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Taking daily supplement may help preserve muscle as you age — even without exercise

New research in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition links daily creatine to memory gains and sarcopenia prevention. ( READ MORE )

Robotics to expand beyond surgery into diagnostics and multiple medical specialities: Jitendra Singh

Addressing the inaugural session of the International Conference of the Society of Robotic Surgery, Singh said robotics, along with AI and nanoscience, would create a larger ecosystem for precision health ( READ MORE )

Advent International seeks CCI nod to acquire minority stake in Yatharth Hospitals

Noida-based Yatharth Hospital and Trauma Care Services operates a network of super-speciality hospitals in India, providing comprehensive healthcare services, diagnostics, and advanced medical procedures across multiple specialities. ( READ MORE )

Appendix removal linked with lower colon cancer risk in study

In the study, Nfonsam and colleagues reviewed data on 15,774 patients diagnosed with acute appendicitis who underwent appendectomy and another 15,295 who were treated with antibiotics alone. ( READ MORE )

Men are hiding potentially deadly disorder amid pressure to build the 'perfect' body

Sylvester Stallone's bulimia revelation spotlights a crisis experts say is surging among men and boys driven by looksmaxxing and musculature ideals. ( READ MORE )

Salmonella outbreak: Hospitalisations triple since July, with 60 extra infections in just over a week...imported eggs are to blame

More than 60 new salmonella infections have been identified in the last week, amid an outbreak thought to be linked to imported eggs. ( READ MORE )

What's healthier, tea or coffee? As study finds a black Americano could raise cancer risk, experts reveal the hot drink that's best for heart, brain and waistline

Both have, at some time or other, been hailed for their benefits for preveting dementia, heart problems, and even for accelerating weight loss. ( READ MORE )

Congo's Ebola outbreak has recorded over 4,000 deaths

Congo's Ebola outbreak has now recorded more than 4,000 deaths as authorities struggle to contain the virus ( READ MORE )

What doctors and virus experts are saying about the wave of American Covid sweeping Britain

The rituals of the Covid years thankfully seem consigned to history for most of us. Yet in recent weeks, an unwelcome phrase has begun creeping back: 'I think I've got ( READ MORE )

Cancer patients who eat sugar while taking antibiotics face life-threatening complications, study suggests

The occasional indulgence in a sweet treat can be harmless, but researchers are now urging caution over eating sugar while on certain antibiotics. ( READ MORE )

Keralam plans law to regulate pvt hospital treatment costs

The government will constitute a four-member committee headed by the Health Department Principal Secretary to prepare a draft bill for consideration by the state Assembly, Health Minister K Muraleedharan said ( READ MORE )

Breakthrough T1D says it fired three board members of the T1D Fund to protect the interest of donors; those dismissed say Breakthrough crushed the fund’s independence.

Breakthrough T1D says it fired three board members of the T1D Fund to protect the interest of donors; those dismissed say Breakthrough crushed the fund’s independence. ( READ MORE )

After losing 60lbs in my fifties, my wrinkled face looked like it was melting. Now strangers say I look two DECADES younger... thanks to these exact procedures

Susan Beach tried countless skincare products recommended by her sister, but none improved her appearance or confidence. ( READ MORE )

Coroner warns of risk of future deaths at mental health unit where patient was killed

Hugo Flint-Cahan, 34, was fatally attacked by Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, at a mental health trust in east London. ( READ MORE )

'Remarkable' targeted new fat jab can give you a 'flatter stomach' in three months, researchers discover

A new weight loss jab that directly targets fat cells could help melt away stubborn belly fat and reduce dangerous hidden fat, a study has found. ( READ MORE )

Kratom industry warns synthetic opioids should not be called 'kratom'

The American Kratom Association claims products found near two dead Ole Miss students were synthetic opioids, not natural kratom, amid pending toxicology. ( READ MORE )

How Did Christa Pike Survive Two Lethal Injections of Pentobarbital?

