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Blind mother of 5 graduates from college with honors alongside her guide dog
When a Tennessee mother of five received her college degree on May 9, she couldn’t see her family cheering in the audience – because she is completely blind. Even so, as…
Measles exposure warning issued for Newark Airport as officials urge vaccination
Following last week’s air traffic control crisis, health officials are now reporting a potential measles outbreak at New Jersey’s Newark Airport. Travelers were warned of…
First blood test for Alzheimer’s diagnosis cleared by FDA
The first-ever blood test to detect Alzheimer’s disease has been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In a Friday press release, the agency announced its…
Weight loss, diabetes drugs can cause mood changes: What to know about behavioral side effects
GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), medications that help control type 2 diabetes and obesity, can have a profound impact on physical wellness – but what about mental health?…
Walking certain number of steps daily reduces cancer risk, Oxford study finds
Exercise is known to reduce cancer risk — but that doesn’t have to mean hard-core gym sessions or long runs. A new study led by Oxford researchers reveals that casual walking…
AI breakthrough allows doctors to ‘see’ dangerous blood clots forming
AI technology could be used to detect potentially deadly blood clots before they strike. That's according to scientists at the University of Tokyo, who say they have created a…
Mom credits TikTok video for cancer diagnosis after spotting strange nail marking
A TikTok played a key role in one mother’s cancer diagnosis after it prompted her to see a doctor regarding a strange marking on her fingernail, SWNS reported. Lauren Koltcz,…
Family kicked off flight over son’s insect bites despite doctor’s approval
A family was banned from boarding their flight after British Airways staff became suspicious of insect bites on their baby's leg, according to a report from SWNS. Expat…
Biden’s prostate cancer described as ‘aggressive’ — what to know about the disease’s prognosis
Prostate cancer cases have been on the rise in recent years, increasing 3% annually since 2014 – and now former President Joe Biden is one of the more than 300,000 men to be…
Biden battling ‘most aggressive type’ of prostate cancer with bone metastasis, medical expert says
Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has a five-year survival rate of between 30% and 40%. The former president's…
Weight-loss medications may also benefit common medical problem, study finds
Weight-loss medications known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists, which have gained popularity for treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, have been shown to have the…
Gleason score for prostate cancer: What to know about Biden’s diagnosis
Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer. Biden’s team shared a statement on Sunday that the former president was experiencing "increasing…
Mini-strokes may cause surprising long-term health issue, experts warn
Prolonged fatigue could indicate poor sleep habits — but it could also be a lingering effect of mini-strokes. That’s according to a new study from Aalborg University Hospital…
Woman faces risk of rare spinal condition after yoga pose led to slipped discs
Doctors told a U.K. woman she’s at risk of developing a rare spinal condition due to a yoga pose she did years ago, according to news agency SWNS. Terrilyn Griffiths, 44, from…
Biden’s prostate cancer is ‘hormone-sensitive’ — doctors break down what that means
Joe Biden’s recent diagnosis of "aggressive" prostate cancer has sparked concerns about how far the disease has advanced. The former president’s prostate cancer has been…
Most sleep-deprived cities in US revealed in report: Where does yours rank?
Where you live could affect how you sleep at night. New research from Innerbody revealed that some areas of the country are more sleep-deprived than others.The study used data…
Brain cancer patients who received this pain medication lived longer, study shows
Glioblastoma, the most aggressive and deadly type of brain cancer, is known to have a very poor prognosis — but a new study suggests that a pain-relieving drug could extend…
4 biggest handwashing mistakes that could increase germs and viruses
Proper handwashing could save a million lives a year, according to an expert — and yet many people are doing it improperly, often due to misconceptions surrounding the…
Cancer breakthrough and Biden’s diagnosis, plus weight-loss drug perks
Fox News' Health newsletter brings you stories on the latest developments in healthcare, wellness, diseases, mental health and more.TOP 3:- Brain cancer patients who received pain…
Most Americans hit the snooze button every morning — here’s why it could be bad for your health
More than half of sleep sessions end with the snooze button, with people sneaking in an extra 11 minutes on average, a new study reveals — but experts say it may not be a good…