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French deaths soar as extreme heat breaks European records

The head of the WHO warns that Europe must do more to protect people. ( READ MORE )

Catherine completes Three Peaks Challenge to 'explore life beyond' cancer diagnosis

The Princess of Wales did the endurance event to raise awareness about "holistic healthcare" for cancer patients. ( READ MORE )

How quickly you can take a step may predict how long you'll live, study suggests

Taking a step is something most people take for granted. But as we age, the amount of time it takes to put one foot in front of the other could ( READ MORE )

Drug slashes risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis by 60 percent, study suggests

An already approved drug has shown promise in preventing rheumatoid arthritis in people with a pre-existing condition that progresses into RA in more than half of cases. ( READ MORE )

JP Nadda to unveil healthcare programme for children up to three years

Under the programme, newborns will receive up to nine home visits during the first 42 days of life, while at-risk children will receive up to eight home visits till the ( READ MORE )

Centre proposes faster approvals for medical device manufacturing licences

The draft notification, published in the official gazette, seeks to simplify and expedite the licensing process while ensuring continued compliance with quality, safety and performance requirements, the ministry said on ( READ MORE )

Over one million children referred for mental healthcare - with anxiety the main reason

Demand is soaring beyond capacity, meaning children in England wait years for help with various conditions. ( READ MORE )

India’s nutraceutical market set to nearly double to $57 billion by 2030: Report

The report said the sector is projected to reach $37-38 billion by 2026, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 10.5%, driven by rising health consciousness, increasing prevalence ( READ MORE )

Nearly 1 million bottles of heart and kidney medication recalled over foreign substance found on tablets

Nearly one million bottles of heart and kidney medication have been recalled nationwide over the possibility of a "foreign substance," according to the US Food and Drug Administration. ( READ MORE )

Loved and loathed: The making of India's viral liver doctor

Dr Cyriac Abby Philips has built a large online following, but often clashes with India's traditional medicine specialists. ( READ MORE )

Shocking figures reveal 170,000 people in Britain are at risk of heart disease - and it's because of their poor diets

Around 45 people will die every single day from heart disease linked to excess weight over the next decade if current trends continue, worrying research has revealed. ( READ MORE )

Resident doctors take strike action over pay

The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised". ( READ MORE )

The pioneering procedure that banishes painful and unsightly varicose veins for good... it can be life-changing and it takes only 15 minutes

For Michelle Moore, hot summer days were the worst. Since her late 20s, the 58-year-old council worker had been living with painful and disfiguring varicose veins. ( READ MORE )

As a doctor and gut health expert, this is why I believe milk is for babies and NOT for grown-ups - despite what the dairy industry tries to tell us

From early childhood we're taught that milk is essential for health. Yet as a doctor and gut health, I feel it's time to debunk this myth. ( READ MORE )

Here’s why your health insurer is sounding more like RFK Jr.

Insurers are embracing the health secretary’s Make America Healthy Again movement as the GOP looks to cut health care costs. ( READ MORE )

UK drivers issued ‘pollen bomb’ warning – £1,000 fine

With pollen levels set to be very high across large parts of the UK, motorists have been warned of a potential fine they could unwittingly be susceptible to. ( READ MORE )

Going through menopause? Vital therapy slashes risk of low bone density by 69%

New research suggests a vital therapy for menopausal women could significantly improve bone density — a crucial health factor for aging women. ( READ MORE )

Supercharge your Ozempic weight loss just in time for summer vacation: Expert guide on exactly what to eat and when... their rules for double dosing... and biggest mistake that reverses progress

Roughly one in eight American adults is now using drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro and Zepbound to slim down fast. But for many, the results just aren't happening quickly enough. ( READ MORE )

Horrifying truth about 'squishy dumplings': Fears as putrid fumes 'sicken' mom and toys explode in children's hands... experts sound alarm on possible cancer links in new analysis

They are the toy of the moment - palm-sized, squishy, jelly-like 'dumplings' with little cartoon faces that cost just a few dollars. But the viral craze is now raising serious ( READ MORE )

