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‘Food divorce’ trend among couples could drive them apart, experts warn

The "food divorce" trend has some couples eating separately, but experts warn the growing trend erodes relationship quality and emotional well-being over time. ( READ MORE )

BRICS countries call for stronger cooperation in health, endorse initiatives on TB

In the New Delhi Delhi Declaration after their meeting, the leaders said they reaffirmed their commitment to advancing universal health coverage through "resilient, inclusive and people-centred approaches". ( READ MORE )

Marengo Asia raises ₹400-cr from LeapFrog Investments to double bed capacity

Marengo operates five hospitals in India and has a strategic partnership in Saudi Arabia. It has a capacity of 2,000 beds and operates facilities across the National Capital Region, Gujarat ( READ MORE )

Nighttime bathroom trips could reveal hidden health issues — here's when to worry

Nocturia affects half of adults over 50, but experts say frequent nighttime urination could signal sleep apnea, diabetes or an enlarged prostate. ( READ MORE )

Political fights can rip couples apart — therapist shares 3 ways to save a relationship

A marriage therapist reveals three strategies for couples navigating the political divide, from setting boundaries to finding compromise. ( READ MORE )

India crosses 80 lakh HPV vax in nationwide cervical cancer prevention drive

The nationwide HPV vaccination campaign was launched on February 28 to vaccinate girls aged 14 years. The HPV vaccine plays a vital role in preventing cervical cancer, one of the ( READ MORE )

SC junks per-serve labelling plea, calls FSSAI's phased FOPL rollout 'ambiguous'

The All India Food Processors’ Association had filed an affidavit on Wednesday arguing that different food categories should be assessed according to the quantities in which they are normally consumed, ( READ MORE )

'Very hot' coffee and tea linked to higher cancer risk in nearly 1 million adults

A University of Oxford study of nearly 1 million adults links very hot tea and coffee to a threefold higher risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. ( READ MORE )

Record U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak is over, CDC says

The largest outbreak, linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, sickened more than 12,000 people. ( READ MORE )

Son who lost father in 9/11 attacks shares powerful lessons 25 years later: ‘I’m still here’

A 9/11 survivor's son reveals the grief techniques that transformed his mental health 25 years after losing his father at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. ( READ MORE )

Healthcare biz must balance financial discipline with purpose, long-term strategy: Ameera Shah

Speaking at the sixth edition of ETHealthWorld’s Healthcare Leaders Summit, Ameera Shah, Promoter and Executive Chairperson, Metropolis Healthcare, said healthcare businesses cannot be evaluated through a financial lens alone, and ( READ MORE )

PE ownership need not change a hospital’s character if expectations are aligned: Dilip Jose

Speaking at the sixth edition of ETHealthWorld’s Healthcare Leaders Summit, Dilip Jose, Managing Director and CEO, Manipal Hospitals, said private equity ownership and healthcare’s social responsibility are not inherently in ( READ MORE )

India needs healthcare regulation built around transparency and patient protection: Shailaja Chandra

Speaking at the sixth edition of ETHealthWorld’s Healthcare Leaders Summit, Shailaja Chandra, Former Chief Secretary, Government of NCT of Delhi, called for stronger healthcare regulation and mandatory disclosure of comparable ( READ MORE )

Trump promises $500 Obamacare rebate checks for 1M enrollees in 30 states

The Trump administration is promising $500 rebate checks to about 1 million ACA enrollees across 30 states ( READ MORE )

Lindsay Clancy’s lawyer asks the judge to spare her a second trial for killing her children

Lindsay Clancy’s attorney is asking a Massachusetts judge to acquit her of charges that she killed her three young children ( READ MORE )

Private equity can expand healthcare, but capital must align with quality, access and patient interest: Experts

At the sixth edition of ETHealthWorld’s Healthcare Leaders Summit, healthcare leaders and investors examined the role of private equity in addressing India’s capacity gap, while stressing that investment must be ( READ MORE )

Affordability will not come from making healthcare cheaper; India must expand supply: Abhay Soi

Speaking at the sixth edition of ETHealthWorld’s Healthcare Leaders Summit, Abhay Soi, Chairman and Managing Director, Max Healthcare, said India’s healthcare challenge lies in simultaneously building hospital capacity, retaining clinical ( READ MORE )

