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Study of gut microbiomes reveals link between low fibre intake, colorectal cancer

Findings published in the journal Cell Host and Microbe suggest that diet, especially consuming fibre, can influence colorectal cancer risk, progression or prevention by shaping gut microbial communities. ( READ MORE )

New tool can predict TB death risk at diagnosis, says study

The tool, developed by researchers from the ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), Chennai, and the Tamil Nadu TB programme, uses basic clinical measurements routinely available when a patient is diagnosed ( READ MORE )

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's Biohub to open new rare disease funding round

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's Biohub will offer new grants to the rare disease community while expanding its AI drug repurposing partnership with Every Cure. ( READ MORE )

Why men die younger than women — and the tough guy paradox that drives doctors nuts

Women live longer than men, all over the world. In the US, men live around 76 years, while women live til 81. ( READ MORE )

Weight-loss jab users more likely to report changes in taste and smell, study finds

Weight loss jabs like Mounjaro and Ozempic have been linked with a nearly 50 per cent increased risk of taste and smell disturbances, a study has found. ( READ MORE )

Supreme Court Rejects Lawsuit Against Bayer Alleging Roundup Weedkiller Caused Cancer

The court’s decision is likely to determine the future of thousands of lawsuits against Bayer, which manufactures the weedkiller, over similar claims. ( READ MORE )

World’s most contagious disease found at busy California airport

Los Angeles County health officials are investigating a confirmed measles case involving a person who was infectious while traveling through Hollywood Burbank Airport and visiting a nearby rental car facility. ( READ MORE )

Eating potatoes CAN help you drop pant sizes... dietitians reveal how to make the carb part of a weight-loss diet

Potatoes get a bad reputation because they're high in carbs and often served with high-calorie toppings such as butter, cheese and bacon. However, the potato itself isn't a problem. ( READ MORE )

New Yorkers are sweating — and sobbing — in  grief workout classes

It's an exclusive club no one wants to be a member of, as several people who lost a loved one gathered for a Grief, Sweat, & Tears double-header barre and ( READ MORE )

Wellness doesn't just happen — it requires effort.

Consider the information you ignore. The pages swiped away in a blink. The emails — for old fogies like us that even use email — hundreds a day, real, fake, ( READ MORE )

NHS considering changes to managers' contracts to challenge them over maternity care failings more easily

The health service is considering changes to managers' contracts so it is easier to hold them to account for failings in maternity care, the NHS England chief executive, right, has ( READ MORE )

Aussie mum who was diagnosed with cancer issues an urgent warning - as landmark new study reveals accelerated cellular aging in younger generation

A cancer survivor has issued an urgent warning to Aussies after new research revealed that younger adults are ageing faster than the generations before them, making them more prone to ( READ MORE )

Consultants and specialist doctors begin strike action over pay

Full emergency cover remains in place and patients have been told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise. ( READ MORE )

A bite from a lone-star tick can leave you allergic to burgers, bacon, steak and more

The lone-star tick is expanding across the U.S., leading to more cases of alpha-gal syndrome. ( READ MORE )

The number of hours of sunlight needed every day to protect against dementia... as exposure may cut risk by 25%

An unsuspecting lifestyle factor may have a notable impact on the risk of developing dementia. A new study found that length of time exposed to daylight is associated with dementia ( READ MORE )

30 going on 21: Bryan Johnson’s girlfriend reveals extreme biohacking that made her skin age backwards

Kate Tolo, the girlfriend of biohacker Bryan Johnson, has revealed her skin is nine years younger than she is — but, she added, that doesn't mean she necessarily looks younger. ( READ MORE )

Americans pick premium grub over comfort food when they need motivation to get through the week: poll

More than half of Americans say splurging on lavish, premium meals is their go-to move for turning a rough week around, according to new research. ( READ MORE )

In France's heat wave, Paris’ dreamy rooftops become a heat-trapping nightmare

Many of the attic apartments inside Paris' picturesque buildings are proving to be hostile during a historic heat wave ( READ MORE )

‘Shook 10 years off my body’ — Gen X and Gen Z swear by this viral device, $50 off for Prime Day

Meet the Amazon fitness find that my mother and I fight over every morning. ( READ MORE )

Dozens of states could face new costs because of high error rates in SNAP food aid

