Brain HealthAug 18, 2026
Most Alzheimer's Patients Aren't Following Brain Health Advice, Even When Seeking Treatment
Fewer than 3% of Alzheimer's patients follow all brain health guidelines, even those actively pursuing the latest drug treatments.
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Weight ManagementAug 17, 2026
GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs May Help Athletes Perform Better, But Scientists Say the Evidence Isn't There Yet
GLP-1 weight loss drugs may boost athletic performance beyond shedding pounds, but scientists warn the evidence in elite athletes simply isn't there yet.
Mental HealthAug 17, 2026
A New Psychedelic Treatment Could Help Millions With Depression Avoid Treatment-Resistant Status
HLP003, a psychedelic-derived add-on therapy, could help the 50% of depression patients whose antidepressants fall short before they become.
Men's HealthAug 14, 2026
Why Testosterone Obsession Is Becoming a Public Health Concern
Only 1-2% of men have low testosterone, yet millions supplement needlessly, risking infertility and testicular shrinkage, doctors warn.
Mental HealthAug 14, 2026
Veterans Affairs Pushes Ibogaine as Next Frontier in Psychedelic Medicine for PTSD and Addiction
The VA is pushing ibogaine as a PTSD and addiction treatment for veterans, while Eli Lilly's $3.8B psychedelic acquisition signals a medical revolution.
Skin HealthAug 14, 2026
Eczema Patients Face Higher Shingles Risk, Study Finds
People with eczema face up to double the shingles risk, a large UK study finds; experts urge vaccination as part of routine eczema care.
Mental HealthAug 13, 2026
Why Thousands of Americans With Severe Mental Illness Are Trapped in a Treatment Gap
Arizona authorized secure mental illness facilities in 2019, but seven years later none have opened, leaving nearly 2,000 people cycling through crisis.
Heart & Circulatory HealthAug 13, 2026
Nighttime Leg Pain May Signal a Serious Circulation Problem. Here's What to Watch For
Persistent nighttime leg pain in your feet or toes may signal peripheral artery disease, a circulation problem that worsens when lying flat.
Cancer PreventionAug 13, 2026
Scientists Harness COVID-19 Immunity to Fight Cancer: Here's How It Works
A new cancer vaccine called PROTEXI repurposes COVID-19 immune memory to attack tumors, slowing growth and boosting survival in melanoma and breast cancer.
Immune SystemAug 13, 2026
How a Century-Old TB Vaccine Could Retrain Your Immune System Against Alzheimer's
The BCG tuberculosis vaccine may prevent Alzheimer's by retraining brain immune cells, with early-stage patients showing reduced amyloid levels after just.
Cancer PreventionAug 13, 2026
Blood Tests Could Soon Predict Who Benefits From Melanoma Immunotherapy
Blood tests could soon predict which melanoma patients benefit from immunotherapy, after researchers identified immune cell patterns linked to survival.
Brain HealthAug 12, 2026
Estrogen-Only Therapy After Menopause Linked to Lower Alzheimer's Risk, New Study Finds
Women using estrogen-only therapy had 35% lower odds of Alzheimer's brain changes at autopsy, a new Stanford-led study finds.
Weight ManagementAug 11, 2026
GLP-1 Drug Tirzepatide May Cut Heart Attack Risk by a Third in People With Diabetes
Tirzepatide may cut heart attack risk by 33% in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease, a major BMJ study of 53,000 patients found.
Brain HealthAug 11, 2026
Dementia vs. Alzheimer's: Why the Difference Matters for Your Family
Dementia and Alzheimer's aren't the same thing, and knowing the difference shapes treatment, care planning, and the questions your doctor needs to hear.
Cancer PreventionAug 10, 2026
One Blood Test Could Screen for Multiple Cancers at Once. Here's What Researchers Are Learning.
A single blood test could screen for multiple cancers at once, including pancreatic and ovarian, and UNC is recruiting 2,000 North Carolinians to study it.
Heart & Circulatory HealthAug 10, 2026
FDA Eases Testosterone Therapy Rules: What Men Need to Know About New Heart and Blood Clot Risks
The FDA is easing testosterone therapy rules, dropping heart attack warnings while adding new risks: atrial fibrillation, blood clots, and kidney injury.
