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Measles case confirmed in person who traveled through Hollywood Burbank Airport
Health officials confirmed a measles case involving a traveler who passed through Hollywood Burbank Airport and a rental car count
topicNature retracts provocative PD-1 study that tied lung cancer survival to treatment timing
Nature Medicine retracted the Phase III LungTIME-C01 trial on June 24. The study previously claimed that administering anti-PD-1 a
topicTrial Drug Could Clear Toxic Alzheimer’s Proteins and Restore Memory
Tau protein buildup kills neurons and worsens symptoms as it spreads through the brain. Research indicates a messenger protein cal
topicConfirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000. More than a quarter have died, officials say.
A Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is a Public Health Emergency of International Conce
topicAlzheimer’s disease: Omega-3 DHA supplements may not reduce risk
New research indicates that high-dose omega-3 supplements do not improve memory, cognition, or brain structure in older adults. Wh
topicFlu outbreak among Air Force recruits at Joint Base San Antonio after Hegseth ends mandatory flu vaccine
An influenza outbreak at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has sickened at least 222 trainees and resulted in one death. The surge f
topicStudents, staff notified about tuberculosis exposure at Johns Creek High School
The Fulton County Board of Health notified Johns Creek High School families that students and staff may have been exposed to an in
topicDrug overdose deaths are down in L.A. County in 2025. Here’s why
Accidental drug overdose and poisoning deaths in Los Angeles County fell by 6% from 2024 to 2025. This marks the third straight ye
How many minutes of exercise do you need per week? Study reveals surprising answer
Recent research indicates that combining cardio, strength training, and stretching for three hours weekly may slow aging. A Harvar
topicObesity cases rising fastest in young adults
New obesity diagnoses are increasing most rapidly among young adults in England. A study published in The Lancet indicates signifi
topicAmino acid-supplemented ‘longevity diet’ linked to longer healthy lifespan
Research indicates a low-protein, plant- and fish-based diet supplemented with the amino acid methionine can extend healthy lifesp
topicNew measles case reported in York County as outbreak grows in south central Pa.
Pennsylvania has reported 73 measles cases in 2026. The outbreak has spread to York and Northumberland counties, with Lancaster Co
topicCan wiggling your pinky really stop cognitive decline?
A viral trend called "pinky time" promotes a finger exercise to maintain brain health. Users on TikTok claim the activity can lowe
topicWilliamson County mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus as health officials urge precautions
Health officials in Williamson County report that the first mosquitoes of the season have tested positive for West Nile virus. Res
topicDevelopmental issues in kids spike 62% when mom has key health issue
A study in the Journal of the American Heart Association connects poor maternal cardiovascular health during pregnancy to developm
topicWhat was in the COVID-19 vaccine study CDC withheld?
A study on COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness was published in an outside journal after the acting CDC director blocked it from a gove
topicA clearer picture of drinking and disease
A new review based on World Health Organization data examines the health risks of alcohol consumption. The research aims to resolv
topicJoint-Pain Supplement Tied to Faster Alzheimer's Progression
Research indicates the joint supplement glucosamine may accelerate the shift from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer's disease
topicOne Brain Chemical May Be Key to Breaking a Habit, Study Finds
Research indicates acetylcholine aids the brain in breaking habits and adapting behaviors. Other findings suggest habits are not d
topicSeveral men diagnosed with rare infection after frequenting the same gay bathhouse
Health officials are monitoring cases of dermatophilosis, or mud fever, among gay and bisexual men in Europe. The animal-borne inf
topicDementia risk linked to eating 1 type of food, research shows
Recent research associates the consumption of ultra-processed foods with a higher risk of dementia and cognitive decline. These fo
topicServices Sold to Boost I.V.F. Odds Backed by Little Evidence, Study Finds
A comprehensive review published in The Lancet indicates that most optional IVF add-on treatments do not improve pregnancy chances
topic7 Expert Habits for a Better Night’s Sleep From Neuroscientist Dr. Matthew Walker
Neuroscientist Dr. Matthew Walker provides expert habits to improve sleep quality. His guidance emphasizes the role of sleep regul
topicYour Taste For Onions May Reveal Something About Your Future Health
Researchers at The University of Queensland found that genetic variations influencing the taste and smell of onions correlate with