Grieving mom hospitalized with rare ‘broken heart syndrome’ after veteran son’s suicide
Devoted mother Dawn Turner says grief over her soldier son's suicide left her hospitalized with broken heart syndrome that mimicked a heart attack. She shared her story and symptoms.
Common eating habit may trigger premature immune system aging, study finds
New research suggests a high-salt diet may trick the immune system into prematurely aging the blood vessels, leading to cardiovascular decay.
More naps, higher risk? Research links daytime sleep to health warnings in aging adults
Excessive daytime napping may signal health decline in older adults and is linked to higher mortality risk, a Mass General Brigham study suggests.
Healthy diets spark lung cancer risk in non-smokers as pesticides loom
Younger non-smokers who ate diets rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains showed a surprising link to lung cancer, early research suggests.
Deaths from one type of cancer are surging among younger adults without college degrees
A new study reveals colorectal cancer deaths are climbing for younger adults without college degrees, driven by differences in key risk factors.
Common ear conditions tied to rising dementia risk in new study: 'Strong association'
New research suggests common and treatable ear conditions, including eardrum perforation and cholesteatoma, may be linked to a higher risk of dementia.
Cancer tied to woman's vaping habit since age 15 as she's now given just months to live
A young woman in the U.K. says she began vaping at age 15 and now has terminal lung cancer at age 22, doctors say. She urges others to quit the vaping habit now.
High salt intake linked to faster memory decline in one group, study finds
New research links high salt intake to faster cognitive decline in older men, suggesting sodium may affect brain health beyond blood pressure concerns.
Experts reveal why 'nonnamaxxing' trend may improve mental, physical health
"Nonnamaxxing" encourages a slower, more intentional lifestyle inspired by Italian grandmothers, from home cooking to gardening and mindful walks.
Woman’s cancer battle takes unbelievable turn when her dog gets same diagnosis
Vickie Doogan got her dog Dolly during breast cancer recovery. Years later, Dolly was diagnosed with the same disease and also had a mastectomy.
Psychedelic therapy may be coming to your doctor's office as questions swirl
President Trump has signed an executive order to fast-track psychedelic research and FDA approval, sparking debate among doctors over safety and mental health benefits.
Loneliness may be silently eroding your memory, new research reveals
New research suggests loneliness affects older adults' baseline memory performance but may not directly accelerate cognitive decline over time.
Intermittent fasting’s real benefit may come after you start eating again
A new study from Texas researchers suggests intermittent fasting's longevity benefits depend not on the fast itself, but on how the body recalibrates during refeeding.
RFK Jr. backs easier peptide access for wellness as doctors raise red flags
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Cheap surgery overseas may come with devastating complications, doctors warn
Over three million people travel for cosmetic surgery yearly, but doctors warn the budget-friendly prices often come with extreme risks and complications.
Your favorite snacks could be quietly wrecking your knees, new research suggests
New research suggests ultraprocessed foods may increase fat in thigh muscles, potentially raising the risk of knee osteoarthritis regardless of weight.
Doctors warn of ‘looksmaxxing’ dangers after influencer’s livestream emergency
Doctors caution about "looksmaxxing" risks, from "softmaxxing" self-care to dangerous "hardmaxxing," after a content creator's reported livestream emergency.
Peptides may soon be easier to get amid RFK Jr.'s push, but experts warn of risks
The FDA is reportedly set to discuss easing peptide restrictions at an anticipated July meeting, as RFK Jr. advocates for making the treatments more accessible.
'Office air' trend has people convinced the workplace is aging them: 'Less fresh'
"Office air" is a viral TikTok trend suggesting that dry air and fluorescent lighting in offices can dull your skin, hair and overall appearance, supported by science.
Lead contamination crisis exposed in public parks across major southern city
An investigation found lead contamination at 50% of New Orleans playgrounds tested, sparking outrage and a push for $5 million in federal cleanup funds.
This could be why your weight-loss medication isn’t delivering results
A study in Nature found a specific genetic variant that may boost the effectiveness of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide.
Sleeping without a pillow could have surprising health benefit, study suggests
New research suggests sleeping with stacked pillows may raise eye pressure in glaucoma patients. Sleep experts discuss the benefits and risks of sleeping without a pillow.
Doctor warns wearable fitness trackers can backfire, despite Rory McIlroy's success
Rory McIlroy tracked his heart rate during his Masters victory using a wearable device, sparking debate over whether health trackers help or harm users.
Where you live could shape your risk of cancer mortality, study suggests
New research reveals a widening gap in cancer mortality improvement between high-income urban areas and low-income rural U.S. counties.
Weight gain in certain decade of life may be more dangerous, study suggests
A study of over 620,000 people found that weight gain in your 20s carries disproportionately high and lasting risks of premature death later in life.