joints and bones. ( READ MORE )

How much do you really know about protein? Take our quiz to discover if you're a nutrient newbie or a macro maestro

Protein is used every day to repair tissue, maintain strength, support the immune system and keep organs, skin, hair and nails healthy. ( READ MORE )

Does NAD+ really slow ageing? Doctors are divided over £400 celebrity-loved wellness drips and trendy supplements

Getting hooked up to a NAD+ drip or taking it as a supplement has become one of the most fashionable anti-ageing trends in wellness. ( READ MORE )

We Asked Podiatrists How To Make Walking A Little More Comfortable

Turns out these products can actually make a huge difference. ( READ MORE )

Latest COVID vaccine may have unexpected health benefit, study suggests

New research confirmed a small reduction in COVID-related cardiovascular events, or COVID-19-associated MACE, due to the vaccine. ( READ MORE )

NHS GP's simple '15-minute trick' to reduce morning stress and anxiety

An NHS GP has shared a simple '15-minute trick' that could help reduce morning stress and anxiety ( READ MORE )

Tributes paid to pioneering gynaecological surgeon

Prof Christopher Balogun-Lynch was "pivotal" in the development of Milton Keynes University Hospital. ( READ MORE )

Buildup of essential mineral in the body linked to dementia and Parkinson's disease, study suggests

Excess levels of a mineral responsible for healthy blood and brain function may raise the risk of Parkinson's and dementia, a study from researchers in California suggests. ( READ MORE )

Woman found cancer after requesting mammogram at 79

Carol Turansky says it was only discovered after she contacted the breast cancer screening unit. ( READ MORE )

How Keir Starmer's resignation forced me to face just how much cancer changed my life

OPINION - ROBERT FISK: To say things are no longer the way they were would be a vast understatement. ( READ MORE )

Best food for high blood pressure named — and it's just 78p

You may already have it in the fridge. ( READ MORE )

CDSCO Restricts Supply Of IVF Consumables To Registered Fertility Centres

The regulator issued the direction after it was brought to its notice that these products were being supplied to unregistered facilities and said the practice may pose risks to patient ( READ MORE )

Excess iron accumulation weakens neuron defences, increase vulnerability to stressors: Study

Findings published in the journal Cell Death Discovery point to iron accumulation in brain cells as a key target in the effort to predict, prevent, and treat neurodegenerative diseases, researchers ( READ MORE )

Common food preservatives may raise blood pressure and heart risks, study suggests

Conversation starters, celebrity health reveals, healthy living hacks and medical cautions: Here's what you missed in Fox News Health this week ( READ MORE )

New Mexico opens criminal probe of DEA after agents allowed fentanyl shipments to hit streets

New Mexico's attorney general has opened a criminal investigation into claims that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration allowed hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to reach the streets ( READ MORE )

Can a ‘life-changing sunburn’ really give you cancer? The scary reality of skipping SPF

"One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is, 'I don't burn, I just tan,'" said Dr. Henry. "A tan is not a sign that your skin is protected." ( READ MORE )

How some men could benefit from estrogen patches — yes, the ones women use in menopause

The US is in the middle of an estrogen patch shortage, with menopausal women struggling to get ahold of hormone therapy to stave off their symptoms. But a study recently ( READ MORE )

Thousands exposed to world's most infectious disease as officials confirm measles at major airports in two states

Thousands may have been exposed to measles at two major airports, officials in two states have confirmed. The exposure comes as measles surges nationwide, totaling more than 2,100 cases. ( READ MORE )

If people ate better, we would have less disease and lower healthcare costs in the U.S. Two longevity experts at USC say bolder action is needed to get that message across.

We need to restructure healthcare, treat food as medicine and embrace eating programs that work in the long term. ( READ MORE )

Canadians spending more time waiting for emergency health care: CIHI

One in 10 admitted patients, equalling around 180,000 people, spent more than 48 hours in the emergency department waiting for an inpatient bed. ( READ MORE )

A Loophole Brings Cystic Fibrosis Patients a ‘Miracle Drug’ in Generic Form

A generic version of a breakthrough cystic fibrosis drug, manufactured in Bangladesh for a fraction of the American price, may give some families around the world an unlikely lifeline. ( READ MORE )

Vaping now linked to increased risk of vision impairment and blindness, study finds

Transitioning from cigarettes to vapes - rather than quitting nicotine completely - is linked to a higher risk of developing severe eye diseases that can lead to blindness. ( READ MORE )