More than 37 million people nationwide received SNAP benefits in March, according to preliminary USDA figures. That's down nearly 5 million people — over 11% — from a year earlier. ( READ MORE )

Vermont is the first state to ban paraquat, a weed killer linked to Parkinson’s disease

“Vermont took the step to be the leader in this, and that’s significant because it shifts the conversation,” said Dan Feehan, with The Michael J. Fox Foundation, the world’s largest ( READ MORE )

Naga Munchetty 'fainted' before BBC appearance in painful health admission

Naga has previously said she became "conditioned to accept" the pain, but admitted it can "come at any time", including when she is live on BBC Breakfast ( READ MORE )

Parents issued sunscreen warning as they are urged to do 1 thing this heatwave

Parents are being urged to take extra precautions as soaring temperatures sweep across the country. ( READ MORE )

Newsletter exclusive: Are restless legs driving you crazy in the heatwave? My GP didn't know how to help - then a top neurologist prescribed me a very unlikely but common drug

I'm pregnant - and have restless legs syndrome (RLS), a common disorder described by the NHS as an overwhelming urge to move your legs to stop an uncomfortable sensation. ( READ MORE )

Cardiac nurse explains how people with heart conditions can stay safe in heatwave

A cardiology expert has outlined a series of tips for how people with heart problems can stay safe during the heatwave ( READ MORE )

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We've teamed up with Slimming World to offer you the chance to join your local group for FREE, saving you £5/€9 ( READ MORE )

NHS advice to cool down 'in 30 minutes' as temperatures could hit 37C

Following these steps can help prevent deadly heatstroke ( READ MORE )

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Researchers are trying to improve how Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder is diagnosed ( READ MORE )

Why are cases of breast cancer rising? Experts reveal likely causes behind worrying trend

The number of young women diagnosed with breast cancer is on the rise. No smoking gun has been identified, but experts are concerned modern lifestyles are fuelling the epidemic. ( READ MORE )

Seven steps to a (non-sweaty) slumber: How to get a good night's sleep in a heatwave - from hot water bottles to socks

The key to getting a good night's sleep during the heatwave could be taking a hot water bottle to bed with you... yes really. ( READ MORE )

Tiny snake native to Illinois prairies faces new hurdles in Chicago region and beyond

Smooth greensnakes — a tiny, nonvenomous reptile native to Illinois and Midwestern prairies — were already known to be in trouble in the Chicago region and beyond, with their numbers ( READ MORE )

How Aussies taught kids to stay safe in the sun

In 1981, Australia launched a fight against skin cancer with help from a yellow cartoon seagull and a catchy jingle. ( READ MORE )

Vermont is first state to ban paraquat, a weed killer linked to Parkinson's disease

Vermont is set to become the first U.S. state to ban paraquat, a commonly used herbicide that experts say is linked to Parkinson’s disease ( READ MORE )

The 10 deadly signs of skin cancer that are NOT moles. As we bask in soaring temperatures, our health experts reveal the tell-tale marks, scabs and spots you should never ignore. They're so easy to miss

Given that one in five people in the UK will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, it's in everyone's interest to know the warnings signs. ( READ MORE )

Centre decriminalises minor offences for Healthcare facilities

Under the amended framework, companies will have an opportunity of hearing before the imposition of penalties, mechanisms for recovery of penalties, and an appeal framework for aggrieved parties. ( READ MORE )

Are YOU hooked on chilli crisp? Experts reveal why the spicy Chinese oil is so addictive... and if it can EVER be enjoyed as part of a healthy diet

For decades, ketchup was the condiment king. But in 2026, Britain's plates are being taken over by something far hotter, crunchier and considerably more addictive: chilli crisp. ( READ MORE )

Latest COVID vaccine may have unexpected health benefit, study suggests

New research links the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine to fewer serious cardiovascular events among U.S. veterans, especially those over age 75. ( READ MORE )

These Beloved Snacks Are Linked To An Increased Dementia Risk. Here's What Doctors Want You To Know.

