The Trump administration is launching a new initiative allowing millions of Americans to upload their health data onto private tech company apps, promising easier access to records and wellness monitoring. The initiative, involving companies like Google and Amazon, focuses on diabetes, weight management, and AI-driven tools. While officials...
A recent study suggests that up to 45% of dementia risk is linked to modifiable factors like diet and exercise. These boost BDNF, a protein crucial for brain health and cognitive function. Dr. Alexander Zubkov recommends 7,000-8,000 daily steps at a brisk pace, along with the MIND diet...
The New York Times corrected a front-page photo of a malnourished Gazan child, acknowledging the boy had pre-existing health issues predating the current conflict. The correction, added online and to a NYT PR account on X, followed reports revealing the child's cerebral palsy and other medical conditions. While the...
Mosquitoes are the deadliest animals to humans, causing over a million deaths annually through disease transmission, far surpassing sharks. Historian Dr. Timothy Winegard's book, "The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator," details the insect's significant impact on human history and development. While genetics influence mosquito attraction,...
The rise in popularity of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic has led to a surge in patients seeking cosmetic procedures to address the resulting "Ozempic face," characterized by sagging skin and a hollowed appearance. Dermatologists and plastic surgeons are reporting a significant increase in clients undergoing facelifts, fillers, and other...
Susan Monarez was confirmed as the new CDC director by a 51-47 Senate vote. President Trump's nominee, Monarez previously headed the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health. Her confirmation followed a hearing where she addressed concerns about vaccine safety, fluoride in water, and her working relationship with...
A 12-year-old South Carolina boy, Jaysen Carr, died from a brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, two weeks after swimming in Lake Murray. The amoeba, which enters the body through the nose, causes a fatal brain infection. Fewer than 10 cases are reported annually in the U.S. Carr's death...
U.S. health officials are recommending a nationwide ban on 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a kratom derivative found in energy drinks and supplements. The FDA considers 7-OH a potent opioid, more powerful than morphine, posing a risk of addiction and overdose. This follows recent FDA warnings to companies selling 7-OH-infused products. ...
A new study reveals that brisk 15-minute walks daily significantly reduce heart disease risk and mortality. Researchers analyzing data from over 79,000 adults found that fast walking, even for short durations, yielded better results than longer periods of slow walking. The study, published in the American Journal of...
A new study published in The Lancet Public Health reveals that walking 7,000 steps daily offers similar health benefits to the commonly recommended 10,000 steps. Researchers found a 47% reduction in premature death risk at 7,000 steps, with diminishing returns beyond that. Even increasing steps from 2,000 to...
