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HEALTH September 22, 2024

Virus linked to rare paralyzing illness in children could spike in US, wastewater data suggests

Wastewater samples have shown elevated levels of a respiratory virus that has been linked to paralysis in some children, according to a report from WastewaterSCAN. Infectious disease experts weigh in.

Women's Health September 20, 2024

During pregnancy, a woman's brain experiences 'profound changes,' new study finds

A new study mapped how the brain responds to rapid hormonal changes during pregnancy, which could explain a wide range of experiences that pregnant women have, according to experts.

HEALTH September 16, 2024

Alzheimer’s disease could be slowed by boosting a certain protein in the brain, researchers say

Boosting a certain brain protein could help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study has found. The University of Cincinnati researchers and an Alzheimer's Association expert weigh in.

New Orleans Saints September 14, 2024

Ex-Saints player Steve Gleason stable after being moved to hospital as Hurricane Francine made landfall

Former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason was stable after he was moved to a hospital in the midst of Hurricane Francine hitting Louisiana.

Miami Dolphins September 13, 2024

Neuroscientist, former wrestler Chris Nowinski concludes Tua Tagovailoa 'suffered traumatic brain injury'

Sports analysts, former NFL players and fans have debated whether Tua Tagovailoa should walk away from the game after the quarterback's latest head injury.

NFL September 13, 2024

Tua Tagovailoa's retirement could cost Dolphins $124M after GM relied on jiujitsu to end his concussions

If quarterback Tua Tagovailoa retires, the Dolphins will have to pay him his remaining guaranteed salary after a failed martial arts experiment.

VIDEO September 13, 2024

Tua Tagovailoa's latest concussion is 'career-threatening': Dr. Marc Siegel

91±¬ÁÏ senior medical analyst reacts to the dangers of the NFL quarterback suffering a third concussion in two years.

HEALTH September 11, 2024

COVID pandemic restrictions had 'alarming' impact on teenagers’ brains, new study finds

The pandemic’s negative effects on kids and teens included changes to young brains, a new study has found. A researcher and a neurosurgeon comment on the impact.

HEART HEALTH September 9, 2024

Blood pressure is 'higher than normal' for 1 in 7 kids, says American Heart Association

New preliminary research from the American Heart Association found that about 14% of children and teens in the U.S. have high blood pressure or are at risk. Experts weigh in on causes and prevention.

HEALTH September 8, 2024

Parkinson’s disease risk is linked to gut health, researchers say

Those who have had damage to the upper lining of their gastrointestinal tract are 76% more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease, according to research led by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

HEALTH September 8, 2024

Alzheimer’s risk may increase with light pollution, new study finds

Exposure to outdoor light at night could put people at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study published in Frontiers in Neuroscience.