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Centre rolls out Aarogya Setu 2.0 to store personal health record

The upgraded application, aligned with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), provides a single digital gateway for citizens to access a range of healthcare services, including creation of Ayushman Bharat ( READ MORE )

Nadda launches Unified Health Interface for seamless healthcare access

The ministry said the Unified Health Interface is built on four key principles -- interoperability, fair discoverability, verification and open protocols. It said every verified healthcare provider, irrespective of size, ( READ MORE )

Eli Lilly, Regeneron among first companies selected for FDA initiative to speed review of new manufacturing facilities

Eli Lilly and Regeneron are among the first seven companies the FDA has selected for its PreCheck Pilot Program, CNBC has learned. ( READ MORE )

Rare tick-borne virus turns deadly fast as US cases reach record high, experts warn

Powassan virus, a rare tick-borne illness traced to a 1958 case, has hit record highs in 2025, with 76 U.S. diagnoses and no vaccine available. ( READ MORE )

Doctors thought man had brain cancer — they found live tapeworms instead

Doctors suspected metastatic brain cancer in a 60-year-old man, but scans revealed pork tapeworm larvae causing neurocysticercosis. ( READ MORE )

America’s lifespan has doubled since 1776 — experts reveal what changed

Improvements in sanitation, antibiotics, vaccines and changes in smoking trends drive increased lifespans. ( READ MORE )

At 45 I was plagued by muscle pain, brain fog and memory loss... but it wasn't the menopause. I caught a disease while sitting on my sofa. These are the early warning signs you MUST look out for

Emily Hyde was in bed for an entire week after she caught a disease while sitting on her sofa. And although the worst of the illness passed, she never truly ( READ MORE )

NFL great Chris Johnson reveals common first symptom of paralyzing ALS that's left him unable to speak or move: 'He thought it was a pinched nerve'

Former NFL player Chris Johnson revealed the first symptom he experienced of ALS after announcing his shock diagnosis on Monday. ( READ MORE )

Battle of the diet pills: Everything you need to know about the new daily tablets - from side effects to cost. And crucially... which one will help you lose the most weight

An estimated 2.6million people in the UK already use fat jabs to tackle their weight problems. But that could be eclipsed by demand for new versions of the drugs in ( READ MORE )

Resident doctors in England accept pay deal and end strikes

Doctors have been locked in a three-year dispute with the government, resulting in several rounds of strikes. ( READ MORE )

Former NFL Player Chris Johnson Reveals He’s Been Diagnosed With ALS

The 40-year-old played for the Tennessee Titans, the New York Jets and the Arizona Cardinals before he officially retired in 2018. ( READ MORE )

I thought my drinking was harmless until I realized I couldn't go a day without it. Then I discovered a $3 miracle pill that killed all my alcohol cravings... I'm completely cured

Like nearly one in ten Americans, he was caught in addiction. Today, he is a different man - thanks in part to a $3-per-day pill some are calling the 'Ozempic ( READ MORE )

14-year-old becomes triple amputee following illness that over 32M Americans had last year

After spending more than 100 days in the hospital, 14-year-old Kaydin Baldwin's condition quickly became critical. ( READ MORE )

DR SCURR shares the unexpected reason why your eyes are constantly watering - even in warm weather - and the FREE solution that takes just seconds

A reader asks: Is there anything I can do to stop my eyes constantly watering? I blamed the cold weather, but it's summer now and nothing has improved. Dr Martin ( READ MORE )

From TikTok hair styles to not eating enough meat, experts reveal what can trigger alopecia, as Melanie Sykes reveals she's now 'two-thirds' bald

Believed to affect more than 100,000 people in Britain, alopecia can range from mild hair loss to complete baldness. ( 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 )

Breastfeeding a child for six months could lower their ADHD risk, study finds

Children of mothers who exclusively breastfeed for at least six months are less likely to develop ADHD as a child, a new study has found. ( READ MORE )

Are you always bloated and sluggish with stomach issues? This is what's really going on... and the daily, non-prescription drink that can solve your problems for good: DR EMILY LEEMING

We pack sun cream, plug adaptors and painkillers for a holiday abroad. Yet the one thing we never prepare for our trip is the one thing most likely to ruin ( READ MORE )

Can playing football increase ALS risk? Ex-NFL star, 40, reveals shocking diagnosis

Former NFL star Chris Johnson has ALS, and it's already robbed him of his ability to speak. ( READ MORE )

Could ‘humanmaxxing’ be the secret to living longer? Experts weigh in

Experts warn that extreme self-experimentation skips safety checks and poses serious health risks. ( READ MORE )

Popular beverage is 'liquid death', claims heart surgeon — it's not alcohol

A heart surgeon warned there is a drink he "absolutely avoids" ( READ MORE )

