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New California law will restrict sales of some muscle-building supplements to minors

Gavin Newsom signed AB 2030 restricting diet pills and muscle building supplements for minors, but questions remain about creatine and protein products. ( READ MORE )

Men and women who smoke marijuana may experience different effects, study suggests

UCLA researchers found occasional male cannabis users reported stronger effects like anxiety and elevated heart rate than women with similar THC levels. ( READ MORE )

How your shaky hands could be the only sign you have had a 'silent' stroke: DR MARTIN SCURR reveals exactly when to demand a referral to a neurologist

'Earlier this year my hand started to shake, and then my arm. After an MRI scan I was diagnosed with spondylosis,' writes a reader. ( READ MORE )

6-minute daily habit could help Ozempic users preserve muscle, expert says

Gary Brecka says just six minutes of daily resistance training can help protect lean body mass during Ozempic and Wegovy weight loss journeys. ( READ MORE )

This Little-Known Syndrome Might Be The Reason You Feel Off In Crowded Places

For people with supermarket syndrome, a routine grocery trip can be anything but ordinary. ( READ MORE )

Psychiatric intensive care unit for women to open

The unit will care for women with serious mental health needs in Kent and Medway. ( READ MORE )

The ‘Low T’ craze and rise of TRT has a dangerous catch men need to know

From overlooked symptoms to fertility risks, here's what men may be getting wrong about their testosterone. ( READ MORE )

Do you really need to take a vitamin C tablet to ward off a winter cold? Top scientist reveals the few supplements that could give you a flu-free season

Is being stuck in bed with a runny nose and aching throat inevitable, or is there something you can do to ward off sickness? ( READ MORE )

£40m GP contract deal a 'start' but more funding needed, BMA warns

The Department of Health (DoH) said it will give an additional £40m across two years for "improvements in patient access and primary care activity". ( READ MORE )

The size of your NECK could reveal your risk of a deadly heart attack or stroke - even if you're not overweight. Here's how to check yours at home

The findings suggest that where a person stores fat may be just as important as how much they weigh when it comes to their long-term health. ( READ MORE )

Do you really need Omega-3 supplements? Expert reveals who should be taking it and why more isn't always better

Most healthy adults do not need to be taking Omega-3 supplements and can get as much of the fatty acids as they need from their diet, an expert has revealed. ( READ MORE )

Dementia carers' postcode lottery: As Mail launches landmark fundraising appeal, heartbreaking figures reveal how looking after loved ones hits families' quality of life differently around the UK

Looking after a loved one with the disease is robbing people of their friends, hobbies and career, heartbreaking figures reveal. ( READ MORE )

The four signs that could point to undiagnosed diabetes - check now

Waking up at night to pee a lot or feeling more tired than usual? Here are the 4Ts that could indicate you need to get checked out. ( READ MORE )

I’m a GP – this is exactly who can get weightloss jabs on the NHS

Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains who can get GLP-1 drugs on the NHS and why some patients face a postcode lottery. ( READ MORE )

'My brother died, so I smashed up his TV'

From bereavement to stillbirth, more women are finding release in rage rooms from Bath to Swindon. ( READ MORE )

Cancer survivor calls for fertility funding change

A woman who survived blood cancer says she wants survivors to get funded fertility treatment. ( READ MORE )

'Painful condition meant I had to leave my job'

A charity says women should not have to choose between work and health because of endometriosis. ( READ MORE )

How a teaspoon of cumin could slash your weight and banish high cholesterol

That jar of cumin in your spice rack may do more than add an extra kick to your tacos or curry. Could it also help with weight and cholesterol? Early ( READ MORE )

What's your love language - and does it actually mean anything?

