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GE HealthCare issues updated use instructions for certain Carestation 600 and 700 series Anesthesia Systems ( READ MORE )

ICU Medical removes IV Gravity Burette Set due to the burette component missing an internal shut-off valve intended to stop fluid flow. ( READ MORE )

This communication is part of the Communications Pilot to Enhance the Medical Device Recall Program ( READ MORE )

A defect was discovered in the Dexcom G6 and G6 Pro Android US CGM App version 1.15.0 that may cause the app to shut down unexpectedly. ( READ MORE )

Gold Star Distribution, Inc. (Gold Star or “the Company”) is recalling all FDA regulated products listed in this press release due to the presence of rodent and avian contamination. ( READ MORE )

Cook Medical is removing certain ZENITH ALPHA 2 THORACIC ENDOVASCULAR GRAFT proximal components because PTFE scrapings may enter the stent graft during deployment. ( READ MORE )

IMPRIS corrects IMRIS Neuro III-SV models due to the potential of ice blockage in the helium venting pipe ( READ MORE )

Siemens Healthineers is correcting 3 Tesla MRI systems including MAGNETOM and BioGraph mMR due to the potential for ice blockage in the magnet venting system ( READ MORE )

Integra LifeSciences is removing certain lots of Microsensor and Cerelink ICP Kits with potential corrosion stains on the included Tuohy Needle. ( READ MORE )

Drager is removing affected ErgoStar Cather Mounts due to cracks in the hose. ( READ MORE )

Swearing boosts performance by helping people feel focused, disinhibited, study finds ( READ MORE )

Changing even a few words can increase how open people feel toward opposing political arguments, study says ( READ MORE )

APA unequivocally condemns antisemitism in all its forms ( READ MORE )

Two-thirds of psychologists worry artificial intelligence tools may bring data breaches, unanticipated harm to society ( READ MORE )

Sudan civil war: Health system ‘on the verge of collapse’

The war in Sudan has been tearing the country apart for almost 1,000 days, putting the country’s health system under intolerable pressure. The World Health Organization (WHO) is reporting widespread ( READ MORE )

Calming the mind and promoting global peace on World Meditation Day

Meditation, which has its roots in religious, yogic and secular traditions from various civilisations, calls for living in the present moment.  ( READ MORE )

Can traditional medicine strengthen modern healthcare? An expert weighs in 

Ginger and cinnamon are more than just ingredients. Along with other spices, their medicinal value is gaining both attention and legitimacy. ( READ MORE )

World News in Brief: Progress on hunger in Asia-Pacific, key Gaza pipeline repaired, flu hits Europe hard

While the Asia and Pacific region has made notable progress in reducing hunger, persistent challenges remain in addressing malnutrition, food insecurity and unequal access to healthy diets, a new UN report ( READ MORE )

World News in Brief: Landmark disease and mental health declaration, Afghan hunger deepens, DR Congo refugee crisis

World leaders meeting at the UN General Assembly have adopted a historic global declaration to tackle noncommunicable diseases and mental health conditions together, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Tuesday. ( READ MORE )

New influenza variant is surging, but vaccination still our best bet: WHO

Amid an early start to the Northern Hemisphere influenza season a new variant of the virus is rapidly gaining ground - but vaccination remains the “most effective defence”, the UN ( READ MORE )

Gaza’s maternal and newborn health system ‘decimated’, UN warns

Gaza’s health system for mothers and newborns has been “decimated”, the UN said on Thursday, with Israeli attacks destroying almost all hospitals, cutting off medical supplies and driving sharp rises ( READ MORE )

WHO expert group reaffirms no link between vaccines and autism

A World Health Organization (WHO) expert committee has again confirmed that there is no causal link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorders (ASD), following a new review of global scientific evidence. ( READ MORE )

Traditional medicine use is now a global reality: WHO

The vast majority of World Health Organization (WHO) member States say 40 to 90 per cent of their populations now use traditional medicine.   ( READ MORE )

First Person: Small acts, lasting impact, boost dignity for women in Lao PDR

Supporting colleagues facing potential sexual exploitation or abuse (PSEA) in the workplace, may start with small acts of recognition but can have lasting positive impacts, according to a UN member ( READ MORE )

Pakistan's polio cases fell by half in 2025 despite attacks on vaccination teams

Officials say Pakistan has seen polio cases fall by more than half in 2025 ( READ MORE )

Trump administration rolls out rural health funding, with strings attached

The Trump administration has announced the initial disbursement from its $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program ( READ MORE )