Former 2,000-yard rusher Johnson announces ALS diagnosis

Chris Johnson, a former running back for the NFL's Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals, announced Monday that he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a terminal nervous system ( READ MORE )

Doctors thought man had deadly brain cancer — the reality was much grosser

All signs pointed to fatal cancer. Fortunately, the actual problem was curable. ( READ MORE )

Scientists FINALLY work out what increases the risk of early-age bowel cancer - shedding a light on the mysterious rise in cases in under 50s

The number of under-50s being diagnosed with bowel cancer is on the rise in the UK, but the cause of this increase has remained largely a mystery amongst experts. ( READ MORE )

Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS

Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview. ( 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 )

The terrifying number of patients who have suffered Covid jab complications revealed, after NHS pharmacist left paralysed by vaccine takes his own life

Nearly half a million Britons claim to have suffered from side effects from the Covid jab, analysis of official figures reveals. ( 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 )

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 )

Les Mills dead at 91: Olympic legend helped establish the worldwide fitness industry with his pioneering business

Les Mills built his first gym on Victoria Street in central Auckland with his wife Colleen in 1968, after representing New Zealand in both the shot put and discus. ( READ MORE )

Are strawberries as healthy as we think? Experts reveal the benefits of Wimbledon's favourite fruit - and who shouldn't overindulge

Nothing says British summer quite like strawberries and cream - preferably eaten courtside at Wimbledon. ( READ MORE )

When My 3-Year-Old Saw Me After I Had Chemotherapy, Her Response Left Me Stunned

"This experience changed my first instinct on how to define beauty." ( 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 )

Illegal use of 'Reta' weight-loss drug is a 'huge, unregulated human experiment', warn doctors - as jab is linked to liver damage

Retatrutide, known as 'Reta', is an appetite-suppressing medication like Mounjaro and Ozempic. But it is still undergoing clinical trials, meaning it has not been greenlit by health officials. ( READ MORE )

Doctors detail 2024 Ontario child rabies death in effort to warn about contact with bats

The 11-year-old boy was at a cottage in northern Ontario in the summer of 2024 and was awoken by a bat lying on his nose and mouth, the case report ( READ MORE )

America's lifespan has doubled since 1776 — experts reveal what changed

U.S. life expectancy has doubled since 1776 thanks to vaccines, antibiotics, sanitation and clean water that reduced infectious disease deaths. ( READ MORE )

15 Things Personal Trainers Would NEVER Do At The Gym

They've seen every gym mistake in the book. Here's what personal trainers say you should stop doing immediately. ( READ MORE )

This vaccine for teens could slash their cancer risk with a single dose

Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains how a vaccine offered in schools is bringing us closer to eliminating a common cancer. ( 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 )

'I'm a cardiologist - these are the 4 checks every woman should have when they hit 40'

You may not realise you have an underlying health condition ( READ MORE )

Illinois sees dramatic drop in opioid overdose deaths

More than 40 years ago, Raymond Law wanted to stop using heroin but saw few options around Chicago as he sought treatment.It wasn’t until he discovered a residential program through ( READ MORE )

The hidden catch in ‘interest-free’ medical loans costing Americans billions

For some Americans paying for emergency — or elective — care, not reading the fine print can mean a "0% interest" bill suddenly costs 30% more. ( READ MORE )

England faces mental health 'crisis' as one in ten children now have diagnosis

More than one million children were referred to mental health services across England last year, with one in 10 now facing a diagnosis, a worrying report has revealed. ( READ MORE )

Centre to launch framework to reduce maternal and infant mortality by 2030

The ministry said the strategic framework offers evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of States and districts and adopts a life-cycle approach which integrates interventions across the continuum of care, ( 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 )

'My red flag cancer symptom appeared when I ate a banana'

EXCLUSIVE: Carlton Hayman, 67, was diagnosed after speaking to a Tesco pharmacist. ( READ MORE )

Why is pregnancy sickness drug not easily accessible to all?

BBC journalist Linzi Kinghorn finds out why a pregnancy sickness drug is not always accessible on the NHS. ( READ MORE )

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 )

Study reveals hidden distribution of noma disease in Nigeria

Noma, a deadly, rapidly progressing, noncontagious infection that destroys the soft tissues and bones of the mouth and face, remains one of the world's most neglected diseases. With a mortality ( READ MORE )

Efforts to end school vaccine mandates hit a wall in Florida

Every state, along with Washington, D.C., requires children to obtain certain vaccinations before they can attend school or childcare These mandates date back decades, and many public health experts consider ( READ MORE )

Q&A: Sunscreen safety and essential skin protection tips

Dr. Michael Girardi understood the importance of sunscreen from an early age. When he was a child, his uncle died of melanoma. ( READ MORE )

Study finds no increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children from paternal valproate use

A research team from National Taiwan University and the University of Oslo analyzed data on more than 1.3 million children across two countries, finding that an earlier European safety warning ( READ MORE )