"You can't necessarily salad your way out" of this snacking habit, one doctor noted. ( READ MORE )

India has Rs 95,000 cr addressable market for assistive tech by 2030: NCPEDP

A robust assistive technology ecosystem can not only improve inclusion and independence for millions of Indians but also emerge as a major driver of innovation, entrepreneurship and job creation, the ( READ MORE )

NHS hospitals on the brink as machines breaking in 35C heatwave

Doctors have reported 'awful' conditions as the UK heatwave continues. ( READ MORE )

Boomers drink the most and exercise the least - but are the most relaxed

Gen Z are crowned the healthiest generation, despite being three times as stressed as older age groups. ( READ MORE )

Inside the world's number 1 gym where Anthony Joshua and Hollywood stars train with locals

The gym where champions and movie stars sweat side by side with office workers is in one of the greatest cities on earth. ( READ MORE )

Get a red face after drinking? You could be at a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, finds concerning new study

Just a couple of glasses a wine a night could increase your risk of developing Alzheimer's , especially if your face goes red when you drink, research suggests. ( READ MORE )

Govt launches Air Suvidha 2.0 portal for mandatory Ebola screening of international travellers

The upgraded portal requires international passengers to submit a health self-declaration up to 24 hours before arrival in India, enabling real-time data sharing with health and immigration authorities amid the ( READ MORE )

Terrifying stomach cancer explosion sweeps the US: After fitness influencer's shock death, experts reveal subtle early signs that are too often ignored... and lifestyle tweaks that can PREVENT it

The death of influencer Carly Douglas from stomach cancer at just 34 shines a light on a worrying new trend. Now leading experts in the disease reveal all. ( READ MORE )

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

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

The great weight class divide: Shocking figures reveal people from poorer backgrounds are more likely to be obese - with inhabitants in the poorest parts of the North-East SIX TIMES more likely to be obese than Londoners

Britain is far from turning the tide on obesity with nearly a third of adults now afflicted by bulging waistlines, concerning analysis reveals. ( READ MORE )

Global Ebola risk 'remains low', WHO chief says

France on Wednesday announced its first confirmed case of Ebola identified on its territory: a doctor who had flown back from the DR Congo, which is fighting a major outbreak. ( READ MORE )

Dozens of states could face new costs because of high error rates in SNAP food aid

Several dozen states might need to pay millions for food aid if they don't reduce errors in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ( READ MORE )

Concussion symptom history linked to increased odds of tinnitus

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 to a study published online ( READ MORE )

86% of Brazilian children with disabling musculoskeletal pain recover, study finds

Three out of every 10 Brazilian children and adolescents complain of musculoskeletal pain (affecting bones, ligaments and muscles). This common problem affects their lives and should not be underestimated. The ( READ MORE )

How Rwanda is using drones to improve health care

In 2016, the government of Rwanda began using drones to bypass the country's hilly terrain and speed up the delivery of blood products to hospitals. It was an ambitious project ( READ MORE )

A ban won't stop abortion pill access, telehealth providers say

Two developments often get lost in the public's perception of the abortion wars. One is that the number of abortions in the U.S. has increased dramatically year over year since ( READ MORE )

Growing DRC Ebola outbreak has already spread to Uganda with high risk of reaching South Sudan

A rare strain of Ebola that began spreading undetected in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in early April 2026 has now confirmed transmission in Uganda and is potentially on ( READ MORE )

Crash victims are 70% less likely to be transferred between hospitals in no-fault states

Patients with severe injuries from car crashes are about 70% less likely to be transferred to another hospital in states with no-fault insurance laws than in states with more common ( READ MORE )

First potential probiotic treatment for lupus identified by researchers

Scientists at UT Health San Antonio, the academic health center of The University of Texas at San Antonio, have found a link between a bacterium in the gut microbiome (ecosystem) ( READ MORE )

New drug candidate shows promise in overcoming chemotherapy resistance in small cell lung cancer

A research team led by Prof. Liu Qingsong at the Institute of Health and Medical Technology, the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has discovered ( READ MORE )

Identifying immune pathways driving aggressive brain cancers

A new study has uncovered a key mechanism that helps one of the deadliest brain cancers evade the immune system, according to the study published in The Journal of Clinical ( READ MORE )

Those most at risk from heat have the least access to air conditioning, UK study finds

People who are most in danger during the U.K.'s heat wave are among the least likely to have air conditioning at home, researchers have found. With temperatures potentially rising to ( READ MORE )

Lower plasminogen levels spur stronger liver repair after surgery in mice, study finds

