Global cancer diagnoses are projected to reach 35 million by 2050, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO), marking a 77% increase from the 20 million cases diagnosed in 2022. The data,…

Four individuals in Washington state have tested positive this month for a rare fungal infection that can be fatal. “It’s the state’s first known outbreak of the fungus, called Candida auris,” said Seattle and King…

Azurity Pharmaceuticals has initiated a recall of certain batches of its ADHD and narcolepsy medication, Zenzedi, following the discovery of incorrect pills within a package of the drug. According to the recall notice issued on…

In a recent report, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlighted a concerning trend: nearly a quarter of syphilis cases in the United States were diagnosed in women in 2022. This indicates a…

These cases of Alzheimer’s disease presented an unusual pattern. Firstly, the patients exhibited atypical symptoms for Alzheimer’s disease, with some even as young as their 30s, 40s, and 50s—considerably younger than typical onset ages for…

There’s promising news about cancer: cancer-related deaths are declining. Over the past three decades, reductions in smoking rates, advancements in treatments, regular screening, and faster diagnoses have collectively led to nearly 4 million fewer deaths…

A recent study has identified two significant factors that greatly increase the likelihood of experiencing a migraine. Poor sleep and low energy the night before are strong indicators of waking up with a painful headache…

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is currently investigating a confirmed case of the Hepatitis A virus in an individual who worked at a ShopRite located in Northeast Philadelphia. According to officials, the affected employee…

The disease known as syphilis, which ravaged Europe in the 15th century and continues to be a global health concern, has a complex history and origins that have sparked considerable debate and historical stigma. Initially…

Measles, a preventable disease through vaccination, is experiencing a resurgence in Europe, including the United Kingdom, with small outbreaks also emerging in various parts of the United States. In Europe, reported measles cases surged more…

John King’s childhood was filled with a passion for building and tinkering, from radios to bicycles and furniture. Little did he anticipate that this lifelong pursuit would later serve a crucial purpose: saving lives threatened…

A study published in the journal Science this week has identified a significant and persistent change in certain blood proteins among individuals suffering from long Covid, suggesting that their immune systems remain hyperactive long after…

The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has issued a cautionary statement regarding the potential emergence of Disease X. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Tedros urged nations to…

A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition highlights the significant benefits of consuming protein, particularly plant-based protein, in reducing the risk of chronic illness among aging women. According to study author…

A midwife in New York has been fined $300,000 for administering homeopathic pellets to 1,500 children instead of required vaccinations for diseases such as hepatitis, measles, and polio. The state’s Department of Health announced the…

Taking a daily multivitamin may offer protection against memory loss in older adults, according to a series of studies involving over 5,000 participants. The trio of studies, part of the larger COSMOS trial, explored the…

Drinking a glass or more of 100% fruit juice daily has been associated with a slight increase in weight among both children and adults, according to a recent analysis of previous studies. “One fundamental problem…

Colorectal cancer is now identified as the deadliest cancer for men under 50 and the second deadliest among women in the same age group, following breast cancer. Over the past two decades, the incidence of…

A recent study has concluded that there is no connection between cannabis use and non-medical opioid use among individuals undergoing pharmacotherapy for opioid use disorder. The findings do not support the notion that cannabis either…

Researchers at the West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) have discovered that combining focused ultrasound with antibody therapies can expedite the removal of amyloid-beta plaques from the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. Amyloid-beta proteins accumulating…

With a new variant of the Sars-CoV-2 virus driving a surge in cases, it highlights the evolution of the disease since the onset of the pandemic – and revisits the phenomenon of “Covid toe”. “Almost…

A new study published in The New England Journal of Medicine reveals that a record number of high school teens succumbed to drug overdoses in 2022, driven primarily by fentanyl poisonings from counterfeit pills. Using…

An international team of scientists claims to have uncovered answers to why certain diseases are more prevalent in different parts of Europe and why there is a height disparity between northern and southern Europeans, by…

Scientists have revealed a groundbreaking advancement: a straightforward test capable of identifying 18 types of early-stage cancers, potentially transforming medical diagnostics. Cancer is a leading cause of death globally, but early detection significantly enhances treatment…

In a pioneering study, researchers from the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center have unearthed a surprising revelation: bottled water available in stores may harbor significantly higher concentrations of plastic particles than previously assumed—nanoparticles…

