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Maharashtra government approves policy to eradicate drugs by 2029; awareness, strict action planned

Maharashtra is the first state in the country to undertake such a comprehensive campaign, involving coordination among various departments, to create a drug-free state, a statement issued by the government ( READ MORE )

New weight-loss compound melts fat without curbing appetite — and preserves muscle

University of California, Berkeley scientists found TOFA boosted energy expenditure in obese mice without the lean muscle loss tied to semaglutide. ( READ MORE )

Vitamin D3 more effective than Vitamin D2 in maintaining muscle, heart health: ICMR-NIN study

The study, titled "Dietary Vitamin D2 Is Less Potent Than Vitamin D3 at Maintaining or Restoring Structure and Metabolism of Skeletal Muscle and Heart in Male Rats", was published in ( READ MORE )

Heart trial after breast cancer has 'improved my life'

Lucy Shepherd is one of 90 women to take part in a trial helping cancer survivors come off medication. ( READ MORE )

Women pose as men to buy testosterone online after prescription difficulties

One menopause specialist says she has seen women with up to 12 times the safe level of the hormone. ( READ MORE )

Fortis Healthcare reviews Delhi HC ruling in Daiichi Sankyo case, may approach Supreme Court

In a significant development, Fortis Healthcare is assessing a recent decision from the Delhi High Court regarding the Daiichi Sankyo arbitration. The court's order for a forensic audit of earlier ( READ MORE )

Permira to buy 25.71% in Cloudnine Hospitals parent: CCI filing

Permira, a leading global private equity firm, is ready to buy a significant stake in Cloudnine Hospitals, which places the parent company's valuation at approximately eleven thousand crore rupees. This ( READ MORE )

Use of Indian languages key in improving reach of healthcare services: Nadda

Chairing the second meeting of the health ministry's Hindi Advisory Committee in Delhi, Nadda said the country was moving beyond the colonial influence of the Western world towards greater use ( READ MORE )

Families hit by long waits for dementia diagnosis

Hundreds of families say they have had to wait months or even years for a dementia diagnosis for a loved one. ( READ MORE )

Urine test can spot more than nine in 10 bladder cancers

The NHS has been trialling the test and says the results so far are truly promising. ( READ MORE )

Jon Snow backs open letter to No10 calling for earlier and better dementia diagnosis

Veteran newsreader and actors Sir Jonathan Pryce, Suranne Jones and Vicky McClure are among 60,000 people to have signed a letter demanding 'better for everyone affected by dementia'. ( READ MORE )

Popular sugar alternative could increase heart attack and stroke risk

A new landmark study over 30 years and 17,000 people has linked consuming high levels of Xylitol to an increased chance of 'cardiovascular events' ( READ MORE )

Rising numbers of children in mental health crisis ending up in A&E

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

Cramer: Here are 3 defensive stock market moves I'm making as oil and rates surge

CNBC's Jim Cramer is taking a more defensive approach as rising oil prices, higher interest rates and geopolitical tensions create a tougher backdrop. ( 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 )

Warning over common heart drug that could trigger life-threatening 'diabetic attack'

Medications used to lower blood sugar may trigger a condition called ketoacidosis, otherwise known as a 'diabetic attack'. ( READ MORE )

Chicagoan dies of West Nile virus

A Chicagoan has died from West Nile, and is among the first two human cases this year, the city's department of health announced Tuesday.The Illinois Department of Public Health has ( READ MORE )

Doctors 'thought boy, two, was autistic' until his mother pushed for more tests... and was told he has 'childhood dementia'

Medics initially suspected Kole to be autistic or have global developmental delay after his mother flagged missed milestones and noted symptoms like stimming and a floppy neck. ( 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 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 )

Teen dies from ‘brain-eating amoeba’ just days after young girl succumbs to same rare infection

A North Carolina teen's first symptom was severe headaches before a brain-eating amoeba infection proved fatal, his mother shared on GoFundMe. ( READ MORE )

