Health

Respiratory syncytial virus is spreading later than usual this season, prompting 48 states to extend RSV immunization deadlines through April. Federal data shows test positivity at 7.5%, the highest in years, as health officials scramble to protect vulnerable infants.

A German study of 198 adults found that individuals with higher IQ scores, strong emotion perception, and greater life satisfaction were significantly better at accurately assessing strangers' intelligence from short video clips. The research highlights how cognitive and emotional traits shape socia

Women in perimenopause and menopause face a flood of marketed products—from serums to supplements—promising symptom relief amid rising social media attention. But physicians emphasize evidence-based care over unproven remedies.

A groundbreaking 2024 Stanford study tracking 135,000 molecules in 108 adults found aging doesn’t progress steadily but in dramatic, predictable bursts at mid-40s and early 60s, challenging long-held assumptions about the aging process.

Spring cleaning your body doesn’t require expensive teas or juice cleanses—your liver, kidneys, and other organs already do the job. Experts warn against marketed detox products, which lack evidence and can harm health. Here’s how to boost your body’s natural detox for free.

MIT researchers have uncovered how the gut protein intelectin-2 strengthens the mucus barrier and directly neutralizes dangerous bacteria, including antibiotic-resistant strains like Staphylococcus aureus. This dual mechanism could lead to new treatments for inflammatory bowel disease and combat ant

A USC study reveals that even one monthly binge-drinking episode triples the risk of advanced liver fibrosis in people with fatty liver disease. Researchers warn that drinking patterns, not just total intake, are critical to liver health.

Nearly half of U.S. adults don’t get enough magnesium, a critical mineral that regulates mood, sleep, and stress. Dietitians reveal the top magnesium-rich foods to help you meet daily needs naturally.

Young adults aged 15-39 face rising cancer rates and stark survival disparities tied to insurance status. Those with private coverage live significantly longer than Medicaid or uninsured patients, research finds.

A comprehensive review of 40 studies identifies five evidence-based strategies—including hydration and prescription drugs—to prevent painful kidney stones, which affect 1 in 10 Americans and are rising. Experts emphasize dietary changes as the first line of defense.

Over-the-counter biological age tests promise to reveal how fast your body is aging compared to your calendar years, but experts warn these at-home kits offer limited, uncertain health insights worth understanding before purchase.

A recent mouse study suggests nose picking may increase Alzheimer’s risk by allowing harmful bacteria to travel from the nasal cavity to the brain via damaged tissue. While the research is preliminary, it highlights a plausible biological pathway for dementia development.

Zoo penguins with unlimited food and minimal activity age faster biologically than wild counterparts, a new study reveals. Researchers warn this mirrors modern Western lifestyle risks like sedentary habits and overeating, accelerating aging at the cellular level.

At 41, scientist Jeff Vierstra has spent three years receiving spinal infusions to disable a mutated gene linked to ALS, the same fatal neurodegenerative disease that killed his mother and two sisters. His groundbreaking trial at Columbia University represents a first-of-its-kind attempt to prevent

A new study reveals that adults with high blood pressure from ages 30 to 40 have a 27% higher risk of heart disease and 22% higher risk of kidney disease later in life. Experts emphasize the critical need for early detection and intervention.

Neuroscientists mapped the brain of a 37-year-old woman who can self-induce a transcendental visionary state without drugs. fMRI scans uncovered dramatic neural shifts—disconnecting sensory networks while amplifying cognitive control.

A decades-old, inexpensive immune-suppressing drug called ATG can delay type 1 diabetes progression in newly diagnosed children as young as 5, reducing long-term complications. New research finds a low dose is nearly as effective as higher doses with fewer side effects.

Tuberculosis cases in the U.S. have risen for three straight years, hitting 10,600 in 2024—the highest since 2013—with experts citing pandemic disruptions, travel resurgence, and undiagnosed latent infections. Global strains like drug-resistant TB complicate efforts.

A groundbreaking study suggests Alzheimer’s may originate from a toxic competition between two key proteins—amyloid-beta and tau—inside brain cells, potentially resolving decades of conflicting theories about the disease’s origins.

A groundbreaking psilocybin trial found a single dose significantly boosted self-acceptance and life appreciation in healthy volunteers for up to 12 weeks. The changes correlated with acute feelings of spiritual euphoria and profound unity, published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology.

John Cantrell, 66, enjoyed retirement biking and playing pickleball until a fainting spell revealed severe aortic stenosis. The retired grandfather chose a minimally invasive TAVR procedure and made a full recovery, highlighting the dangers of untreated heart valve disease in older adults.

Colorectal cancer rates are surging among people under 50. A top oncologist reveals five critical mistakes to avoid if you want to protect your gut health.

Noxious odors can trigger nausea, headaches, and even social isolation. New research reveals how foul smells affect both body and mind, from the gut-brain connection to long-term psychological stress.

The parents of 18-year-old Meg Draper, who died from Meningitis B in 2025, urge wider NHS vaccine rollout for teenagers after her case highlighted gaps in protection. Their story reignites scrutiny of the JCVI’s 2014 cost-effectiveness ruling and the UK’s fragmented meningitis vaccination strategy.