Wrinkle Fillers: An Alternative to Plastic Surgery   

These new products can replace lost volume and diminish lines -- all without going under the knife.

what do you think? 2022-09-29 08:04:16

Are Transgender People at Risk of Breast Cancer?   

Breast cancer can happen in people of any gender. Learn about what factors affect breast cancer risk in transgender people.

what do you think? 2022-09-23 12:53:33

Modified Purple Tomato May Be Coming to Your Grocery Store   

The U.K. company developing the new purple fruit has passed a first test with U.S. regulators, demonstrating that genetic changes to the tomatoes do not expose the plants to a greater risk for pest damage.

what do you think? 2022-09-23 04:57:57

Are Transgender People at Risk of Breast Cancer?   

Breast cancer can happen in people of any gender. Learn about what factors affect breast cancer risk in transgender people.

what do you think? 2022-09-22 17:15:40

Lightning Fatalities on the Rise: How to Stay Safe in a Storm   

Lightening-related fatalities are on the rise. Read on to learn why experts this think is and how to stay safe in a storm.

what do you think? 2022-09-22 15:15:01

Desperate Long COVID Patients Turn to Unproven Alternative Therapies   

With few evidence-based treatments for long COVID, patients with debilitating symptoms can be tempted by unproven options.

what do you think? 2022-09-22 12:59:09

Does Skin Tone Affect Skin Care?   

Should your skin tone affect your daily skin care routine? Find out what dermatologists say.

what do you think? 2022-09-21 12:59:13

Is the Pandemic Over? If Only It Were That Simple   

President Joe Biden's sound bite that "the pandemic is over'' continues to trigger debate and disagreement.

what do you think? 2022-09-21 12:21:02

What 'The Bachelor' May Tell Us About Our Own Relationships   

Dating behavior and relationships greatly influence mental health, so some experts are watching the hit TV show for take-away learnings for their patients.

what do you think? 2022-09-21 05:21:03

High Levels of PFAS 'Forever' Chemicals in Kids' School Uniforms   

Among children's textiles that were tested, concentrations were found to be highest in school uniforms, especially those labeled 100% cotton.

what do you think? 2022-09-21 03:36:37

FDA Admits Flaws in Response to Infant Formula Shortage   

Among the problems highlighted in the report were outdated data-sharing systems, while staffing and training for food inspectors was below normal.

what do you think? 2022-09-21 03:28:52

Saving Lives With 'Safer Opioids'   

A Canadian program sees positive results by giving clients who are at risk for overdose a daily dose of prescription opioid tablets, along with basic health care, counseling and social services.

what do you think? 2022-09-20 12:04:28

Deer Are Spreading Lyme Ticks in Suburban Backyards   

A new study suggests the overpopulation of white-tailed deer across the Northeastern U.S. could help spread Lyme disease, especially in suburban areas.

what do you think? 2022-09-20 11:07:57

Immune System Early Warnings Inspire New Remedies   

The immune system is more versatile than previously understood, report researchers in the emerging field of mechanoimmunology, tracking how our bodies fight illness and how to successfully intervene.

what do you think? 2022-09-20 09:19:16

Have Long COVID? Here's Where to Go for Care   

Patients who navigate what can feel like an endless series of checkups and lab tests to confirm a long COVID diagnosis face an even harder path ahead: Figuring out where to go for care.

what do you think? 2022-09-20 07:58:49

The 4-7-8 Breathing Technique May Help You Get to Sleep   

The 4-7-8 breathing technique can give people the opportunity to be at peace as a way to help them go to sleep.

what do you think? 2022-09-20 02:05:08

Sound Sick? New AI Technology Might Tell If It's COVID   

Researchers are developing AI speech analysis that could detect COVID infections better than a rapid test. It's the latest innovation in a growing field exploring voice as a diagnostic tool.

what do you think? 2022-09-19 17:28:54

Diets Haven't Improved Much Worldwide; U.S. Near Bottom of List   

A new review finds people around the world aren't eating much healthier than they were three decades ago.

what do you think? 2022-09-19 10:50:45

The Twin You Didn't Know You Had   

Artificial Intelligence may spell the end of the control group.

what do you think? 2022-09-19 10:14:49

Does the Timing of Cancer Chemotherapy Appointments Matter?   