A catheter carrying the drug may not have delivered the doses to Ms. Pike’s bloodstream, experts said. The drug itself may have been degraded. ( READ MORE )

Judge denies defense motion asking Lindsay Clancy be found not guilty due to a lack of evidence

The judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder case on Thursday refused to declare her not guilty, turning down a defense motion that had argued there wasn't enough evidence to prove ( READ MORE )

New meningitis outbreak fears as hundreds of thousands of youths ignore vaccination warning

A one-off vaccination programme was launched this year after outbreaks which began in Kent in March left two young people dead. ( READ MORE )

988 crisis line restores LGBTQ+ youth specialized support

Congress members from both parties pushed to get back a service removed by the administrator last year. ( READ MORE )

Cornell’s Jane Doe Said She Was Given Ketamine. Here’s How the Drug Works.

Ketamine is a short-acting anesthetic that can have hallucinogenic effects. It is becoming more easily available, and some experts fear misuse is increasing. ( READ MORE )

I feel good? How hotel designers are engineering our emotions

Whether it’s calm, happiness or excitement, hoteliers are looking to program emotion into every aspect of your stay.  ( READ MORE )

Judge denies defense motion asking Lindsay Clancy be found not guilty due to a lack of evidence

“There was evidence introduced, both physical and circumstantial, that would permit a rational trier of fact to find beyond a reasonable doubt the elements of the charge of murder,” Judge ( READ MORE )

Surge of 'breakbone fever' becomes Florida's largest outbreak on record

Florida is battling its largest spread of dengue fever on record, reporting hundreds of both international and local cases. ( READ MORE )

How elderly wound care claims defrauded the government of billions of dollars

At a forum on Medicare, Dr. Mehmet Oz held up a chart with staggering figures: Over six years, spending on a specialized skin grafting treatment for older adult patients climbed ( READ MORE )

One drug, many rare diseases. Inside the movement to make rare drug development more profitable

The Ladders to Cures Accelerator aims to develop treatments for multiple rare diseases through shared biological mechanisms. ( READ MORE )

The white powder Germans are snorting at Oktoberfest for more energy — and fun

Beer is flowing, brats are grilling, friends are singing along to the brass band — and a man is tapping some white powder onto the back of his hand. And ( READ MORE )

Many Americans who work past 65 face a choice: Stay on your employer’s health insurance or sign up for Medicare.

Workplace plans typically cost less for basic coverage, but Medicare often gives beneficiaries greater freedom to pick doctors and no surprises on expenses ( READ MORE )

Walking to school slashes risk of poor mental health, study suggests

Researchers said 'every step counts' when it comes to not only physical but mental health, with active youngsters displaying changes in their brains linked to movement and mood. ( READ MORE )

Experimental lymphedema drug reduces swelling in clinical trials in new hope for patients

Scientists have inched a step closer to developing a first-of-its-kind drug to treat lymphedema, a chronic swelling condition that affects 10 million Americans. ( READ MORE )

The $60 Vibration Plate People Say Makes Their Balance ‘Significantly Better’

“After using it consistently, I’ve noticed improved circulation, less stiffness in my legs and better balance.” ( READ MORE )

What to know about pentobarbital after death row inmate survives 2 lethal injection doses

A look at pentobarbital reveals why the barbiturate used in Christa Gail Pike's failed lethal injection may not have reached fatal concentrations. ( READ MORE )

Toddler vomited blue-green bile and nearly died after consuming controversial drink

“I’m going to hate myself to the day I die for having allowed that to happen,” her mother said. ( READ MORE )

Salmonella fears trigger FDA's highest-risk recall for popular salad dressing over 'reasonable probability of death'

The recall of a salad dressing sold across multiple states have been classed as the FDA's highest risk level over fears of contamination with a deadly bacteria. ( READ MORE )

Listeria outbreak sickens 11 as officials race to find the source

The Food and Drug Administration is currently probing a listeria monocytogenes cluster that has sickened 11 people. ( READ MORE )

Micron drops despite 'a great quarter.' Why Cramer is sticking with the stock

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET. ( READ MORE )

3 GOP states go to U.S. Supreme Court to challenge 3 Democratic-led states’ abortion ‘shield’ laws

The attorneys general of Alabama, Arkansas, and Louisiana contend that the laws in California, Massachusetts, and New York undermine their abortion bans and their states' sovereignty. The post 3 GOP ( READ MORE )

I’m A Perinatal Therapist. I Still Lied To My Doctor About My Postpartum Symptoms — And I’d Do It Again.