Govt to launch affordable cloud-based management system for small clinics

Union Health Minister J P Nadda will launch an e-Sushrut clinic, a simplified HMIS developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), aimed at addressing the digital needs ( READ MORE )

The low-cal dessert that’s good for your gut health, eases joint pain — and can fight aging

One dessert stands above the rest, delivering a boost to gut health, joint pain relief and anti-aging benefits — and it's probably already in your pantry. ( READ MORE )

Technology gives women upper hand in abortion battle

Technology is a friend to women. Oh, it helps men, too, with its laser levels and Helix 5 Fishfinders. But society places particular burdens on women, through the constraints of ( READ MORE )

Healthiest supermarket ice-creams: Dietitian reveals the cartons to add to your grocery list... and the ones to avoid

It's America's favorite dessert, and for good reason. Now, dietitian Kylie King has given Daily Mail her ranking of the healthiest ice creams on your local supermarket shelves. ( READ MORE )

Think you have trouble sleeping? The horror of incurable ‘Fatal Familial Insomnia’

Trouble sleeping may be the least of your worries if you're dealing with fatal familial insomnia (FFI), a rare and incurable, deadly genetic condition. ( READ MORE )

The £1-a-day habit experts say could improve your health after 50

One non-profit group recommend 6 key supplements. ( READ MORE )

Poll: Everyone has a different idea of what counts as MAHA

The POLITICO Poll shows that the Make America Healthy Again umbrella includes people with opposing ideologies and different politics. ( READ MORE )

France records around 1,000 additional deaths as extreme heat sets European records

France saw around 1,000 additional deaths last week at the height of its record-smashing heat wave, the country's public health agency said Sunday, as the head of the World Health ( READ MORE )

I have dry eyes and am tired all the time, what could it be? DR ELLIE has the answer...

I've developed terrible dry eyes. I also feel tired all the time. What could be the cause of this? Ask Dr Ellie, the GP who's always here for you. ( READ MORE )

Could 'humanmaxxing' actually help you live longer? Here's what experts say

Humanmaxxing is the latest wellness trend focused on maximizing human potential through biohacking, longevity science and advanced medical treatments. ( READ MORE )

PIP payments could stop if you go on holiday this summer - rules explained

DWP could suspend your payments and ask for any overpaid money back. ( READ MORE )

Seniors in Medicare are about to get landmark obesity drug coverage — but many may not know it yet

Many seniors may be unaware of the landmark coverage shift starting on July 1, with limited advertising seen from the government or Eli Lilly and Novo. ( READ MORE )

'Extreme' bloating could be caused by having 1 common hot drink

A popular morning drink could be causing some people to feel uncomfortable in the mornings ( READ MORE )

Teenager, 19, with rare immune disorder died after missing life-saving hospital treatment when he was told he was finally fit enough to work, says heartbroken sister

Born with a rare condition that leaves the body with dangerously low levels of antibodies needed to fight infection - Kieron Cameron was at risk of sudden death from the ( READ MORE )

Why You Shouldn't Shower In Your Contacts

You might want to ditch this common behavior ASAP. ( READ MORE )

Longevity Experts Say This ‘Healthy’ Habit Can Take Years Off Your Life

Think twice before you pack on too much of this one type of protein. ( READ MORE )

I’m a dietitian — one swap on your dinner plate could help keep blood pressure low

Diabetes dietitian Mike Skarlatos has shared a tip to support heart health and glucose management. ( READ MORE )

Could a 22p over-the-counter pill help millions of people suffering pain?

With half of British adults plagued by persistent discomfort, science is giving us a better understanding of ways to manage it ( READ MORE )

Think picky bits are a light dinner? Nutritionist reveals why your fridge buffet could be causing weight gain

As temperatures rise, the urge to cook dinner plunges - which means it's time to dish up some picky bits. ( READ MORE )

The real reasons for the surge in stomach cancers among the under-50s: Experts say these are the risk factors you need to know - and warn that the early symptoms are frighteningly easy to dismiss...