Congo’s Ebola outbreak rapidly spreading beyond epicenter, health body warns

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is spreading rapidly beyond its epicenter, according to Africa's top health body ( READ MORE )

Surrogate asks the Supreme Court to intervene over care for a sick baby

A California couple’s surrogate who refused their wishes to have an abortion is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a custody dispute over the 4-week-old child who was ( READ MORE )

Here’s a rapid-fire update on our 33-stock portfolio, including Cramer’s 6 favorites to buy

Jim's current faves include three tech names and a bank stock. ( READ MORE )

Alcohol tied to surprising cancer death pattern in adults under 55, researchers find

Alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the United States more than doubled from 1990 to 2023, with colorectal cancer surpassing liver cancer in younger men. ( READ MORE )

Private Equity vs Patient Affordability: India's Healthcare Conundrum Takes Centre Stage at 6th Healthcare Leaders Summit

India’s healthcare sector is witnessing growing private equity investment, raising critical questions around affordability, access and the future of care delivery. ETHealthworld’s 6th Healthcare Leaders Summit will bring together industry ( READ MORE )

Ground Zero first responder needed major surgery decades after 9/11 exposure: ‘I thought it was over’

Volunteer EMT Mordechai Shedrowitzky shares how Ground Zero dust exposure led to years of hospitalizations, steroids and a rare airway disease diagnosis. ( READ MORE )

A rare disease is taking his vision. A gene therapy could help — if he can get it

A well-connected family’s fight to access a potential treatment for their son highlights the barriers most rare disease patients struggle to overcome. ( READ MORE )

Coroner releases details of infants who died amid growing measles outbreak

A Pennsylvania coroner confirms that the two measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania last month involved infants, and the virus itself caused one of the deaths ( READ MORE )

Kenya's nurses end six-week strike after signing deal with government

A 43-day nurses’ strike in Kenya that paralyzed public hospitals has ended after the government and the nurses’ union signed a return-to-work agreement ( READ MORE )

Weight regain after obesity drugs tied to higher odds of suicidal thoughts in observational study

Weight-loss drug users who regained weight had 4.2 times higher odds of suicidal ideation, according to a study analyzing data from over 27,000 adults. ( READ MORE )

'Patients pay the tariff': Swiss pharma CEO warns of Trump's generic drug tariff threat

Sandoz CEO Richard Saynor warns steep U.S. tariffs on imported generic drugs could force manufacturers to raise prices or cut supply. ( READ MORE )

Report says Australian study finds 31 rugby league players with brain disease CTE

The Australian Broadcasting Corp. says a study has found that 31 rugby league players have been diagnosed with the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) ( READ MORE )

Jim Cramer says investors are too focused on AI stocks. Here’s where he says to look instead

CNBC's Jim Cramer said investors should look beyond the AI data-center trade as compelling opportunities emerge in other areas of the market. ( READ MORE )

Joe Biden shares health update after prostate cancer diagnosis while issuing warning to others

Joe Biden revealed his radiation treatment from last fall "worked as intended" as he urged men to discuss prostate cancer screening with their doctors. ( READ MORE )

Drug developed for lung disease may slow biological aging in surprising ‘bonus’

Rentosertib, an AI-discovered drug for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, made patients appear three to four years biologically younger in a clinical trial. ( READ MORE )

Kenya's doctors threaten to join strike by nurses, citing increased workload in hospitals

Doctors in Kenya have threatened to join a strike by nurses that has entered a sixth week, citing an increased workload in hospitals as they cover for the impact of ( READ MORE )

Pharma major Novartis falls 10% after three drug trial setbacks

Shares of Novartis tanked on Tuesday after results from its del-desiran drug trial disappointed investors. ( READ MORE )

AstraZeneca's COPD drug scores two late-stage trial wins as full data boosts blockbuster hopes

The full data reinforces hopes that the drug could be a breakthrough COPD treatment and reach AstraZeneca's peak annual sales forecast of more than $5 billion. ( READ MORE )

105-year-old credits ‘the good Lord’ for her long life: ‘Every day is a blessing’

Blynda Vidock of Baytown, Texas, still lives independently at 105 and credits faith, athletics and eating well for her remarkable longevity. ( READ MORE )

