Health

For millions of people living with autoimmune diseases, everyday life can involve persistent symptoms, ongoing medication, and the uncertainty of never knowing when their condition might flare up again. Now, researchers are investigating an experimental immune-cell therapy that could eventually offer a different approach to treating certain autoimmune conditions. Early clinical trial results involving people …

Cats are beloved members of millions of American households, but new research has uncovered a potential health concern that cat owners should understand. A study examining more than 157,000 feline stool samples found that approximately one in 15 tested cats carried Giardia duodenalis, an intestinal parasite that can also infect humans. The findings have drawn …

Reports of a possible second death linked to a suspected plague infection in Russia have intensified scrutiny of a mysterious medical case in Siberia. The incident has prompted quarantine measures, international questions and growing concern over the information being released by Russian health authorities. Darya Shipilova, a 28-year-old laboratory worker at an anti-plague research institute, …

A baby tooth can preserve more than a childhood memory. New research suggests that these tiny teeth may also contain clues about long-term exposure to hundreds of chemicals during some of the earliest stages of development. A small pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found significantly higher concentrations …

A high cholesterol result can leave you wondering what you can actually change. The answer may be much simpler than the supplement shelves suggest, and one leading cardiologist points toward foods rather than trendy pills or powders. Dr Riyaz Patel, an NHS doctor and academic cardiologist at University College London, says plant sterols and stanols …

For many people trying to lose weight, the promise sounds almost irresistible. What if eating just one meal a day could simplify your routine, reduce calorie intake, and help you shed unwanted pounds without counting every bite? In a world filled with complicated diet plans and conflicting nutrition advice, the simplicity of this approach can …

Anxiety is something we all experience from time to time. Whether it’s the nerves before a big work presentation, the awkwardness of meeting new people, or simply trying to fit all our errands into one busy afternoon, those feelings are part of being human. In fact, a bit of anxiety is often our brain’s way …

Type 2 diabetes has long been considered a lifelong condition, something to be managed rather than reversed. But recent research and clinical experience are changing that belief in a meaningful way. Many people are discovering that with the right lifestyle shifts, blood sugar levels can return to a healthy range, sometimes more quickly than expected. …

Once dismissed as a counterculture indulgence, marijuana has rapidly transformed into a mainstream staple—from vape pens in gym bags to edibles on wellness shelves. With legalization gaining ground and claims of medicinal benefits on the rise, it’s easy to see why cannabis is riding a high in public perception. But behind the haze of popularity, …

Imagine two people sitting down for the same memory test on the same afternoon. They are the same age, have similar education, and nothing obvious separates them on paper. Yet one performs like someone seven and a half years younger. That gap came from a study of 960 older adults in Chicago who completed food …

In recent years, vaping, the act of inhaling vapor produced by an e-cigarette, has witnessed a noteworthy surge in popularity, becoming a prevalent substitute for traditional smoking. Initially marketed as a safer alternative to tobacco smoking, e-cigarettes have found a considerable user base among various age groups, particularly among youth, where sleek designs and flavored …

Sugar substitutes are often marketed as a smarter choice for weight control and blood sugar balance. You see them in protein bars, diet drinks, keto snacks, and even products labeled as natural. For years, many people believed these alternatives were gentler on the body than regular sugar. Recent research is now raising serious questions about …