“I lied about my sleep. I lied about my mood. I specifically lied about the rapid, nonstop panic attacks that had become the background noise of my entire day.” ( READ MORE )

Warning over 'common mistakes' that cause blood pressure readings to rocket: 'Where you rest your arm could cause misleading result'

People could be wrongly diagnosed with high blood pressure because they are holding their arm the wrong way during routine tests, research suggests. ( READ MORE )

The drug used in Tennessee's failed execution has come under past scrutiny

The lethal drug administered in Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute Christa Pike has been used in multiple states that carry out the death penalty ( READ MORE )

Silent epidemic spreading across the US may trigger suicidal urges... now families of young Americans who killed themselves find hidden infection lurking

Asher was energetic, often outspoken and intensely curious. He loved school, signed up for a host of extracurricular activities and was always eager to learn something new. ( READ MORE )

Health insurer points finger at AI as nearly $1 billion in questionable hospital charges appear

As AI codes billing inside hospitals, insurers say costs are added to a bloated health care system. Blue Cross Blue Shield put the tab as high as $1 billion. ( READ MORE )

Cancer-linked chemicals in receipts can be absorbed by the body, expert warns

You're asked whether you want a receipt almost every time you go to the shops, but studies suggest they contain toxic chemicals. Now, a doctor has examined the evidence to ( READ MORE )

What is pentobarbital, the drug in Tennessee's failed execution?

Tennessee officials could not carry out the execution of Christa Gail Pike on Wednesday after giving her two doses of pentobarbital, putting a drug long used in medicine, and increasingly ( READ MORE )

Sanofi, Regeneron to Expand Alliance in Up to $8 Billion Deal

The companies will share development and commercialization costs as well as potential future profits from the new drugs, they said. ( READ MORE )

‘Triple-G’ weight loss drug update: Even on the lowest dose, trial patients lost 12.7% of their weight

The drug, the first of its kind to target three metabolic receptors (GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon), is nearing the end of clinical trials and is expected to be submitted to ( READ MORE )

Major vaccine rollout for over-65s confirmed by NHS from October 1

The rollout comes ahead of the peak time for winter viruses. ( READ MORE )

Safety alert over Shein children's toy that's contaminated with asbestos

Parents are being urged to check their children's toy boxes, and get rid of popular building blocks, over fears they could contain asbestos. ( READ MORE )

Vaping will cost an extra £50 a month from TODAY - here's everything you need to know about new tax that also affects smokers

Vaping could cost users £600 more a year from today, as the Government introduces new taxes in a bid to create a 'smoke-free generation'. ( READ MORE )

5 foods that increase your risk of dementia

While eating an overall healthy and balanced diet is key, studies show that there are several specific foods that, when eaten too frequently, can up our odds of developing dementia. ( READ MORE )

Here's why experts say now is an ideal time to protect yourself from flu

It's October and time for flu shots. Medical experts urge getting a flu vaccination soon, before influenza starts spreading widely—and to get up to date on protection against other fall ( READ MORE )

Life expectancy almost back to pre-COVID-19 levels, says WHO

Global life expectancy is close to the levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the outlook for years lived in good health is recovering more slowly, the WHO said Friday. ( READ MORE )

More active teens report fewer sleep problems down the line, new study reveals

Pulling an all-nighter before a test or assignment deadline is almost a teenage rite of passage, but scientists are concerned that these exceptions are becoming a regular habit. Insomnia symptoms ( READ MORE )

Study across 8 European countries demonstrates feasibility of screening children for type 1 diabetes

New research presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Milan, Italy (Sept. 28–Oct. 2), reports on pilot screening programs for type ( READ MORE )

New weight-loss injection targets fat cells: CBL-514 selectively induces apoptosis of fat cells

Details of a new injection that targets fat cells will be released at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Milan, Italy (Sept. ( READ MORE )

Research finds sibling aggression to be common, though often dismissed as 'normal'

Sibling aggression takes many forms, like hitting, shoving, threatening or calling names. Although sibling aggression is widespread and can shape people for years, it hasn't been studied well by psychological ( READ MORE )

