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Researchers found 8 common food additives linked to high blood pressure and heart disease
Research published in the European Heart Journal connects eight common food additives to increased cardiovascular risks. The study
topicWhich GLP-1 works best? New meta-study puts them head-to-head
A new meta-analysis from the University of Georgia compared the effectiveness of tirzepatide, semaglutide, and liraglutide for wei
topicUnder-50s age ‘faster than previous generations’ amid cancer surge
New analysis indicates younger generations are aging biologically faster than previous ones. This acceleration is linked to a surg
topicGiven Just 8 Months to Live, Teen Graduates Cancer-Free 4 Years Later Thanks to Doctor’s Promise (Watch)
Dylan Mwaniki was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer at age 14 in 2022. Despite a prognosis of eight months to live, he is now c
topicWhy Older Adults Need To Pay Closer Attention to Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve function, energy, and healthy aging. Many older adults face deficiency risks that can impact me
topicScientists Link 8 Common Food Additives to Heart Disease Risk
A large study of over 112,000 adults in France found that eight common food preservatives are associated with cardiovascular risks
topicHPV Vaccine Yields 'Incredible' Results in UK
A June 2026 Lancet study confirms cervical cancer deaths have fallen to zero among women under 25 in England. The vaccination prog
topicOzempic and Wegovy linked to drop in violent behavior, study finds
Rutgers University researchers found that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy correlate with a lower risk of violent behavior. The
Health Ministry monitors suspected Ebola case under isolation protocol
Health officials have cleared two patients previously suspected of contracting Ebola. The individuals were treated at Rambam Medic
topicThis Copper Drug Clears Alzheimer’s Brain Toxins and Boosts Memory
Researchers are testing a copper-based drug to help the brain remove proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease. The treatment targets
topic1940s Drug Unlocks New Kidney Pathway for Disease Aid
UCLA scientists found a molecular pathway that prevents kidneys from regenerating after injury. This discovery follows previous Ma
topicOn TikTok, sunscreen misinformation goes viral
A University of Alberta study found that while most sunscreen TikToks are positive, critical videos attract more interaction. Heal
topicGLP-1 users may be making a major weight-loss mistake, new study suggests
Research presented at ENDO 2026 indicates that individuals using GLP-1 medications for weight loss often become less active. Exper
topicAI helped diagnose 18 children whose rare diseases had stumped doctors
Researchers used OpenAI's o3 Deep Research model to diagnose 18 children with rare diseases. The AI analyzed 376 unsolved pediatri
topicFort Bend County declares public health emergency over mosquito surge
Interim Judge Daniel Wong declared a local public health emergency on Tuesday, June 19, 2026. The move follows weeks of rain and s
topicLocal man critically ill after rare tick bite
John Reagan, 66, is hospitalized in Boston after contracting the Powassan virus from a tick bite. The virus targets the central ne
topicOzempic and Wegovy may strengthen bones in Type 2 diabetes patients, study finds
Recent research indicates that Ozempic and Wegovy may strengthen bones and lower the risk of fractures for patients with Type 2 di
topicKidney healing improves after protein blockade, with less scarring and faster recovery
A drug created at UCLA to treat heart damage after heart attacks may also repair injured kidneys. Lab research indicates the drug
topic"This 25-minute routine will build your confidence and independence"—a trainer who specializes in working with seniors shares her signature balance workout
Certified personal trainer Karen Nelson has developed a 25-minute balance workout for seniors. The routine aims to restore balance
topicBinge-eating mystery affecting millions of women may finally be solved: study
Research from Michigan State University suggests combined oral contraceptives may increase binge eating symptoms in some women. Th
topicA Countertop Material Found in Countless Kitchens Is at the Center of a Public Health Debate
Fabrication workers are developing an incurable lung disease from cutting and polishing engineered stone. In California, over 550
topicHealth officials warn of possible measles exposure at SFO, San Jose locations
Health officials have linked a measles case to San Francisco International Airport and a San Jose location, warning visitors from
topicTeen fights flesh-eating bacteria he got while swimming at park with siblings
Joziah Thompson, 17, was hospitalized after a minor scratch from swimming turned into a *Vibrio vulnificus* infection requiring mu
topicThe Best Breakfast to Eat If You're Trying to Lower Your LDL Cholesterol
Research-backed breakfasts to lower LDL cholesterol include high-fiber, low-cost meals requiring no cooking. Queen Camilla’s daily