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Anti-aging supplements taken by millions may undermine cancer treatment, study warns

Popular NAD+-boosting supplements like NMN and nicotinamide riboside may shield pancreatic cancer cells from chemotherapy, a new study warns. ( READ MORE )

Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals why he’s never slept with his longterm girlfriend — who he boasted is in ‘top 1% of all vaginas’

Absence makes the heart grow fonder — and possibly live longer. In a video posted to social media, the longevity mogul explained the reasoning. ( READ MORE )

The surprisingly short amount of daily TV watching that can damage your brain: experts

Researchers have linked heavy TV viewing with several potential health consequences. ( READ MORE )

The Ruthless Efficiency of Ultrapotent Street Drugs

Five decades after the “war on drugs” sought to make substance abuse unaffordable, illicit drugs are cheaper and more powerful than ever. A visit to Baltimore shows why. ( READ MORE )

Using football to talk about mental health

The ​Mersey Mind Project is open to men of all fitness levels and abilities ( READ MORE )

Maker of Clear Eyes Recalls Nearly 40,000 Bottles Over Contamination Risk

Federal safety regulators said the maker of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief voluntarily recalled the drops because of a “lack of assurance of sterility.” ( READ MORE )

I was told I’d never walk again — now I’m trekking 6 million steps from the Brooklyn Bridge to the Santa Monica Pier

“It’s all about taking a small step at a time," Fergus Farrell told The Post. ( READ MORE )

Dr Amir Khan reveals 5 everyday things which can raise your blood pressure

Dr Amir Khan said: "Your blood pressure is so important to your health, here are five surprising things that may raise it and why they matter for your heart" ( READ MORE )

Children’s charity handed £86k donation at Dutch Grand Prix

An awe-inspiring charity has netted a whopping £86,000 in funding after picking up an award at the Dutch Grand Prix. ( READ MORE )

Chicken - not just eggs - now implicated in 'ongoing' salmonella outbreak: UK worst hit as deadly bug spreads to seven countries

The UK is at the centre of the salmonella outbreak, recording more cases than any of the other six countries affected. ( READ MORE )

My secret beers-after-work problem threatened to ruin my beautiful family life... until I discovered the $3 'Ozempic for alcohol' pill that instantly ends cravings (and gave me a rippling six pack as a side effect!)

After working hard, he had secured a six-figure salary as vice-president at a major US health insurance company. But when he started working from home, he was left battling his ( READ MORE )

I was horrified to wake up with swollen eyes and angry red patches on my face and neck. I spent £700 on 'miracle treatments' and couldn't leave the house. This £16.50 solution finally cleared my skin without medication

Ever since she was a child, Morgan McGuire has suffered from an agonising condition that caused the skin behind her arms and legs to become unbearably itchy, red and sore. ( READ MORE )

Homeowners are suing builders over mold they say is making them sick, seeking millions of dollars in damages. Builders say their fears are overblown.

Homeowner lawsuits against home builders allege mold-related illnesses, while builders say the allegations are off the mark and costing them millions. ( READ MORE )

FDA Approves Alzheimer’s Blood Test Developed by Roche and Eli Lilly

The Food and Drug Administration cleared a blood test for identifying Alzheimer’s disease symptoms, which was developed by Roche and Eli Lilly. ( READ MORE )

1,000 Stitches by Hand: Why Heart Valves Still Need the Human Touch?

What if the device keeping your heart beating was entirely man-made? Inside a high-precision manufacturing facility in Singapore, trained mostly women operators sit behind microscopes, carefully stitching delicate heart-valve tissue ( READ MORE )

Eli Lilly Launches Foundayo Weight-Loss Pill in U.K.