2025 was one of three hottest years on record, scientists say

Climate change worsened by human behavior made 2025 one of the hottest years ever recorded ( READ MORE )

New 2026 laws are among the first of their kind to tackle climate change, drunken driving

The new year will begin with some first-of-their-kind laws in several states ( READ MORE )

Foods with healthy-sounding buzzwords could be hiding added sugar in plain sight

People probably don’t know how much sugar they’re eating ( READ MORE )

States sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care

Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general over a declaration ( READ MORE )

China sues after Missouri seeks to collect on $25B court judgement, prosecutor says

Missouri’s top prosecutor says China is suing after the state pressed federal officials for help collecting on a roughly $25 billion court judgment related to the COVID-19 pandemic ( READ MORE )

A nightly tradition brings light and hope to children at Michigan hospital

A Michigan hospital is asking members of the public to raise their flashlights as well as the spirits of children during the holiday season ( READ MORE )

Addiction-stricken community struggles to keep a syringe program going after Trump's order

Decades of research show syringe programs are extremely effective at preventing infectious disease among intravenous drug users and referring them to treatment ( READ MORE )

Medicaid paid more than $207 million for dead people. A new law could help fix that

A new Department of Health and Human Services report reveals Medicaid programs made over $200 million in improper payments to health care providers between 2021 and 2022 for people who ( READ MORE )

My son was given world's most expensive gene therapy drug - now he can walk

Five-year-old Edward can walk independently, his mum says, and she hopes he will lead a happy life. ( READ MORE )

Hospitals warned end-of-life care crisis threatening treatment

A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told. ( READ MORE )

Flu cases falling ahead of Christmas, experts say

UK health agency says drop is encouraging news, but warns flu could still bounce back in new year. ( READ MORE )

Christmas can be a nightmare for misophonia sufferers like me

Christmas is a difficult time if you suffer from a reduced tolerance to sounds, but there are ways to make it easier. ( READ MORE )

US regulator approves pill form of Wegovy weight-loss drug

Wegovy becomes first pill of its kind to be approved, shifting weight-loss drugs beyond injections. ( READ MORE )

Hospitals working to get patients home for Christmas after five-day doctor strike

Health experts have warned that the impact of the strike will be felt into the new year "and beyond". ( READ MORE )

TikTok removes AI weight loss ads from fake Boots account

The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer. ( READ MORE )

Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?

Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area ( READ MORE )

What is happening to flu this winter - and should you buy a vaccine?

Flu has come early this year with a new mutated version of the virus circulating. ( READ MORE )

Toddler finally home from hospital for Christmas

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024. ( READ MORE )

18 states set to ban SNAP recipients from using benefits for some junk food in 2026

In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details. ( READ MORE )

Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis

These are the stories of disparity, inequity and leadership in the Latino community amid the coronavirus pandemic. Maria Elena Salinas hosts "Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis," a CBS News special. ( READ MORE )

New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies

Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1. ( READ MORE )

Advances in treatment in the fight against Alzheimer's disease

The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options ( READ MORE )

Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S.

Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this ( READ MORE )

Ovarian cancer survivor on finding hope through cancer clinical trials

#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun ( READ MORE )

What to know about the new flu strain as cases rise

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell ( READ MORE )

Flu cases surging nationwide

Flu cases are on the rise across the country with CDC data showing more than 4 million illnesses this season resulting in roughly 2,000 deaths, including two children. Dr. Benjamin ( READ MORE )

Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies

Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much. ( READ MORE )

California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death

California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged. ( READ MORE )

Club holding Lilly stock slumped 1% Tuesday while Novo Nordisk shares jumped nearly 9%. ( READ MORE )

The FDA on Monday approved the first-ever GLP-1 pill for weight loss from the Danish pharmaceutical giant. ( READ MORE )

The approval gives Novo Nordisk a head start over chief rival Eli Lilly, which is racing to launch its own obesity pill. ( READ MORE )

Trump’s pot executive order follows a yearlong industry push blending lobbying, donations and insider access, opening the door to a Medicare CBD pilot. ( READ MORE )

The company said it has adopted 23 ongoing "action plans" to track and implement recommended improvements, all of which will be completed by the end of March. ( READ MORE )

Dealmakers expected a flood of M&A to take place in 2025 following the election of President Trump. The number of transactions didn't live up to the hype. ( READ MORE )

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III substance with looser restrictions. ( READ MORE )

Eli Lilly also said it has filed for Food and Drug Administration approval of the daily GLP-1 pill, called orforglipron, for obesity. ( READ MORE )

