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Simple exercise done just once a week could help lower blood pressure

Isometric exercise training like home wall squats produced significant blood pressure drops, but a cardiologist says dietary change may matter even more. ( READ MORE )

SC questions Centre over medicine price markups, says hospitals cannot survive through 'dacoity'

The Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned the Centre over the massive disparity between the maximum retail price (MRP) of medicines and their price to retailers, asking why the system appeared ( READ MORE )

Blood sugar spikes may be tied to everyday habits you can control, expert says

Jim LaValle reveals how post-meal glucose spikes, insulin resistance and sleep apnea are deeply connected, plus the 10-minute walking habit. ( READ MORE )

Ayushman Bharat Data going to be gamechanger for India and Global South: Dr M Srinivas

Speaking at the 20th edition of FICCI Heal 2026, Srinivas said,"Through the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, India has created a robust digital health ecosystem. Once this data is harnessed, AI ( READ MORE )

Sarah was in labour but was sent home because the midwife wanted a cup of tea and she 'wasn't in enough pain'. Then her waters broke in the garden... and she saw something unthinkable in the mirror

Most men, it's fair to say, have to be dragged kicking and screaming to get a vasectomy, writes SARAH CLOSE. Not my husband. ( READ MORE )

How to reduce your blood pressure without pills... and without moving: The growing evidence that suggests a simple exercise could help lower your BP

If I told you that one of the most effective ways of lowering your blood pressure involved not moving, you might think I'd misunderstood the whole point of exercise. ( READ MORE )

GSK Sees Cancer-Drug Pipeline Nearly Doubling Next Year After Dealmaking Spree

EXCLUSIVE: The U.K. drugmaker currently has five approved cancer medicines and a clinical-stage portfolio of about 15 assets. ( READ MORE )

Keralam unanimously passes landmark bill on senior citizens' welfare, first in country

The Keralam Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, was passed unanimously by the state Assembly after the government accepted several amendments moved by members of both the ( READ MORE )

What is PMOS and why did the name change? The Express GP explains

Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains a recently renamed condition affecting three to four million people in the UK. ( READ MORE )

Should you really take Vitamin D from now until April? So many swear by it and claim it can even help with dementia and cancer... but now a new study questions whether it really makes a difference as you age

As the nights draw in, many of us will be reaching for the vitamin D tablets. But a new study appears to raise questions about who really needs it. ( READ MORE )

Nadda calls for coordinated, whole-of-government approach to tackle substance abuse

He was speaking at the launch of a capacity-building training programme for medical and allied healthcare professionals engaged in drug de-addiction services, according to an official statement. ( READ MORE )

Gene switch therapy could prevent AND treat Alzheimer's

Researchers at the University of Bristol recently reported that they were able to convert the high-risk Alzheimer's gene, APOE4, into the lower-risk APOE3 gene. ( READ MORE )

'What does it say if a woman can't give birth in her own city?'

The Southern Health Trust plans to temporarily transfer inpatient maternity services from Daisy Hill to Craigavon. ( READ MORE )

Brain-zapping patch to help sleep could also ease anxiety

A skin patch on the face at night could increase the time spent in deep sleep - which is vital for protecting the brain against stress, depression and possibly even ( READ MORE )

Drugs that cool brain can save patients before they reach A&E

People who have a cardiac arrest could also benefit from a form of the treatment with everyday tablets - paracetamol, aspirin or ibuprofen ( READ MORE )

Cocaine, affairs, $200K phone bills and private jet fast food detours: The rise and fall of CrossFit’s cult-like founder

A new book reveals the sex, drugs and excessive spending that went along with the intense workouts. ( READ MORE )

Plant-based butter recalled because it contains mold and potentially deadly bacteria

About 1,300 cases of vegan butter have been pulled from store shelves over fears they may be contaminated with mold and potentially deadly bacteria. ( READ MORE )

The Honolulu Museum of Art is showing how art can influence thinking, perspective and mood, in an exhibition that is part of a trend by museums to mix science and ( READ MORE )