Daily step count of remote workers associated with lower stress and better work performance

A study by researchers at the University of Tsukuba published in the American Journal of Health Promotion found that higher daily step counts were associated with improved work performance through ( READ MORE )

Cardiovascular disease risk tied to vision loss in Latino adults

In the U.S., Hispanic/Latino populations are disproportionately at risk for eye diseases like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, or vision loss tied to diabetes. But the association between heart and eye ( READ MORE )

Kidney cancer gene reveals an unexpected weakness and a new path for treatment

A common genetic mutation that helps some kidney cancers survive may also expose an unexpected weakness, one that MUSC Hollings Cancer Center researchers hope to transform into a new treatment ( READ MORE )

Home-based exercise feasible for lymphoma survivors entering cardio-oncology rehab

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 in Cancer Control. ( READ MORE )

Tick-borne diseases reported every month of the year and in every Illinois county

A new analysis of state health department data reveals that more than 6,400 Illinois residents were diagnosed with tick-borne diseases from 2004 to 2022. The most commonly reported infections in ( READ MORE )

Hidden risks after orthopedic surgery: International study identifies major triggers of postoperative mortality

Millions of orthopedic surgeries are performed globally every year, offering pain relief and restored mobility to patients. However, an international study published in JMIR Perioperative Medicine warns that the risk ( READ MORE )

Ten guidelines for integrating generative AI into nursing research proposed

Researchers from the Fisabio Foundation and the Universitat Jaume I of Castelló have analyzed the potential of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to transform nursing research and have developed a set ( READ MORE )

Genetically lower systolic BP linked to increased risk of allergic rhinitis

Genetically predicted lower systolic blood pressure (SBP) seems to increase susceptibility to allergic rhinitis (AR), according to a study published online May 29 in Tobacco Induced Diseases. ( READ MORE )

Experimental vaccine for 'neglected disease' carried by hundreds of millions of people shows promising results

For a vaccine to be effective, it must do two things. First, it must trigger an immune response. Second, the vaccine must train the body to remember the response so ( READ MORE )

Not all reproductive-aged women with kidney disease receive preconception counseling

Preconception counseling (PCC) for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) remains underused, according to a study published in the July issue of Kidney Medicine. ( READ MORE )

Large multiple sclerosis brain cohort reveals biological differences linked to disease severity

Why does multiple sclerosis progress quickly in some people, while others remain stable for years? Researchers from the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience have identified biological patterns in the brain that ( READ MORE )

One-size-fits-all smart mouthguard data may overlook serious rugby head injuries

New University of Otago–Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka research shows that head injury data collected from smart mouthguards is run through a model that does not account for people of different sexes, ( READ MORE )

Short-term changes in weather can increase demand for mental-health support

New research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) suggests even modest, short-term changes in weather can have a measurable impact on NHS mental health service demand across England. ( READ MORE )

Equivalent improvements in eczema seen with team-based online care, in-person care

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 study published in JAMA Dermatology. ( READ MORE )

AI companionship may reshape how teens learn conflict, boundaries and empathy

As teenagers increasingly turn to artificial intelligence chatbots for advice about friendships, family conflicts and romantic ties, researchers are raising concerns that the technology could disrupt how young people learn ( READ MORE )

Cases of rare but dangerous Powassan tick virus rising in US

A rare but dangerous tick-borne virus called Powassan is appearing more often across the United States, and experts say warmer weather may be helping it spread. ( READ MORE )

Smoking triggers neutrophil response that may link lungs to heart disease

Scientists at the University of Oklahoma have identified a previously unrecognized immune system pathway that helps explain how cigarette smoking increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. The findings, published in ( READ MORE )

Meaning of abstract art may be highly personal and connected to memory

Have you ever looked at an abstract painting and wondered what the artist was thinking? A splash of color on a canvas can stir something deep or nothing at all. ( READ MORE )

Healthy but sedentary individuals show early decline in cellular energy production

Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz have found that healthy yet sedentary individuals show a significant, coordinated drop in muscle mitochondrial function that may precede the development of major ( READ MORE )

Poor sleep raises liver disease risk in adults with type 2 diabetes

Poor nocturnal sleep is independently associated with a substantially higher risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D), according to a study published ( READ MORE )

Scalable mindfulness model can help treat chronic low back pain

Low back pain affects over 600 million people and is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. New research from Boston Medical Center (BMC), the largest essential hospital in New ( READ MORE )

Photoswitch drug shows early signs of restoring light sensitivity in severely damaged retinas in first human trial

Adelaide University researchers have carried out the first in-human trial of a new type of treatment for a leading cause of blindness in working age adults, with promising results. ( READ MORE )

Medical museums often display infant remains. How they were acquired was frequently harrowing

