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Bird flu kills US resident after dairy cow exposure, marking nation’s third death

A Yakima County resident with underlying health conditions died after contracting H5N1 bird flu from infected dairy cows at a local dairy farm. ( READ MORE )

Max oncology inpatient revenue falls after chemo drug discontinuation for CGHS patients

Speaking at the company’s second-quarter earnings call, Soi attributed the drop to revisions in CGHS rates. ( READ MORE )

The 1 easy lifestyle change you can make to slash your risk of heart attack and strokes

Simple switch may reduce the danger of serious heart problems by around a fifth ( READ MORE )

I was told I had anxiety but it turned out to be breast cancer

Beth Jenkins' cancer was initially missed after told she was "too young" to have the disease. ( READ MORE )

Trouble for anxiety sufferers as Whole Foods anti-anxiety capsules are recalled over Salmonella fears

Whole Foods has offered customers a refund on the contaminated product. Consumers have been advised to check their pill bottles and discard immediately. ( READ MORE )

America's throat cancer surge: As cases rise among non-smokers, experts reveal the surprising risk factors, the link to oral sex... and early warning signs that even dentists often miss

Throat cancer has long been considered a disease of aging, primarily plaguing smokers and people with poor oral hygiene. But experts are warning the face of throat cancer is shifting. ( READ MORE )

If YOU are plagued with chronic infections, a new therapy containing a killer VIRUS could be the solution when antibiotics stop working... and it's already on sale over-the-counter in Europe

David Felstead has spent the past six years being treated for a superbug infection in his left leg. After antibiotics stopped working, his health declined and he was at risk ( READ MORE )

Child’s measles death marks New York state’s first in more than 30 years amid outbreak

A child in Lewis County marks New York's first measles-associated death in over 30 years as Gov. Kathy Hochul urges people to get their vaccinations. ( READ MORE )

Ebola reminder of urgent need to finish pandemic treaty: WHO chief

Deadly outbreaks like the Ebola epidemic raging in the Democratic Republic of Congo show the urgent need to complete an international pandemic treaty, the World Health Organization chief said Monday. ( READ MORE )

Why the temperature of your food and drink could be the key to everything from lowering your cancer risk to losing weight. Experts reveal how to adjust your diet

We all know the importance of a balanced diet, but could the temperature of our food and drink matter just as much? ( READ MORE )

Florida battles largest dengue fever outbreak in decades with hundreds infected

The locally acquired infections are separate from more than 300 travel-associated dengue cases reported in Florida this year. ( READ MORE )

UK 'unhealthy' food ad ban allows M&S Whipped Chocolate spread to be promoted to children but NOT porridge

Chocolate spread is just one of many sugar-laden treats to have escaped the government's ban on advertising unhealthy foods to young people. ( READ MORE )

Nahant officials issue warning about pesticides after 2 dogs die after eating something poisonous while on walk

A Nahant resident "lost 2 large Labrador retrievers over the weekend due to the ingestion of a toxin after going for a local walk," town officials wrote on social media ( READ MORE )

A West Point cadet drugged his girlfriend to force an unwanted abortion. Then he went to grad school

A onetime West Point cadet drugged his then-girlfriend in her barracks room, administered abortion pills to her against her will and caused a miscarriage. Then he went on to study ( READ MORE )

Jim Cramer says lower oil prices are giving stocks a boost. Can it last?

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said falling oil prices and interest rates are fueling a rally. ( READ MORE )

Washington state resident dies from bird flu following exposure to infected cattle

A person in Washington state has died from complications of the bird flu, the first such U.S. death in a year. ( READ MORE )

Trump Administration Said to Plan Rolling Back Pregnancy-Related Job Protections

The Biden era law was meant to help women stay in the workplace, but some conservatives say rules to enact it went too far with coverage for abortion and fertility ( READ MORE )

Horror as deadly virus that killed person in France found in UK livestock for first time

The virus that was linked to a death in France last month was also found in UK farms. ( READ MORE )

Washington state resident dies from bird flu following exposure to infected cattle

A person in Washington state has died from complications of bird flu, marking the first such U.S. death in a year ( READ MORE )

Kent mum-of-seven lost 13lbs and dropped dress sizes 'without any effort'