Medline priced at $29 per share on Tuesday, raising $6.26 billion to cap off a strong year for new listings and bolster optimism about 2026. ( READ MORE )

2026 is likely the year that two new oral weight loss drugs from Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly will reach patients in the U.S. ( READ MORE )

What is a cryptic pregnancy? Doctor explains

Cryptic pregnancy is a condition where the woman does not realize that she is pregnant due to the lack of symptoms, such a nausea, vomiting, and missed periods. ( READ MORE )

5 of the best beauty, wellness treatments of 2025

In 2025, conversations around wellness continued to grow, moving beyond physical health to also emphasize mental and emotional well-being. ( READ MORE )

3 tips on healthy cooking without sacrificing taste

Celebrity Chef RV Manabat has shared his top three tips on how to cook healthier without sacrificing the taste of your dish. ( READ MORE )

Ate Gay undergoes immunotherapy for his cancer

Ate Gay has undergone immunotherapy for his cancer. ( READ MORE )

Holidays aren"t cheat days - PHA

The holiday season does not mean a holiday on maintenance.   ( READ MORE )

What is the sperm"s role in a successful pregnancy and the health of a baby?

Three factors determine sperm health: quantity, movement, and shape. On quantity, semen released during ejaculation should contains at least 15 million sperm per milliliter. While that sounds like a lot, ( READ MORE )

Gabbi Garcia reveals battle with PCOS, says it taught her 'body positivity in the truest sense'

Gabbi Garcia revealed that she was diagnosed with Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, in 2018. ( READ MORE )

A well-balanced life is within walking distance

If you saw a pretty sunset from your window, what would you reach for first-- the door or your phone? Today"s digital age has changed the way we connect with ( READ MORE )

Claudine Barretto postpones event with fans after health relapse

Claudine Barretto postponed her two-day gathering with fans after experiencing a relapse of anorexia. ( READ MORE )

Angelica Panganiban says it took more than year before she got correct diagnosis for bone death

Angelica Panganiban said it took her more than a year before she was properly diagnosed with avascular necrosis or bone death after suffering from hip pains during her pregnancy in ( READ MORE )

Cancer drug combo shows promise for patients resistant to standard treatments

Researchers discovered a promising leukemia drug breakthrough that could help patients overcome treatment resistance, offering hope for difficult AML cases. ( READ MORE )

Older Americans are quitting GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for 4 key reasons

Nearly half of seniors quit GLP-1 weight-loss drugs within a year. Experts reveal why older Americans abandon medications like Ozempic and Wegovy despite results. ( READ MORE )

Diabetes patients experience lower death rate with common medication

New research finds statins benefit adults with type 2 diabetes across all heart-risk levels, reducing deaths and serious cardiovascular events. ( READ MORE )

5 celebrities who went public with alarming health diagnoses in 2025

Celebrity health battles dominated 2025 as stars faced serious diagnoses, from brain aneurysms to cancer. Kim Kardashian, Dave Coulier and others shared struggles. ( READ MORE )

Alzheimer’s disease could be reversed by restoring brain balance, study suggests

A new method of reversing Alzheimer's shows promise in an animal study, as researchers at University Hospitals restore brain energy molecule NAD+. ( READ MORE )

Record-breaking flu numbers reported in New York state, sparking warnings from officials

New York reports record flu surge with over 71,000 cases in one week - the highest since tracking began in 2004. Health officials urge vaccination. ( READ MORE )

Traditional Brazilian plant shows unexpected strength against arthritis

Brazilian plant Joseph's Coat shows promise for arthritis treatment in new lab studies, reducing inflammation and protecting joints safely in research. ( READ MORE )

Did holiday stress wreak havoc on your gut? Doctors say 6 simple tips can help

Holiday stress wreaked havoc on your gut? Experts share six simple ways to reset digestion at home, from better sleep routines to fiber-rich meals. ( READ MORE )

Hidden heart changes may be triggered by exercise, new research reveals

New research reveals that exercise may reprogram heart-controlling nerves, giving hope for potentially better treatments for conditions such as irregular rhythms and chest pain. ( READ MORE )

Anti-aging breakthroughs revealed in 2025 that could extend lifespan

The Fox News Health Newsletter brings you trending and important stories about healthcare, drug developments, mental health issues, real people's triumphs over medical struggles, and more. ( READ MORE )

Oprah Winfrey says the disappearance of so-called food noise is one of the most amazing effects of her GLP-1 drug. Plus now she can take or leave alcohol too. ( READ MORE )

