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Popular intermittent fasting diets may not deliver the health benefits many expect
New study suggests intermittent fasting may not deliver promised health benefits beyond weight loss, challenging beliefs about time-restricted eating.
Little-known prescription pill is helping Americans drink less alcohol
Struggling with alcohol cravings? Naltrexone targets the brain's reward center to minimize drinking urges and reduce harmful binge-drinking behaviors.
Measles outbreak explodes in South Carolina; multiple people hospitalized as cases surpass 200
South Carolina reported 26 new measles cases since Friday, bringing the total number of cases in the latest outbreak to 211. Some people were exposed in schools or churches.
More Americans may be classified as obese under new definition, study suggests
New obesity criteria that add waist and body fat measures to BMI could classify nearly 70% of U.S. adults as obese, according to a new study.
Your sleep and activity patterns may reveal hidden brain health risk, study suggests
A new study finds that sleep timing is linked to dementia risk, as people with weak circadian rhythms face a 2.5 times higher risk of developing cognitive decline.
Common pain relievers may raise heart disease and stroke risk, doctors warn
Common OTC painkillers like ibuprofen may increase heart attack and stroke risk. Learn which medications pose the greatest cardiovascular danger.
Flu hospitalizations hit all-time weekly high in densely populated state, officials warn
New York reports record flu hospitalizations and cases, with a rise of nearly 1,000 in a single week. Health experts urge immediate vaccination as a new variant spreads.
CDC slashes childhood vaccine schedule in unprecedented overhaul following pandemic trust issues
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cuts childhood vaccine recommendations from 18 to 11 diseases as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addresses declining vaccination adherence.
Elon Musk shares plan to mass-produce brain implants for paralysis, neurological disease
Elon Musk announces Neuralink brain implants will enter "high-volume" production by 2026, helping paralyzed patients control devices with thought.
Not all cancers should be treated right away, medical experts say — here's why
Some cancers may not require immediate treatment, from prostate cancer to thyroid tumors. Medical experts share when "watchful waiting" may be the best approach.
Viral New Year reset routine is helping people adopt healthier habits
Ditch doom-scrolling for an “analog bag." TikTok users are replacing phones with books, art and puzzles to build healthier, happier habits.
Deadly 'superbug' is spreading across US as drug resistance grows, researchers warn
Researchers discovered a possible weakness in the deadly hospital superbug C. auris that could lead to new treatments for the drug-resistant fungal infection.
What your butt shape could reveal about your health, according to scientists
A new study reveals distinct patterns in buttock muscles linked to type 2 diabetes, offering new insights into metabolic health and detection.
Experimental vaccine could save thousands of lives per year, scientist claims
The first-ever fentanyl overdose prevention vaccine could save thousands of lives annually, with human trials beginning in early 2026 after animal studies.
6 longevity rules experts follow for healthier aging in 2026
The Fox News Health Newsletter brings you trending and important stories about healthcare, drug developments, mental health issues, real people's triumphs over medical struggles, and more.
Rockstar fitness routine: Could you survive Mick Jagger’s brutal workout?
At 82, Mick Jagger's fitness secrets include daily workouts, dance, yoga and meditation, keeping the Rolling Stones frontman performing energetically onstage.
Catholic influencer's 5-year-old son dies after 11-day flu battle followed by thousands
Paul J. Kim announced his 5-year-old son Micah died after severe flu that turned septic and caused seizures after an 11-day hospital battle documented on social media.
6 pillars of a healthier, age-defying lifestyle in 2026, according to experts
An NFL neurosurgeon and a brain health expert reveal longevity secrets beyond typical resolutions, including the surprising benefits of not retiring early.
Oprah joins wave of celebrities who revealed dramatic weight loss in 2025
Celebrities have embraced GLP-1 medications for dramatic weight loss in 2025. Oprah Winfrey, Amy Schumer, Meghan Trainor and Lizzo share their health journeys.
Cancer drug combo shows promise for patients resistant to standard treatments
Researchers discovered a promising leukemia drug breakthrough that could help patients overcome treatment resistance, offering hope for difficult AML cases.
Older Americans are quitting GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for 4 key reasons
Nearly half of seniors quit GLP-1 weight-loss drugs within a year. Experts reveal why older Americans abandon medications like Ozempic and Wegovy despite results.
Diabetes patients experience lower death rate with common medication
New research finds statins benefit adults with type 2 diabetes across all heart-risk levels, reducing deaths and serious cardiovascular events.
5 celebrities who went public with alarming health diagnoses in 2025
Celebrity health battles dominated 2025 as stars faced serious diagnoses, from brain aneurysms to cancer. Kim Kardashian, Dave Coulier and others shared struggles.
Alzheimer’s disease could be reversed by restoring brain balance, study suggests
A new method of reversing Alzheimer's shows promise in an animal study, as researchers at University Hospitals restore brain energy molecule NAD+.
Record-breaking flu numbers reported in New York state, sparking warnings from officials
New York reports record flu surge with over 71,000 cases in one week - the highest since tracking began in 2004. Health officials urge vaccination.