Just three months before she died from stomach cancer at the age of 34, influencer Carly Douglas shared a tearful but defiant message with her 140,000 Instagram followers. ( READ MORE )

Doctors settle the debate on how many steps a day you should take - it's not 10,000

If you're someone who watches your step count every day, it's worth knowing the actual recommended number you should aim for. ( READ MORE )

Expert reveals the 1 fabric you should avoid when buying bedding - 'sleep thief'

With temperatures across the UK remaining high, doing everything to ensure a good night's sleep couldn't be more important. ( READ MORE )

Diabetes breakthrough as NHS approves new drug that stops disease for 3 years

It has been dubbed the biggest diabetes breakthrough for a century. ( READ MORE )

The surprising food that has more protein than eggs and yogurt... and how much you should eat of it

Protein is all the rage at the moment. But now, many are latching onto one common household favorite that packs a surprising protein punch. ( READ MORE )

'I'm a GP - this is why I ask if you've Googled your symptoms'

It might seem like a strange question but it could help your GP better understand your concerns ( READ MORE )

MassHealth will stop covering weight-loss drugs next week

The change will leave an estimated 22,000 MassHealth members on the hook to pay out of pocket for the pricy GLP-1s and other anti-obesity drugs. The post MassHealth will stop ( READ MORE )

What's behind the alarming rise in a mystery dental condition that's leaving children's teeth discoloured and crumbling?

Rising numbers of British children are being affected by a little-known dental condition that leaves teeth yellowed, fragile and prone to crumbling, experts have warned. ( READ MORE )

Sunlight could be crucial to preventing dementia, study finds

People who spend, on average, less than 42 minutes outside every day are significantly more likely to develop the incurable brain disease, according to Chinese researchers. ( READ MORE )

Yo-yo diets 'are not so harmful after all' as new research suggests their harms are 'significantly overblown'

So-called yo-yo dieting has long been considered a health risk - and in some cases has been labelled as more harmful than remaining overweight. ( READ MORE )

Revolutionary injection could cut COPD deaths and prevent life-threatening flare-ups

Patients with an incurable lung disease can now access a revolutionary injection that can help prevent life-threatening flare-ups. ( READ MORE )

Enlisting pharmacists and nurse practitioners in medication management can fill critical gaps

A novel economic model projects that patients with heart failure would live longer and spend less time in the hospital by expanding heart failure care to include pharmacist- and nurse ( READ MORE )

Survey finds 3 in 10 young adults don't have a doctor; if they do, most don't see them

A new survey commissioned by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center finds young adults are missing out on the health benefits of having a primary care doctor. ( READ MORE )

Fatal rabies case with no visible wound shows why bat contact alone should trigger immediate vaccination, experts say

Ontario's first fatal rabies case since 1967 provides critical guidance to help prevent deaths from rabies in future cases. The article was published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. ( READ MORE )

Lecanemab for Alzheimer's disease: Discussing risks and benefits is key

Canada recently approved lecanemab to treat early Alzheimer's disease, but the clinical benefits are modest, it carries a risk of serious adverse effects, and treatment is complex. An article in ( READ MORE )

Hospital discharge sedatives linked to more falls, readmissions and deaths in older adults

Older adults discharged from hospital with a new prescription for a sedative, especially a benzodiazepine or antipsychotic, are at increased risk of falls and other negative consequences, according to new ( READ MORE )

Bones communicate with the rest of the body to support overall health: Here's the science behind your skeleton

Each year, doctors treat more than 6 million bone fractures in the United States. And while it takes only a few seconds for a bone to break, the processes that ( READ MORE )

Millions Drop Obamacare Coverage After Subsidies Expire and Costs Rise

(MedPage Today) -- About 3 million fewer people in the U.S. had Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans in February compared with the same time last year, according to ( READ MORE )

Researchers discover a cause of neuron excitability in ALS, suggesting a new potential treatment

Digging deep into the molecular mechanisms behind ALS, researchers at the Les Turner ALS Center at Northwestern Medicine have discovered why nerve cells overfire in the disease. Not only that—they ( READ MORE )

