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3 things to avoid in middle age could mean 13 more years without dementia, study finds

NYU Langone Health research reveals how avoiding high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking in midlife could add nearly 13 dementia-free years. ( READ MORE )

Can a £30 shampoo really beat hair loss? Top scientist reveals the £8 product that really CAN give locks a boost...and the ones that are useless

They promise to bring back your crowning glory, banish thinning locks and keep grey hairs at bay - and all for less than a tenner. Shampoo and conditioner have gone ( READ MORE )

Another weight loss tablet approved for use in UK - patients on new pill shed 11% of their body weight

Orforglipron, a once-daily tablet produced by the same manufacturers as Mounjaro, has been given the green light by British health officials. ( READ MORE )

Expert warns men of intimate problem caused by exercising - it can alter the appearance of genitals

An expert has warned that intense exercise - such as running and heavy weightlifting - may trigger a little-known genital problem. ( READ MORE )

The awkward, silent medical conditions that trigger foul body odour and bad breath... without you ever knowing: Here's how to check if YOU'RE one of millions of oblivious sufferers

It's an experience familiar to all of us - that awkward moment you find yourself stood next to someone with strong body odour (BO) or a friend with bad breath ( READ MORE )

Trouble sleeping? Your neighborhood could be partly to blame, experts say

A study of 200,000 Google Street View images reveals how neighborhood greenery, safety and enclosure levels may influence sleep duration and insomnia. ( READ MORE )

The landmark UK drug trial that could revolutionise cancer treatment

EXCLUSIVE: A new UK-led drug trial is pushing at the scariest part of immunotherapy. ( READ MORE )

No ICMR study to assess addiction-like traits of ultra-processed foods: Govt

In a written response to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Health Prataprao Jadhav said that based on available global scientific evidence, ICMR has indicated that ( READ MORE )

Dad’s 'ear infection' turned out to be 'rare' skull tumour

Jake Watts thought his hearing was a little bit off. He never suspected that the cause would be so serious and take over months of his life ( READ MORE )

I Have Chronically Dry Eyes And This Is The $29 Product That My Doctor Recommended

Just 10 minutes a day with this electric heated eye mask can help your eyes produce more tears naturally. ( READ MORE )

National pediatrics group says all kids 6 months and older should receive flu shot

The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging children ages 6 months and older receive this year's flu shot. The Illinois-based organization is making the recommendation before any federal agencies release ( READ MORE )

Your guide to the California governor's race: Xavier Becerra vs. Steve Hilton

Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton are competing in the race for California governor. Here's what you need to know about the candidates. ( READ MORE )

Chickenpox warning after common virus triggers stroke in girl, 4

When four-year-old Olivia Elliot woke up vomiting and complaining of a headache, her mother assumed she had caught a sickness bug. ( READ MORE )

The hidden dangers of Hokas: They're the must-have comfy shoes for runners, nurses and busy moms - but experts are now issuing an urgent warning over the silent damage they could be causing

They're the must-have 'it' shoe beloved by everyone from runners to busy moms to Harry Styles and Joe Biden. But experts warn massively popular Hokas may raise the risk of ( READ MORE )

As regulators crack the whip, firms return to drawing board

Over the past few years, public health experts, parliamentary committees and the Economic Survey have all argued for stronger front-of-pack information to help consumers make informed food choices. In Feb ( READ MORE )

Safety alert over supermarket salads - they may contain deadly listeria that can cause meningitis

Food producer Greencore said it is recalling packs of its products sold in ASDA and Morrisons because of 'possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes'. ( READ MORE )

'Licence revoked' with mandatory eye tests for over-70s under new Andy Burnham plan

A new survey has found that millions of UK drivers are overdue an eye test, or have never had one, and could face up to a £1,000 fine ( READ MORE )

Delhi HC set to rule on Daiichi Sankyo arbitration case

The Delhi High Court is expected to rule this week on Daiichi Sankyo’s long-running arbitration dispute with former Fortis promoters Malvinder and Shivinder Singh. The Singapore arbitration award, linked to ( READ MORE )

Sharing a kidney as father and son has brought us closer together than ever

EXCLUSIVE: Aged 49 pro-golfer turned club manager Mark Bond began suffering kidney failure... now a living organ donation from his son has changed his life ( READ MORE )

