Health
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HHS Secretary Kennedy Secures National Pledge to Overhaul Behavioral Health Standards
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. launched the ‘Great American Recovery’ initiative, uniting health leaders to standardize evidence-based addiction care.
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Rosie O’Donnell details weight loss journey and facelift decision
Comedian Rosie O’Donnell shares her gradual experience with Mounjaro for weight loss and explains her decision to undergo a facelift after losing 65 pounds.
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Time-Restricted Eating May Help Boost Brain Health in Older Women, Study Finds
A preliminary Rutgers University study suggests that limiting daily eating to an 8-to-9-hour window may help preserve cognitive function in older women.
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Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and Skin Cancer Treatment, Prepares New Album
Iconic singer-songwriter Carly Simon, 83, has disclosed a Parkinson’s diagnosis and recent skin cancer surgery, marking her return with a new album, ‘Comes in Waves.’
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Coroner Criticizes Seven-Year Inquest Delay in North East Ambulance Service Case
A coroner has criticized North East Ambulance Service for governance failures that delayed justice for the family of Andrew Watson by seven years.
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HigherDose Sauna Blanket Sees Major Price Drop in Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
The celebrity-endorsed HigherDose infrared sauna blanket is currently $140 off at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, offering a portable alternative to traditional saunas.
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New Cardiovascular Guidelines Shift Focus to 30-Year Risk and Early Intervention
New clinical guidelines from the ACC and AHA introduce a 30-year risk calculator and lower LDL targets to address heart disease before arterial damage occurs.
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U.S. Health Officials Scramble to Identify Source of Record-Breaking Cyclospora Outbreak
As U.S. cases of Cyclospora exceed 4,000, officials investigate contaminated produce, highlighting major gaps in federal food safety and water testing rules.
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Bedside Ultrasound Fails to Predict Outcomes in Sepsis-Associated Encephalopathy Patients
A study of 80 patients shows serial optic nerve ultrasound measurements do not reliably predict neurological status or outcomes in sepsis-associated encephalopathy.
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Swimming in the Wild: Navigating the Hidden Health Risks of Open-Water Trends
As open-water swimming surges in popularity, experts warn that sewage, bacteria, and toxic algae pose significant risks, especially after heavy rainfall.
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Medical Breakthroughs Offer New Hope for Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Recent clinical trials for a new vaccine and targeted delivery systems are showing promise in preventing and treating pancreatic cancer.
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New Study Links GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs to Increased Alopecia Risk
A study in The BMJ suggests GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic may increase non-scarring alopecia risk, likely due to rapid weight loss rather than the drugs themselves.
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Former Coronation Street Star Tracy Shaw Shares Emotional Cancer Treatment Update
Tracy Shaw revealed that her chemotherapy has not yet shrunk breast cancer lesions sufficiently for surgery, necessitating further treatment rounds.
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Medicare Name Character Limit Causes Claim Denials for Colorado Resident
A Colorado resident faces medical bill collections after Medicare character limits caused her insurance to reject claims due to name discrepancies.
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Federal Health Officials Investigate Concurrent Cyclospora Outbreaks
Federal agencies are investigating multiple concurrent Cyclospora outbreaks, including one linked to Taylor Farms lettuce and a new, unidentified source.