The theory of ‘Love Languages’ has no scientific origin but it's often still mentioned in modern dating. ( READ MORE )

GPs to target 300,000 patients with home visits, health checks and medication reviews this winter in £40m bid to keep them out of hospital

Up to 300,000 vulnerable patients will receive extra support from their GP this winter under a £40million government scheme designed to keep people out of hospital. ( READ MORE )

In America’s measles epidemic, RFK Jr. is now on trial

A U.N. body will consider this week whether America can continue to say it’s eliminated measles. Its decision will be a legacy-defining moment for the health secretary. ( READ MORE )

Forget prunes: Popular green fruit shows promise for constipation relief

A review of 33 studies links eating two green kiwis daily for four weeks to more regular bowel movements in people with constipation or IBS-C. ( READ MORE )

Cardiologists seek review of curbs on reprocessing select medical devices to cut angioplasty costs

Cardiologists have sought a review to determine whether select catheters, guidewires and other equipment could be safely reprocessed under scientifically validated protocols, the statement said. ( READ MORE )

FSSAI seizes food products worth Rs 81.8 crore, suspends over 1,100 licences in nationwide drive

The enforcement exercise, conducted across States and Union Territories in collaboration with State Food Safety Authorities, also resulted in the cancellation of 52 licences, sealing of 314 establishments and initiation ( READ MORE )

New blood test matches gold standard for liver disease diagnosis

The test's performance on routine blood samples matched that of magnetic resonance elastography, the most accurate non-invasive method for assessing liver disease. ( READ MORE )

Paramedic sustains multiple injuries in hospital assault

The NI Ambulance Service said the paramedic sustained injuries to the back of her head, neck, face, and hands during the incident. ( READ MORE )

‘Park longevity’? 5 ways spending time in green spaces can improve your health

We know that being in nature is great for you, but that doesn't mean you need to give up the perks of living in the city to access those benefits. ( READ MORE )

I spent 35 years working on construction sites and it left me with riddled with cancer at 52 - my colleagues must protect themselves

Silica dust can penetrate deep into the lungs, causing irreversible damage over time and leading to serious and fatal respiratory and autoimmune diseases. ( READ MORE )

The ultimate guide to caring for a loved one with dementia - without sacrificing your own health and happiness

Over the many months - and often years - that I've watched carers looking after their loved ones with dementia, there is a familiar pattern of change. ( READ MORE )

Pro-life pregnancy center expands mission to help patients embrace their God-given gender

By listening to the Holy Spirit, Heidi Matzke, executive director of the Alternatives Pregnancy Center, said her clinic helps women embrace the gender they were given by God. ( READ MORE )

'It doesn't seem right': How serious side-effects linked to ADHD pills are soaring... as our investigation reveals rising deaths, psychosis and how Elvanse is the worst - and experts call for immediate action

Serious side-effect reports linked to ADHD pills have more than tripled in six years - with 12 deaths reported since 2019, the Mail can reveal. ( READ MORE )

I haven’t peed in five years — now I’m forced to use tubes, and doctors are baffled

At 29, the mom of has to catheterize herself and carry special signs to explain her bathroom needs to strangers. ( READ MORE )

Fitness influencer barely survives terrifying brain infection on tropical vacation — as expert reveals warning signs

"I couldn't even get out of bed," Khiana Smith recalled of her "terrifying" hospital ordeal. ( READ MORE )

Seeking relief from chronic pain

With about one in four American adults living with chronic pain, Dr. Jon LaPook examines some of the current treatments, from medications and surgery, to nerve stimulation, biofeedback and self-hypnosis. ( READ MORE )

Seeking relief from chronic pain

About one in four American adults lives with chronic pain, defined as pain lasting more than three months. Most are still suffering for a year or longer. CBS News chief ( READ MORE )

Doctors Absorb the Stunning Failure of Two High-Profile Heart Drugs

By every measure, the drugs were no better than placebos, full data revealed on Saturday. Was it the fault of the design of the studies, or our very hypotheses about ( READ MORE )

Boxers or briefs: Study finally settles whether a man’s underwear really affects his fertility

There's long been debate over whether boxers or briefs are better for your manhood — and sperm quality. But a new study of 27,000 aims to settle this debate about ( READ MORE )

TV doctor explains 5 simple things you can do every day to boost your mental health

"Having some anxiety is normal, but when it starts impacting your quality of life, it's time to get help." ( READ MORE )

Nordic Walking Can Improve Your Heart Function. Here's How It Works.

A study found people with coronary artery disease saw improved health outcomes after committing to the workout for 12 weeks. ( READ MORE )

6 Physical Symptoms Of Dementia That You Really Should Know

Whether you have any of the symptoms or not, there are things you can do to reduce your dementia risk. ( READ MORE )

'Tossing' Could Be A Potential Sign Of ADHD. Do You Do It?