Taylor Farms Voluntarily Recalls Fresh Jalapeños Over Salmonella Concerns

The company said it was unaware of any reported illnesses linked to its products containing jalapeños, which were distributed to major retailers across 26 states. ( READ MORE )

17.4 lakh blood components discarded in 2025 despite record collection

Available official data indicate that China and India are among the world's largest blood collection programmes. In 2025, India collected 15.71 million units of blood, while China collected 25.5 million ( READ MORE )

Molbio Diagnostics collects ₹281 cr from anchor investors ahead of IPO

Molbio Diagnostics raises ₹281.5 crore from anchor investors ahead of its IPO, with proceeds to fund infrastructure upgrades and new equipment for manufacturing facilities. ( READ MORE )

FSSAI won't ease 'energy drink' label deadline for PepsiCo, Red Bull, Monster & others

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in July privately gave the companies 90 days ‌to drop "energy drink", ⁠or any ⁠similar description, from high-caffeine beverages, saying there ( READ MORE )

IIT Guwahati develops 'E-Eye' for rapid detection of Cancer-causing heavy metals and other toxicants

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati researchers have developed an optical sensing device that can instantly detect a variety of toxicants in water and other biological samples. ( READ MORE )

Reducing exercise by as little as a few minutes a day as you age raises risk of cancer, study suggests

Reducing vigorous exercise by a few minutes a day raises the risk of cancer by 15 per cent, a study suggests. ( READ MORE )

Taylor Farms Recalls Salsa, Guacamole Over Salmonella Risk

Salmonella infections can cause diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps and can be particularly severe in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. ( READ MORE )

She challenged the conventional view that a majority of head and neck cancers resulted from cigarette smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. ( READ MORE )

‘I’m a doctor – older men need to drink juice daily or risk worrying health scare’

A new study found older men need to drink more of one thing. ( READ MORE )

Are you really suffering from burnout — or do you need to see a doctor?

The term burnout is so broad and can mean so many different things that it raises the question of whether or not someone should see a doctor for a diagnosis. ( READ MORE )

No Ebola cases found on quarantined river boat, Congo authorities say

All passengers on a quarantined river boat near Kinshasa have tested negative for Ebola, authorities say ( READ MORE )

Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections

Health officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacteria ( READ MORE )

NIH head quarrels with CBS host over loss in public trust on health issues

Jay Bhattacharya's interview ended up similar in tone to the one with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. last week on CNN. ( READ MORE )

French ‘smart bra’ could help detect early signs of breast cancer

A French-Swiss research team is seeing promising results from a "smart bra" equipped with thermal sensors and artificial intelligence to screen for early signs of cancer. ( READ MORE )

Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections

Health officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters. ( READ MORE )

I was in the best shape of my life. But then a 'bad cold' left me fighting to stay alive. Now, at 34, I'm legally blind

Jared Maynard used to be one of the fittest men alive. But when a 'bad cold' turned into a deadly illness, he went into organ failure. He survived, but now ( READ MORE )

Residents urged to keep pets out of Stoughton pond after dog’s death

Though there are no conclusive results yet, town officials suspect an algae bloom may be to blame for the water issues. The post Residents urged to keep pets out of ( READ MORE )

Bride cautions others before wedding day about risky beauty treatments: 'Pain wasn't worth it'

A young bride's eyes swelled shut with yellow discharge hours after getting eyelash extensions for her wedding — landing her in a hospital emergency room. ( READ MORE )

Fibromyalgia triggered by a random accident at a party destroyed my life, took my career and left me on a pension at 29. Now, a little-known clinic in Thailand is my only hope

Seven years of agony. Dozens of specialists. No cure and little support. When Victoria finally discovered what was wrong, the diagnosis brought answers but not a solution. ( READ MORE )

Poop pills may be the future of treating peanut allergies: study

While peanut allergy treatments are constantly being developed, an unusual approach of fecal transplants may offer a first-of-its-kind solution. ( READ MORE )

The Trump admin offered sick Medicaid patients a 1-year lifeline. These red states are rejecting it.