DOJ sues Kansas school system to stop 'secret gender transitions'

The Justice Department announced a new lawsuit Tuesday against the public school system in Kansas City, Kansas, to try to stop what it said were "secret gender transitions" taking place ( READ MORE )

Diarrhea parasite investigation expands to three more states as cases continue to grow

Cases of the diarrhea parasite linked to lettuce that has caused a record number of illnesses are continuing to be detected in more states. ( READ MORE )

My GP told me that ' I would just have to live with' the unsightly skin tags that have haunted me since I hit my 30s. But then a simple £100, 15 minute procedure transformed my complexion

Skin tags are one of the most common skin complaints, affecting around 60 per cent of the population, mostly those over 50. ( READ MORE )

Revealed: The unregulated nicotine product plaguing Britain's youths - and children can LEGALLY buy them

The youngsters brag online about being able to tolerate the pain the products cause, bluntly telling each other that discomfort and nausea 'is normal'. ( READ MORE )

After a sell-off, this medical device stock looks like a gift for patient investors

Overblown fears surrounding GLP-1 weight loss drugs were already pressuring the stock when an onboarding stumble triggered a sell-off. ( READ MORE )

WHO releases 7 new dementia risk factors — one affects millions of Americans every night

The World Health Organization has released a major update to its guidelines on reducing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. ( READ MORE )

The biggest healthy aging ‘blind spots’ — and doctors’ favorite biohacking tools for longevity

Important signs of healthy aging are often found in everyday habits, with some big ones being overlooked. ( READ MORE )

North Carolina Teen Dies From Brain-Eating Amoeba, Days After Death Of 8-Year-Old Girl

Naegleria fowleri infections are extremely rare, infecting fewer than 10 people annually in the U.S., though they are almost always fatal. ( 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 )

Health Care Roundup: Market Talk

Gain insight on Novartis, Bangkok Chain Hospital and more in the latest Market Talks covering the health care sector. ( READ MORE )

Judge tells Lindsay Clancy jury to keep deliberating after they can't get a unanimous decision

Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy trial said Tuesday they've been unable to reach a unanimous decision on whether the Massachusetts mother was criminally responsible for killing her three young children, ( READ MORE )

The 'Ozempic for the brain' pill that could tackle sleep disorders, ADHD and depression...and why scientists believe it's the biggest breakthrough in 30 years

Scientists are exploring various uses for a drug hoped to be an 'Ozempic for the brain', able to target several brain-related conditions. ( READ MORE )

Fans say eating raw garlic is the ‘ultimate biohack’ for looking young, feeling energetic and staying healthy

Fans say garlic can do everything from lower cholesterol, detox parasites, support heart health and improve insulin sensitivity to clear acne, eliminate brain fog and even cure a cold within ( READ MORE )

Warning over 'risky' chicken imported from Brazil - fears over salmonella, hormones and antibiotics... as food poisoning outbreak grows

British campaigners have urged ministers to ban Brazilian meat from entering the UK, after traces of sex hormones and deadly salmonella were found in the country's beef and chicken. ( READ MORE )

How to end the agony of lymphoedema... without resorting to expensive surgery or medication: Jacqueline was in so much pain she found walking impossible. Now, she reveals how she's better than ever

It was meant to be a simple procedure, but shortly after surgery to remove a bothersome varicose vein, Jacqueline McWatt's legs became hard, swollen and agonisingly painful. ( READ MORE )

“No sensitivity at ALL, which is really rare for teeth whitening products.” ( READ MORE )

Inside Britain's growing blood pressure pill problem: Nagging coughs, swollen ankles, mysterious fainting fits - and why that daily cocktail of drugs could actually be harming your health

Years ago, while on a home visit to see an elderly patient with an infected leg ulcer, I realised for the first time that Britain has a blood pressure pill ( READ MORE )