Researchers at the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center have pinpointed a mechanism responsible for severe gastrointestinal issues associated with immune-based cancer therapies. Moreover, they have devised a method to harness the cancer-fighting benefits…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) disclosed the origin of a second nationwide tuberculosis (TB) outbreak on Thursday. The CDC identified two TB patients in early July 2023 who had undergone spinal surgeries…

Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo’s recent comments critical of COVID-19 vaccines took a religious turn during an interview with far-right podcast host Steve Bannon, where he labeled the vaccines as the “Antichrist of all…

Semaglutide, a medication used for treating diabetes and obesity, has gained popularity recently and may carry a lower risk of suicidal ideation compared to other treatments, according to a recent analysis. Funded by the National…

Indoor mask mandates have been reintroduced across all New York City public hospitals in response to an uptick in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 and influenza. This requirement applies to the 11 hospitals, 30 health centers,…

Scientists have uncovered a groundbreaking new class of antibiotic that shows promise in combating one of the three most concerning drug-resistant bacteria threatening human health. Zosurabalpin has demonstrated efficacy against highly drug-resistant strains of Carbapenem-resistant…

Doctors are observing a notable increase in scabies cases across the UK, coupled with a severe shortage of treatments, highlighting a significant public health concern. Scabies, caused by mites and characterized by an itchy rash,…

Doctors emphasize that smokers attempting to quit are more than twice as likely to succeed if they utilize a medication that reduces nicotine cravings, highlighting its potential as a key tool in smoking cessation efforts.…

A neuroimaging study conducted in the Netherlands has identified brain networks associated with specific cognitive functions in individuals with depression. The study, published in Psychological Medicine, revealed that those with more severe depression symptoms generally…

As the holiday season winds down and Covid-19 cases begin to rise, a variant known as JN.1 has emerged as the predominant strain spreading across the United States. JN.1 originated from the variant BA.2.86 and…

High cholesterol is increasingly prevalent among adults in the US, affecting nearly 2 in 5 individuals. A promising new vaccine under development aims to effectively and affordably lower levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol in the body.…

Scientists have made a breakthrough in cancer cell destruction using a novel method involving aminocyanine molecules. By stimulating these molecules with near-infrared light, researchers were able to synchronize their vibrations, which effectively ruptured the membranes…

The surge in interest in GLP-1 drugs this year has firmly established them as a dominant force in the space of weight loss, eclipsing traditional methods in Google searches. The GLP-1 hormone, crucial for regulating…

A recent study from Sweden has discovered that individuals who excessively worry about their health tend to have shorter lifespans compared to those who do not. It might seem paradoxical that individuals who worry persistently,…

A food poisoning outbreak that resulted in two deaths and 51 illnesses has underscored the limited understanding of morel mushrooms and the risks associated with preparing this popular and expensive delicacy. The FDA launched an…

The warning came amidst the World Health Organization’s report of over five million dengue infections and 5,000 deaths worldwide from the disease this year. Speaking to journalists at the UN in Geneva, Dr. Diana Rojas…

Dieters around the world understand that despite culinary creativity, nothing quite compares to the satisfaction derived from sugary or fatty foods. Now, science may have found a solution: a vibrating pill that, when swallowed before…

In Massachusetts, a 15-year-old girl has experienced vocal cord paralysis following a COVID-19 infection, marking a unique case among adolescents. The otherwise healthy teenager visited Massachusetts General Hospital’s emergency room nine days after testing positive…

A crucial mystery surrounding one of the most prevalent autoimmune diseases may have finally been unraveled. Researchers from Northwestern Medicine and Brigham and Women’s Hospital have identified a potential root cause of lupus, a disease…

A breakthrough in the fight against drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria has emerged with the discovery of a new class of antibiotics, facilitated by more transparent deep learning models. Artificial intelligence (AI) has proven to…

Results from a Phase II clinical trial indicate that psilocybin, a hallucinogenic chemical found in certain mushrooms of the genus Psilocybe, may offer benefits to individuals with cancer and major depression. Participants treated with psilocybin…

The Wake County Public Health Department is currently investigating 241 complaints from patrons who fell ill after dining at a sushi restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina. Among them is a groom who has filed a…

Abdoulaye Diabate survived a life-threatening encounter with malaria at the age of five, an experience that tragically claimed the lives of his younger cousins aged three and four. Today, he leads research in medical entomology…

A Canadian woman, Tracey Thompson, has made an application for medical assistance in dying after being incapacitated by long Covid, which has left her unemployed and in constant pain. Her case has sparked concerns that…

A study published on Wednesday in the journal Nature reveals that the primary cause of nausea and vomiting in the first trimester of pregnancy is attributed to a single hormone, marking a potential breakthrough for…