Several conservative states will require proof from people who say they're too sick to work. ( READ MORE )

Dr. Stephen Patrick on drug testing new mothers

In this web exclusive, Dr. Stephen Patrick, a newborn ICU doctor and researcher on how the opioid crisis affects pregnant women and infants, talks with CBS News' Erin Moriarty about ( READ MORE )

How THC tests have landed new mothers onto child abuse registries

In more than 40 states, marijuana is now a legal method of relieving pain. But in Idaho, more than a thousand new mothers have ended up on a child abuse ( READ MORE )

Top expert reveals how to tell if your 'brain farts' are early signs of dementia - or just exhaustion

Forgetting things can be a frustrating part of daily life. But it's usually caused by a range of factors that affect millions of Britons every day. In some cases, however, ( READ MORE )

Fitness expert reveals one simple exercise for a stronger core — and it’s not a situp

A certified yoga instructor explains how boat pose challenges the entire core as an integrated system, offering more stability benefits than a situp. ( READ MORE )

8/9: Sunday Morning

Hosted by Seth Doane. Featured: Saving a candlepin bowling alley; THC tests jeopardize young mothers; writer Gay Talese; actor Tim Curry; protecting the habitat of Venus fly traps; and the ( READ MORE )

No Ebola cases found on quarantined river boat, Congo authorities say

No cases of Ebola have been detected among passengers on a river boat that was placed in quarantine near Kinshasa, health authorities have said. ( READ MORE )

DR ELLIE: There's a reason so many Britons are now developing UTIs since Covid. And the Government knows why, too...

Bladder infections are simultaneously one of the most common and excruciating issues I see in my clinic. Also known as UTIs, these bugs primarily affect women and often trigger an ( READ MORE )

7 Things You Should ALWAYS Do After Having Sex

Your body and mind will thank you for it. ( READ MORE )

A Study Revealed Doing This Highly Enjoyable Activity Every Day Could Lower Your Dementia Risk

“It engages multiple brain areas at once, acting like a full-brain workout,” experts say. ( READ MORE )

If You Sleep In This 1 Position, Doctors Say You Need To Stop Immediately

It may feel safe and comfy, but experts warn it could lead to lasting nerve damage. ( READ MORE )

Appetite-suppressing hormone may protect liver from inflammation through newly discovered signaling pathway

Researchers at McMaster University have discovered that a naturally occurring hormone best known for suppressing appetite and promoting weight loss also helps protect the liver from inflammation through a previously ( READ MORE )

Women with endometriosis face 46% higher risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds

Women with endometriosis have a 46% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes than women without the condition, according to a new study led by researchers at the George Mason ( READ MORE )

New analysis explains why bone marrow cancer T cells may need therapeutic activation

A team led by researchers from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), the HI-STEM Stem Cell Institute, and Medical Clinic V at Heidelberg University Hospital (UKHD) has characterized T cells ( READ MORE )

People carrying a rare gene variant have naturally low body fat, healthier livers and better blood sugar levels

There are people around us who can maintain their weight despite what they eat. This has led scientists to believe that a person's metabolism and tendency toward obesity may have ( READ MORE )

Fifteen minutes more movement linked to 2% lower cancer risk

Replacing 15 minutes of sleep or sedentary behavior with 15 minutes of movement was each linked to a 2% reduced risk of cancer, new UCL research has found. ( READ MORE )

MBNL1 identified as a potential cancer drug target for a type of childhood leukemia

Scientists from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and collaborators have discovered that the RNA-binding protein MBNL1 promotes the growth of a form of childhood leukemia characterized by KMT2A gene rearrangements. ( READ MORE )

Why a doctor saying 'it's normal' can backfire

A new study from the University of California San Diego Rady School of Management suggests that when physicians try to reassure patients by saying their symptoms are "normal," patients may ( READ MORE )

Noninvasive brain stimulation may improve Parkinson's nonmotor symptoms and daily activity

A research team led by Professor Ho Kyung Yoon of the Department of Psychiatry and Professor Do Young Kwon of the Department of Neurology at Korea University Ansan Hospital demonstrated ( READ MORE )

The way we talk about physical activity matters in chronic illness

Many people living with chronic illness say advice about physical activity can feel overwhelming or create feelings of guilt. According to the researchers, the way health care professionals communicate about ( READ MORE )