First confirmed Ebola patient in Nigeria evacuated to Switzerland

A Swiss woman being treated for Ebola in Nigeria was medically evacuated to Switzerland with her husband Monday, officials said, as Nigerian authorities continued monitoring 52 people who had been ( READ MORE )

Mona Lisa’s secret beauty struggle revealed by scientists

The iconic painting may reveal a hair-raising scientific secret. ( READ MORE )

America's young cancer explosion laid bare: Major Daily Mail investigation reveals zip codes where under-50s are worst hit... why 4 specific cancers are rising fast... and what the world's top scientists believe is actually causing the crisis

It was once an afterthought. But over the past few years, scientists across America have come to a troubling realization: Now more than ever, cancer is striking young people. ( READ MORE )

Diagnostic test could flag which men need aggressive prostate cancer treatment and which don't

The Decipher genomic test could help doctors decide which high-risk prostate cancer patients need abiraterone hormone therapy and which can skip it. ( READ MORE )

A cybersecurity issue forces a major New Mexico hospital to divert patients and close clinics

A major hospital network in New Mexico was racing to fix a cybersecurity issue on Monday that forced it to send ambulances to other hospitals and left the state without ( READ MORE )

Chicken wraps sold at Trader Joe's linked to 50 sicknesses with potentially deadly bacteria

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service confirmed on Friday that Trader Joe's Tarragon Chicken Salad Wraps are the source of the E. coli O157:H7 outbreak ( READ MORE )

4 unusual ways daylight saving time ending can harm your health — and how to minimize the damage

An expert shares how the extra hour of sleep may come at a cost to your brain, heart and blood sugar — especially if you have certain health conditions. ( READ MORE )

Skip the dental drill — a simple liquid could stop cavities from progressing: study

An innovative and inexpensive treatment could someday replace surgery for cavities, one of the most common dental conditions. ( READ MORE )

With tighter checks for flesh-eating screwworm, a border crossing reopens

Stockyards in New Mexico that had closed due to the New World screwworm outbreak are bustling again ( READ MORE )

What is ‘advance directive,’ the principle at heart of Ottawa’s new MAID law?

The principle of advance directives is “profoundly ethically complex,” one expert said, adding that it can be hard to predict how a person’s disease will progress. ( READ MORE )

The meat-flavoured snacks you love that are actually vegetarian...as EU bans them to avoid 'confusing customers'

They might taste just like the real thing, but some of Britain's best-loved meaty snacks are perfectly suitable for vegetarians and vegans. ( READ MORE )

Christina Applegate Isn’t Alone In Her Misdiagnosis. Mine Was Missed For 20 Years — And I Paid A Steep Price.

“I spent my entire adult life in near-constant pain, working full time and pretending my condition was no big deal. Maybe it didn’t have to be that way.” ( READ MORE )

PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR: Why I believe changing my diet could've prevented my stroke at 53... and delayed my mother's dementia - and how what I've learned could transform your health in just six weeks

In an exclusive newsletter series launching today, Daily Mail readers can discover how to put Prof Spector's research into practice - and even lose up to a stone in time ( READ MORE )

Andy Burnham urged to fix shameful state of end-of-life care with £200m Budget fund

Charities on the frontline of end-of-life care are calling for a 'transformation fund' to ensure more families get the support they need. ( READ MORE )

Cramer: I asked some tech insiders what to buy. They surprisingly said this drug stock

Looking beyond AI for the next big winner? This drug stock could be headed for a $2 trillion valuation. ( READ MORE )

I developed tinnitus five years ago and it's getting worse. It makes me dizzy, I can't sleep and my GP tells me nothing can be done. DR SCURR reveals why people suddenly develop the condition... and why distraction is the key treatment

I've had tinnitus since contracting Covid five years ago but it's got worse. My doctor says nothing can be done. Can you help? Dr Martin Scurr replies ( READ MORE )

