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'I'm an ER doctor — these are the injuries I see most on 4th of July'

Medical experts warn about July 4th health hazards, as ERs see peak visits from fireworks injuries, alcohol accidents, burns, heat exhaustion and drowning.

Popular weight-loss drugs show promising new power against debilitating migraines

Study finds the GLP-1 drug liraglutide reduced migraine days by almost 50% in patients with obesity, with quality of life improvements occurring despite minimal weight changes.

Breast cancer survivors may have lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, study finds

Breast cancer treatment might offer protection against Alzheimer's disease, with a study of 70,000 survivors showing lower dementia risk, especially with radiation therapy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.