Simple blood test on a chip could help diagnose lung cancer

Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a new method for diagnosing lung cancer: a simple, fast, low-cost blood test that does not require DNA sequencing. The method identifies a ( READ MORE )

Three in four IVF babies in Australia now born from frozen embryos

Australians undergoing IVF now have a better chance of taking home a baby than they did just five years ago, as new data from Australia and New Zealand show treatment ( READ MORE )

Unexpected brain mechanism challenges assumptions about GLP-1s

For decades, obesity medications produced only modest weight loss. But in recent years, Ozempic and related GLP-1 therapies have transformed the field, enabling sustained weight loss of 10% to 15% ( READ MORE )

Liver cancer experts co-author new treatment framework for hepatocellular carcinoma

Liver cancer experts at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and 16 other cancer centers have compiled new guidance on the best treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in North America. ( READ MORE )

Patient-derived organoids reveal which breast tumors may resist standard therapies

Researchers at UC San Francisco have developed a new method to predict how different types of breast cancer will respond to treatment, using patient data from the I-SPY2 breast cancer ( READ MORE )

Study links student gambling problems to mental health

As gambling becomes more accessible to college students, a statewide study of Mississippi's public universities found gambling problems frequently occur alongside depression, anxiety and substance use. ( READ MORE )

Study reveals growing signs of malaria drug resistance in Ethiopia

Researchers have identified genetic changes in malaria parasites that may reduce the effectiveness of key antimalarial medicines, highlighting the need for continued surveillance. ( READ MORE )

Lonely people can feel their heartbeat clearly like everyone else, but their brains respond differently

For a long time, psychologists have described loneliness as the discomfort that comes from wanting more social connection than we feel we have, but there is more nuance to loneliness. ( READ MORE )

Biomarkers aid cost-benefit analysis of head and neck cancer immunotherapy

The cost-effectiveness of the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab for patients with locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma may depend on biomarker results, according to a new study. ( READ MORE )

Prediabetes remission could become a central goal of diabetes prevention

Type 2 diabetes usually develops over many years, yet preventive measures often begin only once blood glucose levels are already elevated. An international panel of experts led by University Hospital ( READ MORE )

Molecular structures provide roadmap for targeted Parkinson's disease therapeutics

Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have uncovered how a key Parkinson's protein called LRRK2 shifts between inactive and active forms, revealing the structural changes that enable certain mutations to push ( READ MORE )

Largest real-world study finds early flu antiviral treatment reduces ICU admissions in hospitalized children

A new nationwide study finds antiviral treatment is linked to fewer intensive care unit (ICU) admissions and shorter hospital stays for children hospitalized with influenza. ( READ MORE )

Cyclospora spreads through human waste, so how did it get on food?

The nationwide cyclospora outbreak is very likely a result of sewage contamination in the food supply, according to scientific researchers and public health officials. ( READ MORE )

Melanoma treatment mystery gets new answers from mathematical model

New research from the University of Texas at Arlington helps explain a longstanding puzzle in melanoma treatment: why continuous targeted therapy performed better than planned on-and-off treatment schedules in clinical ( READ MORE )

AI framework decodes how brain regions talk to one another

For decades, neuroscientists have been able to record which parts of the brain show increased electrical activity during a behavior, such as when we form a memory or make a ( READ MORE )

How a Veterans Affairs study can help guide prostate cancer treatment

A nationwide Veterans Affairs (VA) study comparing two leading treatments for metastatic prostate cancer may help doctors choose the right drug for each patient, said a Rutgers Cancer Institute physician-scientist ( READ MORE )

Kidney dialysis: Here's what you need to know

Dialysis is a lifesaving medical treatment for people whose kidneys can no longer efficiently filter waste, toxins and excess fluids from the blood. ( READ MORE )

Where women live may influence ovarian cancer survival, especially among Black women

A new study led by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh found that women living in socially vulnerable communities face a 20% higher risk of death after an ovarian cancer ( READ MORE )

How heatstroke kills—it can still be deadly after your body cools down

Europe is in the grip of yet another deadly heat wave. Over 10,000 excess deaths were recorded during late June 2026 alone—and the toll keeps climbing. ( READ MORE )

