Health news

Health news • Mar 26

Start cholesterol tests in childhood, new guidelines say

The idea is to control bad cholesterol early in life. Additional tests are also recommended to provide a clearer picture of risk.

31 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

‘Treatable, but not curable’: Mother warns others after stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis at 33

While rates for colorectal cancer are on the decline for older generations, they've spiked among people under the age of 50. Brooke Pangrazio, a mother of...

34 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Vagus nerve stimulation shows promise as a way to counter Alzheimer’s disease- and age-related memory loss

Keeping a tiny brain area called locus coeruleus functioning properly may stave off symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and keep the aging brain healthy.

39 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Scientists Say Half the World Could Be Nearsighted by 2050, and It’s Not Just Screens. This Indoor Habit May Be Why

Your screen time isn't the only thing wrecking your eyesight, scientists say it shares the blame with something far more mundane. Half the world could be...

62 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Stanford Scientists Just Discovered a Remote Control for the Brain That Could Reverse Memory Loss

The human body is a deeply complex, interconnected system, and researchers continue to uncover the extent to which its functions depend on those connections...

43 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

A Flesh-Eating Fungus Spreading from Cats to Humans Has Been Detected, and It's Expanding Fast

A stubborn fungal infection once linked to a very different kind of exposure is now appearing in cats and humans, with signs of a larger regional spread.

39 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Depression is linked to a genuine pessimistic bias rather than a realistic view of the world

Challenging the idea of depressive realism, new research shows that depression causes an active pessimistic bias. People with high depressive symptoms...

32 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Medieval DNA reveals trans-Saharan connections, rapid genetic mixing and leprosy in Islamic Ibiza

Medieval Ibiza was far from a quiet Mediterranean backwater. New DNA evidence shows that the island was part of a dynamic world linking Europe, North Africa...

33 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Measles spike in federal detention facility reaches the Texas public, records show

Most of the state's measles cases reported so far this year are inside the West Texas Detention Facility in Hudspeth County, where four infected El Paso...

34 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Endometriosis is not just a gynecological disease

ACOG's updated recommendations reflect a growing understanding of endometriosis diagnosis and treatment.

33 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Meningitis Outbreak Highlights Vaccination Importance

A deadly meningitis outbreak in the U.K. highlights the urgent role of meningitis vaccination. Read more.

38 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

County Durham mum describes 'crippling' endometriosis pain as she calls for change

A County Durham mum has said endometriosis has "destroyed her from the inside out" as she calls on women's health conditions not to be treated as a "fad".

26 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Fungus that spreads from cats to humans has been detected, raising concerns among scientists

A fungus called Sporothrix brasiliensis spreads from cats to humans, and concerns are growing over its rapid dispersal.

28 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

People with Alzheimer's gene may lower their risk by eating more meat: Why?

Carriers of the gene variant associated with a heightened risk of Alzheimer's have a lower risk of cognitive decline if they consume relatively high amounts...

34 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

5 early signs of lung cancer you should not ignore

Health News: With higher AQI, and dry winters, a lingering cough or mild chest pain can be easy to ignore. Adding to this unwelcome weather,...

29 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Scientists Uncover New Alzheimer’s Drug Target That Slashes Brain Plaques

A newly identified enzyme target may open an alternative path for treating Alzheimer's disease.

39 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

The Truth About Collagen Supplements: Scientists Reveal What Actually Works

New research indicates collagen may support certain aspects of healthy aging, but its broader health and fitness claims remain uncertain.

31 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Dementia: Keeping your brain active while sitting may help reduce risk

Previous research has shown that making certain unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as living a sedentary lifestyle, may increase a person's risk for dementia...

29 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Barriers, Diagnosis, and Management of Endometriosis: Expert Considerations

Endometriosis is an inflammatory disease driven by estrogen; delayed diagnosis is common & treatment includes hormonal & nonhormonal options.

28 0 0

Health news • Mar 26

Scientists Say This Nut Boasts Major Anti-Aging Benefits

Walnuts are packed with nutrients and promise anti-aging health benefits. Here, dietitians explain the pros of the nut and the many ways it helps boost...

30 0 0