Vatican confirms Pope Leo's Latin America trip after post-surgery checkup

Pope Leo XIV will proceed with his planned Nov. 6-17 trip to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, after doctors determined there are no medical reasons preventing him from traveling three weeks ( READ MORE )

New breakthrough in fight against devastating disease that kills 90K a year

A breakthrough treatment has made significant progress, showing promising results in decreasing recurrence and death from a devastating disease. ( READ MORE )

Dr Amir Khan says this 30-second balance exercise could help reduce your risk of falls

Dr Amir Khan has shared a simple 30-second balance exercise that could help reduce your risk of falls - and you can do it while brushing your teeth ( READ MORE )

Young women MUST know early signs of womb cancer that's rising in the under 50s...bleeding between periods isn't normal, expert warns

A breakthrough in the fight against womb cancer was unveiled today, after doctors discovered a drug combination that may be able to defeat the disease. ( READ MORE )

Exercise helps woman recover from partying life

Megan Hamon says her life has turned around after struggling with excessive drinking and partying. ( READ MORE )

Inside the astonishing rise in kidney stones in seemingly 'fit and healthy' patients - as experts reveal why the trendy diet with too much PROTEIN could be to blame

Weeks before her daughter's wedding, Sarah Wolfensohn noticed the tell-tale waves of colicky pain building in her left side and lower back. She knew it was a flare-up of her ( READ MORE )

Health secretary calls for visible improvements in cleanliness at public healthcare facilities

Chairing a virtual review meeting to assess the progress of Special Campaign 6 and preparedness for a dedicated sanitation and hygiene drive on October 27, Srivastava stressed that cleanliness at ( READ MORE )

Nine in 10 workers feel pressured to 'power through' when sick, study reveals

Research shows employees often feel pressured to work while sick, as GP urges people to prioritise rest and recovery. ( READ MORE )

NHS GP settles debate on whether 'man flu' is real or not

Is man flu real? NHS doctor reveals the truth, as cases of cold and flu increase as temperatures drop ( READ MORE )

Bayer Gets China Approval for Stroke-Prevention Drug in Global First for New Class

The authorization to launch Sunharbo in China is the first approval worldwide for a new class of blood-thinning medicines. ( READ MORE )

Genmab Shares Jump After Positive Cancer Study Results

The Danish biotech said an experimental drug cut the risk of death and disease progression for ovarian-cancer patients in a late-stage clinical trial. ( READ MORE )

Consultant doctors in England to strike next month

Senior doctors to stage 48-hour walkout, beginning on 25 November, in dispute over pay and pensions. ( READ MORE )

9 common health conditions state pensioners can get £76 per week for

Pensioners with eligible conditions can get an extra cash boost from the DWP. ( READ MORE )

National study finds decline in drug use–associated heart infections but growing share involves stimulants

A new national study found that hospitalizations for serious heart infections associated with drug use are declining after years of increases, driven largely by a decrease in opioid-associated cases. ( READ MORE )

Targeting fat-cell enzyme offers potential strategy to reduce obesity and cancer risk

Obesity touches countless lives across the country and can lead to many other health complications. From August 2021 to 2023, the prevalence of obesity in adults in the U.S. was ( READ MORE )

3D-printed implant prototype combines brain activity recording with targeted cooling

Researchers affiliated with the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden (IPF) and the Else Kröner Fresenius Center (EKFZ) for Digital Health at TU Dresden have developed a 3D-printed implant prototype ( READ MORE )

Guideline on shorter-course radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer updated

An updated clinical guideline from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) provides evidence-based recommendations on the use of hypofractionated radiation therapy for patients with localized prostate cancer. The guideline ( READ MORE )

How our blood vessels age from within

With every heartbeat, blood is pumped through a vast network of vessels throughout our body, delivering vital oxygen, nutrients and other essential substances to even its most remote corners. But ( READ MORE )

More than half of children under 5 exposed to hep B exposed via household contact

More than half of children younger than 5 years exposed to hepatitis B virus (HBV) are exposed by someone in their household other than their birth mother, according to a ( READ MORE )