The once-daily pill was approved for patients with a body mass index of at least 30, or between 27 and 30 in the event of at least one weight-related health ( READ MORE )

Is your exercise routine wrecking your gut? Five signs your workout is actually sabotaging your health... and how to fix it

You hit the gym every day, eat clean, and you never skip leg day. So why do you still feel bloated and exhausted? Experts say the answer might be surprising. ( READ MORE )

The retro diet food making a comeback... experts reveal if the beloved 80s 'it' ingredient is key to weight loss

Once the bland poster child of 1980s diet culture, this cheap ingredient is suddenly having a very loud second act. ( READ MORE )

Your acai bowl may actually be sabotaging your weight loss... dietitians reveal the best way to make beloved wellness meal

It's the trendy breakfast staple dominating the wellness world. But dietitians speaking with the Daily Mail have revealed how the 'healthy' food could actually hamper your weight loss goals. ( READ MORE )

Life-threatening regional outbreak upgraded to 'urgent' nationwide alert as people become sickened with multiple deadly pathogens

A foodborne outbreak that was previously thought to be confined to just a handful of states has now been detected in more than dozen. ( READ MORE )

AI tools can aid blood disorder care: Experts

Experts said AI can help doctors identify patterns in large datasets, assess risks and support treatment planning. However, they stressed that clinical judgement must remain central to patient care. ( READ MORE )

Hidden side-effects of the Wegovy pill: Sophie couldn't afford Mounjaro and thought the new tablet was the perfect solution... and then her nightmare started. This is the brutal downside so many experts are now warning about

When a box containing Sophie Ashton's first pack of Wegovy pills arrived on her doorstep, the 39-year-old felt a flicker of hope. Finally, she thought, here was a way to ( READ MORE )

From Snickers to Cadbury's Dairy Milk... which of the nation's favourite chocolate bars is healthiest, according to experts

Britain's chocolate bars aren't what they used to be. They now contain less sugar, and have shrunk over the years. But how much healthier are they, really? ( READ MORE )

'Perfect' workout formula can take just 10 minutes a day, Hilaria Baldwin says

Hilaria Baldwin shares her "perfect" workout trifecta of cardio, strength training and stretching, plus tips for building exercise consistency. ( READ MORE )

This Harmless Wrinkle Could Indicate Whether You Have An Underlying Health Condition

Could a portion of your ear be a window to your heart? ( READ MORE )

New Rose Of Tralee reveals why she believes she's 'lucky' as the charismatic pagaent winner - who has lived with alopecia for past 10 years - offers this brilliant piece of advice to ANY woman facing an identity crisis

When Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh stepped on to the Rose of Tralee stage on Monday night and opened up about living with alopecia for the past ten years, she won the ( READ MORE )

Warning: 'Do not eat' popular chicken wraps over fears they're contaminated with ultra-deadly form of E. coli

Four popular chicken wraps have been pulled from shop shelves over fears they could be contaminated with potentially deadly bacteria. ( READ MORE )

Mother, 31, left disabled after maternity staff botched intimate stitches and dismissed injury for FOUR years

A young mother has been left with life-changing bowel injuries after suffering a serious vaginal tear, that went undetected for more than two years following the birth of her first ( READ MORE )

UK pharmacies stock new pill for 2 common conditions – from today

The UK is the first country in Europe where the drug will be sold on prescription. ( READ MORE )

Centre eases Medical Devices rules, adds EU to waiver list

According to the ministry, “Under the amended provisions, manufacturers outsourcing product sterilization to another facility holding a valid licence under the Medical Devices Rules, 2017 will no longer be required ( READ MORE )

Woman, 42, has nine organs removed after endometriosis turns out to be cancer

Claire Gerring, from Wantage in Oxfordshire, underwent a 10-hour operation to remove nine organs. ( READ MORE )

'Doctors said I was 'too young' to have endometriosis'

Grace is just 14, but has to spend days in hospital each month due to her endometriosis. ( READ MORE )

Getting ripped 'Odyssey'-style at this L.A. sword-fighting destination

Step inside Swordplay LA in Burbank, where Hollywood stunts, fantasy tropes and ancient history combine for an unforgettable full-body workout. ( READ MORE )

The “war on drugs” sought to reduce substance abuse by driving up prices and lowering demand. Today, street drugs are less expensive and more dangerous than ever. ( READ MORE )

Govt to take stock of H1N1 as Karnataka cases cross 4,000

Health minister U T Khader said surveillance and preparedness will be among the key issues to be discussed at the meeting, amid concern over the spread of the seasonal flu ( READ MORE )