'My little boy survived blood cancer — these were his symptoms'

Seb Boulter started chemotherapy on his fourth birthday. ( READ MORE )

Why the humble TOMATO is a true health powerhouse for weight loss and combatting boozy bodies. Here's precisely how to harness its power

I am always slightly sceptical when I read yet another headline telling us that one particular food is going to save our lives and help us live for ever in ( READ MORE )

City unveils new Legionnaires' response measures after deadly outbreak

Eleven people died in connection with the outbreak on the Upper East Side this summer, officials sad. ( READ MORE )

The horrifying ‘protein’ source that’s likely hiding in your coffee

Is there something mo' hiding in your cuppa joe? ( READ MORE )

Swiss drugmaker Novartis paused eight clinical trials of an experimental therapy targeting autoimmune and neurological disorders, after three patients died

Novartis halted eight clinical trials of an experimental therapy targeting autoimmune and neurological disorders in late August, after three patients died. ( READ MORE )

Cancer treatment at 1 time of the day ‘could double survival time’

Researchers analysed 2,631 advanced cancer patients receiving treatment between 2018 and 2023. ( READ MORE )

Schools reopen in Congo's Ebola epicenter despite concerns from parents and teachers

A new academic year began across Congo on Tuesday despite concerns by parents and teachers that the country's Ebola outbreak still poses risks to children in the epicenter. ( READ MORE )

Mass. now has 5 confirmed cases of West Nile virus

State health officials are urging residents to continue taking precautions against mosquitoes as summer winds down. The post Mass. now has 5 confirmed cases of West Nile virus appeared first ( READ MORE )

I’m a doctor — 3 buzzy medical breakthroughs that aren’t all they’re cracked up to be

A doctor reveals why three cutting-edge medical innovations may leave patients with more questions and concerns than answers. ( READ MORE )

Stroke warning over testosterone therapy taken by thousands of men

Researchers say testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) could trigger atrial fibrillation if levels of the hormone swing drastically. ( READ MORE )

Is a vitamin better for you if it comes in a sachet... and costs 16 times more than a pill? Experts reveal surprising risk of trendy supplement pouches

With two-thirds of Britons now taking vitamin supplements in a bid to boost their health, it is little surprise that more options than ever are springing up on shelves. ( READ MORE )

Runner's high study finds cannabis-like signaling molecules rise over extreme distances

A marathon, 100 kilometers (62 miles) or even 230 kilometers (143 miles) in a single effort: Anyone running such distances puts enormous strain on their body. At the same time, ( 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, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines—and highlight the science behind them—saying they hope ( READ MORE )

Understanding the link between neighborhood socioeconomic status and stroke recovery

In a 2021 study, Eric Stulberg, MD, MPH, assistant professor of neurology at Thomas Jefferson University, found an association between lower neighborhood socioeconomic status (nSES) and worse stroke recovery outcomes. ( READ MORE )

Decades after 9/11, toxic dust and PTSD may be accelerating brain aging among first responders

Hundreds of first responders have told me they remember exactly how they felt during the World Trade Center attacks, even 25 years on. ( READ MORE )

Researchers uncover promising new target for treating high blood pressure

University of Missouri researchers are studying high blood pressure, one of the world's deadliest health threats. Recently, they identified a protein that contributes to arterial stiffening and inflammation, opening the ( READ MORE )

Understanding the neural processes underlying limb apraxia

Limb apraxia is a neurological disorder that can occur after damage to the brain's left hemisphere and is characterized by difficulty using tools despite normal motor control and cognition. It ( READ MORE )

Largest study supports three courses of radiation for children with deadly brain tumor

Children with one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer may benefit from an additional course of radiation therapy after their disease returns, according to new research from the Icahn ( READ MORE )

Why some stroke patients fare better than others

A clot forms. Blood flow to the brain is blocked. Starved of oxygen, neurons begin to die. This scenario, known as an ischemic stroke, plays out in roughly 21,000 people ( READ MORE )