Scientists hope "chronochemotherapy" could make cancer drugs less toxic and more effective but say we're not there yet.

what do you think? 2022-09-19 05:56:57

Medical Debt Can Crush Even the Insured   

Medical debt more than doubles your chances of not being able to afford food, rent, mortgage or utilities, and losing your home.

what do you think? 2022-09-19 04:17:52

What if You Could Get the Benefits of Exercise Without Working Out?   

We all know exercise is good for us. It helps you manage weight and lowers the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even some cancers. Yet nearly half of U.S. adults don't get the recommended 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity a week.

what do you think? 2022-09-19 01:11:52

Computer Models Could Be Next Step in Decoding the Brain   

Cedars-Sinai neuroscientists have developed the most complex brain cell models to date, the latest advance in our decades-long pursuit to understand how the brain works.

what do you think? 2022-09-16 09:59:36

We're Increasingly Disconnected and That Has Consequences   

For a "connected" society, many of us feel more isolated than ever - and that's dangerous for our long-term health. But there may be reasons to be hopeful.

what do you think? 2022-09-16 09:32:25

With Polio's Return, Here's What Back-to-Schoolers Need to Know   

Because polio has been vanishingly rare in the United States for nearly a half-century, doctors may not consider it when diagnosing patients with typical symptoms. Here are the signs and the science behind an infectious disease that is largely a mystery to modern society.

what do you think? 2022-09-16 08:32:45

New Science Reveals the Best Way to Take a Pill   

Standing? Sitting? Lying down? Your body position may impact how well oral medication works, Johns Hopkins scientists report.

what do you think? 2022-09-16 03:53:43

Weight-Loss Surgery Has Long-Term Benefits for Pain, Mobility   

Though many patients regain some weight in the first couple of years after bariatric surgery, a new study finds pain and movement benefits seem to stand the test of time.

what do you think? 2022-09-16 03:44:06

Tired After a Long Day of Thinking Hard? Here's Why   

Hours of mentally hard work can lead to a buildup of toxic byproducts in the brain and alter its ability to function, French researchers found.

what do you think? 2022-09-16 01:21:39

In Small Study, CAR-T Therapy Pushes Lupus Into Remission   

While there's no cure for lupus and treatments don't work for everyone with the disease, a new study shows a cancer therapy may kick hard-to-treat lupus into remission.

what do you think? 2022-09-15 20:39:19

Monkeypox Outbreak Slows as Feds Promise Action, Outreach   

Although the overall picture is improving, there are still some areas in the United States seeing increasing infection numbers. Federal officials said they'll keep "the pedal to the metal."

what do you think? 2022-09-15 15:40:13

Fruit Leathers Have Detectable Pesticides: Report   

Many brands of fruit leathers, a popular children's snack, have detectable levels of pesticides, according to a new report from the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit organization aiming to improve human health and the environment. Many dried fruit snacks also have detectable pesticide levels.

what do you think? 2022-09-15 13:08:48

Family Dinner: How to Make It Happen   

Families have changed and so have dinners. But many families still make it a priority to connect over a meal. Here's how.

what do you think? 2022-09-15 06:19:17

Long COVID Was a Preventable Tragedy. Some of Us Saw It Coming   

Brian Vastag is a former science reporter for The Washington Post who has been disabled by myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) since 2012. Here, he writes about the similarities between his disease and long COVID, reflecting on how the latter was, and is, a preventable tragedy.

what do you think? 2022-09-15 01:34:44

Celebrity Actors Film Their Colonoscopies to Bring Awareness   

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are taking on different roles -- starring in a new campaign to raise awareness about the importance of screening for colon cancer.

what do you think? 2022-09-14 15:42:20

Lack of Sleep in Teens May Lead to Obesity   

The harmful effects of poor sleep add up for the teenage population.

what do you think? 2022-09-14 12:54:45

Most Americans Over 50 Suffer Some Type of Joint Pain (Poll)   

A recent poll finds 70% of people over 50 experience joint pain at least occasionally and about 60% have been told they have some form of arthritis.

what do you think? 2022-09-14 02:11:24

Walking, Sitting: What Works Best to Help Baby Stop Crying?   