Rising rates of colorectal cancer found in nearly all age groups

Colorectal cancer rates are rising across younger and older age groups, according to a study published in NEJM Evidence. ( READ MORE )

A doctor's take on new menopause guidelines

Many women I see in my practice have questions about menopause and hormone therapy. The newest guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) bring some welcome clarity. ( READ MORE )

IDSA: Cabotegravir + rilpivirine long-acting antiretroviral therapy beneficial in HIV

Cabotegravir + rilpivirine (CAB+RPV) long-acting (LA) antiretroviral therapy (ART) consistently maintains virologic suppression among virologically suppressed adults with HIV, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the ( READ MORE )

Deep brain stimulation improves new neuron maturation for memory

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) has traditionally been used to treat movement disorders and more recently some mental health disorders such as certain forms of depression, but research has suggested it ( READ MORE )

Summer's produce outbreaks expose gaps in FDA oversight of imported food

Most fresh fruits and vegetables imported into the United States come from foreign facilities that federal inspectors have rarely, if ever, visited, a new investigation finds. ( READ MORE )

Initial treatment for lower back pain is associated with subsequent risk of opioid use disorder and overdose

Adults on Medicaid who began treatment for a new bout of low back pain with a higher-dose opioid prescription were about two and a half times as likely to later ( READ MORE )

IDSA: Earlier introduction of HPV vaccine improves initiation, completion by age 13

Introducing the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine at ages 9 to 10 years rather than 11 to 12 years leads to a meaningful difference in initiation and completion of the vaccine ( READ MORE )

How blocking immune cell signals could make brain tumors easier to remove

In a new study published in Cancer Cell, researchers at VIB-KU Leuven reduced the spread of glioblastoma by interrupting specific interactions between the brain's immune cells and tumor cells. The ( READ MORE )

Do more cannabis stores near schools mean more teens use cannabis? Our research suggests the answer is complicated

When Canada legalized recreational cannabis in October 2018, one concern was that more legal stores would make cannabis easier for young people to access and encourage adolescent use. But does ( READ MORE )

Pathology research identifies potential new target for preventing brain metastasis

Research led by professor of pathology Mikhail Nikiforov, Ph.D., has identified a key mechanism that helps cancer cells spread to the brain, which may lead to a new target for ( READ MORE )

Medicare's prior-authorization pilot test led to an immediate drop in use of services

For many years, traditional Medicare has operated almost entirely without prior authorization, a requirement that clinicians obtain approval before certain services will be covered. The practice is controversial because it ( READ MORE )

Viruses obey the laws of physics—understanding why they infect people differently could lead to better treatments

The beauty of physics at the cellular scale is part of what draws biomedical engineers and biologists like us to the field of mechanobiology: the study of how physical forces ( READ MORE )

Leave home with a plan: What to pack in your medical kit and when to seek care for symptoms abroad

When people prepare to see a doctor before an international trip, vaccines usually dominate the conversation. ( READ MORE )

Blood pressure pregnancy clue could open door to new treatments

Researchers at the University of Manchester and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust have uncovered a hidden defect in the tiny blood vessels of women with preeclampsia, a dangerous and common ( READ MORE )

Higher medical fees increase expected pain and reduce willingness to book appointments

Rising out-of-pocket medical costs do more than drain a patient's bank account. New research from Carnegie Mellon University shows that high health care prices cause people to expect greater physical ( READ MORE )

Most childhood physical abuse perpetrated within the home, new study finds

New Curtin University–led research has revealed most childhood physical abuse in Australia occurs within families—and before children turn 10. ( READ MORE )

Nurse-led program shown to improve midlife dementia risk profiles in new study

New research led by Monash University shows a multi-domain dementia risk reduction program delivered by general practice nurses can improve estimated dementia profiles in middle-aged adults, offering a practical new ( READ MORE )

Plastic tea bags are releasing BPA, plasticizers and up to 2,500 microplastic particles into your cup of tea