Oral FGFR1-3 Inhibitor Boosted Height Velocity in Common Genetic Growth Disorder

(MedPage Today) -- Treatment with a once-daily FGFR1-3 tyrosine kinase inhibitor led to significant increases in growth among children with achondroplasia, the phase III PROPEL 3 study showed. The least-squares ( READ MORE )

'Wait a Minute. Isn’t This the Same Drug?': What We Heard This Week

(MedPage Today) -- "I said, 'Wait a minute. Isn't this the same drug?'" -- Erick Turner, MD, of Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, discussing the FDA's approval of ( READ MORE )

Only one workout helped older adults lose fat without losing muscle

A six-month study of more than 120 adults in their 70s found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may offer a key advantage over other forms of exercise: it helped reduce ( READ MORE )

Melatonin can be a safe and effective sleep aid for all ages but improper dosing leads to real harms

Melatonin—a go-to sleep aid for kids and adults alike in many households in America—continues to create media buzz, with conflicting messages that leave people uncertain about its safety. ( READ MORE )

Scientists uncover how ovarian cancer resists chemotherapy—and how to reverse it

Michigan State University researchers have identified how ovarian cancer cells become resistant to chemotherapy and discovered a protein that, when blocked, can restore the drug's effectiveness. ( READ MORE )

Common pesticide linked to more than double the risk of Parkinson’s disease

Scientists at UCLA have linked long-term exposure to the pesticide chlorpyrifos with a sharply increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. People exposed to the chemical near their homes were more than ( READ MORE )

Breastfeeding may help babies sleep longer by age one, challenging formula feeding claims

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life because of its many proven benefits, including protection against infections and support for healthy long-term ( READ MORE )

Hospitals Are Using AI to Detect Intimate Partner Violence. That's a Problem.

(MedPage Today) -- A patient walks into the emergency department (ED) with a nagging migraine that won't let up. She knows that in the ED she'll be able to get ( READ MORE )

Reproduction affects health—and so does biological sex

Starting one's sex life and having children at a young age can run in the family. But can pregnancy have beneficial health effects, and do the partner's genes contribute to ( READ MORE )

VR study with zebrafish shows surroundings influence developing biology of the eye

The environment experienced by young zebrafish influences both the shape and electrical activity of the neurons in the eye, which affects subsequent behavior. ( READ MORE )

Neural pathways reveal a push-pull system for coordinating goal-directed behavior in mice

Most of the tasks that humans complete daily entail carefully coordinating movements and tracking progress made toward a desired goal. Past studies have highlighted the role of the basal ganglia ( READ MORE )

Massive study links teen marijuana use to double the risk of serious mental illness

Teens who use cannabis may face a substantially greater risk of developing serious mental health conditions, including psychotic and bipolar disorders, according to a study of more than 463,000 adolescents. ( READ MORE )

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

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

New vitamin B12 therapy shows promise against deadly brain cancer

Researchers have identified a vitamin B12–based compound that can cross the blood-brain barrier and home in on glioblastoma tumors. In animal studies, the compound accumulated preferentially in tumor tissue and ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The danger of confusing AI mental health support with therapy

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

How YouTube shapes public understanding of avian influenza

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

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

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

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

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

Scientists discover what triggers belly fat as we age

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

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

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

Patellar Resurfacing in Total Knee Replacement; Patient Messaging Trends

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

The Beef Administration’s Blind Spot

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

Large MRI analysis uncovers brain-region thinning tied to depression

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

Recommending Blood Tests for CRC Without Guardrails Risks Confusion

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Intracellular mechanisms promote tumor survival during hypoxia

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

US activates highest-level response to Ebola outbreak

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

Cancer drug shortage renews calls for federal action

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

New Charter Unveiled for CDC's Influential Vaccine Committee

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

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

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

Taste, Smell Disturbances Seen in GLP-1 Users

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

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

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

European Regulators Call to Revoke Avacopan Authorization

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

ClinicalTrials.gov: Stroke

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

Butter and margarine look similar but their chemistry changes everything

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

WALTHAM, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– June 26, 2026 -- Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRDN), a biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing potentially best-in-class medicines for autoimmune and rare ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Expands to Atlanta ( READ MORE )

Statement: Update on Title 42 Order ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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