HHS unleashes sweeping crackdown on child ‘sex-rejecting procedures,’ threatens hospital, Medicaid funding HHS proposes blocking Medicare and Medicaid funding for gender transition procedures on patients under 18, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calling such treatments malpractice.
Massachusetts drops controversial gender ideology mandate for licensing foster care parents Massachusetts dropped its gender identity mandate for foster care parents after Alliance Defending Freedom posed a legal challenge and federal regulators gave a constitutional warning.
Simple lifestyle changes could slash heart attack risk for millions, scientists report New study reveals prediabetes remission can cut heart disease death risk by 58% through targeted lifestyle changes that keep blood sugar levels within a normal range.
Tea protects, coffee destroys? New study reveals stark bone-density divide for older women A new study of 10,000 older women finds tea drinkers have higher hip bone density, while excessive coffee intake may harm bones. Experts weighed in on the research.
Major study reveals why COVID vaccine can trigger heart issues, especially in one group Stanford researchers identify two proteins that cause rare heart inflammation after COVID-19 vaccination, offering insights into myocarditis prevention.
Youth sports in crisis as skyrocketing costs price out parents, threaten childhood health Congressional hearing reveals youth sports costs hit $40 billion annually for parents as travel teams price out families. Average yearly cost exceeds $1,000 per child.
Holiday heart attacks rise as doctors share hidden triggers, prevention tips "Holiday heart syndrome" causes a spike in heart attacks during Christmas. Cardiologists share how stress, alcohol and overeating can trigger heart rhythms, and offer prevention tips.
New data reveals Americans who 'crave closeness' with others turning to popular outdoor activity A mental health and relationship expert reveals how camping creates psychological safety and builds trust with others as new data reveals more Americans are heading outdoors.
Researchers uncover potential anti-aging molecule hidden in dark chocolate New research reveals that a compound in dark chocolate called theobromine may slow biological aging in adults, but experts warn against overindulging in sweets.
After Australia passes social media ban, lawmakers probed on why Congress hasn't done more to protect kids Pressure is mounting on Congress to act after Australia’s under-16 social media ban sparked calls from U.S. lawmakers to better protect children online.