Weight ManagementAug 7, 2026
Mounjaro Wins the Weight-Loss Drug Race, But There's a Muscle Loss Catch
Mounjaro leads weight-loss drugs with 14.9% more loss than lifestyle alone, but it also causes the most muscle loss at 8.3%.
Mental HealthAug 7, 2026
Brain-Targeted MRI Scans Could Help Teens With Depression Find the Right Treatment
Brain-targeted MRI scans may help the 30-40% of teens whose depression doesn't respond to standard treatment by personalizing where magnetic stimulation.
Mental HealthAug 7, 2026
Meta Ordered to Pay $567 Million for Teen Mental Health Harms: What This Landmark Ruling Means
A New Mexico court ordered Meta to pay $567 million for teen mental health harms, with $420 million going directly to treatment services for affected.
Immune SystemAug 6, 2026
When Mast Cell Cancer Hides in Plain Sight: How Doctors Cracked a Rare Immune Disease
Doctors cracked a mast cell leukemia case only after combining bone marrow, genetic, and immune cell tests revealing a rare KIT mutation standard screens.
Aging & LongevityAug 6, 2026
Eating Less Protein May Slow Aging, But It's Not for Everyone
Restricting certain amino acids may slow aging and extend lifespan, but experts warn the approach is not safe or suitable for everyone.
Child HealthAug 6, 2026
Why Your Child's Weight Isn't Just About Diet: The Hidden Genetic and Environmental Factors
Childhood obesity is shaped by genetics, epigenetics, and prenatal nutrition, not just diet; new research links parental weight and fetal growth to.
Brain HealthAug 5, 2026
Three Midlife Health Choices Could Add 13 Dementia-Free Years, Study Finds
Managing blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking in midlife could add 13 dementia-free years, a major study of 12,000 adults finds.
Brain HealthAug 5, 2026
First FDA-Approved Stem Cell Therapy for Stroke and Brain Injury Enters Human Testing
The first FDA-cleared stem cell therapy for stroke and brain injury enters human trials, with early data showing 92% of patients achieving meaningful.
Heart & Circulatory HealthAug 5, 2026
Full-Fat Dairy Won't Wreck Your Cholesterol, New Study Finds,But There's a Catch
A new study found full-fat dairy didn't raise cholesterol, but the trial was small, industry-funded, and lasted just 12 weeks.
Men's HealthAug 5, 2026
The Shift in Teen Pregnancy Prevention: Why Fertility Awareness Is Replacing Evidence-Based Programs
Teen birth rates fell 72% under evidence-based programs; now federal funds will shift to fertility awareness methods with little proof they work.
Brain HealthAug 4, 2026
Early Sugar Restriction Linked to 46% Lower Alzheimer's Risk, Study Finds
Limiting sugar in a child's first 1,000 days is linked to a 46% lower Alzheimer's risk, plus younger-looking brains decades later.
DiabetesAug 4, 2026
Nearly 9 in 10 Americans Have This Hidden Condition Linking Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Kidney Problems
Nearly 90% of Americans have cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, linking diabetes, heart disease, and kidney problems in ways most people never.
Immune SystemAug 4, 2026
Scientists Discover a Hidden Brake on Autoimmune Disease: How One Liver Protein Could Change Lupus Treatment
Scientists found a liver protein called FGL1 that acts as a natural brake on lupus-driving B cells, potentially replacing broad immunosuppression with.
Mental HealthAug 3, 2026
School Smartphone Bans Aren't Helping Teen Mental Health, New Research Shows
School smartphone bans show no mental health benefit for teens, new research finds; experts say broader action on platform design is needed.
Brain HealthAug 3, 2026
A New Brain Signal Could Make Parkinson's Surgery More Precise and Less Grueling
A new brain signal called ERNA predicts the best Parkinson's DBS electrode site 80% of the time, making surgery faster and less grueling for patients.
SleepJul 31, 2026
Why Your Circadian Rhythm Matters More Than You Think: Light, Stress, and Sleep Timing
Your circadian rhythm controls sleep, stress, and cortisol, and light timing, consistent schedules, and stress management can reset it for better health.
Men's HealthJul 31, 2026
Body Fat Percentage, Not Weight, Is the Real Predictor of Male Fertility Problems
Men with high body fat have 23% lower sperm counts, even at normal weight, making body fat percentage a better male fertility predictor than BMI.
