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A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that following a vegetarian diet may significantly reduce the risk of both common and less frequent cancers.…

Dollar General Corporation has issued a recall of three lots of 8-ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffee due to the potential presence of glass, the company announced Thursday. The recall follows…

New research from Michigan State University reveals that microbes play a critical role in early brain development, particularly in a brain region responsible for regulating stress, social behavior, and essential…

A routine visit to the optometrist often involves placing your chin and forehead against a bioimaging device known as optical coherence tomography (OCT). Widely used in eye clinics worldwide, OCT…

A new clinical trial shows that arginine-based toothpastes can significantly reduce dental caries in children, potentially offering an effective alternative to traditional fluoride toothpaste. The study, published in JDR Clinical…

An invasive tick species is spreading across the United States, fueled by warming temperatures, and bringing with it a little-known but potentially debilitating infection. Scientists warn that this trend could…

When John Karadell suffered a stroke, his medical team emphasized the urgency of starting intensive rehabilitation immediately. “Almost immediately they started telling me that the No. 1 most important thing…

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sparked controversy this week with a series of statements about unapproved thyroid medications derived from animal tissue, reflecting tensions over natural drug use in…

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Thursday that it is reinstating a federal task force focused on childhood vaccine safety, more than two decades after the panel…

As summer vacations wind down, many families face the challenge of resetting children’s sleep schedules for the new school year. Experts emphasize that adequate sleep is crucial for students’ focus,…

In a landmark decision, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Insmed’s daily oral medication, brensocatib, marketed under the brand name Brinsupri, offering the first targeted treatment for…

Health authorities in Sudan have launched a 10-day cholera vaccination campaign in the capital, Khartoum, aiming to contain a rapidly spreading outbreak exacerbated by civil war, displacement, and heavy rainfall.…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Wednesday that the nationwide shortage of 0.9 percent sodium chloride intravenous (IV) saline has officially ended. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary credited…

A network of health clinics in Maine is set to ask a federal judge on Thursday to reinstate Medicaid reimbursements while challenging the Trump administration’s move to block funding to…

Millions of Medicare beneficiaries could face steep increases in monthly premiums for stand-alone Part D prescription drug plans next year, with hikes potentially reaching $50 per month. The higher costs…

A new study has found compelling evidence that certain gut bacteria may influence the risk of insomnia — and that insomnia itself can alter the composition of the gut microbiome.…

A new large-scale analysis published in The BMJ suggests that the way potatoes are prepared can significantly influence the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D). The research found that…

A pioneering cancer vaccine designed to target a common genetic mutation has shown early promise in preventing the return of aggressive pancreatic cancers, according to results from a small clinical…

For decades, the U.S. has made historic strides in fighting HIV/AIDS, transforming what was once a near-certain death sentence into a manageable chronic condition. But health experts and advocates warn…

In the first all-staff meeting since last week’s deadly shooting at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters in Atlanta, Director Susan Monarez warned employees about the dangers…