If you've been to a museum about the history of medicine or surgery, you've probably seen loads of preserved human remains that have been used as teaching aids or in ( READ MORE )

Cancer cell 'degraders' target two proteins at once to defeat treatment resistance

Researchers from two Technion faculties have jointly developed a new compound and demonstrated its effectiveness against aggressive tumor cells. ( READ MORE )

How AI has moved from the sidelines to the center of health care

A new CSIRO report titled "AI Trends for Healthcare" reveals how AI is now embedded in real-world clinical settings for more connected, safer and more efficient health care. ( READ MORE )

Mouse model supports long-held belief that viruses can trigger Parkinson's disease

Scientists usually use animal models when studying Parkinson's disease because these models mimic the disease well. They are limited, however, because they require either gene modifications or the injection of ( READ MORE )

FDA Expands Risankizumab Label in Psoriatic Disease

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA expanded the indications for risankizumab (Skyrizi) in plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis to include treatment of children 6 years and older, AbbVie announced. An interleukin ( READ MORE )

Could Early Tirzepatide Alter the Course of Type 2 Diabetes?

(MedPage Today) -- At the American Diabetes Association annual meeting, 2-year results from the SUPPRESS-EARLY trial showed that initiating tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) early in the course of type 2 diabetes ( READ MORE )

Heart Health in Pregnancy May Tell of Future Risk

(MedPage Today) -- Better cardiovascular health during pregnancy was linked to better cardiometabolic health in the subsequent 7 years, a cohort study found. Using a Life's Essential 8 framework modified ( READ MORE )

What Caused This Infant's 'Flaking Paint' Skin Rash?

(MedPage Today) -- A case in India highlights what's long been known as the "disease of the displaced child." A 5-month-old boy was brought to an outpatient clinic with a ( READ MORE )

States Seek to Lower Drug Prices by Targeting Pharmacy Benefit Managers

(MedPage Today) -- As consumers worry about medication costs, states are trying to lower drug prices by reining in big companies that oversee prescription coverage for health insurers. Some of ( READ MORE )

'Tiniest Penis' Fundraiser; Flu Vaccine Maker Investigated; FDA Rejects Gout Drug

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. A North Carolina man who claims his 0.38-inch penis is the world's smallest started a fundraiser for enlargement ( READ MORE )

Pulsed Field Ablation Tied to Fewer LAA Occluder Leaks

(MedPage Today) -- NEW YORK CITY -- The persistent peridevice leaks in percutaneous left atrial appendage (LAA) closure may be addressed by applying pulsed field ablation (PFA) during the procedure, ( READ MORE )

Millions take omega-3 fish oil for brain health but a new study found no benefit

Fish oil supplements successfully delivered omega-3s to the brain, but a two-year study found no meaningful benefits for memory, cognition, or Alzheimer’s-related brain changes. The results challenge the idea that ( READ MORE )

These fat-filled brain cells may be making multiple sclerosis worse

Scientists have uncovered a surprising clue that may help explain why multiple sclerosis (MS) progresses rapidly in some people but not others. In brain tissue from patients with severe MS, ( READ MORE )

Brain activity under anesthesia challenges what we know about consciousness

The unconscious brain appears to be far more capable than scientists once believed. Researchers found that patients under general anesthesia could still process language at a sophisticated level, distinguishing nouns, ( 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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 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 )

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 )

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 )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 -- Many people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are not receiving health information about wildfire smoke risk, according to a study published in the May ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 -- Poor nocturnal sleep is independently associated with a substantially higher risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D), ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 -- Genetically predicted lower systolic blood pressure (SBP) seems to increase susceptibility to allergic rhinitis (AR), according to a study published online May 29 in Tobacco ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 -- Problematic media use is associated with sleep disturbances in children diagnosed with enuresis, according to a study published in the August issue of the Journal ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 -- Preconception counseling (PCC) for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) remains underused, according to a study published in the July issue of Kidney Medicine.Gwendolyn Lee, ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 — Many young adults may be missing important preventive healthcare screenings, according to a national survey.The poll of more than 1,000 U.S. adults, commissioned by Ohio ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 — Infertility is considered one of the most distressing concerns facing girls and young women with cancer.Despite this, young female cancer patients are offered fertility preservation ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 — Family members should keep a close eye on Grandma or Grandpa after they’ve been released from the hospital, a new study suggests.Seniors sent home with ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 — Many have fireworks, cookouts and family get togethers planned for the Fourth of July – but these activities can pose a burn risk for young ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 — The way your aging dog walks could be an early sign of canine dementia, a new study says.The relative stride of a dog’s front legs ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, June 29, 2026 — Every state, along with Washington, D.C., requires children to obtain certain vaccinations before they can attend school or childcare. These mandates date back decades, and ( 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 )

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

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

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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 )

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

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

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

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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 )

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

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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 )

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