Childhood neglect may increase the risk of suicide attempts

Researchers at Semmelweis University examined the connection between childhood trauma and adult suicide risk among 300 psychiatric inpatients. According to a study published in the European Journal of Psychotraumatology, both ( READ MORE )

Tracing fetal DNA through maternal blood can help reduce prenatal testing errors

Understanding how fetal DNA travels in a pregnant woman's blood could unlock the next generation of prenatal screening, according to a new paper published in Science Advances. ( READ MORE )

Addressing mosquito-borne disease trends as climate change bites

Prevention measures, including vector control, vaccine deployment and cutting greenhouse gas emissions to limit global warming, are critical to counter the growing burden of mosquito-borne diseases in a changing climate, ( READ MORE )

Large analysis finds no clear link between rotavirus vaccination and type 1 diabetes

New research presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Milan, Italy (Sept. 28–Oct. 2), and published in Diabetologia shows that the ( READ MORE )

Very low carbohydrate diets linked to health benefits in children with type 1 diabetes

Very low-carbohydrate (VLC) diets may be associated with health benefits in children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and were not associated with acute diabetes complications, new research being presented at ( READ MORE )

Heel-prick blood samples from newborns could provide important insights into protection against serious infection

Heel-prick blood samples from newborns can be used to measure antibodies against group B Streptococcus, according to a new study from Aarhus University published in The Lancet Microbe journal. In ( READ MORE )

Metabolite-inspired compounds show promise for ulcerative colitis drug discovery

Two structurally modified compounds derived from an anti-inflammatory metabolite demonstrated enhanced anti-inflammatory activity in experimental ulcerative colitis in mice and human tissue, offering an underexplored drug discovery opportunity for this ( READ MORE )

Adolescents often choose to eat outside school, Swedish study finds

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have investigated where adolescents eat during the school day and what types of food they choose. The study was conducted by the IMPACT research group at ( READ MORE )

For older adults, disaster risk starts long before disaster strikes

For older adults, no disaster is simple. Repeated hurricanes, floods, wildfires and heat waves can combine with chronic illness, limited mobility, weak social support and strained care systems to create ( READ MORE )

Same-day chemotherapy boosts cancer vaccine responses in preclinical models

Both the clinical effects and the unpleasant side effects of chemotherapies, from hair loss to mouth sores to gastrointestinal discomfort, stem from their indiscriminate destruction of cells prone to rapid ( READ MORE )

Seaweed strandings cause a stink—here's why they harm your health

Seaweed piling up on a beach might look harmless, but as it begins to rot, it can release gases that are toxic to people. ( READ MORE )

The risk of looking back at former versions of ourselves

For decades, body image researchers have focused almost exclusively on how we compare ourselves to others and the toll it takes on our well-being. But a new study from The ( READ MORE )

What your eyes could reveal about your heart health

More than 2,000 years ago, the Greek mathematician Euclid began his treatise "Optics" with an assumption that now sounds peculiar: visual rays traveled out from the eye toward the objects ( READ MORE )

Hidden lymphatic signal amplifier could inform treatments for lymphedema and cancer metastasis

Lymphatic vessels act as the body's "drainage system," collecting excess fluid from tissues. When lymphatic drainage is impaired because lymphatic vessels are underdeveloped, damaged or dysfunctional, lymphedema can develop, causing ( READ MORE )

Lab‑grown 'mini‑bladder' helps explain why urinary tract infections keep coming back

For many people, a urinary tract infection (UTI) doesn't really end when the antibiotics run out. The burning and constant trips to the bathroom fade, then return weeks or months ( READ MORE )

US pharmacy closures are hitting racial minority communities the hardest

Pharmacies across the United States continue to close at a rapid rate, leaving millions of Americans in "pharmacy deserts," where they lack convenient and reasonable access to the care these ( READ MORE )

Generic, brand-name multiple sclerosis drugs may produce varied effects

A study led by UTSW researchers found that patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) taking generic versions of three commonly prescribed oral therapies had greater variability in blood proteins associated with ( READ MORE )