What is pulmonary hypertension? New study finds COVID infection can increase risk

A history of Covid infection could increase your risk of developing this deadly condition. ( READ MORE )

Mom gets groundbreaking mastectomy from a $2M robot named Carol — and went to the beach with a tiny scar weeks later

The robot was cleared by the FDA a few months ago to perform the delicate surgery that avoids skin and preserves the nipple. ( READ MORE )

Nearly 300 sick in viral outbreak on Texas military base — as Pentagon reinstates vaccine mandate

The Pentagon is once again requiring recruits across all branches of the military to receive flu vaccines as an outbreak at a Texas base makes headlines. ( READ MORE )

Steep growth in same-sex couples on the Far Southeast Side: ‘I can make home here’

A teenaged and closeted Kenny Dillon, the one who endured teasing and taunting growing up in Hegewisch in the 1970s, clung to this truth: He knew he could always leave.Dillon ( READ MORE )

Judge blocks Tennessee from reporting sick children to immigration authorities, for now

A judge temporarily ordered the Tennessee Department of Health not to give immigration authorities information about roughly 400 seriously sick and disabled immigrant children who are enrolled in a healthcare ( READ MORE )

I was tired, anxious and always bloated. Doctors gave me countless prescriptions… but then I tried a 40p natural gut supplement that completely de-puffed my tummy

Like most women suffering from irritable bowel syndrome, Claire Smith, 37, was no stranger to agonising stomach cramps, bloating and fatigue. ( READ MORE )

Ex-Arby's manager charged with felony after lawsuit alleges customer contracted herpes from food

An Oklahoma woman and her family have filed a lawsuit against Arby's after a former manager allegedly spat in her food while knowingly suffering an active herpes outbreak, an incident ( READ MORE )

Don't get too drunk during England game, beg Ambulance chiefs - as France 'bans alcohol' due to overwhelmed health services

Ambulance staff have urged England fans to drink responsibly this weekend - after a surge in callouts after the Three Lions faced Ghana on Tuesday. ( READ MORE )

European Regulator Calls for Amgen’s Tavneos to Have Authorization Revoked

The committee is recommending that no new patients start treatment with Tavneos and that existing patients be switched to suitable alternatives. ( READ MORE )

Eating red meat 'can trigger worse symptoms' in people with inflammatory bowel disease

Eating red meat may increase the likelihood of developing irritable bowel disease, while pea protein may have a protective effect, new research suggests. ( READ MORE )

New button battery technology shows promise, but swallowing remains an emergency

A recently released child-safety battery designed to reduce the danger from accidental ingestion is showing significant promise, but medical professionals should not alter their management protocols yet. In the first ( READ MORE )

Behavioral therapy can be just as effective as medication for Tourette syndrome, says researcher

Behavioral therapy is just as effective as medication for Tourette syndrome. This is the finding of doctoral research conducted by clinical psychologist Jolande van de Griendt, who will receive her ( READ MORE )

Multiple sclerosis impacts daily life far beyond its physical symptoms, new study finds

Multiple sclerosis (MS) can have a substantial impact on many aspects of life beyond physical health, with 51% of people reporting that the disease affects their social life and 48% ( READ MORE )

A 13-second eye test may help predict recovery of consciousness after severe brain injury

A simple bedside eye test may help predict recovery of consciousness in patients with severe brain injuries, according to new research presented at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress ( READ MORE )

Women with Parkinson's disease may show more Alzheimer's-related brain changes than men

Women with Parkinson's disease may be more vulnerable to Alzheimer's-related changes in the brain than men, according to new research presented at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress 2026. ( READ MORE )

The danger of confusing AI mental health support with therapy

In a recent episode of British sitcom Amandaland, Anne Flynn turns to ChatGPT for help talking to her teenage son about sex. The episode frames this as "The Chat": the ( READ MORE )

How YouTube shapes public understanding of avian influenza

A new study analyzing more than 11,000 YouTube videos and comments found that online narratives surrounding avian influenza evolved alongside major outbreak developments, including increasing reports of infections in mammals, ( READ MORE )

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea

You've likely heard it since childhood: Don't scratch that bug bite or rash, you'll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad? ( READ MORE )

Researchers develop HIV-prevention guide without the stigma of asking about risk

The most useful thing about a new HIV prevention guide may be a question it never asks: Why do you want to know about pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP? In a ( READ MORE )