Microplastics are now impossible to avoid. They have made their way into everything from agricultural soils to freshwater systems. So, it is unsurprising that they end up in most foods ( READ MORE )

Many nondrug and nonsurgical therapies for low back pain are more cost-effective than usual care

Nondrug and nonsurgical treatments for low back pain, including psychological support, exercise and self-management strategies, are cost-effective interventions, according to a study published Oct. 27 in the journal PLOS Medicine ( READ MORE )

Highest endometrial cancer rates found in San Antonio region

An Upper-South region of Texas including San Antonio and Bexar County had the state's highest hysterectomy-corrected incidence of endometrial cancer and the largest increase over time, a study led by ( READ MORE )

Making virtual brain models more biologically realistic by capturing ion exchange

Mean-field models are a powerful tool for understanding collective brain activity. A new model extends this approach by incorporating the exchange of ions between neurons and their surroundings, bringing important ( READ MORE )

Planned power shutoffs aimed at preventing wildfires may increase risk of acute respiratory illness

The prevalence of wildfires and co-occurring power outages is increasing in the United States. A study published Oct. 27 in PLOS Medicine by Lauren Blair Wilner, University of Washington, U.S., ( READ MORE )

Where humans build, mosquitoes follow—bringing dengue, West Nile and other diseases with them

A mosquito buzzing in your backyard may seem like a minor annoyance. But these tiny insects, with their taste for human blood, are increasingly appearing in areas where they were ( READ MORE )

Glioblastoma's secret weapon: Silencing the brain's off switch

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have discovered a new strategy that glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive form of adult brain cancer, uses to fuel its own growth. Published ( READ MORE )

Is There Anything BPC-157 Can’t Cure?

Proponents of the peptide say it can treat gingivitis, runner’s knee, even dementia. ( READ MORE )

AI Scribes Improved Note-Taking Time but Not Productivity, Study Finds

(MedPage Today) -- The use of an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven ambient scribe in outpatient practice was associated with reductions in time spent taking notes and increased note length, but other ( READ MORE )

Obesity in Young Adults Linked to Multiple Early Cancers

(MedPage Today) -- Obesity in young adulthood was associated with significantly increased likelihood of early-onset cancers, with the risk persisting into middle age, a large population-based study from South Korea ( READ MORE )

GLP-1s Tied to Lower Rates of MS Relapse Activity, Real-World Study Shows

(MedPage Today) -- Multiple sclerosis (MS) patients exposed to a GLP-1 receptor agonist had lower rates of relapse activity and steroid use, reduced incidence of optic neuritis, and fewer demyelinating ( READ MORE )

She Voted for Trump Every Time. Then Came Cancer and the Bills.

(MedPage Today) -- The Ford Expedition rumbled to a stop and Cindy Banda's bedazzled flip-flops landed on the asphalt of the Houston cancer center's vast parking lot. She threaded through ( READ MORE )

Study Questions Safety of Strict Protein Restriction in Chronic Kidney Disease

(MedPage Today) -- DENVER -- Strict dietary protein restriction was associated with worse clinical outcomes in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who were not dependent on dialysis, a South ( READ MORE )

High-Dose Vitamin D Fails to Improve Survival in Dialysis Patients

(MedPage Today) -- DENVER -- Supplementation with high-dose cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) did not improve overall survival in patients receiving dialysis for end-stage kidney disease, according to findings from the SIMPLIFIED ( READ MORE )

'Magic Drug' Reduces Risk of Death by 44% in Lung Cancer Trial

(MedPage Today) -- A next-generation KRAS G12C inhibitor significantly improved survival outcomes versus first-generation drugs for previously treated advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer, a phase III trial showed. ( READ MORE )

Low-Dose Naltrexone Linked to Some Long COVID Improvements

(MedPage Today) -- WASHINGTON -- People with long COVID reported significantly better functioning and symptom improvements after taking low-dose naltrexone, according to a small retrospective cohort study. Symptom burdens declined ( READ MORE )

