Researchers sequence a patient’s genome in record-breaking time
Researchers at Boston Children's Hospital said they sequenced a patient's genome in 3 hours and 57…
Nighttime Halloween fun presents heightened risk for kids
1 of 3 | A child enjoys Halloween treats at the White House in 2019. According to the U.S.…
Researchers develop customizable finger brace to ease care
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University developed a new, customizable finger brace designed to ease…
New dietary guidance recommends kiwis, rye bread for constipation
New dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association say kiwis, rye bread and certain supplements…
Study links stronger muscles to reduced organ damage from obesity
People with excess body fat who also had stronger handgrip strength were less likely to develop…
Alzheimer’s disease blood test gets FDA approval
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared another blood test that could help doctors identify…
Consumer Reports finds unsafe lead levels in many protein supplements
An investigation released Tuesday by Consumer Reports sounded the alarm about lead and heavy metals in…
Researchers note spike in fentanyl-related deaths in seniors
A new study suggests fentanyl overdose deaths are surging among seniors, particularly in cases where the…
He carries the Alzheimer’s gene but never got the disease — scientists want to know why
A Washington man appeared to be destined to develop Alzheimer’s disease — but against all genetic odds, he has eluded the common dementia for decades. Researchers at the…
At least 153 unvaccinated students in S.C. quarantined for measles
A MMR vaccine information packet is pictured in Lubbock, Texas, amid an outbreak of measles in the state…
New approach targets social skills to help schizophrenia patients heal
Schizophrenia, a serious mental illness that affects how people think, feel and behave, often begins…
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…
Europe’s health system under strain as doctors and nurses face mental health crisis
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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…
Civilians in Ukraine face death and injury amid new attacks
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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…
‘Never be afraid to ask for help’: Ukrainians scarred by war find space to heal
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