This practice brings instant relief, but there could be a dark side to it. ( READ MORE )

Struggling with depression? Psychiatrist says 6 habits may be making it worse

Dr. Daniel Amen reveals the everyday habits that worsen depression, from alcohol use and isolation to processed foods and unchecked negative thoughts. ( READ MORE )

‘I’m a hearing expert - these are 5 red flag symptoms older people should never ignore’

Data shows that around 45% of people over 40 have hearing issues, but many choose to ignore important signs of deterioration. ( READ MORE )

Revealed: The popular breakfast spreads that contain dangerous amounts of sugar - with Morrisons' The Best Pure Canadian Maple Syrup at the top of the list

Experts from Action on Salt & Sugar have revealed the popular breakfast spreads that contain dangerous amounts of sugar. ( READ MORE )

'Cancer treatment plummeted me into menopause'

Women are calling for more support to deal with menopause caused by their cancer treatment. ( READ MORE )

Got a cold while using slimming jabs? Steer clear of common flu meds, pharmacist warns, due to risk of potentially fatal side effects - here's what to take instead

Cold and flu season is making an unwelcome return. And for the 1.6million UK adults taking weight-loss injections, experts warn some common remedies could make side effects worse. ( READ MORE )

Simple bedtime change may help some individuals lose weight, study finds

An NYU study found that falling asleep an hour earlier was tied to 1.3 pounds of weight loss over eight weeks in adults with prediabetes. ( READ MORE )

There's finally a treatment for my five-year-old's dementia - but it'll cost me £3m

The dementia treatment for children is available in the US, with funding for UK children unclear. ( READ MORE )

Nearly 3 in 4 couples with unexplained infertility have a baby within two years of starting treatment

A new study has found nearly 3 out of 4 couples with unexplained infertility had a baby within two years of starting treatment, whether they received in vitro fertilization (IVF) ( READ MORE )

After brain surgery, man sees cat's eyes in human faces

Karl, a 28-year-old man living in the northeastern United States, has a gray tabby cat named Luna. In the morning, his cat is often the first face that he sees. ( READ MORE )

Over 9 million lives could be saved every year if countries met WHO air quality guidelines

Meeting the World Health Organization's recommended annual guidelines for air pollution resulting from fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide has the potential to save more than 9 million lives a ( READ MORE )

People with severe mental illness four times more likely to die early from cardiovascular disease, report warns

People living with severe mental illness are around four times more likely to die early from cardiovascular disease than the general population in England, according to a new report published ( READ MORE )

Smoking linked to higher risk of dementia

A major review of more than 2 million people has found current smokers face a higher risk of dementia, with researchers calling for brain health to feature more prominently in ( READ MORE )

Nonprofit hospitals' financial assistance policies often don't reflect community need, study finds

Nonprofit hospitals in communities with the greatest financial needs offer eligibility for free care similar to that offered by hospitals in less disadvantaged communities, according to a new national study ( READ MORE )

Cancer patients' voices could help improve care across Australia

Australians living with cancer are increasingly being asked a simple but powerful question: How are you? A study led by Flinders University and Flinders Medical Center describes how clinicians routinely ( READ MORE )

Singing in a choir may improve breathing and well-being in children born with a single heart ventricle

Singing in a choir strengthens breathing capacity, decreases depression and anxiety, and improves perceived school functioning in children born with a single heart ventricle, according to a feasibility study from ( READ MORE )

High lung pressure may protect newborns with diaphragmatic hernia from blood congestion

Brazilian research published in the journal Scientific Reports sheds light on the rapid and often fatal deterioration in the health of newborns with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). In addition to ( READ MORE )

New drug combination improves survival in patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer

A new treatment approach could help people with an aggressive form of bladder cancer live longer and reduce the chances of their cancer returning or progressing, particularly those who cannot ( READ MORE )

Discontinuing statins generally safe for older adults without heart disease

It is generally safe for adults ages 70 and older who take statins to prevent cardiovascular disease but who have not had a heart attack or stroke to discontinue taking ( READ MORE )

Intravenous antiplatelet therapy may improve heart function in cardiogenic shock patients compared to oral medication

