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Ozempic-style drugs could slash complication risks after heart attacks, research suggests
Weight-loss drugs may prevent deadly heart complications by opening blocked blood vessels after heart attacks, groundbreaking new research reveals.
Do collagen supplements really improve skin? Major review reveals the truth
Comprehensive U.K. study of 8,000 participants finds collagen supplements improve skin elasticity and ease arthritis pain, but don't boost athletic performance.
Origin of deadly cancer affecting young adults revealed in alarming report
Colorectal cancer rates are surging among younger adults, with those 65 and under now comprising 45% of new diagnoses compared to 27% in 1995.
Aging process could accelerate due to 'forever chemicals' exposure, study finds
Study finds middle-aged men are more vulnerable to faster biological aging from PFAS exposure. Research shows "forever chemicals" may accelerate aging.
Alzheimer’s prevention breakthrough found in decades-old seizure drug
Hope for Alzheimer's prevention emerges as scientists find existing seizure drug may stop disease progression if taken decades before symptoms appear.
Seniors over 80 who eat specific diet may be less likely to reach 100 years old
New research reveals vegetarian seniors may be less likely than meat-eaters to reach 100 years old, challenging previous findings about plant-based diets.
Punch the monkey, viral star, experiences dramatic breakthrough among zoo mates
Young Japanese monkey named Punch reaches major milestone, cuddling with a fellow macaque after being hand-reared with a stuffed orangutan toy at the Ichikawa Zoo.
Diabetes breakthrough approach could protect cells and prevent disease
University of Chicago researchers developed an mRNA nanoparticle system that triggers cells to produce PD-L1 protein, potentially delaying type 1 diabetes progression in animal models.
Missiles above, newborns below: Israeli hospitals shift critical care underground
Israeli medical centers move patients underground during Iran conflict, with Schneider Children's Medical Center relocating 119 children to fortified areas.
ChatGPT could miss your serious medical emergency, new study suggests
ChatGPT Health study exposes dangerous gaps in AI medical advice, with experts calling for stronger oversight of healthcare chatbots used by millions of people.
Diabetes surge among Americans could be driven by 'healthy' breakfasts, doctor warns
Hidden sugars lurk in breakfast foods Americans think are healthy, warns Dr. Mark Hyman. From muffins to protein cereals, he shares what's harmful and what to choose instead.
Scientists make startling discovery when examining prostate cancer tissue
New study finds microplastics in 90% of prostate cancer tumors, with double the concentration in cancerous tissue compared to healthy tissue from patient samples.
Common nighttime noise exposure may trigger heart problems, study suggests
European study of 272,000 adults finds nighttime traffic noise above 50 dB linked to higher cholesterol and increased heart disease risk. Researcher Yiyan He discusses.
Cancer-linked herbicide in the spotlight after controversial order: 'Toxic by design'
HHS Secretary Kennedy supports Trump's glyphosate order while acknowledging pesticides "are toxic by design" and pose risks to Americans' health. The White House shared comment.
'SuperAgers' stay mentally sharp well past 80, as scientists reveal the reason
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Heart disease threat projected to climb sharply for key demographic
New American Heart Association report predicts 59% of women will have high blood pressure by 2050, up from 49% today, in addition to higher diabetes and obesity rates.
Weight-loss medications could impact sexual health in unexpected ways
New research reveals GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may boost or decrease sexual function, with 52% of users reporting changes in their sex lives, according to recent studies.
Common vision issue linked to type of lighting used in Americans' homes
New research suggests that dim indoor lighting, not screens, may trigger the global myopia epidemic that's expected to affect nearly half of the world's population by 2050.
Some 80-year-olds still have razor-sharp brains — and now scientists know why
SuperAgers over 80 generate twice as many new brain cells as typical older adults, explaining their exceptional memory that rivals people decades younger.
One type of olive oil has a surprising effect on brainpower during aging
A new study reveals extra virgin olive oil may protect brain health by improving gut bacteria and cognitive function in older adults.
Flu season could linger into spring as doctors warn of second wave on the way
The 2025-26 flu season could continue into spring with unusual persistence and high severity. A new H3N2 variant is causing serious illness in children, a doctor says.
Combination nasal spray vaccine could protect against COVID, flu and pneumonia at once
Stanford researchers develop breakthrough nasal spray vaccine that could potentially protect against a variety of infections, like COVID-19 and pneumonia, for several months.
Diabetes risk could be lower for people who live in certain US regions, study finds
High-altitude living may reduce diabetes risk as red blood cells act like glucose "sponges," absorbing sugar from bloodstream in low-oxygen environments, research suggests.
5 ways to preserve your vision as you age, according to an ophthalmologist
Discover five key lifestyle changes that can help reduce your risk of age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in adults over 60.
Heavy snow is recipe for serious heart attack risk, experts say: What to know
Doctors caution that shoveling heavy, wet snow and exposure to frigid winds can strain the heart and raise injury risk, especially for inactive adults.