The liver is one of the few organs capable of regenerating after surgery—a remarkable ability that makes lifesaving procedures possible for thousands of patients each year. But not every liver ( READ MORE )

Leveraging AI can reduce time and resources in how physicians approach sepsis care

In a new clinical study from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, researchers and physicians at UC San Diego Health have found that by utilizing artificial intelligence ( READ MORE )

Nanotech platform combining paclitaxel with siRNA boosts immune response against lung cancer

Researchers at the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy have developed a new strategy that helps the immune system recognize and attack lung cancer tumors more effectively. ( READ MORE )

Patients with lupus have increased risk of chronic kidney disease, mortality

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 June 16 in Rheumatology. ( READ MORE )

Small-molecule antiviral drug targets ACE2 receptor to block coronaviruses from entering cells

The ongoing evolution of SARS-CoV-2, particularly the rapid emergence of the omicron variant and its sublineages, has weakened the effectiveness of existing vaccines and antiviral drugs, underscoring the potential risk ( READ MORE )

Significant association identified between hepatitis C, overactive bladder

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 )

Smartphone-based self-screening can identify ocular surface malignancies

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 June 4 in JAMA Ophthalmology. ( READ MORE )

New Tfr cell model uncovers molecular switches that restrain antibody responses

For the immune system to effectively combat pathogens, antibody responses must be precisely controlled. So-called follicular regulatory T cells (Tfr cells) play a key role in this process by limiting ( READ MORE )

Opposing protein pathways steer skin stem cells toward renewal or repair

Two proteins with opposing functions orchestrate the development and maintenance of healthy skin, Stanford Medicine researchers have found. Modulating their activity with topical drugs could reduce inflammation, aid wound healing ( READ MORE )

Negative link seen between illness perception, self-management behavior in inflammatory bowel disease

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 June 16 in Scientific Reports. ( READ MORE )

Special protein in the brain's cleansing system may contribute to loss of brain function in Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive and permanent loss of nerve cells in the brain. The breakdown causes memory loss, functional impairment and personality changes. In a new study published in ( READ MORE )

Armed conflict is linked to increased measles cases globally

Countries experiencing armed conflict tend to report more measles cases, and the elevated risk persists even a year after the fighting, according to new research published in PLOS Medicine. The ( READ MORE )

GLP-1 weight-loss boom linked to surge in poison control calls

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. ( READ MORE )

Iron accumulation in the brain may contribute to neurodegeneration

Neurodegenerative diseases affect tens of millions of people worldwide. Among these, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases are the most common; in the United States alone, the Alzheimer's Disease Association and Parkinson's ( READ MORE )

Healthy gut microbes in 6-week-old infants linked to lower risk of malaria during first year of life

In a small study in the Democratic Republic of Congo, 6-week-old infants with healthy gut microbiomes were less likely to contract malaria in their first year of life. While the ( READ MORE )

What happens to your blood when you're stressed? We put it to the test

We have all heard it: "It's just in your head." ( READ MORE )

Why ibuprofen is better than paracetamol for period pain

For something that affects millions every month, period pain remains surprisingly poorly treated. ( READ MORE )

New oral heart failure drug appears to be safe and well tolerated in 58-patient early clinical trial

An early clinical study shows that a new oral drug is safe and well tolerated in patients with chronic heart failure. The study, led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet, has ( READ MORE )

How the heat affects children as they learn, play and do sport, and how parents can help

Schools in the UK are closing as temperatures soar. If you're a parent, you might be wondering what effect the heat has on your child. If they're at school, will ( READ MORE )

A global push to recognize the threat of toxoplasmosis

One-third of the world's population is infected with the Toxoplasma parasite, which can cause ocular toxoplasmosis, an eye infection that can damage the retina and result in permanent vision loss. ( READ MORE )

Police Search for Wanted Gastro Doc; Risky Surgery Suit; Doc Hit Dementia Patient?