Patients who survive cardiogenic shock after a heart attack are among the highest-risk patients and have a significant risk of developing heart failure. Any improvement of heart function should reduce ( READ MORE )

An inside look at a molecular switch that triggers inflammation

Researchers at VIB and Ghent University have uncovered how an important driver of inflammation is activated at the molecular level. Their findings, published in Science Immunology, also explain how a ( READ MORE )

Few meet major clinical response criteria after treatment escalation for lupus

For patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), fewer than one-quarter meet criteria for major clinical response (MCR) after treatment escalation, with Black patients less likely to meet MCR criteria than ( READ MORE )

New blood test claims to detect 50+ cancers before symptoms—but there's no proof it reduces cancer death risk

Cancer isn't the leading cause of death in the United States; heart disease ranks first in that regard. But it's cancer that strikes fear into the hearts of many Americans. ( READ MORE )

Scientists identify inhibition of a specific enzyme as a promising target to treat pancreatic cancer

Researchers have identified a promising new target in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. A new study in The American Journal of Pathology demonstrates that blocking complement factor B (CFB), a ( READ MORE )

Researchers reveal how inhaled nanoplastics trigger lung inflammation

Everyday plastic products, including water bottles, disposable cups and packaging, can break down over time into tiny fragments known as nanoplastics. These particles are invisible to the naked eye and ( READ MORE )

Intensive blood pressure therapy did not cut cardiovascular events in adults with diabetes

Intensive blood pressure-lowering treatment to reduce systolic pressure below 120 mm Hg in adults with type 2 diabetes, who are at increased risk of cardiovascular events, did not significantly reduce ( READ MORE )

Could a flu shot help fight skin cancer?

Injecting an ordinary flu vaccine straight into skin cancer tumors may help rally the immune system against the cancer, a small early trial suggests. ( READ MORE )

Expressive writing may help reduce negative alcohol-related consequences among people prone to heavy drinking

Writing about a drinking experience that went badly and associated feelings of guilt was linked to reduced negative alcohol-related consequences over the next year in a trial involving college students. ( READ MORE )

Starting with a statin or statin plus ezetimibe to lower LDL led to similar heart outcomes

Adults with heart or blood vessel disease who started treatment with a statin alone had rates of heart attack, stroke and other heart problems over three years similar to those ( READ MORE )

Single-pill combination helps more patients control hypertension

Antihypertensive medications combined into a single pill lowered blood pressure more effectively than typical treatment with multiple pills for patients in Jamaica and Colombia, a study co-led by UT Southwestern ( READ MORE )

FDA-approved drug kills cancer cells in lab by disrupting cellular recycling

Researchers from VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center recently demonstrated that the inhibition of glucosylceramide synthase (GCS) can cause death in cancer cells that is independent of changes in pro-death ceramide ( READ MORE )

Doxycycline use in early pregnancy associated with higher risk of pregnancy loss

A retrospective, active-comparator cohort study found that doxycycline use for respiratory tract infections or acne during early pregnancy was associated with an increased risk for pregnancy loss. Given the frequent ( READ MORE )

New surface coating could help implants bond better with bone in people with diabetes

Flinders University researchers are launching an innovative surface-engineering technology that could help to raise the performance of implantable medical devices in people with diabetes and other metabolic diseases. ( READ MORE )

Researcher takes a look at relationship between women and guns

It might sound like the start of an off-color joke—if a man and a woman were each shot and killed in separate homicides, where is the most likely place they ( READ MORE )

Phone app alerts did not increase bystander CPR rates in study of two major population areas

A smartphone app designed to alert nearby CPR-trained volunteers resulted in similar response times for bystander CPR or automated external defibrillator (AED) use compared with the standard 911 response for ( READ MORE )

No link discovered between water fluoridation and cognitive decline in older Irish adults

New research from Trinity College Dublin shows no link between exposure to community water fluoridation (CWF) and later-life cognitive function in older Irish adults. The research also found no evidence ( READ MORE )

For veterans with mild traumatic brain injury, a restaurant or other noisy environment can feel like a battlefield