With the holiday travel season ramping up, a good book is a must-have for airport delays or to give as the perfect gift. ( READ MORE )

Flu is hitting California early. Why doctors worry this year will be especially hard on kids

It is not yet clear whether the new H3N2 Flu A subclade K subvariant will reduce the efficacy of the flu vaccine this season. ( READ MORE )

Social media users in the Central Valley are freaking out about unusual fog, and what might be in it

Social posts show people questioning flecks and specks in the Central Valley fog. They say it's more gelatinous than liquid, and something may be afoot. Researchers say what they're seeing ( READ MORE )

U.S. officials are proposing new restrictions that would effective ban gender-affirming care for minors. ( READ MORE )

After the L.A. County fires, heart attacks and strange blood test results spiked

A new study is the latest of several recent research papers documenting the physical toll of January's fires. ( READ MORE )

Nick Reiner's drug addiction and mental illness may look recognizable to many families struggling with similar challenges. ( READ MORE )

A teenager processes life after disaster. 'My whole life was stripped away'

Kiley Hoiles, 15, lost her home, her neighborhood and her school in the Palisades fire. She appears stoic and poised now, but says she is forever changed. ( READ MORE )

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday announced a new California-led public health initiative, tapping former U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials who publicly clashed with the Trump administration. ( READ MORE )

She captivates the crowd at Jumbo's Clown Room by night and challenges clients at WundaBar by day. Inside the dual life of Ashley Hayward, L.A.'s energetic Pilates star. ( READ MORE )

Gynecologists long viewed bacterial vaginosis as solely a women’s issue — until a study that treated their male partners, too, proved otherwise. ( READ MORE )

So You Have Bacterial Vaginosis. What Do You Do Now?

Now that the condition is known to spread sexually, there are steps you and your partner can take to prevent it. ( READ MORE )

Claire Brosseau Wants to Die. Will Canada Let Her?

Ms. Brosseau says mental illness has made her life unbearable. She wants a medically assisted death. Even her psychiatrists are split over whether she should have one. ( READ MORE )

Hundreds Sue Virginia Hospital and Executives Over Unneeded Surgeries

More than 500 women claimed that they had received unnecessary operations. Hospital leaders said they were not aware of a doctor’s misconduct. ( READ MORE )

How Cameroon Fought to Save Its Malaria Program After the U.S. Cut Critical Funding

When the Trump administration slashed foreign aid, it gutted a program that had reduced malaria deaths world wide. In northern Cameroon, health workers tried to protect children in one last ( READ MORE )

She Studied the Health Effects of Wildfires, Until the E.P.A. Cut Her Grant

Marina Vance had an E.P.A. grant to help homeowners counter the impact of wildfire smoke, until the agency deemed the research “no longer consistent” with its priorities. ( READ MORE )

It’s Time to Give the Ovary Some More Respect

Recent research highlights that for fertility and aging, the egg may be the leading lady, but she needs her supporting cast. ( READ MORE )

Experts Question Denmark’s Vaccine Program as a Model for the U.S.

The United States is expected to adopt the vaccine schedule used by Denmark, a much smaller country with universal health care. ( READ MORE )

Older Americans Quit Weight-Loss Drugs in Droves

In some studies, half of patients stopped taking GLP-1s within a year despite the benefits, citing the expense and side effects. ( READ MORE )

How One Father Created an Organ Empire

The National Kidney Registry has matched thousands of kidney donors with recipients. It has also paid millions of dollars to a company owned by its founder. ( READ MORE )

As federal health tax credits end, Chicago-area leaders warn about costs to Cook County and Illinois hospitals

Affordable Care Act tax credits are set to expire on Jan. 1, 2026. Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle and U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi say the impact will hurt individuals and ( READ MORE )

Appeals court says Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can stand while lawsuit proceeds

The Trump administration can continue to withhold Medicaid funding from Planned Parenthood and other health centers that provide abortions while a coalition of mostly-Democratic states challenge the cuts, a federal ( READ MORE )

American Heart Association revives theory that light drinking may be good for you

Now the American Heart Association has revived the idea in a scientific review that is drawing intense criticism, setting off a new round of debate about alcohol consumption. ( READ MORE )

As ACA subsidies end, St. John family sees costs go up

Eleanor Walsh and her husband will see an increase of approximately $14,300 in their health insurance in 2026 as the Affordable Care Act subsidies sunset. ( READ MORE )

Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here’s what to know.