'I was left in constant state of arousal after paying £1,000 for women's retreat'

A new sexual wellness and empowerment trend is taking a hold as one Wiltshire retreat is charging up to £1,399 for women to 'reclaim their erotic aliveness' ( READ MORE )

My gummy smile meant I always hid from photos or stopped myself laughing - until I found the five-minute solution. It's something I swore I'd NEVER do... but it finally has me grinning again

Sally White spent her life trying her hardest not to smile. Every time she grinned or laughed, she became painfully aware of the one facial feature she felt marked her ( READ MORE )

Mum wants people to know 'there is hope after pregnancy loss'

Hayley Metcalfe, 37, suffered the loss of two babies at 17 and 19 weeks into the pregnancies. ( READ MORE )

Mum's anguish as son's body parts removed without her consent - 'completely devastated'

Andrea Mauk was on holiday in Costa Rica when she received the devastating news that her son had died in a car crash. But the horrors didn't end there ( READ MORE )

No cause for panic over H1N1; current strains in circulation since 2025, says ICMR

The scientists, as per the ICMR press note, also clarified that the influenza strains currently circulating are well matched with the vaccine strains recommended for the Northern Hemisphere. ( READ MORE )

FSSAI issued 150 notices to food companies in recent months over misleading advertisements

FSSAI has issued more than 150 notices to food companies in recent months over misleading advertisements, false claims and labelling violations. ( READ MORE )

Preventive healthcare future model, crucial for national economy, security: Rajnath

Singh said preventive healthcare also made economic sense as treating advanced diseases could cost lakhs of rupees, while annual health check-ups, lifestyle counselling, early screening and basic medication could cost ( READ MORE )

Hairdresser, 42, with suspected endometriosis was found to have ruptured tumour that required NINE organs be removed in the 'mother of all surgeries'

A woman's suspected endometriosis turned out to be a cancer so rare it required nine of her organs to be removed during 'the mother of all surgeries'. ( READ MORE )

Louisiana girl, 8, dies after contracting suspected brain-eating amoeba linked to lake swim

Lillian Smart's family says the 8-year-old's brain injuries were too severe to survive after contracting Naegleria fowleri while swimming in a lake. ( READ MORE )

Doctors said I was too young to have endometriosis at 13 - I had to take morphine to cope

Grace, 14, feels doctors were dismissive of her pain. She wants others to know the symptoms. ( READ MORE )

Why is it so hard to find an NHS dentist? Find out how many have closed where you live

Nearly 600 practices in England have withdrawn from NHS dentistry over the last 10 years, as the service heads towards a two-tier system. ( READ MORE )

Dr. Oz Awkwardly Walks Back Trump’s Claims That MMR Vaccine Is ‘Lethal’

Trump falsely claimed that the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine was “lethal.” ( READ MORE )

First human case of West Nile virus of the year confirmed in Mass.

The risk of West Nile virus was elevated to a moderate level in 70 communities across nearly a dozen counties in Massachusetts. The post First human case of West Nile ( READ MORE )

Popular erectile dysfunction drug linked to eye disease that can cause irreversible vision loss

Tadalafil users were 22% more likely to develop glaucoma, a study found, raising new questions about long-term Cialis use and eye pressure risks. ( READ MORE )

Clinical trial to treat rectal cancer spares major surgery

A new treatment for earlier-stage rectal cancer could transform how patients are treated for the disease, according to a landmark clinical trial. ( READ MORE )

Congo's Ebola outbreak records one of its highest weekly death tolls yet

More than 300 people died of Ebola in eastern Congo in the past week, one of the highest weekly tolls yet, government data showed Monday, as health workers struggle to ( READ MORE )

New CDK strategies could target tumor growth by shutting down key gene activity

Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in Germany. In the search for new therapeutic approaches that target the uncontrolled growth of tumor cells, a class of enzymes known as ( READ MORE )

The brain has its own thermostat. A study shows epilepsy may interfere with it

Doctors have long known that changes in body temperature can affect seizure activity. Fever can trigger seizures in some young children, while in rare forms of epilepsy, bathing in hot ( READ MORE )