DIY peptide injections are risky

DIY peptide injections, which promise to boost everything from weight loss and muscle-building to longevity and sexual health, are a high-risk wellness fad that keeps growing. ( READ MORE )

Solving a mysterious inflammatory fever opens the book on a much bigger story

Three research teams working independently around the world have landed on the same discovery: A single molecular "handshake" inside our cells controls a family of inflammatory diseases, including one of ( READ MORE )

The 108-Degree Eviction

Living outside is a more dreadful prospect during a heat wave. ( READ MORE )

'Do You Believe That Jimmy Hoffa Died of Natural Causes?': What We Heard This Week

(MedPage Today) -- "Do you believe in the tooth fairy, sir? Do you believe in the Easter Bunny? Do you believe that Jimmy Hoffa died of natural causes?" -- Sen. ( READ MORE )

A Precarious Moment for 'Pimping' in Medicine

(MedPage Today) -- "How would you determine if this patient has a pure or mixed high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)?" This was the question posed to me and my ( READ MORE )

Fauci Contempt Vote Reflects the Enduring Politics of COVID

(MedPage Today) -- Anthony Fauci, MD, is sitting before Congress, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is on TV debating COVID lockdowns, and Americans can't agree on what science to trust. You ( READ MORE )

Frequent cannabis users wake up with their “stress hormone” already elevated

Frequent cannabis users may wake up with unusually high levels of the stress hormone cortisol, suggesting their daily stress rhythms could be disrupted. Researchers say the finding raises questions about ( READ MORE )

For decades, we were told to choose low-fat dairy. New research says otherwise

Full-fat dairy may be healthier than conventional advice has suggested. In a 12-week study, adults who ate three servings a day showed no meaningful increases in weight, body fat, cholesterol, ( READ MORE )

Wine, beer, or spirits? Massive study finds a surprising health divide

A study tracking more than 340,000 adults for over a decade found that heavy drinking increased the risk of death regardless of beverage type. At lower levels, however, the picture ( READ MORE )

Scientists say just 7 days of meditation can rewire your brain

An intensive seven-day meditation retreat triggered striking changes across the brain and body, including shifts tied to neuroplasticity, immunity, metabolism, and natural pain relief. Participants also showed brain connectivity patterns ( READ MORE )

Stress can scramble your brain’s internal GPS, MRI study finds

Stress may literally scramble the brain’s internal GPS. Researchers found that cortisol, a hormone released during stress, made people significantly worse at navigating a virtual environment and disrupted the precise ( READ MORE )

A Community-Designed Diet for Heart Failure; E-Cigarettes After Smoking Cessation

(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 )

RFK Jr. Has a Point About Psychiatry. It's Not the One He's Making.

(MedPage Today) -- If you'd asked my grandmother about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), she would have replied, "That's a white people thing." What Western medicine pathologizes, my Asian family would've just ( READ MORE )

Woman Says She Was Wrongly Diagnosed With Cancer, Had Surgery Due to Labeling Error

(MedPage Today) -- An Atlanta-area woman alleges that she was wrongly diagnosed with cancer and underwent an unneeded hysterectomy because of a labeling error. Cassandra Barksdale and her attorneys filed ( READ MORE )

Scientists reveal how much exercise you really need to protect your heart

Getting the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise each week may offer only modest protection against heart attacks and strokes. A large study suggests that substantially greater benefits may require ( READ MORE )

A protein older than blood circulation could transform cancer immunotherapy

A protein that evolved long before the human circulatory system may help unlock stronger cancer treatments. When C3 is produced inside tumors, it blocks immune-suppressing cells and gives immunotherapy a ( READ MORE )

Cutting sweet foods doesn’t curb cravings or improve health

Changing how much sweet-tasting food people eat may not change how much they crave or enjoy sweetness after all. In a six-month trial, researchers found that people assigned to high-, ( READ MORE )

Teen cannabis use linked to slower memory and thinking growth

Teens who start using cannabis may experience slower growth in memory, attention, language, and processing speed. Their abilities often developed normally at first, then began leveling off while nonusers continued ( READ MORE )

Type 1 Diabetes Cases and Care Vary Widely Across States

(MedPage Today) -- Wide variations in the numbers of type 1 diabetes patients and specialists throughout the U.S. may affect care availability as diagnostic and treatment modalities continue to advance, ( READ MORE )

Child at Center of Texas Brain-Death Dispute Is Taken Off Life Support and Dies

(MedPage Today) -- A 2-year-old girl whose parents sued a Texas hospital to prevent it from testing if she was brain-dead after she drowned in a hotel pool on Memorial ( READ MORE )

What Did New Research About Circumcision Show?