Major tobacco companies like Philip Morris International (PMI) (PM.N) and British American Tobacco (BATS.L) are increasingly focusing on new nicotine products, but investors and analysts warn that stringent regulations akin to those for cigarettes could…

A robust piece of farm-fresh chicken leg sat on a pristine surface at Harvard Medical School. With skin intact and bone inside, it was precisely sliced to just crack the bone. A robotic arm maneuvered…

Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a warning about Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), a potentially fatal disease transmitted by ticks, which has affected five individuals who traveled to or resided…

Researchers at Linköping University have scrutinized the brains of 16 patients who were previously hospitalized for COVID-19 and continue to experience lingering symptoms. They have identified structural differences in brain tissue between these patients and…

A study led by the University of Michigan, analyzing genetic and health data from over 276,000 individuals, provides robust evidence supporting a long-standing evolutionary theory on aging and senescence. In 1957, evolutionary biologist George Williams…

The Texas Supreme Court has issued a temporary block preventing a woman from obtaining an emergency abortion. Kate Cox, 31, sought legal permission for the abortion due to a genetic abnormality diagnosed in her fetus,…

At the age of 19, Joe Tsogbe underwent his first hip replacement surgery due to complications from sickle cell disease. Throughout his 20s, he faced an average of nine hospitalizations annually, a number that increased…

Some major food companies are looking for the creation of meals or products tailored specifically for individuals using weight loss drugs such as Ozempic. During their recent earnings call, executives from Nestlé disclosed plans to…

Researchers have devised a method to implant a thread-like device housing insulin-secreting pancreatic cells beneath the skin, effectively reversing type 1 diabetes in mice without the need for anti-rejection drugs. This innovation could potentially offer…

OpenAI’s ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence system that generates responses based on internet data, faced scrutiny in a study by pharmacists who found that nearly three-fourths of its responses to drug-related questions were either incomplete or…

At least 10 infants, and possibly more than 12, have been identified with what doctors suspect is a novel syndrome linked to exposure to fentanyl during pregnancy. All these babies exhibit distinct physical birth defects,…

A drug that prevents HIV infection has been confirmed as highly effective in real-world prevention, according to a study. The study, which focused on 24,000 individuals across England taking the drug, has been described as…

In 2020, biologist Michael Levin and his team made headlines by creating what they termed “biological robots” from clusters of cells that could move independently across surfaces. These entities, named xenobots after the African clawed…

Health officials in Ohio are alerting the public to an increase in pneumonia cases among children, emphasizing that this outbreak is unrelated to the recent one reported in China. In a press release on Thursday,…

New analysis suggests that individuals who exhibit conscientiousness, extroversion, and a positive outlook are less likely to develop dementia, a condition affecting millions worldwide. Researchers examined data from eight studies involving over 44,000 individuals aged…

Government data released on Monday reveals that the prevalence of a highly mutated COVID-19 variant has tripled in the past two weeks. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 1…

Health officials in the US have identified a concerning cluster of syphilis cases: five women reportedly contracted the infection in their eyes after contact with the same man, suggesting the emergence of a new strain…

Health authorities are urgently tracking down contacts of an individual infected with a new strain of swine flu, after the UK confirmed its first human case of H1N2. Since 2005, there have been fifty reported…

In a Facebook group for parents, a mother seeks advice amid a recent increase in measles cases. She received a letter from the NHS urging her to vaccinate her young daughter with the MMR vaccine,…

The risk of oesophageal adenocarcinoma (OAC) and head and neck cancer (HNC) due to ultra-processed foods (UPFs) was explored in a recent study published in the European Journal of Nutrition, using data from the European…

Hospitals in Beijing and northern China are currently facing a surge in children with respiratory illnesses as the country experiences its first winter since easing strict Covid-19 controls nearly a year ago. According to Chinese…

Researchers have identified a potential cause of chronic itching in patients with conditions like eczema, linking it to a common bacterium carried by one in three Americans. Previously, scientists attributed persistent itching in individuals with…

A breakthrough procedure guided by imaging that takes just 10 minutes may offer relief for long COVID patients suffering from anosmia, or loss of smell, according to new findings to be presented next week at…

A new study suggests that individuals who accumulate significant amounts of fat around their organs as they age may face a heightened risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. This type of fat, known as visceral fat,…

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Eli Lilly approval for a new obesity drug, Zepbound, positioning it as a competitor to the widely-used weight loss medication Wegovy. This approval represents a significant advancement…

