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Texas officials announced they have detected the New World screwworm in livestock, the first evidence of the parasite in that state in decades.

A group of researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has recently developed a new stem cell therapy with a remarkable ability to reverse new-onset type 1 diabetes (T1D) in a mouse model of the...

The Indian government is spending $9 billion to create a megaport, airport and city on this remote island. Critics fear the impact on pristine forests and the lives of indigenous inhabitants.

The rods and cones in your eyes are responsible for helping you see, but what is responsible for helping them? Retinal pigment epithelium cells are their caretakers, but environmental, genetic and aging factors can...

A new noninvasive technology, called broadband optical spectroscopy (BOS), has promise for reliably detecting necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in premature infants at earlier stages, before this devastating intestinal...

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions are challenging the traditional understanding of how cancer drugs called histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors function. For decades, scientists...

In South Africa and Mozambique, health care providers say cancellation or redirection of U.S. PEPFAR funding under the Trump administration have already endangered vulnerable people and cost lives.

Retatrutide is designed to control appetite and blood sugar but also increase body’s energy expenditure, unlike other drugs A new triple-action weekly jab for type 2 diabetes could significantly reduce blood sugar and...

Psychological therapies may be evaluated using research methods designed for drugs rather than talking treatments—potentially limiting patient choice and shaping mental health services in the wrong way—according to a...

A looming public health crisis may be spreading from Britain's fields to its hospitals, experts—which include University of Manchester scientists—have warned—with common farm chemicals potentially fueling deadly...

A novel PET radiotracer can accurately detect deep vein thrombosis in the legs and reveal whether clots have migrated to the lungs. By enabling whole-body imaging of blood clots in a single scan, the approach may...

Fuelled by social media, the market for children's skincare is booming. Experts fear for the long-term impact on girls

Infections should be considered a "health hazard" in people living with diabetes, with experts warning that current clinical guidelines fail to reflect a substantial but underrecognized burden of illness,...

For a long time, the likelihood of surviving pancreatic cancer has been extremely low. For patients who were diagnosed with metastatic pancreatic cancer between 2015 and 2021, about 97% died within five years of their...

A research team has developed technology that uses artificial intelligence to analyze electroencephalogram signals triggered by thermal stimuli and objectively classify pain intensity. The study is published in IEEE...

Chromosomal instability is a common feature in many solid tumors and is associated with greater aggressiveness. For years, its main contribution to cancer was thought to be driving the evolution of tumor genomes,...

The history of gynaecology fuses innovation, authority and violation – and radical surgery is not the unavoidable answer to suffering Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Until just a few weeks...

A phase 1 clinical trial testing the safety of a leishmaniasis vaccine is set to begin in the coming months—the first vaccine created to protect against the disfiguring skin disease common in tropical regions of the...

University of Cincinnati and Ohio State University researchers have found that adults with developmental disabilities who have integrated care were less likely to go to the emergency room or be hospitalized than those...

A combination of two widely available anti-rheumatic drugs offers the first effective and affordable treatment for patients with Sjögren's disease with systemic disease activity, according to new results from a...

A new doctoral thesis from Karolinska Institutet shows that the balance system can be assessed during the first months of life. Using new, child-friendly methods, health care services can detect vestibular dysfunction...

For years, medicine has tried to eliminate stigma. Now, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is bringing back the language of personal responsibility.

A team of experimental oncology researchers at the University of Alberta is shedding light on how the deadly brain cancer glioblastoma spreads. In newly published research, they identify a potential treatment target...

Selenium (Se) is an essential trace mineral found in everyday dietary items, such as seafood, meat, and whole grains. Our bodies depend on it for many biological functions, from the synthesis of antioxidant enzymes to...

Among adults with both obesity and an autoimmune disease, those taking a glucagon-like peptide-receptor 1 agonist (GLP-1RA) medication had lower rates of emergency department visits and were less likely to experience...

The Biostatistics Unit at the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP), in collaboration with researchers from several Catalan health care and research institutions, has published the DIVINE study database in...