"It was something I really wanted to do for myself and it's helped me in so many ways." ( READ MORE )

Officials warn ‘unprecedented’ disease outbreak is ‘very dire’

While the majority of cases are currently affecting those in Africa, health experts warned the situation could change and countries should start increasing preparedness now. ( READ MORE )

Dangerous mosquito-borne virus surges in popular US state as cases reach highest levels in decades

Florida's dengue fever outbreak has reached 485 locally acquired cases, with Tampa Bay accounting for 95% of infections and emergency declarations issued. ( READ MORE )

They Tried Kratom for Its Purported Health Benefits, Then They Became Addicted

Some say they were introduced to the drug through wellness podcasts, free samples at gyms or fitness influencers. ( READ MORE )

Fat jabs like Ozempic and Mounjaro more effective than diabetes drug metformin at preventing the disease - and patients have fewer side effects, major analysis finds

Researchers found people taking the injections have a 31 per cent lower risk of developing the disease than those taking metformin. ( READ MORE )

Ashwagandha supplement sold at Whole Foods recalled over bacterial contamination fears

Ashwagandha capsules sold at Whole Foods have been pulled from shelves amid concerns they may be contaminated with potentially deadly bacteria. ( READ MORE )

Can you drink coffee on an empty stomach? Doctor weighs in on debate

Gastroenterologist Dr. Asma Khapra gave her thoughts about the potential side effects. ( READ MORE )

It's more painful than childbirth or a ruptured appendix... but tens of thousands of women who have a hysteroscopy every year endure agony. Here's the pain relief they SHOULD be offered

Laura Crosby has one word to describe the pain she experienced during a routine gynaecological procedure: 'Horrific.' ( READ MORE )

New cancer treatment approach could help immune cells fight tumors longer

UCLA researchers found that boosting p53 protein with navtemadlin helped T cells fight melanoma cancer cells longer, but dosing challenges remain. ( READ MORE )

Can an electrolyte drink really stop you feeling tired all the time? Top experts give their verdict on the latest wellness trend taking over TikTok: A glass a day tackles exhaustion, cramps and headaches, users say

Electrolytes - a mixture of essential minerals including sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium - are said to instantly resolve disabling exhaustion in a single glass. ( READ MORE )

Washington resident dies from bird flu complications... in America's third fatality linked to the virus

An individual from Washington state has become the third American to die from complications of highly transmissible H5N1 bird flu, health officials have announced. ( READ MORE )

Doctor says adding £1 household item to shampoo 'helps hair grow thicker'

If you're struggling to grow your hair back after hair loss, a doctor has recommended adding one ingredient to your shampoo for thicker hair. ( READ MORE )

More than 120,000 referrals 'disappeared' from NHS system this year - 'dangerous' process means patients are waiting for care that will never arrive

A report by the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) has revealed that around 127,000 referrals vanished between February and July. ( READ MORE )

Doctors blamed my stomach pain on being obese and 'gassy'... then they found a 15lb tumor in my abdomen

Irene Sinsombutcharoen was supposed to be enjoying herself on a cruise when she noticed something unusual. Doctors, however, insisted she was just 'obese' and 'gassy.' ( READ MORE )

Obamacare Policies Hit Again With Steep Premium Increases for 2027

Premiums will increase an average 13 percent next year for millions of Americans, on top of an earlier steep increase. It adds to the problems facing the program, which the ( READ MORE )

MGB doctor treating PANS/PANDAS patients to leave the hospital at the end of the year

As families with children who have a complex pediatric condition grapple with news that a specialized treatment program at Mass General Brigham will shutter at the end of the year, ( READ MORE )

I've been on acid reflux medication for many years. Now I'm wheezing and suffering chest infections: DR SCURR reveals unexpected signs your omeprazole may have stopped working

A reader asks: I've been suffering dry throat, tickly cough and chest infections, with high levels of mucus, as well as bouts of breathlessness and wheezing. Could omeprazole be to ( READ MORE )

A little-known type of dementia leaves patients like Bruce Willis unrecognizable to their loved ones. These are the signs you have the gene... and why scientists believe one family holds the key to eradicating the disease

Frontotemporal dementia is confoundedly rare; perhaps a few hundred thousand people have it worldwide, though that estimate is complicated by how difficult it is to diagnose. ( READ MORE )

