Health and Me

GLP-1s May Be Working in an Entirely Different Way Than We Thought

New study finds bacterial infections affect about 1 in 20 hospitalized adults with firearm injuries

Could one blood test detect multiple cancers earlier? UNC researchers hope to find out

For decades, we were told to choose low-fat dairy. New research says otherwise

I didn't know I'd been hosting a parasite for years

A simple supplement could help the immune system fight cancer and viruses

Vaping may be creating the next wave of lung cancer: Oncologists explain why new-age smoking habits are more dangerous than many people think

These Drugs Save Lives, But Millions of Eligible Americans Aren’t Taking Them

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The U.S. Is Warning Travelers About an Outbreak in This Popular Beach Destination—Citing ‘Severe Illness’

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There's a Scientific Reason Regular Cannabis Users Wake Up More Stressed

New research from Oregon State University suggests a biological link between frequent cannabis consumption and elevated morning stress hormone levels.

A hidden Alzheimer’s tipping point may decide who gets dementia

Midlife brain remodeling may set a hidden tipping point that determines who later develops Alzheimer’s.

How Many Electrolytes Should You Be Taking, and Can You Have Too Many?

Rising interest in electrolyte supplementation is sparking a debate over proper dosage, hidden ingredients, and whether food is a superior alternative.

'X-Men' star Tyler Mane says his male breast cancer diagnosis taught him 1 lesson: Men need to talk about their health

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GLP-1 drugs linked to 17% drop in worker sick leave, new economic study finds

A new economic study suggests a correlation between the use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and a 17% reduction in employee sick leave.

Late-Night Snacking Triggers Metabolic Disease in Night Owls

Emerging research links late-night eating patterns in 'night owls' to elevated risks of metabolic disease and poor heart health.

What is Chandipura Virus? Why this rare infection is raising concern again, and what every parent should

A rare and fast-acting brain infection, the Chandipura virus, has returned to Gujarat and Rajasthan, claiming the lives of several children.

A tiny GLP-1 implant is the latest bet to help patients maintain their weight loss

Novo Nordisk and Vivani have announced a partnership to develop a long-acting semaglutide implant designed to assist with long-term weight loss.

Arsenic, lead and other metals in tampons aren’t harmful, FDA report concludes

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Millions may be getting the wrong cholesterol test

Millions may be getting the wrong cholesterol test, according to a recent study

Bryan Johnson is battling THIS rare autoimmune disease: Biohacker shares his health issue in recent post

Biohacker and longevity expert Bryan Johnson has revealed he is battling a rare autoimmune condition that affects his stomach.

Uganda finds isolated Marburg virus case, Africa CDC says

A trip to India left me with 38 parasites in my brain

A UK woman's account of contracting neurocysticercosis and a metre-long tapeworm following a trip to India is drawing widespread attention.

Marburg outbreak is reported in Uganda, threatening to complicate Ebola response in region

Uganda reports a Marburg virus outbreak, complicating Ebola response in the region

Could GLP-1 Drugs Help You Live Longer?

Tiny Antarctic sea creature could be key to treating melanoma, researchers say

Researchers have identified a tiny Antarctic sea creature that may be instrumental in developing new treatments for melanoma.