Health August 29 Common daily vitamin shown to slow aging process over 4-year period Harvard researchers discovered that daily vitamin D supplementation reduced telomere shortening by more than half compared to placebo in a four-year trial.
Health August 28 Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns Scientists warn that over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen may fuel the antibiotic resistance crisis, especially in elder care facilities.
Health August 28 Weight-loss drugs could reduce symptoms of painful skin condition, study finds Researchers in France discovered that weight-loss medications could help treat hidradenitis suppurativa by reducing inflammation and mechanical friction in the skin.
FOOD August 27 Grandmother urges butter for baby, igniting family feud over carnivore lifestyle A mother-in-law recommended feeding a baby pure butter, sparking a Reddit debate and eliciting expert advice on proper infant nutrition practices.
Health August 27 Mediterranean diet paired with other lifestyle changes slashes diabetes risk A major new study shows that the Mediterranean diet, combined with weight loss and physical activity, prevented diabetes in overweight older adults over a six-year period.
Marco Rubio August 27 House Democrats call on Rubio to allow injured children from Gaza into US following visa halt More than 140 House Democrats wrote a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the administration to allow children injured in Gaza to enter the U.S. to receive emergency medical care.
Health August 26 Cannabis gummy poisonings surge among vulnerable group, experts warn Medical experts report that children consuming cannabis gummies can experience lethargy, seizures and cardiac arrest, requiring intensive treatment and hospitalization.
Health August 25 Young lawyer dies after routine medical scan triggers fatal allergic reaction A young woman died from a severe allergic reaction to iodinated contrast during a routine CT scan in Brazil, with such reactions occurring just once in every 5,000 to 10,000 cases.
Health August 24 Not drinking enough water floods your body with harmful stress hormones Scientists show dehydration increases stress-related cortisol levels in both men and women, suggesting water intake plays key role in stress management.
Lifestyle August 24 Usha Vance backs books over phones as more schools implement no-cell policies Second lady Usha Vance told students to focus on books instead of electronic devices during a visit to a Georgia school this week as part of her Summer Reading Challenge.
Health August 24 TikTok's viral '6-6-6' walking routine burns fat without grueling workouts A celebrity trainer says the 6-6-6 walking method is an effective, low-intensity exercise routine that improves cardiovascular health and burns fat.