Cholesterol drug setback casts doubt over multibillion-dollar race 

Novartis’ failure raises the stakes for Amgen and Eli Lilly in the race to turn lower Lp(a) levels into fewer heart attacks and strokes. ( READ MORE )

Dangerous mosquito-borne virus spreads in one state as officials warn of rising cases

Florida dengue fever cases hit 41 statewide as mosquito-control crews ramp up aerial spraying and inspections across Tampa Bay's hardest-hit counties. ( READ MORE )

Husband of Tanzania's president dies while undergoing hospital treatment

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan's husband has died while undergoing treatment in Zanzibar ( READ MORE )

Longevity doctor reveals what matters most for aging well, beyond pricey biohacks

Dr. Annu Navani shares four low-cost longevity habits rooted in sleep, stress management, nutrition and resistance training for a longer health span. ( READ MORE )

Congo’s Ebola burial teams battle community anger, fatigue and fear of infection

The burial of a young chorister in Bunia highlights the ongoing Ebola crisis in Congo ( READ MORE )

Carbon credit financing emerges as Africa’s biggest bet for expanding clean cooking

Carbon credit financing is helping to drive Africa’s clean cooking transition by making cleaner stoves affordable for millions of low-income households ( READ MORE )

Why Tasers sometimes fail to stop suspects — and what weight has to do with it

Multiple Taser deployments failed to stop Pamela Cisneros in the Times Square stabbing, raising urgent questions about how body composition can impact effectiveness. ( READ MORE )

Georgia woman celebrates 112th birthday, reveals her secret to a long life

Mabel Dunbar of Fayetteville, Georgia, turned 112 and says religious faith and close family ties are the secrets behind her remarkable longevity. ( READ MORE )

The million-to-1 disease so rare if I don't wake my daughter every 4 hours she could die

EXCLUSIVE: The routine sounds harmless, but tragically, parents of children with GSD1b live with the pressure of not being able to make one mistake. ( READ MORE )

The little-known vitamin deficiency behind your fatigue and brain fog

Constant brain fog, nagging headaches and heavy fatigue that never seems to go away could be a sign of a little-known vitamin deficiency. ( READ MORE )

Major 'mixing pills' warning issued to pensioners as '1,000 a day' end up in A&E

Clinicians are calling for better training for doctors on de-prescribing medications for elderly patients, as more and more are experiencing side effects. ( READ MORE )

Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified ( READ MORE )

Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent ( READ MORE )

I’m a geriatrician — 5 ways I can tell which families will navigate aging better

An expert shares the five habits that can make caring for an aging loved one more manageable before a crisis hits. ( READ MORE )

Third measles death recorded in US in 2026

A 40-year-old woman in Pennsylvania has died of measles, authorities said Sunday, bringing this year's death toll from the highly contagious, preventable disease to three amid declining vaccination rates. ( READ MORE )

Pancreatic tumors use clotting pathway to build immune shields, study finds

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have found that small populations of pancreatic cancer cells can create localized immune-protective niches that shield tumors from immune attack. ( READ MORE )

Protein restriction may trigger body-wide program linked to longer life

A new perspective from LSU's Pennington Biomedical Research Center proposes a new way of understanding how dietary protein restriction may promote healthy aging and extend lifespan: through a coordinated physiological ( READ MORE )

Early blood protein clues could identify children at risk of cardiometabolic disease

Researchers at Vanderbilt Health, UTHealth Houston and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have identified early signs of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic disease (CKMD) in children as young as 8 years ( READ MORE )

Smartphones could be used to screen for cataracts and other eye problems

Researchers have found a high level of agreement between cataract referral decisions based on smartphone images reviewed remotely and those made by ophthalmologists examining patients in person at rural eye ( READ MORE )

Rare cortical neurons can synchronize brain activity and promote sleep in mice

What makes the brain fall asleep? For nearly a century, scientists have looked to structures deep within the brain for the answer. In the traditional view, these regions control when ( READ MORE )

DR Congo's worst Ebola epidemic ever passes 7,000 cases

More than 7,000 Ebola cases have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo's worst-ever outbreak of the deadly disease, according to figures released Saturday by Congolese authorities. ( READ MORE )

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn't involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet—and besides, ( READ MORE )