Researchers found a combination of walking, sitting, and holding babies for specific intervals of time worked best.

what do you think? 2022-09-14 02:03:04

TikTok 'Slugging' Trend Has People Coating Their Faces With Grease   

Slugging involves slathering some sort of sealing agent -- like Vaseline or another petroleum-based ointment -- onto the skin.

what do you think? 2022-09-14 02:02:47

Biden Makes Another Push for Cancer Moonshot Initiative   

In a speech at the famed John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston, Biden likened JFK's space race to his own effort to slash cancer rates by 50% in the next 25 years.

what do you think? 2022-09-13 13:05:30

Your Poop May Hold the Secret to Long Life   

Making a deposit to a "poop bank" sounds gross, but it could be a key step in ensuring your own long-term health for years to come.

what do you think? 2022-09-13 10:11:26

Is Sweat the Future of Health Monitoring?   

Someday, you may be able to skip the blood draw and slap on a sweat sensor instead to measure hormones, prescription drug levels, and even how much booze you drank.

what do you think? 2022-09-13 06:50:24

A Million Transplants: System Faces Questions Amid Milestone   

While the milestone is noteworthy, and transplant surgeons call it a "remarkable number" that's cause for celebration, they also acknowledge that much work needs to be done to address the lengthy waiting list for organs and other major issues.

what do you think? 2022-09-12 11:23:18

FAQ: New COVID Omicron Boosters   

New COVID boosters that target the fast-spreading Omicron strains of the virus are rolling out this week, with the CDC recommending these so-called bivalent mRNA shots for Americans 12 and older. Here's what to know.

what do you think? 2022-09-12 08:50:08

Fitness Consumers Want Choices, Just Not Pelotons   

Fitness consumers are flipping demands they made 2 years ago in the darkest days of the COVID pandemic.

what do you think? 2022-09-12 08:31:25

Unhealthy Gums Could Up Your Odds for Dementia   

A new study suggests gum disease has far-reaching effects and may increase your odds of developing dementia.

what do you think? 2022-09-12 07:49:07

A Woman of Wonder Commits to Cancer Research   

Former Wonder Woman Star Lynda Carter is creating the Robert & Lynda Carter Altman Family Foundation Research Fund in honor of her late husband who died of a rare form of blood cancer.

what do you think? 2022-09-12 05:14:06

Grandma and Grandpa on Drugs: The Senior Citizen Opioid Epidemic   

The number of opioid-related deaths of Americans ages 55 and up soared 1,886% between 1999 and 2019

what do you think? 2022-09-12 04:28:59

People of Color Bearing Brunt of Long COVID, Doctors Say   

From the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, people of color have been hardest hit by the virus. Now, many doctors and researchers are seeing big disparities come about in who gets care for long COVID.

what do you think? 2022-09-12 03:15:49

Research Reveals Cause of 'Freezing' Gait in Parkinson's   

A research team has linked the activation of leg muscles in Parkinson's patients with a region of the brain called the subthalamic nucleus.

what do you think? 2022-09-12 02:57:39

FDA Approves Botox Competitor That Lasts Longer   

The FDA has approved a new option for minimizing wrinkles which is the first competitor for Botox in decades.

what do you think? 2022-09-09 14:25:58

31,000-Year-Old Skeleton May Be Earliest Known Human Amputee   

A 31,000-year-old skeleton discovered in a cave in Borneo may be the earliest evidence of a surgical amputation in humans.

what do you think? 2022-09-09 14:20:43

Kids Walking, Biking to School Can Lead to Long-Term Fitness   

Recent research suggests kids who walk, skateboard or ride their bikes to school when they are young are more likely to keep it up as they get older, reaping the health benefits.