A new flu variant is known as “subclade K,” and led to early outbreaks in the United Kingdom, Japan and Canada. ( READ MORE )

US commits $480m in health funding to Ivory Coast, the latest to sign ‘America First’ health deals

The United States and Ivory Coast signed a health deal Tuesday requiring the U.S. to commit $480 million to the West African nation’s health sector as part of “America First” ( READ MORE )

SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1

Starting Thursday, Americans in five states who get government help paying for groceries will see new restrictions on soda, candy and other foods they can buy with those benefits. ( READ MORE )

In a tumultuous year, US health policy has been dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.

Since entering office in February, the health secretary has overseen a dramatic reshaping of the agencies he oversees, including eliminating thousands of jobs and freezing or canceling billions of dollars ( READ MORE )

Feds to award Illinois $193M next year for rural health care as part of Big Beautiful Bill Act, as state braces for Medicaid cuts.

The federal government is awarding Illinois $193 million next year to support rural health care — money that’s part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, but not enough to ( READ MORE )

Oak Lawn library offers teens a place to slow down and destress over the holidays

Teen Self Care Slow Down at the Oak Lawn Library sometimes involves "turning off quiet music and screaming at each other over video games." ( READ MORE )

Childhood vaccines to be delivered at home in £2m bid to boost uptake

Under the scheme, health visiting teams will be able to vaccinate children as part of routine visits, rather than requiring families to attend GP surgeries. ( READ MORE )

Month by month, exactly what a year of sobriety does to the body, revealed by experts - as one in four of us plan to quit booze for Dry January

If you're one of the 17 million people expected to kickstart the year with a month-long break from booze, you might be inspired to extend it ( READ MORE )

Daily Mail graphic reveals the bottled waters with the most cancer-causing 'forever chemicals'

Bottled water is often viewed as a cleaner alternative to tap water, yet some of the leading bottled water brands contain dangerously high levels of enduring forever chemicals. ( READ MORE )

A 10-minute workout could help halt bowel cancer before it takes hold, say scientists

Even a short bout of exercise can trigger a rapid molecular change in the blood that helps stave off tumour progression, say scientists. ( READ MORE )

Five ways to slash cholesterol by a third WITHOUT statins. DR KIRSTYN NORMAN's tweaks work in as little as three months, protect against strokes and heart attacks, are drug-free - and change her patients' lives

As a doctor, I spent years caring for older patients whose lives were shaped by health problems that had quietly developed decades earlier. ( READ MORE )

Surge in people visiting A&E for headaches, blocked noses, hiccups and other minor ailments, medics warn: 'The system isn't working'

Millions are clogging up A&Es across the country with minor ailments including blocked noses and hiccups due to the GP appointment crisis, experts have warned. ( READ MORE )

The rise of 'heteroflexible': The fastest growing sexuality in the UK according to experts... do YOU meet the criteria?

There's still a few hours of 2025 left, meaning there's still time to add a new word to the national lexicon: Heteroflexible. ( READ MORE )

Woman, 32, left with missing teeth after taking contraceptive injection prescribed to millions for 'too long'

A woman who lost half her teeth due to the contraceptive jab wants to warn others about the dangers of staying on the period-stopping medication for 'too long'. ( READ MORE )

Cheers! Why champagne is one of the healthiest alcoholic drinks, revealed by experts

Forget church bells ringing, the real sound of a New Year being kicked off in style is the deafening "pop-pop-pop" of champagne corks. ( READ MORE )

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Occupational Lung Diseases

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Interstitial Lung Diseases Treatment

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ClinicalTrials.gov: Cough Medicines and Supplements

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Dry Mouth and Older Adults

Source: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research - - PDFRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Dry Mouth, Salivary Gland Disorders ( READ MORE )

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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

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Cardiovascular risk score identifies risk for ocular disease

The Pooled Cohort Equations (PCE) cardiovascular risk score stratifies risk for multiple ocular diseases, according to a study published online in Ophthalmology. ( READ MORE )

Chronic kidney disease severity linked to gastroparesis

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) severity is associated with an increased risk for gastroparesis, according to a study published online Dec. 3 in the Journal of Personalized Medicine. ( READ MORE )

Adenotonsillectomy improves growth in children with mild sleep-disordered breathing

For children with mild sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), adenotonsillectomy improves growth and sleep-related outcomes, according to a study published online in Scientific Reports. ( READ MORE )

Coloradans snap up over-the-counter naloxone while hospitals offer the overdose-reversal drug to more patients

Colorado is coming closer to universal access to overdose-reversing medication as residents snap up an over-the-counter version and hospitals offer it to more patients. ( READ MORE )

Trump v 'Obamacare': US health costs set to soar for millions in 2026

Iowa farmer Aaron Lehman was already paying a hefty price for health insurance, but his premium is set to skyrocket in January when major government subsidies expire, after US President ( READ MORE )

If someone's always late, is it time blindness, or are they just being rude?