Scientists discover what triggers belly fat as we age

Aging may trigger the appearance of specialized stem cells that supercharge the body's ability to create new belly fat. The discovery reveals a potential biological driver of middle-age weight gain ( READ MORE )

Heat waves can leave homes dangerously hot, even for young, healthy adults

Most people know that heat waves can be dangerous. What they may not realize is that the heat indoors can be much worse than outdoors. ( READ MORE )

Patellar Resurfacing in Total Knee Replacement; Patient Messaging Trends

(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 )

The Beef Administration’s Blind Spot

Should RFK Jr. be more open to the idea of eating manatees? ( READ MORE )

Large MRI analysis uncovers brain-region thinning tied to depression

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a psychiatric condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, a loss of interest in everyday activities, altered sleeping and/or eating patterns, low energy, and difficulty ( READ MORE )

Recommending Blood Tests for CRC Without Guardrails Risks Confusion

(MedPage Today) -- The American Cancer Society's (ACS) recent update on colorectal cancer screening aims to strike a careful balance on blood-based screening tests. On the one hand, it appropriately ( READ MORE )

What helps women eat well? Control over money, time and decisions matters

Worldwide, women carry the greatest burden of malnutrition. More than two-thirds of women of childbearing age don't get enough of at least one micronutrient. These are the vitamins and minerals, ( READ MORE )

Hospital AI tool predicts low blood sugar in patients up to 24 hours in advance

Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University investigators developed an AI-based model that can identify hospitalized patients at risk of low blood sugar up to 24 hours before the condition occurs. The long ( READ MORE )

A Cancer Patient's Cats Inspired a Push for Pets in Hospice Wards

(MedPage Today) -- WARSAW, Poland -- When Ewa Lutka-Krawczyk was diagnosed with gallbladder cancer, her first thought was for Gaja, a shelter dog she took in 3 years ago. She ( READ MORE )

The HPV vaccine works—but only if we keep trusting it

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination is already saving lives in the UK—and the scale of that success is striking. ( READ MORE )

Intracellular mechanisms promote tumor survival during hypoxia

Northwestern Medicine scientists have, for the first time, described the underlying mechanisms that regulate how cells rapidly change gene expression in response to hypoxia, a key feature of many treatment-resistant ( READ MORE )

US activates highest-level response to Ebola outbreak

US health authorities on Friday activated the highest level of response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, while announcing the shipment of experimental treatments to the ( READ MORE )

Cancer drug shortage renews calls for federal action

Cancer doctors across the United States are running short of essential generic chemotherapy drugs, and some fear the squeeze could force widespread rationing, The New York Times reported. ( READ MORE )

H. pylori screening could return fivefold value in gastric cancer prevention

Each unit of cost invested in Helicobacter pylori screening can generate approximately a fivefold return in gastric cancer prevention benefits. ( READ MORE )

Specialized procedure saves a young woman's ability to walk

Through interdepartmental collaboration, a young woman's quality of life and ability to walk were restored following the laparoscopic removal of a rare, benign tumor of neurological origin in the lesser ( READ MORE )

New role of PTGES3 uncovered in liver cancer growth and immune evasion

A research team led by Prof. Wang Hongzhi at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, has found a novel role of prostaglandin E synthase 3 (PTGES3) ( READ MORE )

Hearing aid use linked to 23% lower dementia risk in people with both epilepsy and hearing loss

Adults with both epilepsy and hearing loss who use hearing aids may have a 23% lower risk of developing dementia than those who do not, according to new research presented ( READ MORE )

AI-guided microneedles bend at body temperature to speed diabetic wound healing

Chronic wounds remain a major health care challenge, especially for people with diabetes, who often experience delayed healing, persistent inflammation and a higher risk of infection. Traditional wound-closure methods such ( READ MORE )

New Charter Unveiled for CDC's Influential Vaccine Committee

(MedPage Today) -- A new charter calls on the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to consider "non-vaccine interventions" and changes the focus, membership structure, and rules that govern ( READ MORE )

Aortic Stenosis Patients Still Tripped Up by Diagnosis Issues on the Path to AVR

(MedPage Today) -- NEW YORK CITY -- People with aortic stenosis (AS) were increasingly getting timelier diagnosis, though treatment delays persisted in a national care quality registry study. U.S. patients ( READ MORE )

Taste, Smell Disturbances Seen in GLP-1 Users

(MedPage Today) -- Use of GLP-1 receptor agonists was associated with a higher risk of smell and taste disturbances among adults with type 2 diabetes, an analysis of electronic health ( READ MORE )

988's LGBTQ+ Hotline Is Relaunching. The Group That Helped Start It May Be Excluded.