Training nurses like athletes

Chandler Browning always dreamed of being part of The University of Texas at Arlington's nationally recognized nursing program and pursuing her goal of becoming a certified registered nurse anesthetist. Now ( READ MORE )

Trial supports MRI surveillance over preventive brain radiation in small-cell lung cancer

Results from the international phase 3 SWOG S1827 MAVERICK trial show that brain MRI surveillance alone improved cognitive failure-free survival compared with MRI surveillance plus prophylactic cranial irradiation (PCI) in ( READ MORE )

Ivonescimab significantly improves overall survival versus pembrolizumab in advanced lung cancer

Ivonescimab significantly prolonged overall survival compared with pembrolizumab as first-line treatment for patients with PD-L1-positive advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to a prespecified interim analysis of the phase ( READ MORE )

Trial shows risvutatug rezetecan significantly improves overall survival in relapsed small-cell lung cancer

Results from the randomized Phase III ARTEMIS-008 trial show that risvutatug rezetecan (Ris-Rez), a B7-H3-directed antibody-drug conjugate, significantly improved overall survival compared with topotecan in patients with relapsed small-cell lung ( READ MORE )

Combination therapy does not meet primary endpoints in first-line PD-L1-high metastatic non-small cell lung cancer

Sacituzumab govitecan (SG) plus pembrolizumab did not demonstrate a statistically significant improvement in progression-free survival compared with pembrolizumab alone as first-line treatment for patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer ( READ MORE )

Tam-Peli extends survival by nearly four months in relapsed small-cell lung cancer

The phase 3 TAISHAN-302 trial found that tambotatug pelitecan (Tam-Peli, YL201), a novel anti-B7-H3 antibody-drug conjugate, significantly improved overall survival, progression-free survival and objective response rate compared with topotecan in ( READ MORE )

Simple perception test can accurately predict success of laser surgery for age-related vision loss

Laser blended vision is a treatment for presbyopia, the natural deterioration of our ability to see things close up that develops in people 40 and older. This type of laser ( READ MORE )

Shedding new light on DNA repair in early human embryos, with implications for gene editing

Treating inherited diseases is one of the greatest challenges in modern medicine. In the future, targeted gene corrections at the earliest stages of embryonic development could help prevent certain inherited ( READ MORE )

Study suggests profile of people diagnosed with ADHD and autism has changed over the past decade

A study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and Aarhus University shows that children and adolescents diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in ( READ MORE )

AI virtual cell uses protein dynamics to predict personalized breast cancer treatments

Not all cancer cells are the same, and neither are their responses to drugs. Finding the right drug for the right cancer cell is a long battle in drug development ( READ MORE )

Ketamine reveals shifting brain activity patterns linked to depression improvement in older adults

Researchers at Texas A&M University's Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine have identified time-specific patterns of brain activity following ketamine treatment in older adults with treatment-resistant depression. ( READ MORE )

New research reveals underlying mechanisms of eye inflammation

A new study published in The American Journal of Pathology provides new evidence that immune cells enter the retina via the body's standard pathway, identifying PECAM as the gatekeeper and ( READ MORE )

Wound-healing peptides curb bacterial colonization in cystic fibrosis airway models

Cystic fibrosis, one of the most common genetic diseases in Switzerland, promotes chronic bacterial infections by impairing the protective barrier of the airways. Scientists at the University of Geneva (UNIGE) ( READ MORE )

Investigational EGFR x HER3 therapy supports Phase III dose after lung cancer trial

An investigational EGFR x HER3 antibody-drug conjugate demonstrated promising efficacy with a tolerable safety profile in patients with previously treated EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), supporting selection of the ( READ MORE )

Perioperative atezolizumab + chemotherapy more than doubles event-free survival in resectable stage II–IIIB NSCLC

Patients with resectable stage II–IIIB non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treated with perioperative atezolizumab plus platinum-based chemotherapy experienced a median event-free survival of 62.8 months compared with 34.9 months for ( READ MORE )

Local consolidative therapy does not improve survival after dual immunotherapy in metastatic NSCLC

Adding local consolidative therapy (LCT) after induction treatment with nivolumab plus ipilimumab did not improve overall survival or progression-free survival in patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), including ( READ MORE )

Pumitamig plus elfetabart drozuntecan shows encouraging early activity in small cell lung cancer

