Officials in West Coast state sound alarm after traveler diagnosed with highly contagious viral disease
Public health officials in Washington state are warning residents that a Canadian traveler who was contagious with measles visited several public locations, including the…
Alzheimer’s disease could be prevented by antiviral drug already on market
An existing drug for HIV could double as a preventative therapy for Alzheimer’s disease, according to researchers. NRTIs (nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors) are…
Invasive insect poses health threat in 19 states, expert warns
An invasive species spreading across America has created a "medically important" and "life-threatening" threat, according to experts. Originally found in places like China and…
RFK Jr’s HHS to end routine COVID vaccine guidance for children, pregnant women: report
The Trump administration is backing away from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations to vaccinate children and pregnant women against COVID-19,…
Common ingredient in energy drinks linked to blood cancer growth, study finds
A common ingredient in some foods and drinks has been linked to an increased risk of blood cancers. Taurine — a non-essential amino acid that also occurs naturally in the bone…
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…