A mysterious and potentially fatal respiratory illness is emerging among dogs across multiple states in the US, leaving veterinarians puzzled and determined to uncover its origins. The illness manifests initially as a persistent cough that…

The geysers aren’t the only things causing concern at Yellowstone National Park. Officials are cautioning visitors to avoid wildlife encounters following the discovery of a “zombie” deer near Yellowstone Lake, a popular area within the…

Nearly 450 patients at a hospital in Massachusetts may have been exposed to hepatitis and HIV due to improper administration of IV medication over the past two years, hospital officials reported. The potential exposure at…

The use of ketamine, originally a party drug and anesthetic, is showing promise in clinical trials as a treatment for depression. However, recent research suggests that many clinics in the U.S. may be misleading consumers…

It has long been recognized that women tend to live longer than men, but a recent study reveals that this gender-based longevity gap is widening. Published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine, a research paper highlighted…

A new dimension of the devastating impacts of climate change is emerging – the ways in which global warming is affecting the human brain. In a paper published today (November 13) in Nature Climate Change,…

Lucas Cerna’s mother is taking proactive steps to protect him from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by getting him vaccinated while his pediatrician still has stock available. “I have just been seeing a lot in the…

Tuberculosis testing commenced on Saturday for hundreds of children in Omaha, following potential exposure to the disease at a drop-in day-care program. Infants, toddlers, and children were among those affected, requiring urgent testing due to…

The US Food and Drug Administration has granted approval for the world’s first vaccine against chikungunya, citing it as an “emerging global health threat”. Chikungunya, a disease transmitted by mosquitoes, is characterized by fever and…

It was an unexpected moment for Meagan James. At NYU Langone Health in New York, a team of surgeons achieved a groundbreaking medical feat: the world’s first successful whole-eye transplant in a living person, performed…

When 34-year-old Davey Bauer’s lungs failed, doctors turned to an unconventional tool to save his life: large breast implants. Experts consider this an innovative approach that allowed Bauer’s body time to fight off a severe…

Child survivors of gun violence are not merely defined by their resilience; they are stark reminders of the trauma that persists long after the initial incident. While they have survived where others tragically did not,…

New information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shed light on a troubling rise in the number of babies born with syphilis over the past decade. In a report released on…

A man diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease nearly three decades ago, who previously struggled with mobility to the point of frequent falls, has regained independence in his daily activities, including climbing stairs, thanks to a pioneering…

Scientists have long attributed fainting to a sudden restriction of blood flow to the brain. However, many questions persist: What triggers these spontaneous changes in blood flow? Which brain regions are pivotal in this process?…

For the first time, a study has established a direct link between frequent salt consumption and Type 2 diabetes. Individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes, who already might be cautious about sugar intake, now…

Exciting advancements in cancer treatment may soon benefit patients with cervical cancer. A newly developed prescription medication, TIVDAK (tisotumab vedotin), has demonstrated significant efficacy in clinical trials. In phase 3 global trials, TIVDAK showed a…

Northwestern University scientists have showcase a synthetic melanin cream that not only repairs damaged skin but also shields it from sun-induced harm, according to a study published Thursday in the journal Nature. Mimicking natural melanin…

An updated guideline issued Wednesday by the American Cancer Society suggests that an additional 5 million Americans who smoke or used to smoke should undergo annual screenings for lung cancer — the leading cause of…

For years, cancer treatment has been a double-edged sword, where therapies designed to eliminate cancer cells often caused collateral damage to healthy ones. However, a new study published online Oct. 30 in Immunity introduces a…

Extreme heat poses a significant threat to cardiovascular health, and a recent report underscores how climate change could exacerbate this danger in the United States over the coming decades. The impact is particularly pronounced among…

Researchers in Brazil have developed a vaccine aimed at combating addiction to cocaine and its potent derivative crack. The vaccine, named Calixcoca, was created by a team at Brazil’s Federal University of Minas Gerais. Initial…

Moderna and BioNTech announced yesterday promising results from their phase 1/2 trial of an mRNA vaccine designed to target both COVID-19 and flu. The trial involved testing various combination vaccine candidates on healthy adults aged…

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting a critical issue in Washington where it ranks as the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women. Yet, the impact of this disease disproportionately affects one particular…

Government health advisers emphasized on Wednesday that gay and bisexual men at high risk for mpox infection should continue to get vaccinated against the virus, even as the current outbreak diminishes. The committee’s recommendation will…