Researchers uncover brain-network dynamics in schizophrenia

Researchers at Georgia State University have identified a previously unknown aspect of schizophrenia that offers a new way to understand how the disorder affects large-scale brain coordination. In a new ( READ MORE )

Where does fat actually go when you lose weight? The answer is in your breath, and your sweat

To lose weight, most of us know that it is a matter of eating less and being more physically active. By putting our bodies into a calorie deficit, we "burn" ( READ MORE )

Study finds that obesity in adolescence may be more reversible than previously thought

Obesity doesn't look the same at age 15 as it does at age 45, and Duke University School of Medicine researchers are learning why. A study published in the Journal ( READ MORE )

Aging with HIV: Global report highlights the need to prepare health systems

The Lancet HIV Commission on Aging's 2026 report highlights how profoundly the global HIV epidemic is changing. ( READ MORE )

The physical activity paradox: Not all forms of exercise lower your dementia risk. This type raises it

Not all physical activity is equal when it comes to protecting the brain from dementia. Where and why we move may matter more than most people realize. ( READ MORE )

Exploring the relationship between an age-related brain change and depression

During typical aging and Alzheimer's disease progression, higher levels of a protein called tau are associated with more depressive symptoms. In JNeurosci, Teodora Markova from Brandeis University and colleagues explore ( READ MORE )

New study uncovers TikTok mental health advice risks

TikTok's design makes it harder for young people to think critically about the mental health content they see, new University of Birmingham research suggests. With more than 550,000 children and ( READ MORE )

Spatial atlas reveals how ovarian clear cell tumors vary from core to edge

Ovarian clear cell carcinoma (OCCC) has a higher prevalence among East Asian women and is characterized by poor clinical outcomes. An interdisciplinary team led by Professor Ruby Yun-Ju Huang at ( READ MORE )

Lab uncovers housing risks facing disabled veterans

A new study by Georgia State University sociologists has found that disabled veterans face distinctly higher risks of poor housing than both their nondisabled veteran counterparts and disabled nonveterans. ( READ MORE )

Dual therapy activates immune defenses while damaging lung cancer DNA

A new preclinical study has demonstrated that combining HER3-DXd with olaparib significantly improves treatment responses in lung cancer models. This combination therapy induces irreparable DNA damage in cancer cells while ( READ MORE )

Workout or nap? Either can help your sleepless brain, study finds

A short workout or a nap can help protect memory after a sleepless night, a McGill University-led study has found. ( READ MORE )

Immunotherapy shows promise for clearing residual melanoma cells

Cornell researchers successfully ramped up the body's own immune response to fight melanoma at the tail end of targeted cancer therapy, when tumors commonly become resistant to these therapies and ( READ MORE )

Rethinking how we define neurodegenerative diseases

On the surface, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE) might seem like unrelated diseases. ALS destroys motor neurons, causing muscle weakness and eventually ( READ MORE )

Dual beta rhythms could guide more precise Parkinson's brain stimulation

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center studying Parkinson's disease have discovered a previously unrecognized sequence of abnormal activity across multiple regions of the brain, providing a new level of understanding ( READ MORE )

How well do COVID antivirals actually work? Not as well as we thought

If you're 70 or older, or 50 or older with underlying health conditions, and have tested positive for COVID, you might have been offered free or subsidized antivirals. ( READ MORE )

How the Chagas disease parasite 'activates' its infectious form

The Chagas disease parasite (Trypanosoma cruzi) undergoes a major transformation throughout its life cycle to infect humans and other mammals. It alters the types and amounts of proteins in its ( READ MORE )

His Hiccups Signaled a Life-Threatening Problem

(MedPage Today) -- A middle-aged man's persistent hiccups were a sign of a much more severe problem, clinicians wrote in a case report. The 55-year-old man first went to a ( READ MORE )

Blood test shows promise for detecting breast cancer recurrence

A research team at Kumamoto University has developed a blood-based approach that could help detect breast cancer recurrence by looking beyond conventional genetic mutations and examining how DNA is packaged ( READ MORE )

