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Quitting smoking nearly doubles life expectancy for cancer patients
Patients with advanced cancer gained nearly a full year of additional life if they quit smoking, compared…
Hair-loss drug tied to suicides, depression and anxiety in global study
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).…
Millions of birds are migrating — here’s how to help keep them safe
This week saw the biggest migration event ever recorded by the BirdCast, a bird study project at Cornell…
Researchers recreate the effects of psychedelic drugs using VR program
A new study suggests that virtual reality experiences designed to mimic psychedelic visual effects could…
Study notes uptick in heart complications during pregnancy
Heart-related health problems might affect as many as 1 in 7 pregnancies, even among women without any…
USDA warns of potential listeria contamination in HelloFresh meals
Federal health authorities are warning of potential listeria contamination of…
FDA weighs warning label change for menopause hormone therapy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reviewing whether to change the warning label on hormone…
Scientists use nanoparticles to clear Alzheimer’s brain plaque in mice
1 of 2 | Before-and-after fluorescence microscope images of a mouse brain show red-colored…
CDC makes recommendations on COVID-19, MMRV vaccines
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is a vaccine skeptic. His Centers for Disease…
Analysis finds adrenaline nasal spray as effective as EpiPen
Adrenaline delivered with liquid or powder nasal sprays is as effective, and sometimes even better, than…
Minnesota reports 10 new measles cases in unvaccinated travelers
Minnesota officials this week confirmed 10 new measles cases in the state, all of which are among…
Hidden infection kills millions of children each year as doctors warn of overlooked symptoms
Globally, sepsis infection is the leading cause of death in children, taking more than 3.4 million lives per year, according to the Sepsis Alliance — and 85% of these deaths…
As whooping cough cases rise, newborns most at risk, experts say
According to experts, a recent rise in whooping cough cases could be especially dangerous for newborns.…
Three common fruits can help Americans fall asleep faster and sleep better
If counting sheep isn't working, Americans may want to hit the fruit aisle next time they are at the grocery store. Certain fruits packed with natural hormones and minerals…
Smart patch helps addicts, alcoholics manage stress, cravings
A biofeedback patch provides people with real-time monitoring of their heart rate, which can become…
Low testosterone signs men can’t ignore — and what experts say about hormone therapy
A recent episode of the hit Hulu comedy "Only Murders in the Building" highlights a hormone therapy that many men request as they get older. Steve Martin’s character,…
Bad sleep linked to accelerated brain aging, study finds
People's brains aged faster as they scored worse on a five-point scale of sleep quality, researchers…
Risk of long COVID doubles in kids after second infection
Children and teens have a doubled risk of ending up with long COVID after becoming infected with COVID-19…
Big consumers of ultra-processed foods show most inflammation: study
A new study from researchers at Florida Atlantic University draws a link between consumption of…
New breast cancer drug wins FDA approval after slashing progression risk by nearly 40%
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for advanced breast cancer. Drugmaker Eli Lilly announced Sept. 25 the approval of Inluriyo, an oral…