A new study published in Nature Communications reveals a link between cannabis use and fertility issues. Researchers found that THC, the psychoactive component of marijuana, is associated with lower rates of chromosomally normal embryos in both lab studies and IVF patient data. Exposure to THC increased chromosomal abnormalities...
The rollout of updated Covid-19 shots in the US is facing significant challenges. Access issues, fueled by misinformation and conflicting guidance from health agencies, are hindering vaccination efforts. Eligibility requirements are confusing, appointment scheduling is difficult, and insurance processing is problematic. Pharmacists in some states require prescriptions,...
US mortality rates dropped 3.8% in 2024, reaching their lowest point since 2020, according to a CDC report. COVID-19 is no longer among the top 10 causes of death. Heart disease, cancer, and unintentional injuries remained the leading causes, though deaths from heart disease and cancer increased slightly. ...
A new UNICEF report reveals that globally, more school-age children and adolescents are obese than underweight, with 188 million affected. Obesity surpasses underweight in all regions except sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. The number of overweight children has doubled in 25 years, reaching 391 million. High obesity rates...
US death rates saw a 3.8% drop in 2024, reaching their lowest point since 2020. This decline, according to CDC data, is linked to fewer COVID-19 deaths, which fell out of the top 10 leading causes of death for the first time in four years. Heart disease, cancer,...
Over 1,000 UK residents with suspected dementia will participate in a trial using a new blood test for Alzheimer's. The test detects biomarkers for rogue proteins, aiming to increase diagnostic accuracy from 70% to over 90%. Currently, diagnosis relies on less accurate cognitive tests and expensive, rarely used...
A new report, "Make Our Children Healthy Again," aims to improve children's health by focusing on nutrition, exercise, and vaccine review. However, critics deem it lacking in specifics and regulatory action, particularly regarding pesticides and ultra-processed foods. The report highlights existing initiatives, like updated dietary guidelines and the...
The Trump administration released a "Make America Healthy Again" report prioritizing investigations into vaccine injuries, prescription drug use, and autism. Overseen by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the report calls for increased research, not regulatory changes. Kennedy's push to investigate vaccine injuries has caused controversy, with senators...
The White House released a report from the "Make America Healthy Again Commission," recommending sweeping health and food policy changes. Key proposals include reviewing fluoride in drinking water, a new vaccine framework addressing vaccine injuries, cracking down on prescription drug advertising, altering sunscreen regulations, and allowing whole milk in...
A school bus carrying a Minco, Oklahoma softball team crashed west of the town Monday evening, resulting in multiple severe injuries. Minco Schools Superintendent Kevin Sims announced school closure Tuesday. At least six individuals were transported to hospitals, according to Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP), which is investigating the...
