Health

New guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology push early cholesterol screening, personalized risk assessments, and lifestyle interventions to reduce heart disease. Experts say this shift could transform prevention for millions.

A comprehensive meta-analysis finds no link between artificial sweeteners and major cancers, but warns of inconsistent data and calls for higher-quality studies. The findings reshape decades of public health debate over sugar substitutes.

Researchers at the University of Illinois have pioneered a microwave-frying hybrid method to reduce oil absorption in french fries by up to 90% without sacrificing crispiness. The breakthrough, detailed in two peer-reviewed studies, could transform fast food and frozen potato industries.

New research in JACC: Advances reveals that adults consuming nine daily servings of ultra-processed foods face a 67% higher risk of cardiovascular events like heart attacks or strokes. The study tracked 6,814 U.S. adults over 12 years, highlighting how industrialized diets undermine heart health.

A 20-year marriage is tested when a husband’s private complaints to a close friend resurface, forcing his wife to demand the friendship end. How can trust, loyalty, and communication repair this rift without permanent damage to either relationship?

A Mayo Clinic-led study reveals that individuals diagnosed with adolescent mononucleosis face triple the risk of developing multiple sclerosis. Researchers analyzed 4,721 EBV-linked mono cases compared to 14,163 controls over six to eight years.

New research-backed standing exercises can reduce belly pooch faster than traditional weight training for adults over 60, according to a certified coach and nutritionist. These moves target deep core muscles without equipment and pair with protein-rich diets for best results.

A decade-long battle with weight gain ended when one man discovered MacroFactor, an AI-powered app that simplifies calorie tracking. Over 50 pounds lost in a year—without extreme diets or guesswork.

Johns Hopkins researchers used AI-powered digital heart replicas to guide treatment for ventricular tachycardia, achieving an 80% arrhythmia-free rate in a 10-patient trial. The breakthrough, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, could revolutionize how physicians combat sudden cardiac a

One in four women with a UTI will relapse within six months, often due to anatomy, genetics, or incomplete treatment. Doctors reveal proven prevention strategies—from hydration to low-dose antibiotics—that can end the cycle for good.

University of Barcelona researchers developed FLAV-27, an epigenetic Alzheimer's drug targeting gene regulation. In animal models, it reversed cognitive decline, reduced amyloid plaques, and restored synaptic function.

Scientists have found that artificial light from cities delays the end of pollen season by disrupting plants' natural light-dark cycles, worsening allergy symptoms for millions. A Vanderbilt University study linked nighttime lighting to longer exposure to high-pollen days in Northeastern cities.

A groundbreaking study shows HEPA air purifiers can modestly lower systolic blood pressure in adults regularly exposed to air pollution, offering a simple at-home solution for cardiovascular health. Experts weigh in on the findings and share additional natural ways to manage hypertension.

Los Angeles County reported a record 220 flea-borne typhus cases in 2025, a 17% surge from 2024, with 90% of patients requiring hospitalization. Health officials warn of outbreaks linked to wildlife and pets, urging preventive measures.

Alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-borne allergy to red meat, is spreading beyond its Southern strongholds into the Northeast, with Massachusetts now requiring case reporting. Up to 450,000 Americans may unknowingly carry the condition, which can trigger life-threatening anaphylaxis.

New research shows popular 'brain training' apps and games offer little long-term cognitive benefit. Instead, science-backed strategies like regular exercise, social connection, and cultivating purpose may do more to preserve memory and reduce dementia risk as we age.

Researchers are investigating whether stimulating the vagus nerve can slow tau protein buildup in the locus coeruleus—a critical brain region linked to memory and aging. Early trials show promise in improving cognition for people with mild cognitive impairment.

A persistent dry cough or unexplained shortness of breath could be early signs of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung disease that affects up to 50,000 Americans annually. Pulmonologist Dr. Nicole Ng of Mount Sinai explains why these symptoms often go overlooked.

A heavily mutated Omicron subvariant, BA.3.2, nicknamed 'Cicada,' is circulating in 25 U.S. states and 23 countries, with scientists noting it primarily infects children aged 3-15. Despite 53 spike protein mutations, it has not caused severe disease or driven large outbreaks since emerging in Novemb

Healthy adults aged 18–40 can earn €400 plus free lodging and meals for a month-long altitude study in Italy’s Stelvio National Park. The Mahe research project examines how moderate elevation (2,300m) affects physiology, addressing a critical gap in climate and health science.

Hib, a once-declining bacterial infection causing meningitis, is resurging as U.S. childhood vaccination rates dip. Doctors report severe cases and warn of potential outbreaks in unvaccinated children.

Research from the UK and Australia shows that poor vision performance predicts dementia risk over a decade before diagnosis. Experts now call vision loss a new risk factor in dementia prevention strategies.

Researchers have uncovered why upper-layer neurons are particularly vulnerable in multiple sclerosis. DNA damage accumulates in CUX2 neurons, leading to their selective loss during neuroinflammation.

The CDC has paused more than two dozen diagnostic tests—including for rabies, monkeypox, and Epstein-Barr virus—citing a routine quality review amid severe staffing shortages. The move follows a 20% to 25% reduction in CDC workforce since 2023.