Imagine sitting down with your family at a restaurant. Conversations at your table overlap with those of patrons seated nearby. Utensils clink on plates. Waitstaff weave between tables. Music plays ( READ MORE )

Researchers identify blood-based biomarkers that could help personalize treatment for autoimmune diabetes

Researchers at Bar-Ilan University's Azrieli Faculty of Medicine have identified blood biomarkers that accurately predict which mice would respond to an experimental combination therapy for latent autoimmune diabetes in adults ( READ MORE )

Common supplement could help fight psoriasis, scientists discover

Scientists have discovered that pantethine, a readily available vitamin B5 derivative, can calm overactive immune cells and may help fight psoriasis. The supplement prevented psoriasis in mice and showed promising ( READ MORE )

When your gut bacteria run out of fiber, they may start eating your gut lining

Scientists have discovered that gut bacteria can feed on the protective mucus lining your intestines, producing potentially harmful compounds, but fiber helps keep this activity in check. Overlooked proteins in ( READ MORE )

Scientists discover a surprising link between acorns and lyme disease

After more than 35 years of research, scientists have uncovered surprising clues about what really drives Lyme disease risk. Contrary to longstanding assumptions, deer populations appear less important than mice, ( READ MORE )

A simple supplement may help clear brain fog after cancer

A surprising new study from UCLA suggests that a naturally occurring molecule could help breast cancer survivors overcome the frustrating brain fog and exhaustion that can linger long after treatment ( READ MORE )

Common osteoporosis drugs linked to 24% lower dementia risk in major study

A massive study of more than 120,000 older adults suggests that common osteoporosis drugs may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias by up to 24%. The surprising ( READ MORE )

A little-known protein could be a major culprit in type 2 diabetes

Scientists have discovered that a buildup of a protein called Miro1 may be a hidden driver of insulin resistance in Type 2 diabetes, with preclinical experiments showing that removing it ( READ MORE )

Scientists wipe out deadly brain tumors in every mouse tested with new cancer therapy

Scientists at UC San Francisco have developed a powerful new cancer therapy that remains inactive until it reaches the brain, where it switches on to attack deadly tumors. The engineered ( READ MORE )

Einstein's equations reveal how gravity could break, reconnect, and release energy

More than a century after Einstein revolutionized our understanding of gravity, scientists have uncovered a surprising new phenomenon hidden within his equations. Researchers at Columbia University and Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez ( READ MORE )

What Do Patients With Sleep Disorder Really Mean by 'Brain Fog'?

(MedPage Today) -- Brain fog among individuals with sleep disorders was primarily characterized by memory impairment, difficulty concentrating, and forgetfulness, according to a lexicon analysis of social media posts. Among ( READ MORE )

'They Don’t Know the Questions to Ask': What We Heard This Week

(MedPage Today) -- "They have the best of intentions and want to help, but they don't know the questions to ask." -- Anthea Gray, PsyD, of the Ohio State University ( READ MORE )

Triple-Target Incretin Drug Kills Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Obesity

(MedPage Today) -- ORLANDO -- The investigational obesity drug retatrutide was highly effective in reducing pain and improving disability in knee osteoarthritis (OA) associated with obesity, according to the TRIUMPH-4 ( READ MORE )

Adjunctive L-Methylfolate Tied to Executive Function Gains in Psychiatric Patients

(MedPage Today) -- In treatment-experienced psychiatric patients receiving established pharmacotherapy, adjunctive L-methylfolate (Deplin) was linked with significant reductions in overall symptom burden and improvements in executive function ( READ MORE )

Lost in the Labyrinth of Nicotine Products

(MedPage Today) -- Americans increasingly navigate a fast-changing marketplace of nicotine and tobacco products. Walk into a convenience store today and you will encounter a dizzying array of products: cigarettes, ( READ MORE )

Student Loan Limits for PAs, Other Health Workers Steering Many to Private Lenders

(MedPage Today) -- New limits on federal student loans filled Chloe Frabotta with anxiety as she began studying in New York City to become a physician assistant. The changes that ( READ MORE )

Ditching Primary Prevention Statins in Old Age? Technically 'Safe' With Caveats

(MedPage Today) -- Long-time statin users over age 70 were arguably fine stopping therapy in the STREAM randomized trial, but the results hardly boded well for longer-term cardiovascular safety, and ( READ MORE )