Even as a kid, Alice Lovatt was always getting in trouble for being late. ( READ MORE )

Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here's what to know

Flu is rising rapidly across the U.S., driven by a new variant of the virus—and cases are expected to keep growing with holiday travel. ( READ MORE )

Survey reveals high demand for health care and exercise gerontechnology, respondents urge government funding

In order to understand Hong Kong citizens' views on the development of gerontechnology, Lingnan University recently held a public opinion survey. The results show that gerontechnology products related to health ( READ MORE )

Visual analog scale has comparable validity for perennial allergic, nonallergic rhinitis

The visual analog scale (VAS) demonstrates comparable validity for perennial allergic rhinitis (PAR) and nonallergic rhinitis (NAR) severity and quality-of-life (QoL) impairment, according to a study published online Dec. 23 ( READ MORE )

How to make and keep New Year's resolutions

Most New Year's resolutions collapse before the holiday decorations reach the loft—and it's not that people are lazy or necessarily lack motivation. The issue is that most goals are written ( READ MORE )

We'll learn about LSD's potential for treating anxiety in 2026

Two later-stage trials investigating LSD for treating anxiety are due to conclude in 2026, which could lead to the drug being approved for the common mental health condition ( READ MORE )

Benefits of mRNA cancer vaccines could exceed $75 billion in US alone

An analysis of ongoing trials suggests that mRNA cancer vaccines have the potential to deliver health benefits worth $75 billion each year in the US alone ( READ MORE )

Low on energy? A new understanding of rest could help revitalise you

There is a state of relaxation that few of us spend much time in, but which comes with profound well-being benefits. With healthier ageing, reduced risk of disease and feeling ( READ MORE )

New Year's resolutions work better if you know what to measure

From our immune systems to our microbiomes, if you're planning to make health improvements in the new year, having an eye on the numbers can help set you up for ( READ MORE )

Gene-edited babies are the future – but these CRISPR start-ups aren’t

Three start-ups are aiming to create gene-edited babies. Columnist Michael Le Page has no doubt that editing our offspring will one day become routine, but not like this ( READ MORE )

You can upgrade your immune system, but not in the way you think

From vitamin C to your microbiome and mindset, the latest science of immunity is often counterintuitive. Here's how to give your system a fighting chance to overcome infection ( READ MORE )

How to extend and improve your life by getting more creative

Growing evidence reveals that creativity is one of the best-kept secrets for boosting your health. From live theatre to a quick crafting break, here’s how to harness the power of ( READ MORE )

Gene therapy for Huntington’s disease showed great promise in 2025

An experimental gene therapy seems to slow the progression of Huntington’s disease by about 75 per cent, and researchers are working to make its complicated delivery much more practical ( READ MORE )

IVF success may depend on how long men abstain from ejaculation

Ejaculating within 48 hours of providing a sperm sample for IVF seems to lead to greater success rates than abstaining from ejaculation for longer ( READ MORE )

The US beat back bird flu in 2025 – but the battle isn’t over

After starting the year with its first known bird flu death, the US expanded its efforts to contain the virus, which enabled it to end its public health emergency response ( READ MORE )

Dear Abby: Happy New Year!

Dear Abby wishes readers a happy new year. ( READ MORE )

NYNext Guide to: Ski Travel

Look beyond the usual suspects to these thrilling, lesser known spots — from Iceland to Italy — on the rise. ( READ MORE )

Here’s what’s open on New Year’s Day from CVS to Starbucks

Whether you need to grab a quick bite, start a home improvement project or grab a coffee on-the-go, consumers will have options. ( READ MORE )

People are getting Botox and facials covered by their job with this skincare health benefit

Let’s face it: For many of us, the hardest part of skincare isn’t the routine — it’s the bill. ( READ MORE )

Celebrate too much New Year’s Eve — but still need to work on Jan. 1? Here’s how to avoid looking like death  

New Year’s Eve is a prime holiday to let loose, live it up and let the libations flow. Experts weigh in on getting through an unfortunate Jan. 1 workday. ( READ MORE )

Brothel manager exposes surprising festive traditions of adult industry

A brothel manager has given a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what sex on premises venues are really like during the festive season. ( READ MORE )

Texas woman who spent 25 years looking for missing dad finds burial spot in most unlikely place

After years of "emotional distress," Lovetta’s search peaked in 2021 through media coverage, billboards, and support from the Texas Center for the Missing. ( READ MORE )

To bring change in the New Year, these gals wear a specific color underwear — and swear it makes all the difference (really)

Your 2026 luck may start in the underwear drawer — and, yes, there’s science behind it. ( READ MORE )

9 best online resume services we tested to help stand out in your job search

To help you craft and draft the perfect one-pager. ( READ MORE )

Cremation or casket? Here’s the most eco-friendly burial option.