(MedPage Today) -- Police are searching for Louisiana gastroenterologist David Beary, MD, who is wanted on sexual battery charges. (WDSU) Three former employees of an Illinois hospital allege in a ( READ MORE )

This common vitamin deficiency can mimic normal aging

Vitamin B12 is needed in microscopic amounts, but a shortage can have major effects on health and energy. The vitamin was first linked to a lifesaving liver treatment for pernicious ( READ MORE )

FDA-approved drug may finally help immunotherapy defeat rare liver cancer

Researchers found that a rare liver cancer evades immunotherapy by luring immune T cells away from the tumor and trapping them in nearby fibrous tissue. An FDA-approved drug called AMD3100 ( READ MORE )

First State Bans Paraquat, a Weed Killer Linked to Parkinson's Disease

(MedPage Today) -- Vermont has become the first U.S. state to ban paraquat, one of the most commonly used herbicides, with lawmakers citing a possible link between the weed killer ( READ MORE )

TROP2 Drug Wins Two New Indications in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved sacituzumab govitecan (Trodelvy) for two indications in patients with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). The first indication for the TROP2-targeting antibody-drug conjugate, supported by ( READ MORE )

Scientists discover how a single cell builds a brain with 170 billion cells

How does a single cell build a brain with billions of precisely organized neurons? Researchers suggest that brain cells use their lineage—their cellular family tree—as a kind of positional map. ( READ MORE )

Hospital Worker Says He Ate Body Parts; Outbreak Virus Mystery; New N95 Mask Policy

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. In Hungary, a hospital orderly admitted to eating human body parts he got from work and elsewhere. (People) ( READ MORE )

They knew the pill was fake but their memory still improved

Healthy older adults experienced measurable improvements in memory, physical performance, and stress after taking placebo pills for just three weeks. The most surprising finding was that the placebo often worked ( READ MORE )

Osteopenia is silently weakening bones in millions of people

Osteopenia is a common but often overlooked condition that causes bones to become less dense and more fragile. Because it develops silently, many people only discover they have it after ( READ MORE )

Long-Term CAR-T Results in Lymphoma Confirm Early Promise

(MedPage Today) -- Ten years after receiving a single dose of CD19-targeted CAR T-cell therapy, almost a third of patients with aggressive lymphomas and no treatment options remained lymphoma free, ( READ MORE )

ALS Testing Expected to Drive Sharp Rise in Clinic Visits

(MedPage Today) -- Genetic testing of people with a family member diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) will greatly increase the number of clinic visits to specialized ALS centers over ( READ MORE )

Midterm TAVR Data Turn Muddy: Will 10 Years Even Suffice for a Verdict?

(MedPage Today) -- NEW YORK CITY -- It was increasingly clear that clinical trials alone won't tell the full story of how transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) performs in the ( READ MORE )

Health Spending Projected to Hit Almost $9 Trillion in 2034

(MedPage Today) -- Health expenditures are expected to reach $8.97 trillion by 2034, while the percentage of the population with health insurance is expected to decline for the next several ( READ MORE )

Few IVF Add-Ons Have Any Proven Benefits, Study Shows

(MedPage Today) -- Many popular in-vitro fertilization (IVF) add-ons have little proven benefit, but an evidence-based website helped patients better understand the treatments so they could make an informed decision, ( READ MORE )

South African Civil Groups Warn of Dire Impact as U.S. Phases Out HIV Funding

(MedPage Today) -- Civil society organizations in South Africa said Wednesday that adolescent girls and women are among the first vulnerable groups to feel the pinch of U.S. foreign aid ( READ MORE )

Shorter TB Regimen Matched Standard Care in Rifampicin-Resistant Disease

(MedPage Today) -- A 6-month tuberculosis (TB) treatment regimen delivered similar results to the longer standard-of-care regimen in patients with pulmonary rifampicin-resistant TB, a phase III noninferiority trial showed. Among ( READ MORE )

FDA Approves CDK4/6 Inhibitor for HER2-Positive Breast Cancer

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved the CDK4/6 inhibitor palbociclib (Ibrance) as part of a first-line maintenance regimen for hormone receptor (HR)-positive/HER2-positive breast cancer. Approval stipulates use of palbociclib plus ( READ MORE )

Bispecific Antibodies May Reshape Relapsed Follicular Lymphoma Care

(MedPage Today) -- At the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting, new subgroup and real-world analyses added to the growing evidence for bispecific antibodies in relapsed follicular lymphoma, while ( READ MORE )

Can Advanced MRI Personalize Radiation for Glioblastoma?