(MedPage Today) -- The Trump administration is moving to restart the specialized LGBTQ+ option for youth who contact the 988 crisis intervention hotline, but the group that helped pioneer the ( READ MORE )

EU hits France's Sanofi with flu vaccine antitrust probe

The European Commission announced Friday that it was opening an antitrust probe into French pharmaceutical group Sanofi on suspicion it breached the bloc's competition rules in promoting a flu vaccine. ( READ MORE )

European Regulators Call to Revoke Avacopan Authorization

(MedPage Today) -- A European Medicines Agency (EMA) committee recommended pulling the marketing authorization for avacopan (Tavneos) following a review over data integrity concerns in the vasculitis drug's key supporting ( READ MORE )

Age, hearing status linked to long-term outcomes in Meniere disease

For patients with Meniere disease (MD), age and baseline hearing status are associated with long-term hearing outcomes, according to a study published online May 16 in Acta Oto-Laryngologica. ( READ MORE )

ClinicalTrials.gov: Stroke

Source: National Institutes of Health - Related MedlinePlus Pages: Stroke ( READ MORE )

Butter and margarine look similar but their chemistry changes everything

The battle between butter and margarine comes down to chemistry. Butter’s naturally occurring fats create rich flavors, golden browning, and flaky baked goods, while margarine’s modified plant oils offer consistency ( READ MORE )

What Journal Retracted a Hyped Cancer Study?

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

Prevalence of right ventricular dysfunction ~40% in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

Right ventricular dysfunction (RVD) is prevalent in 41.7% of patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), according to a study published online June 10 in BMC Cardiovascular Disorders. ( READ MORE )

Scream, It's Good for You; Release the Cancer Pigeons; Talk of Chemo Rationing

(MedPage Today) -- Every day begins with scream therapy at Camp Breastie for breast cancer survivors. (New York Times) Comedian and actor Moshe Kasher, who appeared as a sign language ( READ MORE )

Europe’s Come-to-AC Moment

The heat is changing the continent’s interest in cooling technologies of all kinds. ( READ MORE )

Breastfeeding may protect against ADHD symptoms

A new study from the University of Bergen shows an association between breastfeeding up to 6 months of age and a reduced risk of ADHD symptoms from ages 3 to ( READ MORE )

Blood vessel cells keep fixed signaling roles for weeks, reshaping view of capillary communication

The cells lining skin capillaries are constantly sending each other messages—tiny pulses of calcium that help regulate blood flow, sense physical forces and keep vessel walls intact. Scientists have known ( READ MORE )

AI Smart Glasses Show Promise, Limitations as Aid for Patients With Low Vision

(MedPage Today) -- Artificial intelligence (AI) smart eyeglasses as a potential aid for people with low vision produced mixed results in a small pilot case series. Using verbal prompts to ( READ MORE )

How heat waves are dangerous to human health

A punishing heat wave overwhelming hospitals in Europe is just the latest reminder of the deadly threat such scorching temperatures can pose to human health. ( READ MORE )

AI support tool improves clinician decisions in real-world primary care trial

A large real-world clinical trial has found that a generative AI-powered support tool used to support frontline clinicians was safe and improved the quality of clinical decision-making, but did not ( READ MORE )

Emergency department testing scheme finding hundreds of unidentified HIV cases in UK

Hundreds of people in England who were unknowingly living with HIV are receiving a diagnosis and starting life-saving antiretroviral treatment, thanks to a pioneering NHS testing initiative rolled out in ( READ MORE )

Researchers discover why fructose doesn't satisfy hunger like glucose

A new study found that fructose and glucose may look the same on a nutrition label, but the brain treats them very differently. In mice, glucose strongly reduced activity in ( READ MORE )

Judge Blocks Trump Plan Limiting Graduate Student Loans in Nursing, Other Fields

(MedPage Today) -- A federal judge has blocked part of a Trump administration plan that would have limited access to loans for students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, ( READ MORE )

Tennis Legend's Cancer's Back; CDC Emails on RFK Jr. Released; Suicide Attempts Down

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Calling the disease "relentless," tennis legend Chris Evert said her ovarian cancer had returned for a third time. ( READ MORE )

I Watched My Friend Choose Death. Physician-Assisted Suicide Needs More Guardrails.