An ‘America First’ Approach to Famine

Somalia is experiencing a hunger emergency. For the first time in decades, the U.S. isn’t doing anything to stop it. ( READ MORE )

A 24-hour fast triggers a surprising repair response in the gut

Scientists have discovered that fasting for just 24 hours increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage. The preclinical findings could pave the way for ( READ MORE )

MIT scientists turn immune cells into cancer killers inside the body

MIT scientists have developed nanoparticles that reprogram immune cells directly inside the body to attack cancer and harmful immune cells, eliminating tumors and reversing liver damage in mouse experiments. The ( READ MORE )

Low testosterone linked to 18% higher risk of dying from cancer

A major international study tracking more than 26,000 men found that very low testosterone levels were associated with an 18% higher risk of dying from cancer later in life. Surprisingly, ( READ MORE )

Scientists discover hidden brain changes linked to common sleep disorders

Scientists have discovered that sleep disorders are associated with structural changes in brain regions that control attention, decision-making, and emotions, potentially explaining why disrupted sleep can affect everyday thinking and ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 -- Emergency department visits and hospitalizations related to alcohol or cannabis show diverging age patterns, according to a study published online Nov. 4 in the American ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 -- Patients with early-onset Alzheimer disease (EOAD) have more extensive deposits of tau compared with those with late-onset Alzheimer disease (LOAD), according to a study published ( READ MORE )

Audience: Patient, Health Care Professional, Medical Genetics, Pediatric, Neurology, Nephrology November 6, 2026 -- ISSUE: The FDA has received postmarketing adverse event reports of malignancies in patients treated with Zolgensma, ( READ MORE )

The annual meeting of the American Society of Nephrology (Kidney Week) was held this year from Oct. 21 to 25 in Denver, attracting attendees from around the world, including nephrology ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 -- Bariatric surgery is associated with clinically meaningful two-year weight loss after semaglutide or tirzepatide intolerance or inadequate response, according to a study published online Nov. ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 -- Valvular heart disease (VHD) death rates increased from 2018 to 2023 and are predicted to remain higher than prepandemic levels through 2040, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 -- Using artificial intelligence (AI) to assess heart function from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans more strongly predicts survival than interpretation by clinicians, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 -- Continued night-shift work throughout pregnancy is associated with a higher risk for neurodevelopmental screening abnormalities among offspring at age 4 years, according to a study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 -- Chronic hypertension during pregnancy and prepregnancy diabetes are independently associated with an increased risk for critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) in offspring, according to a ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 — Cases of a dangerous bleeding disorder in newborns nearly doubled last year as more parents turned down a routine vitamin K shot at birth, new ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 — An experimental implant might one day help people better recover from a spinal cord injury, a new study says. The tiny ultrasonic device could help ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 — A new study suggests a woman's reproductive history may play an important role in her brain health later in life. "Women are affected by Alzheimer's ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 — “It was a picture of me half naked on a bed with a man lying beside me,” one young U.K. woman told investigators. “It was ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 — Two “forever chemicals” have been linked to a more deadly form of breast cancer, a new study says. Women with higher blood levels of the ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2026 — Want to give your baby an early brain boost? Nosh plenty of vitamin C chewables while you’re pregnant, a new study suggests. Pumping up vitamin ( READ MORE )