Cancer PreventionJul 31, 2026
A New Immunotherapy Combo Is Showing Promise for Advanced Lung Cancer: Here's What It Means
A new immunotherapy combo cut death risk by 52% in advanced lung cancer patients who stopped responding to checkpoint inhibitors, offering a promising new.
Brain HealthJul 31, 2026
Depression in Parkinson's Disease Has Its Own Brain Signature,and Standard Treatments Miss It
Depression hits 50% of Parkinson's patients, and a Yale study finds it has its own brain signature that standard antidepressants fail to address.
Mental HealthJul 30, 2026
Preteen Suicide in America Is Rising Faster Than Ever,And Experts Say We're Missing the Warning Signs
Preteen suicide in the U.S. hit a record 194 deaths in 2025, with rates rising 8.2% yearly as experts warn warning signs are being missed.
NutritionJul 30, 2026
The Ultra-Processed Food Debate: Why Scientists Can't Agree on What's Actually Unhealthy
Scientists find ultra-processed foods raise mortality risk 15%, yet yogurt and cereals in that category may actually protect health.
Immune SystemJul 30, 2026
The Five Antibodies Your Immune System Relies On: What Each One Does
Your immune system relies on five antibody types, and IgG alone makes up 75% of all blood antibodies, even crossing the placenta to shield newborns.
Weight ManagementJul 29, 2026
Veterans Face a Confusing Coverage Maze for Weight-Loss Drugs: Here's What Actually Gets Approved
VA coverage for weight-loss drugs depends on your diagnosis, not just obesity; knowing which conditions qualify before your appointment changes everything.
Cancer PreventionJul 29, 2026
High-Risk Breast Cancer Screening: Why Twice-Yearly Exams Matter More Than You Think
Women with BRCA mutations or strong family history need high-risk breast cancer screening twice yearly, alternating MRI and mammogram, starting at age 30.
Men's HealthJul 29, 2026
Six Warning Signs Your Prostate Is Enlarging,and Why Catching Them Early Matters
BPH affects up to 90% of men over 70; spotting these six prostate enlargement warning signs early can prevent irreversible bladder damage.
Mental HealthJul 29, 2026
Why Mental Health Directories List Providers Who Don't Actually Answer the Phone
Over 80 percent of mental health directory listings are inaccurate, leaving patients unreachable providers and surprise bills despite landmark new access.
NutritionJul 29, 2026
Why Nutrition Experts Aren't Panicking About Cyclospora, Even as Outbreaks Spread
Nutrition experts at a major conference are still eating salads despite the cyclospora outbreak, and their risk-based reasoning offers a smarter way to.
DiabetesJul 29, 2026
GLP-1 Diabetes Drugs May Slightly Raise Vision Loss Risk, But Experts Say Benefits Still Outweigh Concerns
GLP-1 diabetes drugs may slightly raise NAION vision loss risk, but experts say benefits still outweigh concerns, with only 4 extra cases per 10,000.
Heart & Circulatory HealthJul 28, 2026
New At-Home Heart Failure Treatment Cuts Hospital Visits: What Patients Need to Know
A new FDA-approved heart failure autoinjector delivers IV-strength diuretics at home in under 10 seconds, aiming to cut ER visits and hospitalizations.
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Why Genetic Markers Aren't Predicting How Schizophrenia Patients Respond to Quetiapine
Genetic markers fail to predict quetiapine's cognitive benefits in schizophrenia, but lower doses show surprising improvements in working memory.
Brain HealthJul 28, 2026
Why Some People Resist Dementia Despite Having Alzheimer's Brain Changes
Some people accumulate Alzheimer's plaques yet never develop dementia, and a new study reveals their brain's immune cells may hold the key.
Heart & Circulatory HealthJul 27, 2026
Young Women With PCOS Face 4 Times Higher Heart Disease Risk, Major Study Finds
Women with PCOS face a 4.4 times higher heart disease risk, a danger that persists even at normal weight, starting as young as 31.
Cancer PreventionJul 27, 2026
Your Genes May Determine How Well CAR-T Cancer Therapy Works for You
Your genes may predict CAR-T cell therapy success: researchers linked three key variants to toxicity risk and treatment effectiveness in 200+ lymphoma.
FitnessJul 27, 2026
Why Your First Spin Class Could Land You in the Hospital: What You Need to Know About Rhabdomyolysis
Over 80% of spin-related rhabdomyolysis patients were first-timers; the dangerous muscle breakdown condition can cause kidney failure if warning signs are.
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