The greenest choice turns out to be the simplest one. The post Cremation or casket? Here’s the most eco-friendly burial option. appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

26 Popular Science stories you loved in 2025

From radioactive water to $25 vintage airplanes to a WWII shipwreck mystery. The post 26 Popular Science stories you loved in 2025 appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

January stargazing: A supermoon, asteroid, and one very large planet

The Wolf Moon rises on January 3. The post January stargazing: A supermoon, asteroid, and one very large planet appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

The corkscrew began as a tool for muskets, not merlot

The wine key helped make airtight wine bottles—and modern wine culture—possible. The post The corkscrew began as a tool for muskets, not merlot appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

The health benefits of Dry January

Weight loss, better sleep, and more can happen in one alcohol-free month. The post The health benefits of Dry January appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

This is now the most valuable piece of Star Wars memorabilia 

Artist Tom Jung’s 1977 painting introduced the world to the look and feel of George Lucas’ blockbuster adventure. The post This is now the most valuable piece of Star Wars ( READ MORE )

2025 proved humanoid robots are here to stay. And fall down.

Their creators say it’s the getting back up part that matters. The post 2025 proved humanoid robots are here to stay. And fall down. appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

Baby spider monkeys rescued in Texas

Animal traffickers face up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The post Baby spider monkeys rescued in Texas appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

Would my dog or cat really eat me if I died alone?

As grim as it sounds, it's often expected—and biology explains why. The post Would my dog or cat really eat me if I died alone? appeared first on Popular Science. ( READ MORE )

12 ethereal images from the 2025 Northern Lights Photographer of the Year awards

The aurora danced across the skies of Iceland, New Zealand, Estonia, and more this year. The post 12 ethereal images from the 2025 Northern Lights Photographer of the Year awards ( READ MORE )

Agreement requires agency to evaluate hundreds of applications “in good faith” using its standard process ( READ MORE )

It’s hard to measure social and economic impacts of making papers and data free, researchers say ( READ MORE )

Our Visuals editors highlight particularly inspiring images and media ( READ MORE )

Trump administration declines to renew appointment of Walter Koroshetz, against NIH director’s wishes ( READ MORE )

Microscopic creatures hitch a ride on turbulent waters to travel faster ( READ MORE )

Ancient meals and infections reconstructed from preserved metabolic markers ( READ MORE )

Divisions and rotators disappear as more career staff become supervisors ( READ MORE )

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Fewer outsiders, less feedback, and an uncertain fate for a new science board report ( READ MORE )

Findings from ancient DNA may shed light on HPV’s history in our species ( READ MORE )

It's not your fault: your brain is hardwired to set goals and then quit. ( READ MORE )

Sleep apnea can have untold consequences even in your waking hours. The good news? The condition is treatable. ( READ MORE )

You make resolutions for your health — why not make some for the health of your relationship, too? ( READ MORE )

I never planned to give birth in a hospital, but I carried ceremony with me anyway. ( READ MORE )

Straight from the mouths of cardiologists and a heart health nutritionist. ( READ MORE )

Appeals court says Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can stand while lawsuit proceeds

The Trump administration can continue to withhold Medicaid funding from Planned Parenthood and other health centers that provide abortions while a coalition of mostly-Democratic states challenge the cuts, a federal ( READ MORE )

U.S. measles cases hit 30-year high with 3 deaths as CDC urges vaccination

The U.S. had 2,065 measles cases this year as of Tuesday, the most since 1992, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ( READ MORE )

Pakistan's polio cases fell by half in 2025 despite attacks on vaccination teams

Pakistan reported fewer than half as many cases of polio in 2025 than the previous year, a sign of progress in its eradication campaign even as vaccinators faced repeated militant ( READ MORE )

If someone's always late, is it time blindness, or are they just being rude?