Approval of a cheap version of HIV-prevention shot lenacapavir raises hopes in low-income countries

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic version of the world's only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV - a big step toward making the drug available inexpensively ( READ MORE )

Rock the Vote advisor on engaging young voters

Andrew Aydin joined “Mornings On 1” ahead of Election Day to discuss turnout. ( READ MORE )

Molly Sims reveals supplement she ‘lives and dies’ by — and one of ‘biggest things that helped’ through perimenopause

The model and entrepreneur dishes on the mattress she loves, the daily drink she swears by and more. ( READ MORE )

I'm a top dentist - here's the subtle sign your mouth ulcer is actually cancer...as oral cancer cases double in young people, under 50s should perform weekly, vital checks

A lack of public awareness around mouth cancer means that more than half of cases are diagnosed at a late stage, when the disease is significantly harder to treat. ( READ MORE )

I was fit and healthy and had never smoked. But my niggling back pain at 44 turned out to be stage four lung cancer. So many younger patients are being overlooked. These are the symtpoms you must never ignore

A persistent cough. A hoarse voice that lingers for weeks. Losing your appetite. For most otherwise fit and healthy people - and for most doctors - these symptoms would not ( READ MORE )

Ethiopia attacks kill civilians as health system nears collapse, WHO chief says

Attacks in northern Ethiopia that reportedly killed children, including a newborn, are pushing the region's fragile health system closer to collapse, the World Health Organization's chief said Monday. ( READ MORE )

A fun ride on an e-scooter seven years ago ruined my life: I wasn't badly hurt, but months later I didn't recognise my own daughter and had to leave my job. The most terrifying part... damage to my brain didn't even show up on a scan

Spying a line of e-scooters during a family trip to Brussels, Wendy Joss thought to herself: 'They look like fun.' But Wendy now bitterly regrets being so gung-ho. ( READ MORE )

5 things older Americans should do to stay out of nursing homes, according to a doctor

Dr Vonda Wright urges older adults to reject the assumption that aging means inevitable decline ( READ MORE )

Woman saved by CPR has 'another chance at life'

South West Ambulance Service says immediate action is vital for better patient outcomes. ( READ MORE )

The frightening truth about testosterone for the menopause - loved by Davina: It's linked to heart attacks and stroke...try these safer (and more effective) libido-boosters instead DR CHANNA JAYASENA

Just like men, women are increasingly being told by influencers and private clinics that their low mood, brain fog and dwindling libido could be down to testosterone. ( READ MORE )

A possible chemical explanation for why we give up on tough tasks

When we engage our brains in a mentally taxing task, we eventually reach a point where we hit a wall or run on empty. Even when the rewards of finishing ( READ MORE )

Food scores or warning labels? New study offers clues for Europe's nutrition labeling debate

A German–Israeli eye-tracking study found that both the design and familiarity of front-of-package nutrition labels shape what consumers notice and how they interpret food products. Participants in both countries found ( READ MORE )

Ultrathin optical coherence tomography endoscope could enable imaging during retinal surgery

A team of physicists from the Applied Optics Group at the University of Kent has developed a new design for an ultrathin, forward-viewing endoscope. Together with partners from King's College ( READ MORE )

New clues about why the eye's iris sheds in pigmentary glaucoma

Yale School of Medicine researchers have discovered new genetic risk factors associated with a subtype of the eye condition glaucoma. The findings highlight a novel mechanism that may contribute to ( READ MORE )

Postoperative complications elevated for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus

Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have an increased risk for postoperative complications, according to a study published online Oct. 9 in Rheumatology International. ( READ MORE )

Newborn deaths fell by 50% in Flint following the launch of Rx Kids, new research finds

A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics has found that neonatal mortality—the death of an infant within the first 28 days of life—fell by 50% following the launch of Rx ( READ MORE )

Treatment satisfaction higher for patients with rheumatoid arthritis choosing their own treatment

For patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), those choosing their own treatment have higher treatment satisfaction, better treatment retention and fewer reported adverse events, according to a study published online Oct. ( READ MORE )

