New research indicates that certain cardiovascular risk factors could significantly impact females more than males.The researchers say taking biological sex…

Women’s Heart Health More Affected by Lifestyle Risks Than Men, Study Finds
New research indicates that certain cardiovascular risk factors could significantly impact females more than males. The researchers say taking biological sex into account during routine screenings could provide a clearer […]
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Chewing Gum Could Release Thousands of Microplastics Into Saliva, Study Finds
A new study found that chewing gum releases hundreds to thousands of microplastics for every gram of gum. Both synthetic and natural gums were found to contain microplastics. While the […]
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Males Who Skip Prostate Screenings Could Face 45% Higher Risk of Death: Study
Men who avoided prostate cancer screening were significantly more likely to die from the disease, according to a large European trial. The reasons for ignoring screening are complex but may […]
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WHO Warns of Rising Tuberculosis Cases Amid Cuts to Funding From US
The WHO reports that the number of tuberculosis cases in children is rising in Europe. The health officials add that the treatment success rate for the disease is also well […]
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He Was Diagnosed With Colon Cancer at 38. Early Warning Signs He Missed
Colorectal cancer is on the rise in people under 50 years old. One man shares his journey of being diagnosed at 38 and the importance of regular screenings. Colonoscopies can […]
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1 Hour of Screen Time at Bedtime Reduces Sleep by 24 Minutes, Study Finds
A new Norwegian study finds that one hour of screen time at bedtime results in a 59% higher risk of insomnia and 24 fewer minutes of sleep. The findings indicate […]
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Compounded GLP-1s Helped Them Lose Weight, But New FDA Rule Could Block Access
A new restriction on the sale of compounded weight loss drugs containing the active ingredient semaglutide is scheduled to take effect in about a month. Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk […]
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Supreme Court Appears Divided Over State-Level Cuts to Planned Parenthood Funding
The U.S. Supreme Court is deciding whether states can deny Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood because the organization’s clinics perform abortions. The Trump administration has also temporarily frozen $27 million […]
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FDA Authorizes First At-Home Test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea: What to Know
The FDA has approved a new at-home test for two common sexually transmitted infections and a sexually transmitted disease. The test for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis produces results in 30 […]
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‘Top Gun’ Legend Val Kilmer Dies of Pneumonia After Throat Cancer Battle
Legendary actor Val Kilmer of ‘Top Gun’ fame passed away at 65 at his Los Angeles home. Kilmer’s daughter shared that the cause was pneumonia, an infectious disease of the […]
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