Stem cell-derived brain models offer a new window into how anesthesia works

Every day, hundreds of thousands of people undergo general anesthesia, trusting they'll drift into unconsciousness and wake safely after surgery. Yet despite decades of use, scientists still don't fully understand ( READ MORE )

Study reveals large gaps in care for youths with opioid use disorder

One in 100 adolescents and young adults in the United States has an opioid use disorder (OUD) and, with the rise of fentanyl in the drug supply, overdoses in this ( READ MORE )

An epigenetic blueprint reveals how aggressive MYC amplification fuels cancer

Researchers at the Cancer Epigenetics Institute (CEI) at Fox Chase Cancer Center have discovered how to control and stop the amplification of MYC—one of the most commonly altered cancer genes ( READ MORE )

Moms overcome barriers to postpartum care with help from patient navigators

While the transition to motherhood can be challenging for anyone, barriers such as inadequate health literacy, unreliable transportation, difficulty navigating a complex health care system, limited access to child care ( READ MORE )

Magnetically controlled capsule shows promise for investigating hard-to-reach regions of the small intestine

A small capsule could change how we study the microbiome of the small intestine. A team led by researchers at the University of Tokyo has created a pill-shaped device designed ( READ MORE )

Mass spectrometry offers faster look at the edges of brain tumors

Glioma brain tumors are diffuse, so surgeons usually cannot excise all of the cancer during surgery. Currently, surgeons remove as much of the tumor as they can and then analyze ( READ MORE )

Cellular recycling changes with age, but not how we expected

Taking out the trash is a chore that even our cells cannot escape. Through a process known as autophagy, they place misshapen proteins and other cellular garbage in biological containers ( READ MORE )

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FDA Approves Only Surgical Pulmonary Valve Fit for Growing Kids

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved the Autus Size-Adjustable Valve for surgical pulmonary valve replacement in children with congenital heart disease, the agency announced on Thursday. The Autus valve marks ( READ MORE )

Striking Weight Loss Seen With Combo Drug in Diabetes Trial

(MedPage Today) -- Adults with type 2 diabetes achieved impressive weight loss with an investigational combination agent of eloralintide plus tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), according to a phase IIb study. In ( READ MORE )

GLP-1s Tied to Detached Fingernails in New Study

(MedPage Today) -- Users of GLP-1 receptor agonists had as much as fourfold higher likelihood for nail disorders, particularly onycholysis (separation of the fingernails or toenails), compared with patients not ( READ MORE )

Docs Condemn 'Cornell 7'; Patient Zero vs Primary Case; Top 10 Natural Laxatives

(MedPage Today) -- The following contains links to social media websites including Bluesky, X, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Following allegations that seven fraternity members raped an incapacitated peer -- ( READ MORE )

Doctors Push Back on RFK Jr.'s AI Comments

(MedPage Today) -- Physician groups are pushing back against recent remarks by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggesting that artificial intelligence (AI) can be superior to physicians for making ( READ MORE )

Assessing Pathology and How It Impacts Early HER2 Breast Cancer Treatment

(MedPage Today) -- In "Beyond Diagnosis: Early HER2-Positive Breast Cancer," Cleveland Clinic breast oncologist Megan Kruse, MD, and host John Mangels discuss how clinicians can navigate increasingly complex treatment decisions ( READ MORE )

Novel GIP/GLP-1 Yields Uneven Findings in Diabetes Patients With Obesity

(MedPage Today) -- An investigational dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist achieved modest weight loss in adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity, the phase III SYNCHRONIZE-2 trial showed, but tolerability remains a ( READ MORE )

New Gastro Guidelines; Best First-Line Option in UC? Late-Stage Trial Win for Hep D

(MedPage Today) -- The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) published guideline updates on managing metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and alcohol-associated liver disease and surveillance for pancreatic ( READ MORE )

More New Moms Are Starting GLP-1 Drugs

(MedPage Today) -- Starting a GLP-1 receptor agonist after giving birth is becoming more common, an analysis of claims data showed. The percentage of women who initiated a GLP-1 medication ( READ MORE )

Cemdisiran Linked With Fewer Hospitalizations in Myasthenia Gravis Study

(MedPage Today) -- Cemdisiran, an investigational small interfering RNA (siRNA) therapeutic targeting complement component 5 (C5), led to fewer hospitalized myasthenia gravis patients compared with placebo, a prespecified exploratory analysis ( READ MORE )

Drug Approval for Painful Heart Condition Expands to Kids

(MedPage Today) -- The FDA expanded its approval of mavacamten (Camzyos) to include children with symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Mavacamten thus becomes the first cardiac myosin inhibitor indicated for ( READ MORE )

What Is a 'Tick Bomb' and Does It Cause Disease?