If you follow wellness channels on social media, you might've come across the claim that your grip strength—or how firmly you can squeeze something with your hands—can predict how long you will live.

She says slowing down, sleeping more and ditching perfectionism helped her make far better progress in the gym than chasing quick fixes ever did

The TORCH complex is a group of pathogens that can cause infections with mild or silent symptoms in an expecting mother, but in a developing fetus can lead to serious complications that include stillbirth, lifelong...

Studies in mice reveal a new target for potentially treating and preventing life-threatening cardiovascular complications in the millions of patients with sleep apnea worldwide. The study, presented at ASM Microbe...

Food insecurity may leave a measurable biological signature in the gut microbiome of children, according to new research presented at ASM Microbe 2026.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), commonly referred to as autism, is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by differences in social interactions, communication, behavior and the processing of sensory stimuli....

Researchers at Kanazawa University and the Japanese Stroke & Physical Activity Multiple Center Research Team have identified distinct sedentary behavior patterns among patients with stroke undergoing inpatient...

In 2025, the European Medicines Agency approved two antibodies for Alzheimer's disease: lecanemab (LeqembiTM, from Biogen) and donanemab (Kisunla, from Eli Lilly and Co.), both based on immunotherapy (the use of...

Argentina on Friday said it was expanding its investigation into the origins of the hantavirus outbreak that struck an Atlantic cruise ship last month, sending scientists to trap and test rats in the western province...

Diagnostic interviews seen as ‘gold standard’ vary in reliability from condition to condition, study says Diagnostic interviews – the most common way to diagnose substance use and mental disorders including...

A specific pattern of brain metabolism visualized with PET imaging can predict which patients are most likely to benefit from Alzheimer's disease therapy. In a retrospective study of patients who received Alzheimer's...

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The Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could grow to 20,000 cases or more, depending on how quickly infected people are isolated to slow the spread, according to a new analysis by U.S. health officials.

A vaccine targeting a broad range of viruses that was designed using artificial intelligence had a "modest" effect on immune systems in a small, early trial, according to a new study.

In Virunga National Park, rangers are on the front lines — playing a critical role to contain the surging virus while coping with an upsurge in conflict-related violence.

Experts praise the new research for lowering the barrier to entry.

KFF Health News' editor-at-large for public health discussed Ebola, GLP-1 drugs, ultraprocessed food, and more in TV appearances this week.

Drug that stops cancer cells hiding and a breakthrough for pancreatic cancer among highlights from Asco conference – but there were also notes of caution Doctors, scientists and researchers shared new research about...

Modelling from US CDC shows Ebola spread could be on ‘dangerous trajectory’, but experts warn outbreaks can be very hard to predict Central Africa’s Ebola outbreak could spread to be similar in scale to the worst...

U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pursuing federal government access to most Americans' medical records, in a quest to research a link between vaccines and autism—a connection the medical establishment...

A suburban Chicago woman who feared she might never have another child is now celebrating a growing family after brain surgery at Northwestern Medicine.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Hepcludex (bulevirtide‐gmod) injection to treat chronic hepatitis delta virus (HDV) infection in adults without cirrhosis or compensated cirrhosis. Approval of...

"Every time you drink heavily, even if you do so infrequently, it can affect your role as a parent," says doctoral research fellow Barbara Carvalho. She led a comprehensive systematic review conducted by researchers...

Non-invasive eye scans allow doctors a zoomed-in, three-dimensional look beneath the eye's surface without causing discomfort or pain to the patient. Used routinely in clinics worldwide, the scans produce detailed...

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A group of eating behavior and metabolism experts from across Europe have published a Perspective article in the journal Science examining the limitations of current evidence on ultraprocessed foods (UPFs).

New modeling from the CDC shows that if measures aren't taken immediately, this outbreak could sicken more than 20,000 just in the next 3 months.

New modeling from the CDC shows that if measures aren't taken immediately, this outbreak could sicken more than 20,000 people in the next three months.