Co-designed counseling improves postpartum contraceptive choices, but organizational barriers remain

Becoming pregnant again soon after giving birth is associated with risks for both mother and child. A study led by Karolinska Institutet and published in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynecology & ( READ MORE )

Pre-surgery immunotherapy may improve treatment for deadly brain cancer

With a five-year survival rate of barely 5%, glioblastoma remains one of the deadliest brain cancers. First-line treatment consists of surgery to remove as much tumor tissue as possible. ( READ MORE )

Breathing without brakes: An unexpected cause of Rett syndrome symptoms

Hyperventilating. Breath-holding until they turn blue. This abnormal breathing is frequent and disturbing in people with Rett syndrome, a rare genetic disease. Now University of Connecticut researchers report in Current ( READ MORE )

Berry compound reduces fat buildup in muscle cells, study finds

Ectopic lipid accumulation in skeletal muscle is a major health concern driven by factors like high-fat diets, lack of exercise and aging. Unlike subcutaneous fat, these intracellular lipid droplets interfere ( READ MORE )

The Truth About American Food Safety

Have sprawling outbreaks become the norm? ( READ MORE )

GLP-1 treatment late in life extends lifespan in animal model

A study published in Nature has shown that the GLP-1 drug semaglutide extended the lifespan of older, healthy mice by tempering the detrimental effects of aging. Researchers at the University ( READ MORE )

Level of education most strongly linked to survival after hip fracture

Level of education is the socioeconomic factor most strongly associated with survival rates after acute hip surgery. This is shown in a Linköping University study of 58,000 people. The results ( READ MORE )

Healthier fats linked to longer survival after prostate cancer diagnosis

Men diagnosed with nonmetastatic prostate cancer can generally expect to live for many years after their diagnosis. However, cardiovascular disease and other cancers remain important threats to their long-term health. ( READ MORE )

Genetic tests may miss reaction risk from drug prescribed to millions

A genetic marker already used to flag the risk of a life-threatening reaction to the antibiotic vancomycin also identifies patients at risk of that reaction to lamotrigine—and it is missing ( READ MORE )

Genetics of personality may shape more life outcomes than previously thought

An international consortium of researchers found that more than 1,200 different genetic variants are associated with the Big Five personality traits—and, surprisingly, these personality genetics are linked to dozens of ( READ MORE )

How wildfire smoke may contribute to neurodegenerative diseases

Researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix have uncovered how wildfire smoke may trigger harmful inflammation in the brain, offering new insight into why prolonged smoke exposure has been associated ( READ MORE )

Musicians' brains stay one step ahead, study finds

Musicians don't just learn movement sequences faster; they predict what's coming next sooner, according to new research that also found newly formed motor memories can be disrupted by seeing different ( READ MORE )

Expanding telehealth access calls for stronger physician support

Telehealth has transformed health care access, making it easier for millions of patients to connect with physicians without leaving home. New research from the University of Miami Business School finds ( READ MORE )

Urine test identifies more than nine in ten bladder cancers, clinical study finds

New research has found that more than 9 in 10 patients with bladder cancer were identified through a noninvasive urine test after urgent referral. The study, led by the University ( READ MORE )

Could skin reveal new clues about aging and frailty?

When it comes to aging skin, scientists think of much more than wrinkles. They think of an organ with multitudes of microbes, immune cells, structural proteins and chemical signals that ( READ MORE )

Painful periods during adolescence linked to symptoms years earlier

More than half of girls participating in the long-term U.S. Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) study developed painful periods (dysmenorrhea) by age 12 or 13, according to new research published ( READ MORE )

Migraine treatment gets a rethink: New guide prioritizes patient voice and choice

A migraine headache can easily bring someone's usual day to a halt. The intense throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head, often comes with nausea, vision disturbances and ( READ MORE )