How patients write portal messages may affect whether doctors respond

Portal messages have become a routine way for patients to communicate with their health care teams. But a new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health suggests that ( READ MORE )

Researchers find no connection between pesticide exposure and social difficulties common in autism

Prenatal exposure to certain insecticides used in agriculture does not appear to be linked to social communication problems and other traits related to autism, a new study shows. ( READ MORE )

Major review finds clear link between vaping and respiratory problems in young people

A major review of the effects of vaping on children and young people has found clear links between vaping and respiratory health problems, as well as strong evidence that young ( READ MORE )

NHS patients more likely to die when ambulance crews off sick, study shows

Unexpected staff shortages in ambulance services are costing lives, with patients significantly more likely to die within 24 hours when ambulance workers are off sick, according to new research. The ( READ MORE )

Metalheads can endure pain longer thanks to the festival experience

True to the motto "Faster, harder, louder," some 80,000 metal fans celebrate their music and bands at Wacken Open Air every year. Lydia Schneider and Tom Fritz from the Max ( READ MORE )

When you eat may matter as much as what you eat for longevity and heart health

What we eat plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. A well-balanced meal rich in essential micronutrients not only fuels the body but may also help protect against ( READ MORE )

Trump's Weight; Fauci Gets a Legal Defense Fund; Eye Drops Recalled

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Doctors shared concerns as President Trump appears to have put on 23 pounds since his 2024 campaign. (Washington ( READ MORE )

Robot-assisted surgery shows clinical advantages over laparoscopic surgery for gastric cancer

Surgery remains the primary curative treatment for gastric cancer, with laparoscopic gastrectomy (LG) established as a standard minimally invasive approach. While LG offers faster recovery than open surgery, it remains ( READ MORE )

Common medications may change your gut for years

Common medications may reshape the gut microbiome long after the last dose is taken. In a study of more than 2,500 people, researchers found lasting microbial changes linked not only ( READ MORE )

A Missed Psychiatric Medication Should Not Become Another Disaster

(MedPage Today) -- When people talk about emergency preparation, we hear the same list again and again: water, canned food, flashlight, batteries, and important documents. Those things matter. But for ( READ MORE )

Can you slow the aging process? Study reveals which interventions might help

When Raghav Sehgal arrived at Yale as a graduate student several years ago, he wanted to explore the use of powerful computer science tools in cancer research. With an engineering ( READ MORE )

Influencers claim 'knees over toes' exercises can help bullet proof your knees. Two experts explain

For decades, people exercising have been told one simple rule: Never let your knees go over your toes. During lunges, squats and many other exercises, well-meaning coaches, trainers and physical ( READ MORE )

Bird flu is spreading. Your backyard feeder could make it worse

Backyard bird feeders could become unexpected hotspots for H5N1 as Australia’s bird flu outbreak spreads, bringing species together in ways that rarely occur naturally. Experts say stopping feeding is safest, ( READ MORE )

Too much or too little sleep may make your body age faster

Both too little and too much sleep may be linked to faster aging throughout the body. Researchers analyzing 23 biological aging clocks found the lowest aging levels among people sleeping ( READ MORE )

Gut bacteria may unlock a hidden benefit of vegetables

Gut bacteria can transform nitrate and plant-based iron from vegetables and other foods into protective molecules that may benefit the heart and metabolism. In experimental models, higher levels of these ( READ MORE )

'He's Not the Guy to Go to, to Get the Best Medical Info': What We Heard This Week

(MedPage Today) -- "Maybe he's not the guy to go to, to get the best medical information." -- Paul Offit, MD, of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children's Hospital ( READ MORE )

Rural Emergency Medicine Should be an Aspiration, Not a Back Up Plan

(MedPage Today) -- There are many TV medical dramas that make healthcare professionals crazy because they're not even close to depicting what really goes on in a hospital. Most of ( READ MORE )

A major Alzheimer’s risk gene may shrink brain cells years before symptoms

Researchers have uncovered a possible reason why the Alzheimer’s risk gene APOE4 can disrupt the brain long before memory problems begin. In mice, APOE4 increased a protein called Nell2, shrinking ( READ MORE )