Most folks know intermittent fasting helps with weight loss, usually by limiting your daily eating window or cutting calories a couple of times a week. But does your age change how well this works for you—and might...

Our best overall? The Fitbit Charge 6.

The bond-building formula has saved her hair from swimming damage.

This pro bodybuilder shares the rituals and go-to pre-workout supplement that help him stay focused through his hardest gym sessions.

Your pits will thank you.

How we sleep may have lasting impacts on our brain health as we age. A new University of Arizona study has found that several common sleep behaviors may be linked to signs of brain aging.

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Infections by hantaviruses are rare but dangerous, killing 30–40% of infected people. When cases occur, public health officials need rapid, detailed information about the virus to identify the strain and its origin,...

Researchers at Bradley Hospital found that a virtual reality (VR) training program can help therapists feel more confident using exposure therapy and reduce their negative beliefs about it—even more than traditional...

Creatine, the organic acid that is popularly taken as a supplement by athletes and bodybuilders, supercharges a critical class of immune cells that activate and prepare the body's key cancer-fighters, according to new...

Long-serving presenter talks about diagnosis in investigative documentary to be broadcast on 20 June The former Channel 4 News anchor Jon Snow has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of...

We've got murder mysteries, stories of love and lust, and lots and lots of Yellowstone. And that's just the beginning.

AI is already boosting positive outcomes in health care and holds promise for delivering many more. It is important, however, that deployment of AI tools—especially in a life-or-death health care setting—proceeds at a...

The universe continues to expand with Paramount+’s latest spinoff/sequel series. Here’s how you can catch every episode.

This time he has to contend with a very charming—and very suspicious—James Marsden.

Many repetitive regions of the genome have been considered "junk DNA" because the available technologies did not allow them to be studied at sufficient resolution. This is the case for the SST1/NBL2 macrosatellites,...

By the power of Grayskull! He-Man has the power, and you will too once you dive into these exciting, colorful stories.

The 43-year-old shares her Masters of the Universe training regimen in the latest episode of Strong Like.

With dementia cases expected to nearly triple worldwide by 2050, researchers are increasingly focused on identifying ways to prevent or delay the disease. While lifestyle and health-related factors, such as blood...

Inside the brain is a dense network of neurons that receive, process, and relay information. The synapse, where neurons meet, is the epicenter of this communication. Neurons that send information, called presynaptic...

A randomized clinical trial conducted across five countries in 47 pediatric emergency departments, including Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago, established that both commonly used IV fluids for...

These five rules get you strong for life.

Working with mouse models, research led by the University of Michigan has revealed previously hidden biology of how touch-sensitive hairs create itching sensations. This fundamental discovery opens new avenues to...

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What started as a dreaded challenge became a lesson in consistency and accountability.

It’s my go-to for the office and every wedding I’m attending this summer.

Mounting evidence links extreme heat to preterm (often called premature) birth, low birth weight, and stillbirth, indicating that rising temperatures are contributing to worse health outcomes for pregnant people and...

An irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia, leads to inefficient pumping of blood by the heart, which then prevents blood and oxygen from getting to the body's other organs. When blood and oxygen flow poorly to the brain,...

On April 26, the United States reclassified cannabis from a Schedule I controlled substance, which lacks any medical benefits, to a Schedule III controlled substance, which has accepted medical uses and lower...

Jules Robinson outlines the targeted support needed to prevent accidental deaths, and Sara Hazzard urges investment in rehabilitation and the physiotherapy workforce Denis Campbell’s article (GPs in England too...

Dark spots? Gone? Wrinkles? Smoothed. Dermatologists want this technology to be your mitts’ new best friend.

A new study led by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has shown that early administration of immunotherapy with standard antifungal treatment improved outcomes and largely alleviated...

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A study led by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC published in JAMA Network Open, found that vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) during pregnancy reduced the risk of hospitalization...