November 5, 2026 -- Women with higher blood levels of two common per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also familiarly known as PFAS, were more likely to develop estrogen receptor-negative, or ER-negative, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- Disturbing side effects, not efficacy, may influence whether people discontinue lemborexant for insomnia, according to a study published online Oct. 29 in Sleep Medicine.Abanoub J. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- Hospitalized patients cared for by female physicians are less likely to die or be readmitted than those treated by male physicians, according to a study ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- For children and young adults treated with risk-based therapy for nonmetastatic nonrhabdomyosarcoma soft tissue sarcoma (NRSTS), the local recurrence rate after R0 resection is low, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- Cannabis use is associated with increased odds of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) in specific subgroups, including never-smokers, women, and young adults without traditional risk factors, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- Lower vitamin C intake during pregnancy may influence infant emotional well-being, according to a study published online Nov. 2 in Developmental Psychology. Elizabeth K. Wood, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- Residential proximity to water pollutant-emitting facilities is associated with incident progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), according to a study published online Oct. 28 in Neurology. Charlie ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- Rates of pediatric electric bicycle (e-bicycle) and electric scooter (e-scooter) injuries are increasing and are more likely to be high severity, according to a research ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 — An unvaccinated 21-year-old woman who developed complications after giving birth has become Pennsylvania’s sixth measles-associated death this year. State health officials announced the death Wednesday, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- Recommendations are presented for managing shift work disorder (SWD) in a clinical practice guideline issued by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and published online ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- People with type 2 diabetes are more likely to achieve long-term remission after weight-loss surgery than after intensive medical and lifestyle management, according to a ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 -- More than 25 percent of Americans misrepresent symptoms to obtain antibiotics for themselves or a child, according to two studies published online Oct. 30 in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 — Are you always thinking about your next snack, bite or meal? If so, you’re not alone, a new study says. Nearly 1 in 5 Americans ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Oct. 12, 2026 — A common test used to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea may miss the condition in Black patients, potentially affecting important treatment decisions. Sleep studies often use ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 — On-the-job exposure to engine oil, hydraulic oil and other petroleum-based lubricants might increase a person’s risk of multiple sclerosis, a new study says. Metalworkers, mechanics, ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 — Five-month-old Arthur’s face reddened the first time he ate peanut, and hives broke out on his shoulders and upper lip. “Our GP referred us to ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2026 — Which legal substance is most likely to help land you in the emergency room? It depends on your age, a new study says. Weed is ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 -- Among former National Football League (NFL) players who died during 2008 to 2023, 74.5 percent had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) neuropathology, according to a study ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 -- A machine learning tool applied to continuous wearable blood pressure (BP) data can predict hypertensive crises up to 72 hours in advance, according to a ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 -- Cannabis legalization is associated with increased hospitalizations for common cardiovascular events, according to a study published online Oct. 22 in BMJ Open. Samuel D. Slavin, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 -- In young adults, obesity is associated with an increased risk for early-onset cancer, according to a study of Korean adults published online Oct. 27 in ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 -- Caffeinated energy drinks and stimulant supplements are associated with disproportionate reporting of cardiovascular events, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 -- For adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and high blood pressure (BP), an intervention of medically tailored meals (MTM) is effective for improving diet quality, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 -- Heated tobacco products (HTPs) are not biologically inert and a single exposure triggers effects, including vascular dysfunction, according to a study published online Oct. 27 ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 — Utah has become the first state to let an artificial intelligence (AI) program prescribe medication without a doctor writing the prescription, starting with acne treatments. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 — Cutting-edge weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound are helping people reverse prediabetes and avoid heart attack and stroke more effectively than standard diabetes medications, a ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 — More than 6 in 10 American drivers admit they've driven while dangerously sleepy. A new National Sleep Foundation report estimates 145 million adults have driven ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 — Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis, affecting about 528 million adults worldwide. It is more than “old age” or “wear and ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 — The pain posed to a person’s checkbook by a pricey medical procedure might increase their expectations of a physically agonizing ordeal, a new study says. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 — Doctors removing cancers surgically might not need to cut away lots of healthy tissue to make sure they’ve gotten all the tumor, a new study ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 4, 2026 — Screening and treating pregnant women for common STIs might lower their risk of a preterm birth, a new clinical trial reports. Screening for three common ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Nov. 3, 2026 -- Gestational weight gain (GWG) outside of recommended ranges is associated with increased severe maternal morbidity (SMM) risk, according to a study published online Oct. 22 ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Nov. 3, 2026 -- Rural residence is the strongest independent predictor of prehospital death among acute myocardial infarction (AMI) decedents, according to a study presented at the American Heart ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Nov. 3, 2026 -- Recurrent visual field progression after a first guided progression analysis (GPA) progression event is common, according to a study published online Oct. 22 in JAMA ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Nov. 3, 2026 -- A person's thoughts, feelings, and beliefs about menopause may partially explain poorer health outcomes in women with autism during menopause, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Expands to Atlanta ( READ MORE )

Statement: Update on Title 42 Order ( READ MORE )

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