Health July 1 Afternoon napping could have surprising impact on longevity, study suggests A study of 86,565 adults finds a connection between daytime napping habits and mortality risk over an eight-year period, suggesting that nap patterns could indicate broader health concerns.
Health June 30 4 tips to get a better night’s sleep during sweltering summer temperatures Dr. Michael Gradisar shares effective strategies to improve sleep quality during extreme heat, including optimizing the environment, making bedding swaps and limiting alcohol consumption.
Food June 29 Controversial seed oils may offer unexpected health benefits, new research shows Indiana University researchers find higher linoleic acid levels from seed oils correlate with improved heart health and lower inflammation, challenging recent MAHA-inspired concerns.
Travel June 28 Man shatters world record with 465 half-marathons run in a single year Personal trainer Edward Molineaux broke a world record by running 465 half-marathons in one year, covering 6,000 miles after taking up jogging to recover from a hernia.
Health June 28 New drug helps patients lose nearly 25% of body weight in early trials Amycretin, a new weight-loss treatment from Novo Nordisk, combines two hunger hormones, helping participants lose nearly one-quarter of their body weight in early trials.
Health June 28 Body fat predicts major health risk that BMI misses, researchers say Study shows people with high body fat are 78% more likely to die and three times more likely to die from heart disease, calling into question BMI's reliability as a health measure.
Health June 27 CDC committee moves to phase out controversial mercury ingredient from flu vaccines CDC advisory committee recommends thimerosal-free influenza vaccines for all adults and children, despite claims that the mercury-based preservative poses no health risks.
Foodborne Illness June 27 Butcher shops close as E. coli outbreak kills 12-year-old girl, hospitalizes 21 children A deadly E. coli outbreak in northern France has left a 12-year-old girl dead and 21 children hospitalized, with nine patients developing hemolytic uremic syndrome.
Health June 27 Disposable vapes more toxic and carcinogenic than cigarettes, study shows New UC Davis study finds that illegal disposable e-cigarettes contain hazardous levels of toxic metals like lead and nickel, presenting a higher cancer risk than cigarettes.
Health June 27 Ticks spread to new regions across America, bringing dangerous diseases and need for vigilance Ticks are spreading beyond traditional regions experiencing an uptick in milder winters, with experts warning about the rise in tick-borne illnesses across the country.
Olympics June 26 New Olympics chief calls for 'protecting' women's category amid global trans athlete wave Kirsty Coventry, the new IOC president, discussed the "unanimous" support to protect women's sports amid transgender athlete concerns in her first official address on Thursday.