A new study presented at ASM Microbe 2026 demonstrates that a valuable indigenous mushroom, Lentinus squarrosulus, can be cultivated under controlled conditions using locally available agricultural waste.

A class of flu drugs may reduce cognitive decline and premature aging in people living with chronic viral infection, reports a new study led by Northwestern University that began with blood samples from people with...

A new twice-yearly HIV prevention injection could transform South Africa's fight against the epidemic — but U.S. aid cuts and limited doses threaten to slow its impact.

A critical problem in treating Clostridioides difficile infections is the possibility that the pathogen develops resistance to fidaxomicin, an antibiotic often prescribed as a first-line treatment. But current methods...

If you've had therapy, particularly if you got it through a public health care system like the NHS in the UK or Medicare in Australia, there's a good chance it was cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Even with private...

The decision not to test all men and only screen the most at risk, including black men, is fact-based. Yet it’s been called ‘two-tier’ – and labelled as misandry If the country seems to be slipping away from reason...

People who don't like to workout will sometimes joke that they're "allergic" to exercise. But what many don't realize is that an allergy to exercise is a real thing—and it can be dangerous if not caught in time.

A new study published in The Journal for Nurse Practitioners calls for a shift in how Valley fever is recognized and treated, warning that delayed diagnosis continues to prolong illness, drive unnecessary treatment...

A drug widely used to combat intestinal worms has shown promise in treating brain tumors, with scientists calling for more trials to confirm it works in humans. A systematic review published in the British Journal of...

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) today launched a joint continental preparedness and response plan on the ongoing Ebola outbreak caused by the...

An experimental drug combination may help overcome treatment resistance in advanced kidney cancer, according to early results from a first-in-human clinical trial led by Mayo Clinic researchers.

When it comes to Ebola outbreaks, it's not often we have two pieces of good news in one week. First, we heard there's new funding of up to US$62 million to fast-track the development of vaccine candidates against the...

There can be too much of a good thing, and that has been the case with Vitamin A in the U.S.. A recent study in JAMA Network Open has found that between January and March 2025, America's Poison Centers reported a...

As masculinity continues to evolve, the Masters of the Universe star knows there’s more to real heroics than just ripped, shredded abs: “The muscles don’t maketh the man, really.”

How the He-Man star built up his body and harnessed the power to play the iconic hero.

The Masters of the Universe star made major gains—and then had to maintain.

Did you know your body has an inbuilt sewerage system? It's called the lymphatic system, and is a crucial part of how your body fights infection and disease. Lately, the lymphatic system is causing a stir online, with...

Women make up half the world's population yet are the focus of relatively little research, leading to deficits in their mental health care. A Perspective shares key takeaways from the National Academies of Sciences,...

As obesity rates rise across the U.S., new research from Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health at the University of California, Irvine scientists draws attention to an often-overlooked factor in children's...

Experts break down the latest study.

Here’s how alcohol affects your body in the short and long term.

Despite a diminished federal presence, public health departments are preparing for common ailments that could afflict fans who gather for the event — and are keeping an eye on the Ebola outbreak, too.

A series of major studies has shown that finerenone preserves kidney function, reduces cardiovascular risk, and improves survival across a much broader range of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) than it is...

As demand for cobalt, gold and other minerals grows, mining is accelerating deforestation in the Congo basin – and increasing the risk of deadly Ebola outbreaks For decades after the discovery of Ebolavirus in 1976,...

Big cuts to healthcare programs in the 2025 GOP budget law are creating an affordability crunch for many Americans: Higher health insurance premiums. Confusion about who Medicaid will cover under the new rules. KFF...

Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one. Many obstetricians say this approach will better reflect the amount and type of care they provide. But it...

Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.

For a smooth, rewarding and drama-free couples trip, take as much stress out of the equation as you can — and get comfortable with the fact that a fight may arise (and that's OK).

After a period of burnout, I realised that nature knows what you need, and is always ready to offer it – you just have to be quiet enough to receive it In 2022 I moved to Clevedon, near Bristol. As soon as I saw the...