In the future, a blood test may be able to replace a biopsy

Doctors often have to take a tissue sample to understand what is happening inside a tumor or another affected organ. Biomedical scientist Danilo Mladenović is working to find the same ( READ MORE )

A vulnerability in liver tumor cells' nuclear gateways could pave the way for new treatments

A study led by the Cell Cycle and Cancer Group at the Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO) has identified a vulnerability in liver cancer that could guide the development ( READ MORE )

Fatty acid metabolism may help eliminate damaged and senescent cells

Researchers have identified a mechanism involving fatty acid metabolism that may determine whether a damaged cell enters senescence and persists in the body or is eliminated through cell death. Published ( READ MORE )

Bad neighbors: How immune cells help cancer cells get ready to spread

Most cancer deaths are not caused by the original tumor, but by metastases, which form when cancer cells leave the original tumor and spread to other organs. To do so, ( READ MORE )

At-home exercise may help teens bounce back faster from concussion

One doesn't have to step onto a football field to get a concussion; it can happen anywhere. A fall during an everyday activity or a minor car accident can deliver ( READ MORE )

Earlier valve replacement benefits some patients with moderate aortic stenosis

Patients with moderate aortic stenosis, a narrowing of the heart's aortic valve, may benefit from undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) before the disease becomes severe, according to findings from ( READ MORE )

Researchers trace antibodies behind severe viral infections

Some people carry antibodies that block the body's early defenses against viruses, increasing their risk of developing severe illnesses such as severe COVID-19. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have now identified ( READ MORE )

About half of drinkers on GLP-1s say they imbibed less

Nearly half of drinkers who take GLP-1 medications have reported declines in consumption, with the effect higher among those at risk of unhealthy alcohol use, a new Harvard study shows. ( READ MORE )

AI system may help clinical labs spot problems before they affect patients

Weill Cornell Medicine researchers have designed an AI system that could help clinical laboratories identify problems before they disrupt testing and delay patient care. These laboratories analyze samples such as ( READ MORE )

Anorexia and bulimia cases projected to reach nearly 22 million by 2050

Social media trending hashtags such as skinny girl dinner and thinspiration are promoting restrictive eating and a lifestyle centered on staying thin to millions of people around the world. This ( READ MORE )

Pediatric palliative care addresses the unique needs of seriously ill children and their families

Pediatric medicine generally entails caring for patients at the beginning of their lives—performing newborn checkups, treating childhood illnesses and supporting adolescents in their health as they move toward adulthood. ( READ MORE )

Inexpensive drug may improve brain connectivity in people with multiple sclerosis

New findings by researchers at Thomas Jefferson University show how an inexpensive, off-patent compound can improve functioning in people with multiple sclerosis, a chronic neurodegenerative disease that affects vision, muscle ( READ MORE )

An intact primary visual cortex is necessary for conscious position perception, study finds

The brain uses motion signals to predict the current position of an object, enabling us to respond promptly and accurately. But how does the brain use motion information to predict ( READ MORE )

Menopause can quietly weaken bones—here's what research reveals about protecting them

A skeleton hanging on a door or standing in your neighbor's yard for Halloween looks like a finished structure. But the skeleton inside a living body is constantly changing. Around ( READ MORE )

Targeted scan detects hidden multiple myeloma missed by standard imaging

A targeted immunoPET scan detected active multiple myeloma that standard PET/CT scans and blood tests missed, a finding that could help doctors more accurately map disease, guide treatment decisions and ( READ MORE )

New study of Medicare 'ExRad' quality measure data shows wide variations in CT scan radiation dose

The first study to examine how imaging facilities perform on the new Medicare "ExRad" measure shows that radiation doses used for the same type of CT scan vary widely from ( READ MORE )

A doctor's take: When the diagnosis isn't right: What you need to know about misdiagnosis

Getting the right diagnosis isn't always easy. Some illnesses develop slowly, some have vague symptoms and many can be mistaken for something else. ( READ MORE )

Earlier bedtime linked to greater weight loss in prediabetes trial

Going to bed earlier is associated with weight loss in people with prediabetes, according to a randomized controlled trial led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. ( READ MORE )

Engineered probiotic senses inflammation and helps repair the gut in mice

Inflammatory bowel disease damages the lining that separates the gut's contents from the rest of the body. Calming the inflammation is only part of the treatment challenge, however—that protective barrier ( READ MORE )