Baby Aspirin Misses Mark for Primary Cardiovascular Prevention in CKD

(MedPage Today) -- DENVER -- Daily low-dose aspirin did not significantly reduce major vascular events in adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD), the randomized ATTACK trial showed. Over a mean ( READ MORE )

GLP-1s May Interact With Psychiatry Medication, Case Report Suggests

(MedPage Today) -- During an appointment with her psychiatrist, a 50-year-old woman with bipolar disorder reported new symptoms of tremor in both hands, slurred speech, and blurred vision. She was ( READ MORE )

Lower Metastasis Risk in Very High-Risk Prostate Cancer With Intensified Treatment

(MedPage Today) -- Men with very high-risk prostate cancer had a significantly lower risk of metastasis when they received darolutamide (Nubeqa) in addition to androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and radiation ( READ MORE )

Prior Authorization Denied

(MedPage Today) -- Is it just me or has the process of getting prior authorization for our patients' prescriptions and procedures gotten more onerous? Over the past few years, our ( READ MORE )

How Daylight Saving Time Changes Affect You and What You Can Do About It

(MedPage Today) -- An extra hour of sleep is on the way for most Americans, though the "fall back" to standard time will bring darker afternoons, too. One tip: Try ( READ MORE )

Do Not Use Unauthorized Infant Devices for Monitoring Vital Signs: FDA Safety Communication

Source: Food and Drug AdministrationRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome ( READ MORE )

Source: Centers for Disease Control and PreventionRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome ( READ MORE )

Novel Drug Doubles PFS in Heavily Pretreated, HR-Positive Breast Cancer

(MedPage Today) -- Patients with heavily pretreated hormone receptor (HR)-positive breast cancer lived twice as long without disease progression with the novel antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) izalontamab brengitecan (iza-bren), a randomized ( READ MORE )

Nurse Killed in Attack; Orthopedist's Drug Charges; Lung Cancers in Non-Smokers

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. A nurse was killed and a health worker severely injured after being attacked while responding to an Ebola ( READ MORE )

Exercise doesn't just strengthen your heart. It rewires it

Regular exercise does more than strengthen the heart. New research reveals that it actually reshapes the nerves controlling how the heart functions, and the changes are surprisingly different on the ( READ MORE )

AI detects “invisible” signs of pancreatic cancer years before diagnosis

A powerful new AI system could help doctors detect pancreatic cancer years before it becomes visible on conventional scans. The technology, called REDMOD, identified hidden warning signs an average of ( READ MORE )

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE) October 26, 2026 -- Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded approval of Talzenna (talazoparib) in combination with ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 -- More than half of children younger than 5 years exposed to hepatitis B virus (HBV) are exposed by someone in their household other than their ( READ MORE )

RAHWAY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE) October 26, 2026 -- Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, today announced the first presentation of results from the pivotal ( READ MORE )

BOTHELL, Wash. & PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE) October 26, 2026 -- SystImmune, Inc. (SystImmune), a clinical stage biotechnology company, and Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced that SystImmune’s parent company ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 -- Testosterone therapy is associated with an increased risk for incident cardiovascular disease (CVD) among postmenopausal women, according to a study presented the annual meeting of ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 -- For patients undergoing cancer resection, physical activity (PA) is associated with a reduced risk for postoperative delirium (POD), according to a study presented at ANESTHESIOLOGY, ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 — Dengue cases in Florida keep climbing about a month after three counties declared states of emergency over the mosquito-borne illness. As of Oct. 22, Florida ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 -- Women with endometriosis have more than a doubled risk for also having migraine, according to research presented at the annual meeting of the American Neurological ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 – Emergency medical service (EMS)-documented nonfatal overdose (OD) activations and naloxone administrations declined after May 2023, according to a research letter published online Oct. 21 in ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 -- For patients with autoimmune disease, higher baseline B-cell counts and systemic inflammation are associated with development of cytokine release syndrome (CRS) after chimeric antigen receptor ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 -- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with increased mortality across multiple causes, according to a review published online Oct. 19 in JAMA Network Open. Lucy Corrigan, ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 — Cardiac arrest and heart attacks account for nearly half of all on-duty firefighter deaths in the United States, a new study says. Heart-related deaths in ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 — Feeling overwhelmed by the noise and chaos of parenting? You're not alone. A new nationwide survey from Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago finds 6 in ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 — Weightlifting has a reputation for “bulking up,” so it may not be the first type of exercise you choose when you want to lose weight. ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 — Starting survivorship care for patients with cancer before or during treatment can help them live longer and avoid cancer recurrence, a new study says. Survivorship ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 — Ultra-processed foods appear to rewire kids’ brains so they crave more junk food, a new study says. Pictures of cookies or fries trigger a powerful ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 26, 2026 — Nearly 1 in 5 young adults in the U.S. feel anxious every single day, a new study says. Just under 20% of Americans between 18 ( READ MORE )