The investigational combination of pumitamig and elfetabart drozuntecan (elfe-D) demonstrated a manageable safety profile and encouraging early antitumor activity in patients with small cell lung cancer (SCLC), according to first ( READ MORE )

Extended-interval tarlatamab dosing shows consistent activity and safety in previously treated small cell lung cancer

Extended-interval dosing regimens of tarlatamab demonstrated efficacy, safety and pharmacokinetic profiles generally consistent with the established every-two-week regimen in patients with previously treated small cell lung cancer (SCLC), according to ( READ MORE )

Subcutaneous tarlatamab shows favorable safety profile and antitumor activity in extensive-stage small cell lung cancer

Subcutaneous administration of tarlatamab was well tolerated and demonstrated preliminary antitumor activity in patients with previously treated extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC), according to findings from the phase 1b ( READ MORE )

PET/MRI improves presurgical lesion detection in pediatric epilepsy

In children with difficult-to-diagnose epilepsy, PET/MRI can pinpoint areas of the brain responsible for seizures, even when MRI scans are negative or inconclusive. A new study of a large pediatric ( READ MORE )

Rheumatoid arthritis: Timely diagnosis and early treatment initiation are key determinants of prognosis

Early, consistently managed treatment can have a decisive impact on the course of rheumatoid arthritis and prevent permanent joint damage. An international review led by Josef S. Smolen of the ( READ MORE )

Trends reported in vaccination coverage for adolescents for 2025

Diphtheria toxoid and acellular pertussis (Tdap) and quadrivalent meningococcal conjugate (MenACWY) vaccination coverage for adolescents remained around 90% in 2025, and human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination did not increase for the ( READ MORE )

The secret to longer life may be hidden in bat DNA

Long-lived bats appear to combine powerful immune defenses with unusual strategies for eliminating damaged cells, potentially helping them avoid cancer and disease for decades. Researchers hope these genetic tricks could ( READ MORE )

Parasite Infestation Common in Eyelash Extensions, Study Suggests

(MedPage Today) -- A study of young women with eyelash extensions showed that almost all had some degree of infestation with Demodex folliculorum, spider-like parasites that feed on dead skin ( READ MORE )

Menopausal Hormone Therapy May Ease Severe Mood Symptoms

(MedPage Today) -- Use of systemic hormone therapy for menopause was associated with improvements in mood symptoms, a retrospective observational study suggested. At a mean follow-up of 4.5 months, women ( READ MORE )

False and Misleading Claims on Healthcare During the Republican Midterm Convention

(MedPage Today) -- President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other Republican officials came together for a 2-day convention this week to rally voters in advance of the midterm ( READ MORE )

Boycott of the American Diabetes Association Launched

(MedPage Today) -- Members of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) have launched a boycott against the organization, condemning leadership's actions in the aftermath of five researchers being removed by police ( READ MORE )

'Emergency' Medical Kits Touted by Dr. Drew and Others Draw Criticism

(MedPage Today) -- Clinicians are raising concerns about "medical emergency kits" containing antibiotics that are being sold for at-home use and promoted by media celebrities like Drew Pinsky, MD, better ( READ MORE )

Cancer Diagnosis, Then a Stroke; 9/11 Cancer Deaths; 'Grand Slam' Drug and Price

(MedPage Today) -- Patients with cancer had an increased risk of ischemic stroke, particularly in the first few months after diagnosis, most notably in patients with lung and pancreatic cancer, ( READ MORE )

The AI Pandemic Isn’t On Its Way

Yet plenty of others might be, thanks to evolution. ( READ MORE )

How Was Menopausal Hormone Therapy Linked to Heart Health?

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

CDC Warns Doctors About Spike in Rabies Activity

(MedPage Today) -- The CDC is warning doctors about an uptick in human exposures to rabid animals, saying it fielded 17% more rabies-related inquiries in the past 2 months than ( READ MORE )

Where Bright Lights Are Switched on at Night, Heart Troubles Follow

(MedPage Today) -- The concept that there are cardiovascular harms of nighttime light exposure gained greater credence with a large new study. Based on the U.K. Biobank cohort, people with ( READ MORE )

Autism Tied to 14-Year Gap in Life Expectancy

(MedPage Today) -- The life expectancy of people with autism spectrum disorder was 14 years shorter than that of other Americans, Medicaid data showed. Life expectancy at birth for Medicaid ( READ MORE )