Why people trust weight‑loss drug advice on social media, even when it may be misleading

Imagine scrolling through social media and seeing dramatic weight-loss results from people taking Mounjaro, Wegovy or Ozempic. They share photographs, discuss side effects and recommend ways to get the best ( READ MORE )

Sunscreen myths explained: The truth about beef tallow, cancer and vitamin D

Some people are so worried about sunscreen that they're swapping SPF 50 for beef tallow. Yes, the fat traditionally used to make roasted potatoes is now being promoted online as ( READ MORE )

Diabetic foot ulcers can cause severe pain despite numbness, patients report

Diabetes-related foot ulcers are often associated with numbness in the feet. According to patients, the fact that these ulcers can also cause severe and unpredictable pain does not receive sufficient ( READ MORE )

What if AI came with a nutrition label? A new framework measures AI's impact on human well-being

Nutrition labels have long helped consumers understand what they're putting into their bodies. Now, a new framework applies a similar approach to AI, giving people a clearer view of how ( READ MORE )

Novel Therapy Lands Speedy Approval for Wart-Like Airway Disease

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA granted accelerated approval to doruxapapogene ralaplasmid and lalikinogene sifuplasmid (Voceryq) to reduce the frequency of surgical papilloma excisions in adults with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), ( READ MORE )

Study Strengthens Case for Stent-Free PCI in De Novo Coronary Lesions

(MedPage Today) -- For de novo coronary lesions, drug-coated balloons (DCBs) were just as effective as standard drug-eluting stents, the TRANSFORM II trial showed. Among patients with native coronary lesions ( READ MORE )

Late-Stage Sickle Cell Disease Study Splits on Main Goals

(MedPage Today) -- The thalassemia drug mitapivat (Aqvesme) significantly improved hemoglobin response in patients with sickle cell disease but failed to top placebo when it came to reducing pain crises ( READ MORE )

Washington State Resident Dies From Bird Flu Following Exposure to Infected Cattle

(MedPage Today) -- A person in Washington state has died from complications of the bird flu, the first such U.S. death in a year. The Yakima County resident, who had ( READ MORE )

CTE in NFL Players: What a New Study Tells Us -- And What It Doesn't

(MedPage Today) -- A statistical model that extrapolated data from deceased National Football League (NFL) brain donors to include all former NFL players who died from 2008 through 2023 estimated ( READ MORE )

Parents' Autoimmune Disease Linked to Kids' Type 1 Diabetes Risk

(MedPage Today) -- Parental autoimmune diseases were associated with an increased risk of type 1 diabetes in offspring, according to a Swedish registry cohort study. In an analysis of nearly ( READ MORE )

Another Surgical Treatment for Back Pain Fails in Rigorous Analysis

(MedPage Today) -- Spinal fusion added to decompression surgery in patients with spinal stenosis did not provide any added benefit versus decompression alone, Norwegian national registry data indicated. With outcomes ( READ MORE )

AI, Digital Pathology in Early Breast Cancer Among Highlights at SABCS

(MedPage Today) -- The use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital pathology in early breast cancer will be a major theme at the upcoming San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS), ( READ MORE )

Here's How Many Patients Fudge the Facts to Get Antibiotic Scripts

(MedPage Today) -- More than one in four adults said they misrepresented symptoms to try to get antibiotics for themselves or their children, survey results showed. Among 959 adults, 27.9% ( READ MORE )

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First Guidelines for Cancer Caregivers Address Key Information Void in Care

(MedPage Today) -- First-ever guidelines for cancer caregivers offer information and advice on topics ranging from medical management and emotional support to finances and legal issues. Published by the National ( READ MORE )

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Incretin Drug May Improve Menstrual Regularity

(MedPage Today) -- BALTIMORE -- Use of a combined GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist was associated with improved menstrual regularity, an analysis of a prospective cohort showed. Women taking the combination incretin ( READ MORE )

How Did History's Deadliest Pathogen Infect a Private High School?

(MedPage Today) -- We heard about the outbreak by accident. In December 2025, I (Meyer) was chatting with a friend who has a teenager in a rival San Francisco high ( READ MORE )

Residual Disease in Spondyloarthritis: What's Being Missed by DMARDs?

