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Health 13 hours ago

New weekly injection for Parkinson's could replace daily pill for millions, study suggests

Research shows promising results for a weekly injectable Parkinson's treatment that maintains consistent medication levels, possibly eliminating multiple daily pills.

Health 19 hours ago

Scientists crack the code on new vaccine for deadly plague bacteria

New bacterial mRNA vaccine technology shows promise in fighting plague, and could help address the global threat of antibiotic resistance through rapid vaccine development.

Health 1 day ago

Men face double dementia risk if they have a hidden genetic mutation

Scientists identify a specific gene variant that doubles dementia risk in older men, suggesting the potential for targeted testing and personalized prevention.

Arizona 3 days ago

Arizona resident dies of pneumonic plague, the first deadly case in area in nearly 20 years

The first pneumonic plague death in Arizona's Coconino County in almost two decades highlights the rare but deadly respiratory disease transmitted mainly by infected fleas.

Health 3 days ago

Popular back pain medication linked to brain health risks in some patients

New research shows adults aged 35 to 64 prescribed gabapentin for chronic pain are twice as likely to develop dementia and three times more likely to develop mild cognitive impairment.

Tech 4 days ago

Noninvasive brain tech and AI moves robotic hand with thought

Carnegie Mellon's noninvasive brain technology allows users to move robotic fingers by thinking about the motion, offering new possibilities for people with motor impairments.

Health 5 days ago

Bryan Kohberger, Luigi Mangione may share same rare neurological condition: What to know

Visual snow syndrome, a condition causing static-like vision impairment, allegedly connects Idaho murderer Bryan Kohberger and UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione.

Tech 5 days ago

AI brain scan tool predicts how fast you are aging

Scientists from Duke, Harvard, and the University of Otago have unveiled a game-changing tool called DunedinPACNI. It uses a single AI brain scan to reveal how fast a person is biologically aging.

Health 5 days ago

Actress reveals how cancer test that saved her life led to surprising family discovery

The breast cancer risk assessment test that detected Olivia Munn's aggressive Luminal B cancer has now identified breast cancer in her mother, demonstrating its life-saving potential.

Health July 8

Never smoked? You could still be at risk of developing lung cancer, doctors warn

Medical experts report rising lung cancer diagnoses in non-smokers as smoking rates decline, raising questions about expanding screening guidelines beyond traditional high-risk groups.

Parkinsons Disease July 7

Stanford scientists 'totally surprised' by potential Parkinson's treatment discovery

New research shows that inhibiting overactive LRRK2 enzymes could stabilize Parkinson's disease progression, with Stanford scientists reporting improvement in neuron communication in mice.

Tech July 7

How micro-robots may soon treat your sinus infections

Scientists have created micro-robots for sinus infection treatment that can enter the nasal cavity, eliminate bacteria directly at the source, and exit without harming surrounding tissue.

Opinion July 5

How sensationalized headlines about 'brain plastic' are undermining trust in safe, sustainable materials

Microplastics research faces standardization challenges as viral headlines about "plastic in your brain" overshadow scientific nuance, while FDA finds no evidence of health risks.

Health July 4

Just one hot dog a day could raise disease risk, study suggests, but some cite caveats

Study analyzing 77 research papers finds habitual consumption of processed foods increases chronic disease risk, challenging assumptions about safe levels.

Health July 3

'Shark Tank' star Barbara Corcoran reveals secret weapons in the battle against aging

'Shark Tank' star Barbara Corcoran reveals her anti-aging regimen on Instagram, including three facelifts, various lifts, fillers, laser treatments and cosmetic maintenance procedures.

Health July 2

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.

DEI July 1

MAGA law group fights to expose how Biden's DEI agenda may have tainted life-saving organ transplants

Conservative legal group files lawsuit seeking to uncover whether the former Biden admin's infusion of DEI into the federal government may have impacted organ donation and transplantation policies.

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 July 1

Gut microbes could be key to fighting toxic, long-lasting 'forever chemicals,' research says

Research shows gut microbiome could help eliminate persistent PFAS that linger in bodies for years, as scientists work to develop protective probiotics.

Tech July 1

Paralyzed man speaks and sings with AI brain-computer interface

Thanks to a team at the University of California, Davis, there's a new brain-computer interface (BCI) system that's opening up real-time, natural conversation for people who can't speak.

Health June 30

Just one surgical procedure is more popular than breast augmentation: See the report

Plastic surgery trends show growing acceptance of aesthetic procedures as self-care, with over 28.5 million minimally invasive treatments in 2024 alongside steady surgical demand.

Health June 30

Living near a golf course is linked to Parkinson’s risk in new study as some cite limitations

A study links living near golf courses to higher Parkinson's risk, with strongest association found in those one to three miles from courses and vulnerable groundwater. Others cite limitations.

Health June 29

Ancient 'pharaoh's curse' fungus shows promise in killing cancer cells

Could a legendary tomb curse become a medical miracle? Scientists may have reengineered Aspergillus flavus, linked to King Tut's tomb, into a leukemia-fighting agent.

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.

VIDEO June 28

Hits and Misses

The week's best and worst from Kim Strassel, Allysia Finley and Dan Henninger

Food-Drink June 28

Ingredient in common kitchen herbs could target Alzheimer's, but don't change any recipes just yet

A study revealed carnosic acid in herbs may help combat Alzheimer's by reducing inflammation and improving brain cell connections, but cooking with herbs alone won't provide benefits just yet.

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.

Health June 26

Heart attack deaths have plummeted in US, but new cardiovascular threats emerge

Research shows heart attack deaths have plummeted by nearly 90% since 1970, while deaths from heart failure and arrhythmias have increased, highlighting new cardiovascular challenges.

VIDEO June 26

New study suggests synthetic dyes pose numerous health risks

91±¬ÁÏ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the artificial food dyes used by American food companies and more on ‘America’s Newsroom.’