Review finds fragmented reporting on bias in commercial medical AI validation

The recent flood of artificial intelligence (AI) models and content has undoubtedly introduced an unwelcome flaw from the human-made content it scrapes: bias. AI has been shown to form, copy ( READ MORE )

Tau's surprise birthplace offers a clue to how Alzheimer's tangles begin

Where and how does an Alzheimer's tangle begin? A new study by neuroscientists at Columbia University challenges a long-held assumption about the source of toxic tau proteins, which form neurofibrillary ( READ MORE )

Psychologists investigate how first impressions influence impressions of trustworthiness

First impressions of whether someone appears trustworthy are influenced by the faces we have just seen, according to new research from psychologists at the University of Aberdeen. The study is ( READ MORE )

Understanding the link between hepatitis C and HIV persistence

Naglaa Shoukry and Petronela Ancuta, researchers in the Immunopathology Research Theme at the Centre de recherche du CHUM (CRCHUM), are shedding new light on one of the greatest challenges in ( READ MORE )

First human clinical trial to test precision form of FLASH proton therapy

A new form of proton therapy—designed to deliver cancer-killing radiation therapy in less than a second, through fewer sessions, with potentially less risk of damaging side effects—is now being tested ( READ MORE )

Buprenorphine treatment differs in urban, rural areas

Buprenorphine access and treatment differ between urban and rural areas, according to research published in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. ( READ MORE )

Too much coffee may weaken bones, study finds

Following nearly 10,000 older women for 10 years, researchers found that tea drinking was associated with slightly higher hip bone density. Moderate coffee consumption did not appear harmful, but drinking ( READ MORE )

Your neighborhood in your 20s may shape your heart decades later

Where you live in early adulthood may quietly shape your heart health for decades. Researchers found that adverse neighborhood conditions were linked to a higher risk of coronary artery calcification ( READ MORE )

Obesity leaves a lasting memory in immune cells

Obesity appears to leave a molecular imprint on key immune cells that may persist for 5 to 10 years after weight loss. This long-lasting “obesity memory” could help explain why ( READ MORE )

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People With Unexplained Fainting Finally Get Some Answers With Take-Home Device

(MedPage Today) -- For people going to emergency departments (EDs) for syncope, an extended ECG monitoring protocol made an eventual diagnosis more likely even though their fainting frequency was ultimately ( READ MORE )

The Backlash Against Polyester Has Gone Too Far

Clothing made from natural fibers isn’t always better. ( READ MORE )

Infective Endocarditis Trial Backs Less Intense Antibiotic Approach

(MedPage Today) -- Shorter antibiotic treatment worked better in clinically stabilized patients with infective endocarditis on the left side of the heart, even though the risk of infection relapse may ( READ MORE )

Nurse Who Saved Baby in Pakistan Hospital Fire Wishes She Could Have Saved the Rest

(MedPage Today) -- Razia Noreen and her colleagues had just checked on the 15 newborns in their care at the hospital nursery in Islamabad and were preparing injections for some ( READ MORE )

As GLP-1 Use Expands Into Dermatology, So Do the Medicolegal Implications

(MedPage Today) -- Medical liability cases involving GLP-1 receptor agonist use in dermatology have occurred infrequently to date but warrant careful attention as the use increases, a medicolegal review suggests. ( READ MORE )

Judge Tells Lindsay Clancy Jury to Keep Deliberating After Non-Unanimous Decision

(MedPage Today) -- Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy trial said Tuesday they've been unable to reach a unanimous decision on whether the Massachusetts mother was criminally responsible for killing her ( READ MORE )

Mounjaro's Label Expands; Type 1 Diabetes on the Rise; Testosterone and Afib

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA expanded the indication for tirzepatide (Mounjaro) to include reducing the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in high-risk adults with type 2 diabetes, Eli Lilly ( READ MORE )

Alzheimer's Genetic Risk; Underreported Dementia; Exercise or Nap After Sleep Loss?