(MedPage Today) -- In spondyloarthritis (SpA), the wealth of biologic and disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) options still leaves some patients unsatisfied with their treatment outcomes, most likely due to residual ( READ MORE )

Spondyloarthritis Biologics 'Game-Changing' for Juvenile Disease

(MedPage Today) -- Researchers continue to lay the groundwork for expanding treatment in juvenile spondyloarthritis (SpA), borrowing from advances in disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) in adults. Earlier this year, the ( READ MORE )

Frontline Treatment in Multiple Myeloma Is Changing

(MedPage Today) -- Ahead of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) annual meeting, frontline treatment for multiple myeloma continues to evolve, with quadruplet regimens increasingly becoming standard for both transplant-eligible ( READ MORE )

CT Images Facilitate PCI's 'New Era': Planning Before Catheterization

(MedPage Today) -- Coronary CT angiography (CCTA) made it feasible and safe to plan percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) procedures before cardiac catheterization, as shown by the open-label randomized P4 trial. ( READ MORE )

LEXINGTON, Mass. and AMSTERDAM, Nov. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- uniQure N.V. (NASDAQ: QURE), a leading gene therapy company advancing transformative therapies for patients with severe medical needs, today announced ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 -- For patients with endometrial cancer, sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT), a trophoblast cell-surface antigen 2-directed antibody-drug conjugate, yields significant improvements in progression-free and overall survival ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 -- Errors in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) estimation may contribute to exceeding toxicity in patients with cancer receiving anticancer therapy, according to a study presented at ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 -- Recommendations are presented for treating primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) in guidelines issued by the American Gastroenterological Association and the American Association for the Study of ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 — E-bike crashes involving kids are soaring — and the injuries are getting more serious, according to a new study. “We've been seeing more and more ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 -- For patients with colorectal liver metastases (CRLM), laparoscopic liver resection (LLR) is associated with lower postoperative morbidity than open liver resection (OLR), with similar long-term ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 -- Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors show significant benefits for adults aged 80 years and older with chronic kidney disease (CKD), according to a study presented ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 -- For patients with stage 3 chronic kidney disease (CKD), receiving fruits and vegetables (F&V) is associated with better clinical outcomes than standard treatment with sodium ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 -- Middle-aged and older adults with autism are more likely to have parkinsonism than adults without autism or intellectual disability (ID), according to a study published ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 — Parents and caregivers should stop serving Once Upon a Farm Tractor Wheels toddler bars right away because they could cause deadly choking, federal health officials ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 — More than a quarter of Americans have exaggerated or invented symptoms to try to get antibiotics from their doctor, a new study says. The main ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 — Energy drinks can be literally heart-stopping for young adults, a new study says. Caffeinated energy drinks and stimulant supplements are consistently linked with cases of ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 — Today’s hormone therapy for menopause does not increase middle-aged women’s risk of heart attack, stroke, blood clots or death, a new study says. Hormone therapy ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Nov. 2, 2026 — Rural residents who have a heart attack are nearly three times more likely to die before reaching a hospital compared to urban dwellers, a new ( READ MORE )

New Drug Approvals The following drugs have recently been approved by the FDA. Voceryq (doruxapapogene ralaplasmid and lalikinogene sifuplasmid-gxfd) Injection Date of Approval: October 30, 2026Treatment for: Recurrent Respiratory ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 -- Regular exposure to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) surveillance is associated with higher polyp detection during IBD surveillance colonoscopy, according to a study published online Oct. ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 -- Living alone is associated with an increased risk for death from multiple causes, especially among adults aged 18 to 64 years, according to a study ( READ MORE )

NEWTON, Mass., Oct. 30, 2026 October 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acumen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ABOS) (“Acumen” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics that target ( READ MORE )

PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO), a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing DNA medicines to help treat and protect people from HPV-related diseases, ( READ MORE )

MUMBAI, India and PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (Reuters: SUN.BO, Bloomberg: SUNP IN, NSE: SUNPHARMA, BSE: 524715, "Sun Pharma" and includes its subsidiaries and/or ( READ MORE )