(MedPage Today) -- If one tick bite seems bad enough, imagine a whole explosion of them latching onto an ankle or crawling up a leg at once. This is known ( READ MORE )

Breastfeeding Beyond the First Year

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TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Oct. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) today announced the first results for the investigational ubamatamab in patients with low-grade serous ovarian cancer (LGSOC). ( READ MORE )

Bagsværd, Denmark, 1 October 2026 – Novo Nordisk today presented post hoc analysis of data from a STEP UP trial sub-population with 55 participants, showing that Wegovy® (pooled semaglutide 7.2 ( READ MORE )

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE) October 01, 2026 -- Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today presented detailed results from an ongoing Phase 2 study investigating tilrekimig (PF-07275315) in adults with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis ( READ MORE )

Ingelheim, Germany, October 1, 2026 -- Boehringer Ingelheim today announced positive results from the Phase III SYNCHRONIZE-2 trial, which investigates the glucagon/GLP-1 receptor dual agonist survodutide (BI 456906) in adults ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- One in nine older U.S. adults who have used cannabis in the past 12 months meet criteria for cannabis use disorder (CUD), according to a study ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- Cancer survivors are less likely to be physically active than adults without a cancer history, although physical activity (PA) increased in cancer survivors from 2018 ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- Nearly 1 in 5 patients report encountering ophthalmic treatments they perceive as bogus, according to a research letter published online Sept. 24 in JAMA Ophthalmology. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- Aggregate surgeon supply is projected to decline to 2038, resulting in a national workforce adequacy of 83.4 percent, according to a study presented at the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation (CR) improves outcomes for people with coronary heart disease (CHD) compared with no exercise, according to a study published online Sept. 18 ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- While lower-frequency isometric exercise training (IET) may be sufficient to maintain blood pressure (BP) reductions over the short term, higher frequencies are required to preserve ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- Functional decline begins many years before clinically apparent cardiovascular disease (CVD) events, according to a study published online Sept. 23 in JAMA Cardiology. Aung Zaw ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- For adults with type 2 diabetes and moderate cardiovascular risk with albuminuria, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists or sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors reduce the risk ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- The prevalence of neurodiversity is increased among individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D) early in life, according to a study presented at the annual ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 — A fifth person with measles has died in Pennsylvania, home to the largest active measles outbreak in the United States. The Pennsylvania Department of Health ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 -- Polypharmacy involving prescription medications affected more than one-third of older adults in 2021 to 2023, according to a research letter published online Sept. 24 in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 — The smiles that pass between babies and their caregivers aren't just fleeting pleasures: They might help infants learn how to regulate their emotions, according to ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 — Isometric exercises like wall sits may help lower your blood pressure. And just one session a week could help you maintain those healthier numbers. A ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 — Fewer Americans are saying "I took a Xanax" these days as prescriptions for benzodiazepine sedatives have dropped by more than a quarter over the past ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 — A device worn on the wrist and powered by an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm can assess rehab progress in real time for people who've lost ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 — You're up to four times more prone to losing a nail after you start a GLP-1 medicine than before, a new study suggests. Risk for ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2026 — In December 2024, Marjorie Tingley’s adult sons received an urgent email from the dementia care unit at Vista Grande Villa, a Michigan senior living community. ( READ MORE )

NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- UTR Therapeutics Inc., a biotech company with clinical trial-ready assets defining a new category of RNA therapeutics to conquer the undruggable proteome, today ( READ MORE )

RAHWAY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE) September 30, 2026 -- Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, today announced the first presentation of results from MK-7240-012, a ( READ MORE )