what do you think? 2022-09-09 03:03:34

Queen Elizabeth, UK's Longest-Serving Monarch, Dies at 96   

Elizabeth was born April 21, 1926, and ascended to the throne at age 25 after the death of her father, King George VI, in 1952.

what do you think? 2022-09-08 18:35:22

Reduced Lactose Baby Formula May Raise Risk of Obesity Later   

Beware of infant formula you're giving your baby. A new study showed a moderate association between low-lactose formulas made of corn syrup solids and obesity in two-, three-, and four-year-olds.

what do you think? 2022-09-08 17:52:53

News Anchor's Stroke on Live TV a Reminder: Know the Signs   

The video of Chin struggling for words is bringing a lot of attention to this medical emergency. It shows how unexpectedly, and rapidly, stroke-like symptoms can start. It's also a good reminder to anyone who thinks they or someone else might be having a stroke that they need to act fast.

what do you think? 2022-09-08 12:30:42

Can You Still Be a Runner if You Don't Look Like One?   

A study linked a narrow torso to faster running - but that's only part of the story. Anyone who runs, regardless of body shape, can excel and reap health benefits.

what do you think? 2022-09-08 01:57:44

'It's Becoming Too Expensive to Live': Older Adults Try to Cope With Limited Budgets   

Three women explain how life's surprises can catapult their efforts to carefully manage limited budgets and lead to financial distress.

what do you think? 2022-09-07 20:47:04

New Book Brings Information, Hope, to People with Mental Illness   

A new book -- You Are Not Alone: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Mental Health - With Advice from Experts and Wisdom from Real Individuals and Families -- by Ken Duckworth, MD, challenges the stigma that surrounds mental illness and educates the public about what it feels like to have mental health challenges.

what do you think? 2022-09-07 17:56:11

Missouri School District's Embrace of Paddling Bucks Trends   

Corporal punishment has been condemned for decades by organizations focused on children's health, but some school districts still use it.

what do you think? 2022-09-07 06:19:45

What Will the Inflation Reduction Act Do for Your Healthcare?   

For many Americans, the IRA could meaningfully improve their ability to afford the care they need. Here's a breakdown of what the bill does for Medicare beneficiaries, adults who purchase private insurance coverage, and Medicaid enrollees.

what do you think? 2022-09-07 06:10:25

Blood Test Shows Promise for Quick Diagnosis of ALS   

New research suggests patients suspected of ALS may soon be able to get a diagnosis much more quickly, not wasting their precious time.

what do you think? 2022-09-07 02:55:21

Juul to Pay $438.5 Million for Its Role in Teen Vaping Crisis   

The FDA is still deciding whether it will allow Juul to sell its products in this country.

what do you think? 2022-09-07 01:29:21

Black Families and 'The Talk'   

"The Talk" is a conversation in many Black families about how to deal safely with police. How has it changed over recent years?

what do you think? 2022-09-06 20:37:11

Black Women Less Likely to Get Laparoscopic Fibroid Surgeries   

A recent study finds Black and Hispanic women tend to have traditional surgeries requiring a hospital stay.

what do you think? 2022-09-06 20:22:52

Pediatricians Urge Flu Vaccine for Kids   

Guidelines recommend children 6 months and older be vaccinated annually.

what do you think? 2022-09-06 08:50:07

Many Young Kids With COVID Show No Symptoms of the Disease   

Young kids with COVID-19 often have no symptoms at all, even when they have a high amount of the virus in them, according to a new study.

what do you think? 2022-09-06 06:43:49

The Truth About Soy and Breast Cancer   

WebMD clears up the confusion on how this plant protein affects your breast cancer risk.

what do you think? 2022-09-02 05:52:14

Think You Have Long COVID? See Your Primary Care Doc First   

Many patients dealing long COVID symptoms might be tempted to go straight to a specialist. But medical experts recommend starting in a different place: primary care.