FDA Says Record-Setting Cyclospora Outbreak Is Over -- Origin Still Unknown

(MedPage Today) -- The largest Cyclospora food poisoning outbreak in U.S. history is over, health officials said Friday. FDA officials said they are confident that all recalled iceberg lettuce related ( READ MORE )

Loss of Follow-Up Predictors in Wet AMD

(MedPage Today) -- A fifth of patients receiving treatment for neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD) stopped care without explanation during long-term follow-up in a large multicenter Canadian cohort. Overall, ( READ MORE )

3,349 Dead in Outbreak; Bouncy Castle Staph Infections; RFK Jr.'s Military Jet

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record in eastern Congo is rapidly spreading beyond its epicenter, the Africa CDC ( READ MORE )

The Vaccine Recommendations Are Out. Now Comes the Hard Part.

(MedPage Today) -- Last week, leading medical societies did something both unusual and indispensable: The American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, ( READ MORE )

Too much light at night may quietly reshape your heart

Nighttime light exposure was linked to thicker, stiffer heart chambers and early signs of reduced heart function in a study of more than 11,000 people. The findings suggest that keeping ( READ MORE )

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Your next prescription could be treating a side effect from the last one

A major Ontario study found 24 common medication chains in which one drug’s side effects can be mistaken for a new medical problem, leading to another prescription. Researchers say closer ( READ MORE )