(MedPage Today) -- "Have yourself a good life." That was my friend's message informing me of his plan to end his life through physician-assisted suicide. His pancreatic cancer had progressed ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 -- Telehealth-supported home-based exercise (HBE) achieves comparable short-term improvements to supervised exercise among lymphoma survivors entering cardio-oncology rehabilitation (CORE), according to a study published ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 -- The online team-based connected health (TCH) model yields equivalent improvements in signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis (AD) compared with in-person care, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 -- A unique protein signature has been identified for pediatric-onset inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which is associated with proinflammatory and vascular pathways, according to a study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 -- Women with preeclampsia have increased risk of developing hypertension and chronic kidney disease (CKD) later in life, according to a study published online May 19 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 -- For patients with Meniere disease (MD), age and baseline hearing status are associated with long-term hearing outcomes, according to a study published online May 16 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — Cancer doctors across the United States are running short of essential generic chemotherapy drugs, and some fear the squeeze could force widespread rationing, The New ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 -- Right ventricular dysfunction (RVD) is prevalent in 41.7 percent of patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 -- Individualized connectivity-based targeting with accelerated transcranial magnetic stimulation (aTMS) enhances the antidepressant effects in treatment-resistant depression, according to a study published online June 24 in ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — A next-generation blood test could improve early detection of the most dangerous forms of prostate cancer. "The major challenge in prostate cancer screening is not ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 25, 2026 — People are becoming more comfortable communicating with their doctor through clinics’ patient portals. Folks use the portals to ask their doc questions and even to ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — Concerns about statins causing severe muscle problems are overblown, a new study says. The cholesterol-lowering drugs can be expected to rarely cause any serious muscle ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — One afternoon in late 2024, a sixth-grader nicknamed Bug came home from school with an announcement to make. Bug, who was assigned female at birth, ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — Younger U.S. generations appear to be adopting Peter Pan’s fear of growing up, a new study says Millennial college students (born between 1981 and 1996) ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — Drugs and the consequences of addiction are woven into the fabric of Jamie Madden’s life. Her earliest memory is of standing on the passenger seat ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- Considerable cancer disparities persist in the United States, according to a report published June 24 by the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR). Researchers from ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- The total costs of dementia are anticipated to be $818 billion in 2026, driven by quality-of-life losses for persons with dementia and care partners, according ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- Certain demographic, birth, and parental characteristics are associated with the risk of early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC), according to a study published online June 22 in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 — The U.S. military is again requiring flu shots for new recruits, just two months after the secretary of defense declared the vaccine optional for troops, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- Social determinants of health (SDOH) are associated with neurobiological abnormalities in schizophrenia-spectrum psychotic conditions (SSPCs), according to a review published online June 17 in JAMA ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- For patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), there is a significant negative correlation between illness perception and self-management behavior, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- There is a significant association between hepatitis C virus (HCV) and overactive bladder (OAB), according to a study published online May 29 in BMC Urology. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- Stockholm3, which combines prostate-specific antigen (PSA), plasma protein biomarkers, polygenic risk, and clinical factors offers greater clinical net benefit for detecting clinically significant prostate cancer ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- Integration of smartphone-based imaging and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven diagnostics provides an effective strategy for screening for rare ocular malignancies, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- Greater concussion symptom history is associated with increased odds of tinnitus, and associations with cognition, depression, and anxiety are larger among those with tinnitus, according ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 -- Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) without lupus nephritis (LN) have increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and mortality, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 — As the use of GLP-1 medications for weight loss surges, so do calls to U.S. poison control centers, according to a new study. A team ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 — Personalized brain imaging could help doctors better use magnetic stimulation to treat people with severe depression, a new study says. Such brain imaging helped researchers ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 — Women on the pill appear to have healthier brains as they grow older, a new study says. Taking hormone-based birth control as a younger woman ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 — Very few middle-aged men are discussing prostate cancer screening with their doctor, even though they face a decision whether or not to be tested, a ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 — Severe nausea during pregnancy might increase the risk of complications for both mother and baby, a new study says. About 1% to 3% of pregnancies ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, June 25, 2026 — Angel Foster had a backup plan. It was the first weekend in May. A federal appeals court had just made it illegal to mail mifepristone, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 -- Online patient portal messaging more than doubled between 2020 and 2025, according to a research letter published online June 22 in the Journal of the ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 -- Women who use hormone therapy (HT) tend to adopt healthier lifestyles, according to a study published online June 16 in Menopause. Jillian Shillito, from the ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 -- Active combined oral contraceptive (COC) pills are associated with an increased risk for emotional eating (EE), according to a study published online June 17 in ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 -- For patients with Crohn disease or ulcerative colitis, HLA-DRB1*01:03 is a genetic determinant of severe disease, according to a study published online June 15 in ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 — The three largest Medicare Advantage insurers turned down requests for post-hospital care at some of the highest rates among major plans, a federal watchdog has ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 -- For women, resistance training is associated with a lower risk for major cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a study published online June 17 in the ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 -- Digital telemonitoring of blood pressure (BP) significantly lowers BP and improves cardiovascular outcomes, according to a study published in the June issue of the European ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 -- Changes in heart structure and function may occur years before certain cancers are diagnosed, according to a study published online June 9 in the Journal ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 — Got five minutes? A new study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, suggests that five minutes of physical activity every hour may be ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 — Ever bark with laughter when something funny hits you out of left field? Or get a case of the giggles so bad you can’t stop, ( READ MORE )

CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 24, 2026-- Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: IONS) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Tryngolza (olezarsen) as an adjunct to diet to ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 — Want to give your baby the best start in life? Then tend to your heart health, both prior to and during pregnancy, a new study ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 — Younger generations have a higher risk of developing cancer earlier in their lives, and a new study advances one potential explanation. Accelerated “wear-and-tear” biological aging ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 24, 2026 — Racial disparities are narrowing among cancer patients, but people of color remain more likely to die from cancer, a new report says. The disparity in ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026 — Bill Curry, 65, raises cattle on the same land in rural Oklahoma once owned by his father and generations before him. Each quarter, for several ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), daily walking may worsen cough and expectoration when black carbon (BC) concentrations are high, according to a ( READ MORE )

The annual meeting of the Endocrine Society (ENDO 2026) was held from July 13 to 16 in Chicago, attracting participants from around the world, including clinicians, academicians, allied health professionals, ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- The vast majority of sunscreen-related content on TikTok promotes sunscreen use, according to a study published online June 18 in PLOS Digital Health. Alessandro Marcon, ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- Colored fundus photography (CFP) can identify regions of the retina associated with risk factors for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online June ( 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 )

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda are experiencing outbreaks of Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD). CDC recommends practicing enhanced precautions for travel to Uganda or to provinces in ( READ MORE )

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is experiencing an outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) in Ituri, Nord-Kivu (North Kivu), and Sud-Kivu (South Kivu) provinces. CDC recommends avoiding nonessential ( 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 )

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 )

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 )

Andes virus is a species of hantavirus carried by some rodents in South America. Andes virus is naturally present (endemic) in Argentina and Chile. Country List : Argentina, Chile ( 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 )

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 )

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

Transcript - Update on CDC's Hantavirus Response 5/15/2026 ( READ MORE )

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

Transcript - Update on CDC's Hantavirus Response 5/14/2026 ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on CDC's Hantavirus Response 5/13/2026 ( READ MORE )

The U.S. government is actively monitoring and responding to a hantavirus outbreak linked to the M/V Hondius cruise ship. At this time, the risk to the American public remains extremely ( READ MORE )

A CDC investigation notice regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of ciguatera fish poisoning in Vanuatu. ( READ MORE )

The Administration is closely monitoring the situation with U.S. travelers. ( READ MORE )

Public health resources can help protect individuals and their families this tick season ( READ MORE )

34 people across 13 states have gotten sick with the same strain of Salmonella ( READ MORE )

CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service officers are gathering this week for the 2026 EIS Conference ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of meningococcal disease in the Mangembo Health Zone of Kongo Central Province. The best way to protect yourself is to get meningococcal vaccination. ( READ MORE )

An increased number of cases of yellow fever have been reported throughout Venezuela. ( READ MORE )

NIOSH will kick off the agency’s annual mobile health screenings for coal miners this month ( READ MORE )

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

CDC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting communities across the United States ( 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 )

HHS and CDC today announced the appointment of two new members to the CDC ACIP. ( READ MORE )

CDC announced Dr. Ralph Abraham stepped down as Principal Deputy Director, effective immediately. ( READ MORE )

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

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