The annual meeting of the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDWeek) was held this year from Oct. 21 to 24 in Washington, D.C., and drew scientists, physicians, and other health ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 -- There has been a global decline in childhood measles vaccination rates since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published online Oct. 21 in Nature ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 -- For patients undergoing elective intestinal resection for Crohn disease (CD), cumulative surgical recurrence rates are lower with laparoscopic versus open surgery, according to a study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 -- A 16-week course of hypofractionated postmastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT) is safe and noninferior to conventional PMRT, according to a study published online Oct. 12 in ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 -- Patients with psoriasis have an increased risk for cataracts and cataract surgery, with the risks for these outcomes varying by treatment modality, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 -- For adults with midportion Achilles tendinopathy, high-volume injections with or without corticosteroids do not improve pain or disability compared with sham at 12 months, according ( READ MORE )

The annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists was held from Oct. 16 to 20 in San Diego, and was attended by anesthesiologists and other health care professionals from ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 — A simple vaginal swab may one day help women with abnormal bleeding learn whether they have endometrial cancer without first going through a painful biopsy. ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 — High-dose omega-3 fatty acid supplements might improve survival among some patients with advanced colon cancer, a new study says. Patients had higher five-year overall survival ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 — Heated tobacco is gaining popularity around the world, marketed as a less harmful alternative to cigarettes. But new research is raising red flags — finding ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 — Searching for the single best workout to help you lose weight? There isn’t one, a sports medicine doctor says, because the smartest approach is mixing ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 — Nearly 6 in 10 Americans know that boozing increases a person’s odds of cancer, a new survey has found. The findings reflect increased public awareness ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 — Loneliness has been considered a major health risk for seniors, but a new study suggests younger adults might fare even worse from living by themselves. ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2026 — About a third of young adults have used AI chatbots to seek out information on drug use or drinking, a new report says. More than ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- For patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), predictors of renal dysfunction have been identified and include osteoporosis, enteral nutrition, and intestinal surgery, according to a ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- Acute kidney injury (AKI) occurs more often among older patients and men with drug overdose-involved hospitalizations, while severe inpatient courses disproportionately affect younger patients, according ( READ MORE )

Hong Kong, Shanghai & Florham Park, NJ — Thursday, October 29, 2026: HUTCHMED (China) Limited (“HUTCHMED”) (Nasdaq/AIM:HCM; HKEX:13) today announces that the US Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) has granted ( READ MORE )

Uppsala, Sweden – October 29, 2026 – Orexo AB (publ.) (STO: ORX) (OTCQX: ORXOY) today announces that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for review the resubmitted ( READ MORE )

NEWARK, N.J., Oct. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rafael Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: RFL) today announced that its subsidiary, Cyclo Therapeutics, LLC, has submitted a New Drug Application (NDA) to the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- Among patients with non-dialysis-dependent chronic kidney disease (CKD), low protein intake is associated with an increased risk for kidney failure requiring replacement therapy (KFRT) and ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- Divarasib leads to significantly longer progression-free and overall survival than control treatment for patients with previously treated KRAS G12C-mutated advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- Passive tobacco smoke exposure, particularly paternal smoking and postnatal household exposure, is associated with increased disease severity among children aged 0 to 2 years with ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- The addition of abiraterone to standard treatment improves survival for men with de novo metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (mCSPC), according to a study presented at ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- For hospitalized patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), low serum total calcium is associated with a reduced risk for heart failure readmission, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- For pediatric patients with high-risk B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL), residential fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations during induction therapy are associated with positive end-of-induction (EOI) ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 — Six unapproved peptide injections popular in the wellness world could soon be sold by compounding pharmacies, under a draft federal policy released Wednesday. The plan ( READ MORE )

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THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 -- The combination of estrogen and testosterone therapy (E+T) may improve bone mineral density (BMD) outcomes in postmenopausal women more than estrogen alone, according to a ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 — Exposure to wildfire smoke during pregnancy might increase a child’s risk of autism, a new study says. Kids were more likely to be diagnosed with ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 29, 2026 — Whether you realize it or not, you’re probably already familiar with calisthenics. Put simply, calisthenics is just bodyweight exercises. Calisthenics is great for beginners because ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Expands to Atlanta ( READ MORE )

Statement: Update on Title 42 Order ( READ MORE )

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