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today announced new first-line data on olomorasib, its investigational, next-generation KRAS G12C inhibitor, at the 2026 European Society ( READ MORE )

South San Francisco, CA -- October 25, 2026 -- Genentech, a member of the Roche Group (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY), announced today pivotal results from the Phase III Krascendo ( READ MORE )

New Brunswick, N.J. October 25, 2026 /PR Newswire/ – Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) today announced promising Phase 1 results for JNJ-6143 (formerly HLD-0915), an investigational once-daily oral Regulated Induced Proximity ( READ MORE )

MAINZ, Germany, and PRINCETON, USA, October 25, 2026 – BioNTech SE (Nasdaq: BNTX, “BioNTech”) and Bristol Myers Squibb Company (NYSE: BMY, “BMS”) today announced first data from the global Phase ( READ MORE )

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE) October 24, 2026 -- Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today announced detailed results across serotypes from a Phase 2 study (NCT06524414) for its investigational 25-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine ( READ MORE )

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today announced new Phase 1 data showing that its investigational folate receptor alpha (FRα) antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) sofetabart ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 -- A U.S.-Candidate Risk Score (US-CRS) prioritizes sicker heart transplant candidates with higher mortality without transplant compared with the current medical urgency status, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 -- For patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), patient-reported outcomes (PROs) generally worsen shortly after tumor necrosis factor inhibitor (TNFi) discontinuation, according to a study published in ( READ MORE )

Basel, October 23, 2026 – Novartis today presented positive results from the pivotal Phase III REMODEL-1 and REMODEL-2 trials in relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) showing that remibrutinib, a highly selective ( READ MORE )

PLAINSBORO, N.J., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Novo Nordisk today announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Awiqli (insulin icodec-abae) injection 700 units/mL, the first once-weekly, ( READ MORE )

OSAKA, Japan and CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, October 23, 2026 – Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) announced positive results from the Phase 3 G-HOPE-001 study (NCT06238843) of arcotatug tavatecan (TAK-921; Innovent R&D code: IBI343) in ( READ MORE )

October 23, 2026 -- Early results of the first clinical trial to evaluate the drug invikafusp alfa (invika) in humans indicate that the pioneering treatment may be capable of managing ( READ MORE )

South San Francisco, CA -- October 23, 2026 -- Genentech, a member of the Roche Group (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY), announced today late-breaking oral presentation data from the ongoing ( READ MORE )

PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE) October 23, 2026 -- Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced disclosure of interim safety and efficacy results from the multiple sclerosis (MS) cohorts of the Phase ( READ MORE )

BOTHELL, Wash. & PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE) October 23, 2026 -- SystImmune, Inc. (SystImmune), a clinical-stage biotechnology company, and Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced that SystImmune’s parent company Sichuan ( READ MORE )