(MedPage Today) -- Following the American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR) meeting, MedPage Today convened three leaders in neuro-oncology and brain tumor imaging for a virtual roundtable discussion on the evolving ( READ MORE )

Severe Hypertriglyceridemia Drug Approved to Reduce Triglycerides, Pancreatitis Risk

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved olezarsen (Tryngolza) to reduce triglycerides and the risk of acute pancreatitis in adults with severe hypertriglyceridemia, the agency announced on Wednesday. Olezarsen, an mRNA-targeted ( 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 led ( 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 — 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 better ( 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 appears ( 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 are ( 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, a ( 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 University ( 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 )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- Incorporation of an artificial intelligence based-optical coherence tomography (AI-OCT) system as a secondary screening tool is noninferior to standard practice and can reduce unnecessary diabetic ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- The prevalence rates of multiple sclerosis (MS), motor neuron diseases (MNDs), and Parkinson disease (PD) are increasing over time, with different factors accounting for the ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- Metabolic improvement after resection of olfactory groove meningioma (OGM) occurs early and remains durable over time, according to a research letter published online June 3 ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- Internet-based vestibular rehabilitation (VR) is not superior to written instructions for reducing vestibular symptoms six weeks after acute-onset vertigo, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is asking drugmakers to update the prescribing information on testosterone replacement therapy products to reflect newer clinical evidence. ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- Short daily home dialysis (SDHD) is associated with sustained preservation of physical activity, better postdialysis recovery, and improved sleep compared with conventional in-center hemodialysis (ICHD), ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- A quick optical biopsy using optical coherence tomography (OCT) may improve endometrial cancer screening, according to a study published online June 3 in npj Imaging. ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 -- Higher psoriasis (PsO) disease activity is independently associated with impairment in specific sleep domains, but not global sleep quality, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 — Strength training may play an important role in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. "This study highlights the importance of resistance training and exercise," ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 — More than 1 in 10 Americans now use patient portals and health apps to communicate with their doctor, a new study says. Online portal messages ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 — Fewer than half of Americans understand that booze is a cancer-causing substance along the lines of known carcinogens like tobacco, asbestos and formaldehyde, a new ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 — Healthy use of sunscreen is overwhelmingly promoted in popular TikTok videos, a new study says. However, people more often like, share and comment on the ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 — Tired of watching its employers struggle to afford the cost of healthcare, Republican-controlled Indiana is trying a traditionally liberal tactic to control costs: setting government ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, June 23, 2026 — That juice box you hand your child as a daily treat could be setting them up for poor heart health later on, a new study ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Utebzi (tebipenem pivoxil), an oral antibiotic, for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections (cUTIs). Utebzi is ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 -- Many pregnancies are exposed to environmental chemicals, some of which are associated with differences in gestational age at birth and birth weight-for-gestational age (BW-GA) z ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 -- Maternal prepregnancy hypertension and a child's nutrition are associated with alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels, according to a study published online June 9 in The Journal ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 -- For adults with prediabetes, lifestyle intervention is associated with a lower burden of multimorbidity over long-term follow-up, according to a study published online June 15 ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 -- Subtype-specific cardiovascular disease (CVD) associations are seen with Alzheimer disease (AD), with the strongest, most consistent association seen for hypotension, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 -- For patients with diabetic macular edema (DME), intravitreal anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) injection followed by a dexamethasone (DEX) intravitreal implant demonstrates noninferior efficacy and ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 — Clover Hill Dairy is recalling all of its brand cheese over possible Listeria contamination tied to a multi-state outbreak that has killed one person and ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 -- In a new living clinical guideline issued by the American College of Physicians and published online June 16 in the Annals of Internal Medicine, recommendations ( READ MORE )

The annual meeting of the American Diabetes Association was held this year from June 5 to 8 in New Orleans, drawing participants from around the world, including clinicians, academicians, allied ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 — Middle-aged women have the highest levels of problematic alcohol use, a new national survey shows, yet they may be the least aware that drinking can ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 — Less than a fifth of Americans referred for kidney transplants complete the steps necessary to get their name on the waitlist. "Our findings suggest that ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 22, 2026 — A growing number of Americans are finding themselves priced out of the healthcare system. Only 49% of U.S. adults report being “cost secure,” meaning they ( 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 )

Three people have been hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported. ( READ MORE )

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