(MedPage Today) -- A new APOE-independent multi-ancestry polygenic risk score for Alzheimer's disease was associated with cognitive decline and neuropathological hallmarks in a study of diverse populations. (Nature Genetics) Diabetes-related ( READ MORE )

Is the Push for Med Student Research Predatory?

(MedPage Today) -- Medical students are conducting more research than ever before, but does this make them better doctors or improve the field of medicine? Physicians have been debating these ( READ MORE )

New MI Definition; Lipid-Lowering Advances; Former ESC Prez's Misconduct?

(MedPage Today) -- A diagnosis of myocardial infarction (MI) now falls into one of three types: primary, secondary, or procedure-related, based on the new Fifth Universal Definition. (Journal of the ( READ MORE )

Plozasiran Notches Big Wins in Severe Hypertriglyceridemia

(MedPage Today) -- Treatment with plozasiran (Redemplo) significantly reduced triglycerides among patients with severe hypertriglyceridemia, two phase III studies showed. Compared with placebo, the small interfering RNA therapy reduced triglycerides ( READ MORE )

FDA Adds Boxed Warning to Iron Replacement Injection

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved a label change for ferric carboxymaltose injection (Injectafer) that adds a boxed warning for the risk of symptomatic hypophosphatemia. The agency recommends monitoring of ( READ MORE )

Doctor Sues Over Residency Application System

(MedPage Today) -- A physician is bringing antitrust claims against the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) for what she alleges is a monopoly over the residency application process that's ( READ MORE )

Will Patient Deaths Derail the CAR-T Train in Autoimmune Disease?

(MedPage Today) -- Two Big Pharma companies have reportedly paused their ongoing trials of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies in lupus and other autoimmune inflammatory diseases after some participants ( 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 )

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 )

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 )

MONDAY, Aug. 31, 2026 — In the summer of 2024, Emilie and Justin Solomon found themselves on a top-secret mission in Greece. Their family and friends thought the adventure-loving couple ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- Centenarians' offspring exhibit delayed onset of mortality and various morbidities, according to a study published online Aug. 26 in JAMA Network Open. Eric R. Reed, ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- There was a 10-fold increase in youth-onset type 2 diabetes from 2002 to 2023, according to a study to be presented at the annual meeting ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- Integrated cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is effective for primary care patients with depression, according to a study published in the June issue of The Lancet ( READ MORE )

OSAKA, Japan and CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, August 28, 2026 – Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of the New Drug Application (NDA)* for Mimrylo™ (rusfertide) for the ( READ MORE )

FOSTER CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Bixlenvo™ (bictegravir 75 mg/lenacapavir 50 mg), the smallest once-daily single ( READ MORE )

August 28, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Stelara (ustekinumab) injection for the treatment of moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC) in pediatric patients aged ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- Probable postictal psychosis (PIP) is associated with an increased risk for subsequent primary psychotic disorders, according to a study published online Aug. 26 in BMJ ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- A healthy lifestyle in early childhood is associated with a reduced risk for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a study published online Aug. 24 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- Children with chest tightness variant asthma (CTVA) have higher fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) levels and lower parameters of small airway function, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 — People with diabetes can now get an early warning when a dangerous complication starts to build in their bodies. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- A 13-indicator routine laboratory model shows moderate discrimination for distinguishing heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), according to a study published online Aug. 9 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 -- Allograft survival is unaffected when kidney transplant (KT) is performed after short-term pretransplant dialysis duration (PTDD), according to a study published online Aug. 24 in ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 — People whose parents have reached age 100 can expect to reap some health benefits from their folks’ longevity, a new study says. They tend to ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 — Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness, like the cyclosporiasis cases that have led to hundreds of illnesses, two deaths and produce recalls in several states, remind ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 28, 2026 — For people with asthma or COPD, reaching for a rescue inhaler too often may be a warning sign — not just for their lungs, but ( 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 )

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

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