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Aging-related joint disorder increasingly affects people under 40, study finds

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Aging-related joint disorder increasingly affects people under 40, study finds

Some cancer patients could avoid surgery with innovative new therapy

Health November 12

Some cancer patients could avoid surgery with innovative new therapy

Researchers say a new drug-delivery implant could help patients with hard-to-treat bladder cancer avoid losing their bladders — and stay cancer-free for years.

Common vitamin could protect some heart attack survivors, study shows

Health November 12

Common vitamin could protect some heart attack survivors, study shows

New research found that vitamin D3 therapy, aimed at achieving optimal blood levels, significantly reduced the risk of repeat heart attacks in certain cardiac patients.

Tobacco and nicotine ban sparks backlash from business owners in coastal town

Health November 11

Tobacco and nicotine ban sparks backlash from business owners in coastal town

A Bay Area town has passed a comprehensive tobacco sales ban despite small business opposition, with new restrictions on nicotine products taking effect this December.

FDA moves to lift ‘black box’ warnings from hormone therapies for menopause symptoms

Women's Health November 10

FDA moves to lift ‘black box’ warnings from hormone therapies for menopause symptoms

FDA seeks to lift “black box" warnings from menopause hormone therapy, citing evidence that benefits outweigh risks.

Washington State University suspends course examining evidence for gender medicine after activist complaints

Media November 10

Washington State University suspends course examining evidence for gender medicine after activist complaints

WSU medical school suspends gender medicine course after LGBTQ activists file complaints with accreditation body, sparking investigation into their accreditation.

Experts warn of security risks to America's kids as photos expose those up for adoption

Family November 9

Experts warn of security risks to America's kids as photos expose those up for adoption

In this Q&A, Ashley Brown, CEO of Selfless Love Foundation, talks about the importance of transforming America's adoption process and protecting the rights of vulnerable children.

America’s fattest states revealed — and how Ozempic is changing the map

Health November 9

America’s fattest states revealed — and how Ozempic is changing the map

Insurance data reveals dramatic regional differences in Ozempic and Mounjaro usage, with obesity-heavy states prescribing GLP-1 medications at triple the rate of others.

New study says vegetable oils aren't bad for your heart, but not everyone's convinced

Nutrition November 7

New study says vegetable oils aren't bad for your heart, but not everyone's convinced

New research challenges beliefs about processed vegetable oils in spreads and baked goods, finding they may not harm heart health as much as thought. Doctors say it's too early to tell.

Why most people fall off a ‘health cliff’ at 75 — and 5 ways to avoid the drop

Health November 7

Why most people fall off a ‘health cliff’ at 75 — and 5 ways to avoid the drop

Longevity expert Dr. Peter Attia reveals why most people decline sharply in their 70s, and shares his athlete-inspired approach to healthy aging and fitness.

Diabetes prevention linked to specific type of exercise, study shows

Health November 5

Diabetes prevention linked to specific type of exercise, study shows

New research reveals that weightlifting beats cardio for blood sugar control and diabetes prevention, as resistance training offers superior metabolic benefits.

Experts reveal exact bedtime that could prevent late-night ‘second wind’ insomnia

Health November 5

Experts reveal exact bedtime that could prevent late-night ‘second wind’ insomnia

Sleep experts reveal why going to bed after a certain time disrupts cortisol and melatonin balance, causing disrupted sleep. One doctor shares the optimal bedtime window.