Even as a kid, Alice Lovatt was always getting in trouble for being late. ( READ MORE )

Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here's what to know

Flu is rising rapidly across the U.S., driven by a new variant of the virus - and cases are expected to keep growing with holiday travel. ( READ MORE )

U.S. commits $480m in health funding to Ivory Coast, the latest to sign 'America First' health deals

The United States and Ivory Coast signed a health deal Tuesday requiring the U.S. to commit $480 million to the West African nation's health sector as part of "America First" ( READ MORE )

Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of the late President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35

Environmental journalist Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of the late President John F. Kennedy, has died. She was 35. ( READ MORE )

Traveler exposed to measles at Newark's airport

New Jersey health officials are warning that a passenger who went through Newark Liberty International Airport this month had measles and was infectious. ( READ MORE )

Israel says it will halt operations of several humanitarian organizations in Gaza starting in 2026

Israel on Tuesday said it will suspend more than two dozen humanitarian organizations, including Doctors Without Borders, for failing to meet its new rules to vet international organizations working in ( READ MORE )

Save money, get organized, live better: Common New Year's resolutions can also cut climate impact

Here's some good news as the holidays wrap up: Many New Year's resolutions people already make -- eating healthier, saving money, getting organized -- double as climate-friendly habits. ( READ MORE )

Boosting longevity isn’t about cold plunges, red light therapy or supplements. It’s about your nearest and dearest.

I have spent my career studying what makes people live healthier and longer. My mom and dad are proof that the key is staying socially connected. ( READ MORE )

Nonagenarian author Judith Viorst looks at ways older adults make meaning in their life and what younger people can learn from them

Judith Viorst looks at ways older adults make meaning in their life and what younger people can learn from them. ( READ MORE )

The flu has sickened an estimated 7.5 million people so far this season, according to weekly data from the CDC

A variant of H3N2 virus is of particular concern this year, the CDC says. ( READ MORE )

Joel Habener led research that discovered a hormone dubbed GLP-1, which would later become the key ingredient in Ozempic and Mounjaro

Habener led research that discovered the GLP-1 hormone, a key ingredient in Ozempic and Mounjaro. ( READ MORE )

Many people don’t sleep well. And now there is a booming class of companies that say you can drink your way to better sleep

New sleep-aid beverages are hitting the market; scientific evidence is mixed on benefits for users. ( READ MORE )

Excessive prescription refilling by pharmacies cost Medicare and patients $3 billion. “Every time, there are 15 extra pills.”

Excessive prescription refilling by mail-order pharmacies leaves piles of unneeded pills. “Every time, there are 15 extra pills.” ( READ MORE )

One in six seniors enrolled in Medicare’s drug benefit were prescribed eight or more medications at the same time, a Wall Street Journal analysis of Medicare data found

One in six seniors enrolled in Medicare’s drug benefit were prescribed eight or more medications at the same time, an analysis of Medicare data found. ( READ MORE )

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Analysts said the outcome is disappointing because there are no approved treatments for dyskinetic cerebral palsy, but the setback had little impact on Neurocrine's valuation. ( READ MORE )

The patient, who died on December 14, was originally enrolled in a Phase III study in 2022 and transitioned into an extension phase in 2023. ( READ MORE )

Of all the stories we published this year, these deep dives by BioSpace editors stand out as relevant re-reads going into the New Year. ( READ MORE )

Ceralasertib is part of AstraZeneca’s ambitious plan to hit $80 billion in revenue by 2030. ( READ MORE )

Pfizer and Metsera, Sarepta and uniQure made the list with dramatic tales. The other two spots went to the regulatory challenges facing biopharma under the new administration, especially in the ( READ MORE )

After 27 years in business, Cytokinetics hopes to pit its own cardiac myosin inhibitor against one it initially developed—now owned by Bristol Myers Squibb—in a market worth billions. Aficamten has ( READ MORE )

Insmed pointed to a strong placebo response as the reason for the trial’s failure. ( READ MORE )

The fatalities were attributed to interstitial lung disease, a known side effect of Daiichi Sankyo’s DXd-based antibody-drug conjugates. A spokesperson declined to say how many patients died. ( READ MORE )

With zasocitinib, Takeda is looking to challenge Bristol Myers Squibb’s kinase inhibitor Sotyktu, for which the Japanese pharma is running a head-to-head study in plaque psoriasis. Takeda expects to file ( READ MORE )

In this episode of Denatured, Jennifer Smith-Parker speaks to Kenneth Galbraith, ⁠CEO of Zymeworks and Josh Smiley, president and COO of Zai Lab, about how renewed confidence is driving biotech ( READ MORE )

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