Diabetes: nearly half don’t know they have it
A new analysis warns that millions worldwide are living with diabetes without knowing it. The findings, drawn from decades of data, reveal large gaps in … Read more
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U.S. depression rates still at record highs: new Gallup poll
The latest Gallup survey finds that depressive feelings in the United States remain at levels rarely seen before recent years, raising fresh questions about long-term … Read more
Pancreatic cancer: cigarette smoke may fuel tumor growth and spread
New experiments are illuminating how cigarette smoke can change the body’s defenses and make pancreatic tumors more aggressive. The findings point to a specific immune … Read more
keto diet eases major depressive disorder symptoms: study shows significant improvements
A small new trial suggests that changing what you eat might alter how you feel. Researchers tracked college students who adopted a ketogenic eating plan … Read more
Julianne Moore fights Alzheimer’s: still advocating a decade after Still Alice
A decade after her Oscar-winning turn in Still Alice, Julianne Moore has kept Alzheimer’s at the center of her public life. She uses her platform … Read more
Cannabis users’ type 2 diabetes risk quadruples: large study
A massive review of medical records suggests a surprising link: adults who use cannabis appear far more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than their … Read more
Weighted vests may boost fitness: weight loss benefits remain unclear
Weighted vests have exploded across parks and social feeds, backed by glowing testimonials and bold claims. Fans say they boost posture, burn more calories, and … Read more
Ozempic and Wegovy fall short for emotional eating: study
New research suggests that popular weight-loss medications may not work equally for everyone. People who reach for food in response to sadness, stress, or boredom … Read more
Heart attacks in women under 65: study finds surprising causes
Younger adults who suffer heart attacks are often assumed to have the same culprit as older patients: clogged coronary arteries. A new, long-term study shows … Read more
Flu shot this fall: do experts say you need one?
Health authorities are urging eligible people to get their flu shot this fall as respiratory viruses begin to circulate again. After a punishing season last … Read more