(MedPage Today) -- You passed medical training, now see if you can pass our weekly quiz ( READ MORE )

Liposomal Chemo Combination No Better Than Standard Induction in Pediatric AML

(MedPage Today) -- Liposomal daunorubicin and cytarabine (Vyxeos) didn't hold up to standard daunorubicin/cytarabine induction therapy in children and young adults with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a phase ( READ MORE )

CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 7, 2026-- Scholar Rock (NASDAQ: SRRK), a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients with rare, severe, and debilitating neuromuscular diseases by applying its ( READ MORE )

Lund, Sweden – August 7, 2026 – BioInvent International AB (“BioInvent”) (Nasdaq Stockholm: BINV), a leader in the discovery of novel immune-modulatory antibodies, today announces that the U.S. Food and ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 -- The association between parental divorce and later mental health in adult offspring may be explained less by marital status and more by parental mental illness ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 -- Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is significantly associated with the number and severity of menopausal symptoms among midlife women, according to a study published online ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first flu vaccine built on messenger RNA (mRNA) technology, months after the agency refused to ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 -- Controlled breathing interventions can lessen cravings in people who use substances, according to a study published online July 29 in Addiction. Ariel Dart Roxburgh, Ph.D., ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 -- For individuals with type 2 diabetes and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, adding tirzepatide to standard-of-care treatment is associated with a reduction in the risk for major ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 -- Structural and systemic gaps exist that hinder effective integration of hereditary breast cancer risk assessment in transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals undergoing gender-affirming mastectomy (GAM), ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 – Early respiratory infection burden is associated with atopic dermatitis (AD) diagnosis in childhood, according to a study published online July 29 in JAMA Dermatology. Nicklas ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 -- Prenatal exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) decreased between 2003 and 2019 in the United States, but the contribution of wildfire smoke to prenatal PM2.5 ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 — Pets make everything better — including stroke rehabilitation, a new study says. Patients recovering from a recent stroke became more engaged in rehab sessions when ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 — For millions of people living with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, relief may come from an unexpected place — the yoga mat. IBS causes abdominal ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 — Techniques meant to improve the odds that in vitro fertilization (IVF) will result in pregnancy have little to no medical evidence behind them, a new ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 — Switching to a vegan diet for even a short time can reduce inflammation and slow aging on a cellular level, a new study says. People ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 — Tywon Pugh has seizures that make it hard to find and keep a job. “They called me a ‘liability to the job site,’ ” Pugh ( READ MORE )

FRIDAY, Aug. 7, 2026 — Wildfire smoke has become a major factor in the way air pollution affects pregnancies in the U.S., a new study says. Prenatal exposure to air ( READ MORE )

WAYNE, Pa., Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACRS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel product candidates for immuno-inflammatory diseases, today announced that the ( READ MORE )