The dental crown of the future could be 3D-printed while you wait

Researchers have found a way to slash the processing time for 3D-printed zirconia crowns from as much as 100 hours to under 30 minutes. The advance could eventually let dentists ( READ MORE )

Real-World Study Backs Mepolizumab in Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps

(MedPage Today) -- Mepolizumab (Nucala) improved outcomes for adults with severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) and put about one in five on the way to remission, a real-life ( READ MORE )

A hidden “on switch” in human DNA has finally been decoded

Researchers have used AI to uncover the DNA signature of a key genetic “switch” involved in turning genes on. After analyzing about 500,000 DNA sequences, the model identified the initiator ( READ MORE )

Experimental compound helps burn fat without muscle loss

A decades-old compound may point to a new way of treating obesity by making the body burn more energy rather than simply reducing appetite. In mice, TOFA increased energy use ( READ MORE )

Cannabis use linked to 37% higher stroke risk in massive study

A massive analysis involving more than 100 million people has found strong links between recreational drug use and stroke, including among younger adults. Cocaine was associated with nearly double the ( READ MORE )

This common vitamin was linked to 13% better cognitive scores

Older adults with mild cognitive impairment and sleep problems who took at least 5,000 IU of vitamin D daily scored more than 13% higher on a cognitive test than those ( READ MORE )

This shark can live 400 years. Its eyes barely seem to age

Greenland sharks may live for 400 years without suffering the kind of retinal decline normally associated with aging. Researchers found healthy eye tissue and active proteins specially adapted for seeing ( READ MORE )

Quitting alcohol may prime the brain for relapse

Mice that developed compulsive drinking after alcohol abstinence showed more than double the activity in a brain region associated with stress and addiction. Because the signal appeared before they drank ( READ MORE )

Boarding in the ED; Devices or Manual CPR?

(MedPage Today) -- TTHealthWatch is a weekly podcast from Texas Tech. In it, Elizabeth Tracey, director of electronic media for Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore, and Rick Lange, MD, president ( READ MORE )

What the Measles Betting Market Does Not Measure

(MedPage Today) -- Polymarket is currently running a $7.8 million betting option on the number of measles cases in the U.S. in 2026. It runs a detailed analysis of the ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Children who lose a parent develop mental health problems at twice the rate of kids with an intact family, a new study reports.Losing a parent ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Play is considered one of the most powerful ways young children can learn and grow, but some preschools face family opposition to frolicking, a new ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Getting recommended colon cancer screenings can reduce your risk of dying from the disease by more than 40%, a new study says.People who took part ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 24 2026 — The way you use weed might be a red flag for heavy use or addiction, a new study says.People who use weed in nearly every ( READ MORE )

MONDAY, Aug. 24, 2026 — Northwestern University economist Chuck Manski studies decision-making amid uncertainty. That prepared him better than many other cancer patients to decide whether to stay on an ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Higher diet quality is associated with better lung function (LF), especially among individuals with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Leucovorin dispensing to children increased 700 percent from December 2024 to December 2025, according to a research letter published in the Aug. 13 issue of ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Only three of the 1,357 U.S. Food and Drug Administration-authorized artificial intelligence (AI) medical devices have been evaluated for clinical effectiveness, according to a study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — The next time you roll up your sleeve for a blood test, the hand holding the needle may not be a hand at all. Federal ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Combining chemotherapy with immunotherapy before surgery for head and neck cancer is associated with significantly greater reductions in tumor size than immunotherapy alone, according to ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Habitual fasting may be detrimental in older adults, according to a study published online Aug. 20 in the Journal of Internal Medicine. Luis Kalmbach, from ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Flight attendants and pilots have a higher proportion of radiation-related cancer deaths compared with other occupations, according to a research letter published online Aug. 17 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- Cannabis users may have an earlier age at onset (AAO) of psychosis than nonusers, with larger differences accumulating with age, according to a review published ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 -- A small change in night-shift hours improves sleep quality and inflammatory biomarkers in emergency medicine physicians, according to a pilot study published in the September ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Is weight loss really just about calories in, calories out — or does diet quality make a difference? A team led by Dr. Thomas Keyserling, ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — A surprising number of young adults have early signs of a metabolic disorder that could have a lasting impact on their health, a new study ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — TikTok is shaping teenagers’ appetites, a new study suggests. Teens say what they see on TikTok is prompting hunger, driving their cravings and fueling their ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Oregon’s landmark psilocybin program is showing that the “magic mushroom” chemical can help people manage their mood disorders, a new study says. People participating in ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — You might want to steer clear of self-driving vehicles if you have a history of head injuries, a new study warns. Hockey players who’d suffered ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 21, 2026 — Tammy Chalala, a retired dietitian in New York, was thrilled with the results of her cataract surgeries, which left her with close to 20/20 vision. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- More than two-thirds of patients report viewing their test results in a portal before hearing from a provider, but how well they understand them is ( READ MORE )

