Month: February 2026

Share on PinterestTirzepatide may help lower the risk of diabetic retinopathy, a diabetes complication that can lead to vision loss. Douglas Sacha/Getty Images Weight loss medications Mounjaro and Zepbound, which contain the active ingredient tirzepatide, may lower the risk of diabetic retinopathy. This diabetes complication occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels […]

Share on PinterestResearch shows that increased physical activity may help prevent many diabetes complications. Image Credit: Alessandro Biascioli/Getty Images A recent study has found that many of the complications associated with diabetes, such as stroke and eye disease, are linked to low levels of physical activity. The researchers suggest that diabetes complications may be preventable […]

Share on PinterestA new study has linked sugar-sweetened beverages to anxiety symptoms in young people. Stockah/Getty Images Consumption of beverages high in sugar is associated with symptoms of anxiety in young people. High intake of sugary drinks is associated with a 34% increased risk of anxiety in adolescents. Experts say the spikes and crashes of […]

Share on PinterestA recent study suggests that higher fitness levels may help reduce anxiety and build resilience to stress. Image Credit: Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images Recent research has shown that people who have higher levels of physical activity may be more resilient during stressful situations. The research also found that physical activity may lead to lower […]

Share on PinterestModerate to vigorous physical activity after a cancer diagnosis may help improve survival rates. Olga Pankova/Getty Images Researchers say engaging in regular physical activity may help improve cancer survival. They add that even people who were inactive prior to their diagnosis may benefit from exercise. Experts advise starting slow with a new exercise […]

Share on PinterestFigure skater Ilia Malinin has opened up about the invisible battles he faced during his Olympic performance. Image Credit: Joosep Martinson/Getty Images Ilia Malinin, the “Quad God,” finished 8th in the men’s figure skating finals at the 2026 Winter Olympics after falling twice. In an Instagram post, Malinin alluded to the pressure of […]

Share on PinterestRev. Jesse Jackson has died at 84 after living with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurological disorder often misidentified as Parkinson’s. Chicago Tribune/Getty Images Rev. Jesse Jackson has died at 84 after living with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurological disorder. PSP is often initially diagnosed as Parkinson’s disease because the […]

Share on PinterestA new study found a strong association between insulin sensitivity and cancer risk. VICTOR TORRES/Stocksy Researchers linked insulin resistance to 12 types of cancer, with uterine cancer showing the strongest connection at 134% increased risk. A new AI tool outperformed BMI alone in predicting cancer risk, catching metabolic dysfunction even in people at […]