OSAKA, Japan AND CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, September 30, 2026 - Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) announced new data from three Phase 3 LATITUDE psoriasis studies of zasocitinib (TAK-279), an investigational, next-generation, highly selective and ( READ MORE )

Berlin, Germany, and Cambridge, MA, USA, September 30, 2026 – Bayer AG and its wholly owned, independently operated subsidiary BlueRock Therapeutics LP, a clinical stage cell therapy company, today announced ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 -- For childhood cancer survivors (CCSs) of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), mental distress, fatigue, and executive function (EF) ( READ MORE )

PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE) September 30, 2026 -- Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Camzyos (mavacamten) for the treatment of symptomatic ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 -- Within five years of a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, there is greater risk for first developing chronic kidney disease (CKD) versus first developing heart failure, ( READ MORE )

Bagsværd, Denmark, 30 September 2026 – Novo Nordisk today announced new data on how CagriSema works inside both the brain and body, presented at the European Association for the Study ( READ MORE )

South San Francisco, CA -- September 30, 2026 -- Genentech, a member of the Roche Group (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY), announced today that detailed results from the evERA Breast ( READ MORE )

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced that the primary results from the ongoing Phase 2 APEX Part B Dose-Regimen-Finding Study, evaluating zumilokibart, in ( READ MORE )

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced that detailed results from the multiple ascending dose (MAD) part of its Phase 1 study evaluating ABBV-295 ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 -- From 2016 to 2024, the number of patients using medical cannabis increased by 425 percent, according to a research letter published online Sept. 29 in ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 -- Stable employment in midlife is associated with better cognitive health in later life, according to a study published online Sept. 23 in Alzheimer’s & Dementia. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 -- For adults with an increased cardiovascular risk, elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) levels are associated with an elevated risk for incident heart failure and all-cause mortality, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 -- For patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) may serve as a biomarker for disease activity, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 -- The effects of semaglutide on major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) is only partially due to known risk factors, according to a study published online Sept. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 — Federal prosecutors have charged two people in an alleged scheme to bring fake versions of the type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic from China and sell ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept 30, 2026 — Low doses of radiation targeted to arthritic knees may ease symptoms and even slow disease progression, new research suggests. The study conducted in Russia tracked ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 — Starting a new workout routine is an opportunity to improve your health, boost your energy and reach personal fitness goals. However, as a doctor, I’ve ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept 30, 2026 — As many parents know, urinary tract infections (UTIs) can strike babies and young children too. This week, the nation's leading pediatricians' group issued its first ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept 30, 2026 — Researchers say they've found an incision-free way to treat the brains of people stricken with severe, treatment-resistant depression, bringing what looks to be lasting relief. ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept 30, 2026 — The growing popularity of e-scooters is translating to more broken bones and fractured skulls in U.S emergency departments, two new reports find. Such cases doubled ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2026 — Autumn Daniels is no stranger to migraine headaches, which have troubled her since childhood. The migraine tormenting the 32-year-old in April was even worse than ( READ MORE )

DEL MAR, CALIF., USA -- September 30, 2026 -- The US Food and Drug Administration has accepted CeleCor Therapeutics’ New Drug Application (NDA) for zalunfiban (DisaggproTM) and assigned a target ( READ MORE )

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY), the maker of Zepbound (tirzepatide) and Foundayo (orforglipron), today announced detailed results from TRIUMPH-2, a Phase 3 trial ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 29, 2026 -- Lower vertebral bone mineral density (vBMD) is associated with changes in brain structure and cognition among older adults, according to a study published online Sept. ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 29, 2026 -- Eating more ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) is associated with higher risks for multiple chronic diseases and all-cause mortality, according to a study published online Sept. 22 ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 29, 2026 -- A transformer-based model can predict personalized risk for pancreatic cancer five years prior to diagnosis, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of ( READ MORE )

TUESDAY, Sept. 29, 2026 -- Mortality has consistently increased for adults undergoing emergency surgery for appendicitis, acute cholecystitis, and abdominal wall hernia with obstruction or gangrene, according to a study ( 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 )

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

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 )

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 )

Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 5/22/2026 ( READ MORE )

Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Begins at Washington-Dulles International Airport ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 5/20/2026 ( READ MORE )

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