WOBURN, Mass., Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Replimune Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: REPL), a commercial stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oncolytic immunotherapies, today announced that the U.S. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Orzeyful (oveporexton) tablets for the treatment of narcolepsy type 1 in adults. Orzeyful marks the first medicine ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- Higher body mass index (BMI) in childhood is associated with lower odds of childbirth as women age, according to a study published online Aug. 4 ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — A multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been linked to fresh jalapeño peppers imported from Sinaloa, Mexico, according to federal health officials. The U.S. Food ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- For adults hospitalized with an acute illness or injury and receiving supplemental oxygen, autonomous oxygen titration substantially increases the proportion of time spent in normoxemia ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- Maintaining optimal midlife vascular health is associated with more dementia-free survival years, according to a study published online Aug. 5 in Neurology Open Access. Jiaqi ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- For men, body fat percentage may be a better indicator of reproductive health than body mass index (BMI), according to a study published online July ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- For patients with high-risk, non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, the oncolytic immunotherapy cretostimogene grenadenorepvec shows a clinically meaningful antitumor response, according to a study published in the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- Exposure to air pollution, especially fine particulate matter (PM2.5), is associated with an increased risk for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) disease activity and flare risk, according ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- Onabotulinumtoxin A (Botox) is effective in decreasing headache frequency and disability of chronic migraine in pediatric patients, according to a study published online July 8 ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- Exposure to glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, during the middle months of pregnancy may increase the chance of preterm birth, according to a study published ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — Days of poor air quality from thick wildfire smoke are pushing more Oregonians into emergency rooms and urgent care clinics, state health officials say. Respiratory ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 -- For older adults, cancer-attributable costs vary with cancer phase, type, and race, according to a study published online July 28 in the Journal of the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — Peanut allergies might be treatable by using a fecal transplant to introduce “good” bacteria into a person’s digestive tract, a new study says. Some young ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed Wednesday as new head of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The U.S. Senate voted 51-44 to ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — Your brain's future may hinge on three key health factors in middle age. A study published Aug. 5 in the journal Neurology Open Access found ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — Kids with pet dogs get fewer respiratory tract infections and require fewer rounds of antibiotics than children not exposed to canines, a new study says. ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — Light exercise might not be enough to ensure strong bones, a new evidence review says. People who engage in high-intensity sports appear to promote the ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — Kind and patient parenting can offset an increased risk of ADHD that children might have developed in the womb, a new study says. Children can ( READ MORE )

THURSDAY, Aug. 6, 2026 — More than 900 people in Washtenaw County, Michigan, have been sickened with cyclosporiasis since mid-June. Linda Kim, a public health nurse, has called more than ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 -- Black and Hispanic children with cancer often do not participate in clinical trials due to various reasons, including the informed consent discussion, non-English language preference, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 -- Occupational exposure to pesticides is associated with an increased risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), according to a review published online Aug. 4 in Occupational ( READ MORE )

NEW YORK, Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lexeo Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: LXEO), a clinical stage genetic medicine company dedicated to pioneering novel treatments for cardiovascular diseases, today announced that ( READ MORE )

Audience: Health Care Professional, Consumer August 4, 2026 LAKE ZURICH, Ill.— Fresenius Kabi, an operating company of the Fresenius Group, is voluntarily recalling one lot of Morphine Sulfate Injection USP, ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 -- Lifetime cancer risk is modified by family history in women who undergo BRCA1 or BRCA2 testing, and those who test negative may still face a ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 — Medicaid spending on autism therapy quintupled in four years, climbing to $10 billion in 2025 from about $2 billion in 2021, reports The New York ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 -- A data-driven design can optimize a vertical processing pathway (VPP), identifying patients who can be served safely while seated in the emergency department (ED), according ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 -- For adults with virologically suppressed HIV-1, once-weekly oral islatravir-lenacapavir (ISL/LEN) is noninferior to once-daily oral bictegravir-emtricitabine-tenofovir alafenamide (B/F/TAF) for maintaining HIV viral load ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 -- Premature menopause is associated with a higher risk for developing hypertension, according to a study published online July 29 in Menopause. Vicente Arrarte, M.D., Ph.D., ( READ MORE )

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WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 — Girls with childhood obesity could struggle with fertility later in life, a new study says. Women who were obese as children were less likely to ( READ MORE )

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5, 2026 — AI-driven oxygen delivery can help hospitalized patients maintain better blood oxygen levels, potentially speeding their recovery, a new study says. Patients treated with AI-automated oxygen ( 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 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 )

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 )

Nicaragua is reporting increased cases of chikungunya. Most cases have been reported in Managua. 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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

Transcript - Updates on CDC's Response to Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda and Hantavirus Linked to M/V Hondius, 5/19/2026 ( READ MORE )

CDC Provides Update on Hantavirus Outbreak Linked to M/V Hondius Cruise Ship ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 5/18/2026 ( READ MORE )

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has mobilized Ebola response. ( READ MORE )

Transcript - Update on CDC's Hantavirus Response 5/15/2026 ( READ MORE )

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

Transcript - Update on CDC's Hantavirus Response 5/14/2026 ( READ MORE )

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The U.S. government is actively monitoring and responding to a hantavirus outbreak linked to the M/V Hondius cruise ship. At this time, the risk to the American public remains extremely ( READ MORE )

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