NEW YORK, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuvation Bio Inc. (NYSE: NUVB), a global oncology company focused on tackling some of the toughest challenges in cancer treatment, today announced that ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the Aletta as the first standalone robotic device that can draw blood from a patient's arm. The ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The Composite Dietary Antioxidant Index (CDAI) is significantly inversely associated with cervical cancer (CC) prevalence, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- Sleep disturbances and long sleep duration are associated with a reduction in working life expectancy (WLE), according to a study published online Aug. 18 in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The global health workforce has expanded since 1990, mainly due to an increase in female health workers, according to a study published online Aug. 18 ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- The timeliness of the transition from emergency department (ED) to inpatient management varies considerably by hospital, according to a research letter published online in the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- Childhood-onset epilepsy is associated with significantly lower completion rates of primary school and long-term educational attainment, according to a study published online Aug. 18 in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) shows promise for patients with primary and metastatic brain tumors, with short hospital stays and preserved quality of life, according ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- A machine learning model can predict overactive bladder (OAB) risk in women, using common reproductive and sociodemographic data, according to a study published online Aug. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — An experimental vaccine kept melanoma from returning or spreading in people at high risk of the skin cancer coming back, drugmakers Moderna and Merck announced ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 -- U.S. adults hold outdated beliefs on antibiotics, according to a study published online July 21 in Open Forum Infectious Diseases. Alistair Thorpe, Ph.D., from the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Sugary drinks aren’t just rotting your teeth, a new study says. Sugar-sweetened beverages might more than double a person’s risk of stomach cancer, researchers reported ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Could a diet rich in antioxidants help women lower their risk of cervical cancer? A new study suggests these compounds may play a role in ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Spinal cord stimulation might help stroke survivors improve their arm strength and hand mobility, a small-scale study has found. Seven stroke survivors suffering from profound ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Caregivers who spend more than half a workweek providing unpaid service to others are risking their own mental health, a new study says. More than ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — It’s been said that regular physical activity can help lower risk of dementia, but a new evidence review suggests that why you move also matters. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 20, 2026 — Connecting people with clinical trials is complicated — even if people identify a promising match, there’s a slew of potentially thorny factors, including geographic incompatibility, ( READ MORE )

August 19, 2026 -- The FDA’s Complete Response Letter relates to the previously communicated observations at NerPharMa, concerning outstanding GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) observations, as well as a request for ( READ MORE )

RAHWAY, N.J. & CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE) August 19, 2026 -- Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, and Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRNA) today announced ( READ MORE )

NOVATO, Calif., August 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: RARE) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval for Genglycos™ (pariglasgene brecaparvovec-opnr) ( READ MORE )

PARSIPPANY, N.J. and TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teva Pharmaceuticals, a U.S. affiliate of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA), today announced that the ( READ MORE )

TARRYTOWN, N.Y., August 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for Pasatru™ (garetosmab-grts) to reduce ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- A multifaceted surgical safety intervention is effective and sustainable in reducing the incidence of postoperative endophthalmitis (POE) following ophthalmic surgery, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19, 2026 -- Higher concentrations of personal care products-associated chemicals may contribute to elevated blood pressure (BP) in pregnancy, according to a study published online July 13 in ( READ MORE )

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

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

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

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

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

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Statement: Update on Title 42 Order ( READ MORE )

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