Health Editor
Dr. Jonathan Miller covers public health, medical breakthroughs, and healthcare policy. A former practicing physician with an M.D. from Johns Hopkins, he brings clinical expertise to his reporting on everything from pandemic preparedness to pharmaceutical regulation. His health policy analysis is cited by policymakers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scientists have identified a novel μ-opioid receptor superagonist, N-desethyl-fluornitrazene (DFNZ), that delivers potent pain relief in rodent models with markedly reduced adverse effects compared to traditional opioids like fentanyl. The compound, derived from nitazene opioids, demonstrates high p
A large Japanese study of nearly 11,000 adults over 65 finds that cooking at home just once a week may slash dementia risk by up to 70%. The protective effect is strongest among those with minimal prior cooking experience.
After decades reporting on fitness trends, a veteran health editor with perimenopausal metabolism tracked her creatine experiment for 12 months. She gained 7 pounds of lean muscle, lifted heavier, and felt stronger—without drastic lifestyle changes.
A new genomic analysis reveals Alzheimer’s disease may originate decades earlier in body tissues like skin, lungs, and gut—not the brain. Researchers found Alzheimer’s risk genes are most active in immune and barrier tissues, challenging decades of brain-first disease models.
Nose hairs defend against infections and allergens, but overgrowth can be unsightly and uncomfortable. Dermatologists agree: trimming is safer than plucking or waxing—but only if done correctly.
A new meta-analysis in JAMA Pediatrics reveals that drinking 100% fruit juice daily is associated with weight gain in both children and adults. Registered dietitians explain why fiber loss and excess sugar drive the risk, offering expert-backed tips to enjoy juice responsibly.
Two people have died and 27 confirmed or suspected cases reported in an unprecedented meningitis B outbreak in Kent. Health officials are offering antibiotics and vaccines to exposed groups, while raising questions about vaccine access for adolescents.
A groundbreaking meta-analysis reveals isometric exercises like wall squats and handgrips can slash blood pressure more effectively than cardio or weight training. Just 14 minutes, three times a week, may offer life-saving cardiovascular benefits.
The UK is investigating a rapidly growing meningitis outbreak linked to a Canterbury nightclub, now involving 27 cases with 15 confirmed, including two deaths. Health officials warn of potential superspreading after cases surged in universities and schools.
Dermatologists and trichologists say pumpkin seed oil may reduce hair loss and support growth by blocking DHT, thanks to its omega-3s and phytosterols. A 2021 study showed it rivaled minoxidil, while a 2014 trial found a 40% hair-count increase in men using supplements.
Steve Brown, a Stanford-trained physicist and cancer survivor, built an AI tool after doctors dismissed his symptoms as stress and gas. When fed his medical records, the AI detected aggressive blood cancer weeks before his diagnosis.
A groundbreaking 2025 study reveals that human aging undergoes a sharp acceleration beginning around age 50. Researchers found this inflection point using protein analysis across 13 tissues from 76 donors, identifying blood vessels as among the fastest-aging organs.
A Swiss research team created a graphene-based coating that kills antibiotic-resistant bacteria when activated by infrared light. Early tests show nearly 100% elimination of one superbug strain and over 90% of another, offering a potential breakthrough against hospital infections.
Jordan Autry, a 4-year-old with congenital heart disease, died just 11 weeks after a successful open heart surgery. His mother, Lindsay Wessinger, hopes his story urges other parents to advocate for their children’s healthcare.
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals known as obesogens are silently sabotaging weight loss efforts by altering fat cell development and metabolism. Found in plastics, food packaging, cosmetics, and everyday household items, these compounds are linked to rising obesity rates and metabolic disorders.
Researchers at Hebrew University of Jerusalem found that CBD and CBG reversed fatty liver disease in obese mice by enhancing liver energy production without intoxication. The compounds reduced liver fat, improved insulin sensitivity, and lowered 'bad' cholesterol, presenting a potential breakthrough