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a subcutaneous (SC) induction regimen for Skyrizi (risankizumab-rzaa) for ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 -- For patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), remission is attainable with usual care, according to a study published in the September issue of the Journal of ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 -- For patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis, oral icotrokinra, a peptide that blocks the interleukin-23 receptor, yields a clinical response at week 12 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 -- Treating depression with interpersonal psychotherapy during pregnancy influences infant brain development and early emotional function, according to a study published online Oct. 16 in Nature ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 -- For patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and prior intracranial bleeding, direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are associated with a reduced risk for ischemic stroke (IS) and ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 -- For patients with de novo coronary artery disease undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), drug-coated balloon (DCB) and drug-eluting stent (DES) strategies are comparable in terms ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 — Some adults with chronic hepatitis B may now have a path to something today’s treatments rarely deliver — stopping all medication while the virus stays ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 — A shorter radiation regimen can be just as safe and effective for breast cancer patients who want reconstruction surgery, a new clinical trial says. A ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 — Marijuana legalization may be landing more people in the hospital with heart problems, a new study suggests. For the study, researchers analyzed more than 50 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 — You might have heard that cardio, or aerobic, exercise is one of the best ways to keep your heart, lungs and cardiovascular system healthy and ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 — Revised federal vaccination guidelines for hepatitis B could leave children at risk of contracting the liver-damaging virus from other family members, a new study warns. ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 — Many Americans are accepting high levels of stress as a normal part of life, according to a new survey from the American Psychological Association (APA). ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 23, 2026 — The caregiving gap between women and men is growing, with women devoting an increasing number of years to caring for aging family members or friends, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 22, 2026 -- Western Europe has the highest disability burden associated with alcohol-related cirrhosis complicated by heart failure, according to a study presented at UEG Week, the annual ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 22, 2026 -- The prevalence of binge eating at least one day in the past 30 days is 40.5 percent in U.S. high school students, according to a ( READ MORE )

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced positive topline results from the Phase 3 INTREPID study evaluating the safety and efficacy of lutikizumab, an ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 22, 2026 -- Medical device adverse event reports are frequently incomplete, inaccurate, and delayed, according to a study published online Oct. 14 in The BMJ. Alyssa Zhou, from ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 22, 2026 — State health officials fighting measles outbreaks this spring asked the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for help getting a faster test. The ( READ MORE )

The Kenyan Ministry of Health has confirmed an imported case, as well as other linked cases, of Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in Nairobi, Kenya. ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of yellow fever in the Upper West Region of Ghana. Travelers to the Upper West Region should take steps to prevent yellow fever by getting vaccinated ( READ MORE )

An increased number of cases of yellow fever have been reported in Colombia. ( 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 )

Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte ( READ MORE )

Learn the latest U.S. cancer trends, including falling death rates and lung cancer progress. ( READ MORE )

CDC Data Show Encouraging Progress in Youth Health ( READ MORE )

There is an outbreak of hepatitis A (HAV) in Costa Rica. Most cases have been reported in San José province. ( 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 )

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

CDC recommends practicing enhanced precautions for travel to Uganda or to provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) not affected by the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak. ( READ MORE )

Cases of paratyphoid fever are being reported in returning travelers from Yemen. You can prevent paratyphoid fever by practicing safe eating and drinking habits. ( READ MORE )

There are outbreaks of diphtheria in several countries in Africa. Vaccination against diphtheria is essential to protect against the disease. Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia ( READ MORE )

CDC warns of a multistate Salmonella and E. coli outbreak linked to recalled alfalfa sprout product. ( READ MORE )

CDC data show kindergarten vaccination rates remain high, with a slight 0.1% decline in coverage. ( READ MORE )

Secretary Kennedy honors Officer David Rose’s courage, sacrifice, and service at the CDC. ( READ MORE )

Cases of Zika are being reported in returning travelers from Bali, Indonesia. All travelers to Bali should take steps to prevent mosquito bites and sexual transmission of Zika virus during ( READ MORE )

A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella linked to jalapeños ( READ MORE )

CDC recommends avoiding all travel to Ituri and Nord-Kivu (North-Kivu) provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak unless traveling ( READ MORE )

CDC recommends avoiding nonessential travel to Haut-Uélé and Tshopo provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak. ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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 )

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