Study of 1.9 million people finds a striking link between ADHD and gut problems

Researchers analyzing data from more than 1.9 million people found that ADHD is associated with substantially higher rates of digestive problems. People with ADHD had nearly double the odds of ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 11, 2026 — Twenty-five years after the World Trade Center attacks, cancer has become the defining health problem among survivors who breathed the toxic dust. The number who ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 11, 2026 — Eyelash extensions can give you fuller lashes — but a new study warns they may create a welcoming environment for something you definitely don't want: ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 11, 2026 — A spinal implant can significantly reduce pain suffered by people with diabetes-related nerve damage, a new study says. Spinal cord stimulation blunted pain and improved ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 11, 2026 — The use of probiotic supplements has skyrocketed in the United States, but people’s pursuit of a healthy gut still doesn’t extend to their daily diet, ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 11, 2026 — Women with obesity might be able to improve their fertility through weight-loss surgery, a new study says. Bariatric surgery appears to improve menstrual cycle frequency ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 11, 2026 — The microscopic organisms that live on a baby’s skin could provide an early warning sign of eczema or food allergies, a new study says. Babies ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 11, 2026 — Musician Zack Morgan jokes that when he lost his corporate job in 2015, it was like being pushed off a cliff. For years, he said, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 10, 2026 — A Pennsylvania coroner has confirmed that measles killed one of two infants who died in the state last month, but federal health officials still are ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 10, 2026 — Hormone therapy started during menopause might reduce a woman’s risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study says. For common menopause symptoms such as ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 10, 2026 — Exposure to too much light at night may actually change the shape and function of your heart, new research reveals. "Previous observational studies have linked ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 10, 2026 — Changes in a person’s voice might be an early warning sign of brain decline and dementia. People with worsening voice quality — changes in pitch, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 10, 2026 — Talking to a counselor before major surgery might boost seniors’ recovery following a procedure, a new study says. Mental health coaching before surgery can help ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 10, 2026 — Vaping isn’t just annoying to passersby who have to walk through clouds of vapor, but might be actively harmful to the environment, a new study ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 10, 2026 — A group of Democratic lawmakers is calling for the Trump administration to suspend a new surveillance program it quietly launched to collect the personal and ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9, 2026 — A drug that heart doctors widely expected to become the next major weapon against heart attacks has failed in a large clinical trial, drugmaker Novartis ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9, 2026 — A widely used weight-loss and diabetes drug may offer a surprising bonus: healthier lungs. "GLP-1 receptor agonists are widely used to treat type 2 diabetes ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9, 2026 — ER visits by children suffering suicide-related crises jumped before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, a new study says. Emergency department visits among children involving self-harm ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9, 2026 — Students are hungry and stressed following the end of a pandemic-era policy that provided free school meals to all, a new study says. Fewer kids ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9, 2026 — People may need to be as wary of fake reviews when they’re shopping for a new doctor as they would be scrolling on Amazon, a ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9, 2026 — A genetically altered pig kidney helped keep a man alive for one year while he awaited a permanent human organ transplant, a new paper says. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9, 2026 — After a failed round of in vitro fertilization this year, Anne Hug’s fertility doctor said she had a single polyp in her uterus that should ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new daily pill for adults with advanced breast cancer whose tumors have found a way ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 — Laughter has been called the best medicine, but can it help you breathe better? Yes, says a new study that found laughter therapy as effective ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 — Every fall after school starts, I see an influx of kids with respiratory illnesses. As the weather cools and we spend more time indoors, it ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 — Kids spend hours every day in the classroom — and what they're breathing in could affect their lungs, according to a new study. "We know ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — Asthma is a long-term condition, but there are ways to keep it under good control so that you feel your best. What Is Asthma? Asthma ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 — A growing number of younger children are being prescribed weight-loss drugs like Ozempic or Zepbound to treat their obesity, a new study says. While it’s ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 — People with asthma might get as much benefit from increasing their daily step count as they would from a structured aerobic exercise program, a new ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 8, 2026 — People with lung cancer are more likely to have hidden deposits of microplastics in their lungs, a new study says. About 66% of lung cancer ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 -- The evidence is insufficient to support routine use of lumbar supports for managing chronic low back pain (CLBP) in adults, according to research published online ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 -- Illicit-source fentanyl exposure is linked to a significantly higher risk of opioid-related harmful outcomes than medical-source exposure, according to a study published online Aug. 14 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — Your teen has been flipping through Instagram for nearly an hour when they get a pop-up that says: “SURGEON GENERAL’S WARNING: Social media is associated ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 -- For patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and Alzheimer disease (AD), non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants (NOACs) are associated with modestly slower cognitive decline, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 -- For patients with prostate cancer, adverse pathological features are prognostic, but do not modify the benefit of adding hormone therapy (HT) to postoperative radiotherapy, according ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 -- Individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) have increased odds ratios for dementia and ischemic stroke, even at younger ages, according to a study published in ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 -- For patients with anemia undergoing elective cardiac surgery, preoperative intravenous iron is associated with improved outcomes, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — A frozen berry blend sold at Walmart stores in 16 states has been pulled from shelves as a precaution, widening a recall connected to an ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 -- Updated recommendations are presented for adult stroke rehabilitation and recovery in a guideline issued by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association and published ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — Heart-pumping aerobic exercise can boost key thinking skills among women after menopause, a new study says. Postmenopausal women who practiced aerobic exercise four days a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — Your smartwatch may be giving you more credit for your workout than you actually earned. Researchers had 58 adults complete a cycling workout wearing four ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — There’s one personal factor that boosts survival among seniors who undergo surgery to repair a broken hip. Not how much money they have. Not where ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — U.S. cancer deaths linked to booze have doubled since the 1990s, a new study says. More than 23,000 alcohol-related cancer deaths were logged in 2023, ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Sept. 4, 2026 — In an open field, arrows whizzed through the humid June air and struck their targets. Campers and counselors cheered. It was archery hour at Camp ( READ MORE )

September 3, 2026 -- The FDA is aware of reports of patients having difficulty readily accessing their usual estradiol transdermal patches due to increased demand and is working with all ( READ MORE )

September 03, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zanvastro (zilganersen) injection for the treatment of Alexander disease in pediatric and adult patients. Zanvastro is the first ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 3, 2026 -- Alcohol-attributable cancer mortality has increased in the United States, with mortality rates higher in men and those aged 55 years or older, according to a ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 3, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Mimrylo (rusfertide) as a new treatment for adults with polycythemia vera who have not achieved adequate control ( READ MORE )

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) announced positive topline results from the Phase 3 CERVINO study1 evaluating etentamig, an investigational BCMA x CD3 bispecific T-cell ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 3, 2026 -- Functional physical performance is positively associated with quality of life (QoL) in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), according to a study published online Aug. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Sept. 3, 2026 -- For adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) eligible for induction chemotherapy, azacitidine plus venetoclax is associated with longer event-free survival than induction chemotherapy, according to ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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 )

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 )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Expands to Atlanta ( READ MORE )

Statement: Update on Title 42 Order ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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