what do you think? 2022-09-02 05:06:20

More Cases in E. Coli Outbreak Tied to Wendy's Restaurant Lettuce   

Nearly 100 people across six states have become sick by E. coli, in an outbreak possibly tied to contaminated lettuce used in sandwiches sold at Wendy's restaurants.

what do you think? 2022-09-02 03:30:13

FDA Warns of Dangers From Skin Lightening Creams   

The FDA warns that skin lightening products can be dangerous when they contain the potentially harmful ingredients hydroquinone or mercury.

what do you think? 2022-09-01 18:07:52

CDC Votes to Allow Use of Omicron Vaccine Boosters   

CDC advisors somewhat reluctantly voted in support of new bivalent versions of COVID-19 vaccines despite a lack of clinical trial data, citing the example of annual flu-shot revisions.

what do you think? 2022-09-01 10:54:08

Can AI Deliver a More Accurate Cancer Prognosis?   

A new proof-of-concept study shows how AI could combine data to come up with a more objective - and potentially more accurate - prognosis for cancer patients.

what do you think? 2022-09-01 10:31:09

Alcohol Warning Labels Need an Update, Researchers Say   

Warning labels on alcohol products are outdated and do not reflect the harms caused by alcohol, including the increased risk of cancer, say the authors of an NEJM article.

what do you think? 2022-09-01 10:13:37

Deadly 'Rainbow Fentanyl' Looks Like Candy, Could Entice Kids   

The bright colors, shapes, and sizes of fentanyl pills and powder are to attract and drive addiction among kids and young adults.

what do you think? 2022-09-01 08:55:39

Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids: Good News, With Some Complications   

Audiologists, even those who generally support the idea of non-prescription hearing aids, worry that without an initial evaluation and ongoing care, people will buy the devices without understanding how to use or adjust them.

what do you think? 2022-09-01 06:27:46

Help Your Kids Manage School Pressure   

The stress of academic pressure can show itself in different ways. Pay attention to big shifts in mood or behavior. Big shifts might be a sign of more serious problems.

what do you think? 2022-09-01 01:29:23

What To Know About Fall Booster Shots Of Coronavirus Vaccine   

The updated boosters have generated some controversy and confusion. Here's what you need to know.

what do you think? 2022-08-31 14:02:07

FDA Authorizes Updated COVID Boosters to Target Newest Variants   

The FDA on Wednesday granted emergency use authorization to Omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccines made by Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna.

what do you think? 2022-08-31 10:12:36

COVID Omicron Boosters About to Arrive, With Some Controversy   

Updated COVID vaccines are expected to be available by Labor Day, but public health experts have mixed feelings, with some citing lack of human data and others saying the need is urgent.

what do you think? 2022-08-31 10:02:43

How Strength Training Can Help You Live Longer   

A growing body of research shows that strength training, even in modest amounts, can lower disease risk and add years to your life.

what do you think? 2022-08-31 03:55:54

With PFAS in Packaging, How Safe Is Microwave Popcorn?   

Experts warn microwave popcorn could be loading your body with potentially harmful "forever chemicals."

what do you think? 2022-08-31 02:51:45

Could You Have Look-Alike 'Twin' Who Might Even Share Your DNA?   

With some doppelgangers, there might be more to the idea than meets the eye. A team of Spanish scientists studied pairs of unrelated look-alikes and found that they not only bear a striking resemblance to each other, but also share significant parts of their DNA.

what do you think? 2022-08-30 14:42:26

Lawsuit Claims Amazon's Top-Selling Mattress a 'Health Hazard'   

Customers who bought a bestselling mattress sold on Amazon and at retailers nationwide are suing the manufacturer over claims that fiberglass fibers in the product have damaged their health.

what do you think? 2022-08-30 11:42:55

Power of the Streak: Could It Be Our Best Motivational Tool?   

