Nervous System Health

Health 4 days ago

Poor sleep in middle age could affect the brain in a surprising way, study finds

In a new study led by University of California, San Francisco, poor sleep was linked to faster brain aging in middle-aged adults. Researchers and doctors weigh in on the risk and how to reduce it.

Health 6 days ago

‘Should I go to the ER or urgent care?’: Ask a doctor

When sudden and severe sickness requires immediate care, the two most common options are to visit an urgent care or to head to a hospital emergency room — but how do you know which is best?

Health October 26

Dementia risk could be higher for older adults who experience this type of injury, study finds

Getting injured after a fall may be an early warning sign of dementia in older adults, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open last month. Researchers and doctors weigh in.

Health October 24

Ozempic could help reduce Alzheimer’s risk for some, study suggests: ‘Shifting the paradigm’

Semaglutide medications — such as Ozempic, the popular diabetes medication — have been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease for certain groups, a new study finds.

Entertainment October 23

Singer Matthew Sweet suffers ‘debilitating’ stroke while on tour with Hanson

Musician Matthew Sweet recently suffered a "debilitating" stroke while on tour with '90s band Hanson, his manager confirmed to Fox News Digital.

Miami Dolphins October 23

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa on injury concerns after return to practice: 'I love football to the death of me'

Tua Tagovailoa is making his way back to the NFL practice field this week, more than a month after his third confirmed concussion within a two-year span.

Departed October 22

'Baywatch' star Michael Newman dead at 67, filmmaker friend says

"Baywatch" star Michael Newman died Sunday from heart complications, Fox News Digital can confirm. The actor appeared in 150 episodes of the hit TV series.

HEALTH October 21

New stroke prevention guidelines released by American Stroke Association

Strokes are the fifth-leading cause of death in the United States, and the leading cause of disability. On Monday, the American Stroke Association published its updated guidelines for stroke prevention.

HEALTH October 19

‘Why do I have restless legs at night?’: Ask a doctor

For those affected by restless legs syndrome, getting quality rest can seem impossible. Fox News Digital spoke to medical doctors to learn more about the condition, as well as ways to reduce symptoms.

New York Giants October 18

Giants rookie phenom Malik Nabers on Travis Scott concert backlash: 'I still got my own life'

Malik Nabers will return to the field Sunday when the Giants face the Eagles after he had to deal with a "scary" concussion he doesn't remember.