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Health news • May 26

CAR T moves beyond cancer, targeting autoimmune disease with immune system reset

At age 49, Jan Janisch-Hanzlik's multiple sclerosis was destroying her freedom to live the life she wanted. She gave up her active nursing job for a desk...

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Health news • May 26

Scientists create wearable ultrasound to continuously monitor babies in womb

Team hope the UPatch – at present a proof-of-concept device – will aid early detection of complications and prevent stillbirths.

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Health news • May 26

One type of sitting may pose greater dementia risk than another, study suggests

New research suggests the type of sitting matters for dementia risk, with mentally engaging activities linked to a significant reduction in risk.

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Health news • May 26

Spanish government confirms new case of hantavirus linked to cruise ship

The Spanish government said Monday that it has confirmed a new case of hantavirus connected to the MV Hondius cruise ship that made headlines when three...

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Health news • May 26

In a world first, Israeli scientists find ‘memory’ B cells can target ovarian tumors

Immune cells not only remember viruses, but can also secrete tumor-fighting antibodies, say Weizmann Institute researchers; study could further development...

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Health news • May 26

Take charge of your skin health: How TRICARE supports skin cancer screening and treatment

As summer approaches and outdoor activities increase, it's essential to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. TRICARE is committed to supporting...

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Health news • May 26

What 5 Dermatologists Actually Think of Collagen Supplements

Collagen supplements are everywhere, but do they actually work? Here, five dermatologists give their honest opinions on how—and if—we should be taking these...

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Health news • May 26

Scientists Discover Once-Weekly Workout That Melts Belly Fat Surprisingly Effectively

Once-weekly interval walking may be as effective as exercising three times weekly for reducing body fat and improving fitness in adults with central...

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Health news • May 26

Journal Retracts Controversial Study Claiming Keto Diets Don’t Clog Arteries

A peer-reviewed medical journal has pulled its 2025 paper touting ketogenic diets over selective reporting and misapplied control groups.

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Health news • May 26

Vitamin D Protects Immune System During Winter, But Won’t Boost Running Speed

New research finds vitamin D supplements may help keep immune markers stable through winter, but offer no performance edge for runners.

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Health news • May 26

New Fathers Show Rapid Brain Changes in the First Six Weeks After Birth

Motherhood profoundly rewires the brain, causing structural and functional changes that enhance empathy, social cognition, and multitasking abilities.

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Health news • May 26

Exercising Beyond Current Guidelines Could Unlock Incredible Heart Benefits

Protecting the health of your heart to the greatest extent possible may require far more exercise than current guidelines recommend.

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Health news • May 26

Scientists say they’ve reversed brain aging with a simple nasal spray

Researchers at Texas A&M have developed a nasal spray that appears to reverse brain aging by calming inflammation and restoring the brain's energy systems.

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Health news • May 26

Ebola outbreak continues to worsen, with new collateral risks for girls and women

Today's health news includes the worsening Ebola outbreak, the new acting FDA head Kyle Diamantas, and global mental health rates.

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Health news • May 26

New Ebola Vaccine Could Help With Rapidly Spreading Outbreak (Live Updates)

Researchers in England have said they're months away from clinical trials for a new experimental Ebola vaccine that could help tackle the ongoing emergency...

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Health news • May 26

Scientists found a dead whale 1,288m deep in the Pacific. They filmed it for 20 years – and discovered this

Researchers studied a whale decomposing at the bottom of the ocean and found that its body sustains deep-sea creatures for decades.

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Health news • May 26

The Best Time of Day to Eat Fiber, According to Experts

Most of us could use more fiber. But is there a best time of day to eat it? Find out what experts say.

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Health news • May 26

6 Brain-Boosting Foods That Improve Productivity and Focus

Discover the top foods to boost concentration and productivity, improve focus, and support better mental performance throughout the day.

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Health news • May 26

Ebola in DR Congo: Fast response needed to stop 'catastrophe', DR Congo governor sayss

The governor of Ituri said the more time they lose, the closer the province is to disaster.

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Health news • May 26

In April 2016, a mother who had lost two children to the same disease flew to Mexico to try something no one had ever done — and came home with a baby boy carrying DNA from three people, the first child ever born from a science built to spare him his siblin

In April 2016, a Jordanian mother who had lost two daughters to the same neurological disease flew to Mexico with her husband to attempt something that had...

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