From word games to workout challenges to staying sober, tracking a streak has never been easier. How can we leverage that motivational power to keep from being totally derailed when a positive streak, inevitably, ends?

what do you think? 2022-08-30 10:31:15

The Most Common Form of Bullying Isn't Physical or Verbal   

Bullies' top tactic is social exclusion, also known as "relational aggression." It involves shutting out peers from group activities and spreading false rumors about them.

what do you think? 2022-08-30 04:25:17

Hypertension in Pregnancy Is Getting More Common for Gen Z Women   

A new study finds Gen-Zers and millennials are about twice as likely to develop high blood pressure during pregnancy than women from the baby boom generation were.

what do you think? 2022-08-29 20:52:25

ADHD Drug Adderall in Short Supply   

Labor shortages at Teva Pharmaceuticals have made Adderall hard to find in some drugstores.

what do you think? 2022-08-29 20:21:50

Nearly 30% of U.S. Cancer Deaths Linked to Smoking   

Nearly 123,000 cancer deaths - or almost 30% of all cancer deaths - in the United States in 2019 were linked to cigarette smoking, a new analysis suggests.

what do you think? 2022-08-29 17:04:49

Why Do We Lie About Our Health?   

From fibbing about how much we drink to creating an entire false medical history in plain sight, lying to doctors, colleagues, and loved ones about our health is incredibly common. But why?

what do you think? 2022-08-29 12:52:41

Mental Health on Campus: Situation Grim, but Not Hopeless   

Mental health issues among college students have increased by nearly 50% since 2013, one large study shows, now affecting 3 of every 5 students. Other researchers have found that the pandemic definitely contributed to a heavier toll on college students' mental health.

what do you think? 2022-08-29 09:47:45

Is There a Best Time of Day to Take Your Blood Pressure Pill?   

A new study finds it doesn't seem to matter what time of day or night you take your blood pressure medication.

what do you think? 2022-08-29 08:32:38

Black Men Less Likely to Get Monkeypox Vaccine   

New CDC data shows only 10% of the Jynneos vaccine doses have been given to Black people, even though they make up a third of U.S. cases.

what do you think? 2022-08-29 03:06:09

Healing Broken Bones Is More Complicated Than It Looks   

Sometimes broken bones fail to fuse together, and understanding why some bones mend while others need more help will improve care for people with fractures.

what do you think? 2022-08-26 18:48:27

Like Humans, a Dog's Odds for Dementia Rises With Age   

New research shows that risk climbs by half with every extra year of life in a dog's golden years.

what do you think? 2022-08-26 18:40:44

Finding Meaning and Joy After Spinal Cord Injury   

Annually, there are an estimated 17,730 new spinal cord injuries in the U.S. and 250,000 to 500,000 worldwide. The U.S. Senate has designated September as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month.

what do you think? 2022-08-26 14:13:02

New Science May Show Why Sound Can Ease Pain   

Doctors have long known music and sound can help soothe physical pain, but they didn't know why. New research offers insight - and a surprise about volume.

what do you think? 2022-08-26 10:19:10

More Sick From E. Coli Outbreak Tied to Wendy's Restaurant Lettuce   

The exact source of the outbreak has not been officially confirmed, but the CDC said that in 84% of cases people reported eating at Wendy's before they became ill.

what do you think? 2022-08-26 02:36:44

Squash Spotted Lanternflies On Sight, Experts Urge   

This fast-spreading invasive species damages crops and must be wiped out, agricultural sources say.

what do you think? 2022-08-25 11:54:58

Congressman's Wife Dies After Taking Herbal Remedy for Diabetes, Weight Loss   

Lori McClintock, the wife of U.S. Rep. Tom McClintock of California, died after ingesting white mulberry leaf, according to the Sacramento County coroner. The plant is generally considered safe and is used in herbal remedies that claim to lower blood sugar, boost weight loss, and combat high cholesterol. Her death highlights the potential dangers of dietary supplements.

what do you think? 2022-08-25 08:46:01

New MS Treatment Shows Promise in Trial   

The drug ublituximab beat a standard oral medication for MS in reducing patients' relapses and proved better at preventing areas of inflammatory damage in the brain.

what do you think? 2022-08-25 04:32:14