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A research team from the University of Cambridge has discovered that “freezing” hyaluronic acid—a key molecule in the brain—can effectively stop brain cancer cells from spreading. This breakthrough holds promise…

A prominent actor recently opened up on a program about both his parents suffering from Alzheimer’s disease (commonly known as “senile dementia”), expressing distress and worry that he might develop…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is taking steps to formally remove the approval for Orange B, a synthetic food color additive that hasn’t been used by the food…

A common, decades-old blood pressure medication may help preserve the body’s natural insulin production in adults newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, according to new research. The findings offer a…

A federal advisory panel is considering a significant change to the long-standing recommendation that all newborns receive their first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth.…

A new large-scale study suggests that physical frailty may play a direct role in increasing the risk of dementia. Published on September 17, 2025, in Neurology®, the journal of the…

The FDA has issued urgent warnings about unauthorized blood pressure monitors and infant vital sign monitoring devices being sold over the counter to consumers. These devices, which often include wearable…

Millions worldwide suffer serious heart complications linked to COVID-19 and long COVID, but many lack access to clear medical guidance, leading some patients to unsafe treatments. A new comprehensive report…

A key Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advisory committee concluded a contentious meeting Thursday with significant decisions on childhood immunizations, voting to recommend against a common combination vaccine…

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced steps Thursday to decertify a Miami-based organ procurement organization (OPO), citing significant and persistent failures in its operations. The action targets…

A key advisory panel for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidance on a common childhood vaccine, recommending that the combination measles-mumps-rubella-varicella (MMRV) shot not…

The UK’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is urging drivers to declare medical conditions that could affect their ability to drive safely, highlighting sleep apnoea as a key example.…

Telehealth, or visiting an online doctor, has become a popular way to access medical care quickly and conveniently. But many people wonder if it’s a safe alternative to seeing their…

Hearing loss is more than a minor inconvenience; it significantly impacts overall health, increasing risks of social isolation, depression, and falls. Experts emphasize that untreated hearing loss can affect quality…

Federal health officials are taking a fresh look at safety data on COVID-19 vaccines, with a particular focus on pregnant women, children, and older adults. The review will be presented…

Federal health officials are stepping up scrutiny of how telehealth companies and drugmakers advertise weight-loss medications, warning that some promotions may mislead consumers. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on…

A federal vaccine advisory panel, recently reshaped by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is expected to consider a major change to the nation’s childhood immunization schedule:…

When Marisa Jackson drops off her 10-year-old son Maxwell at elementary school in St. Albans, West Virginia, she feels a new level of anxiety. Maxwell has FOXG1 syndrome, a rare…

In recent years, platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram have become central stages for influencers and everyday users alike to showcase elaborate skincare routines. These often involve a dizzying…

Widespread Declines in Childhood Vaccination Rates Raise Concerns Childhood vaccination rates are on the decline in communities throughout the United States, as revealed by a comprehensive NBC News data investigation.…