Category: Health News

Share on PinterestA new study highlights an environmental risk factor that could be driving early onset lung cancer rates. Natalia Mishina/Stocksy A small study found that young non-smokers who eat more fruit, vegetables, and whole grains are more likely to develop lung cancer than the general population. The researchers speculate that this could be due […]

Share on PinterestA recent study has linked being or having been married to a reduced cancer risk. Image Credit: Ivy Calder/Getty Images A recent study shows there may be a connection between those who are or have been married and reduced incidents of cancer. This adds to a growing body of research that links marriage […]

Share on PinterestA man in Norway was “functionally cured” of HIV after receiving a stem cell transplant from his brother. PER Images/Stocksy A man in Norway has achieved long-term HIV remission after a stem cell transplant, adding to a small but growing group of similar cases. Researchers say rare genetic factors, immune responses, and medication […]

Share on PinterestAt-home self-collection methods for HPV testing help expand access to cervical cancer screening. Counter/Getty Images The FDA recently cleared another option for at-home self-collection for cervical cancer screening, further broadening access. The Onclarity kit from Waters Corporation is expected to be available in the coming months. The Teal Wand, another option for at-home […]

Share on PinterestThe CDC has issued a warning about a drug-resistant “superbug” on the rise in the United States. Image Credit: Viktoriya Skorikova/Getty Images The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released a report that showed that drug-resistant Shigella is on the rise in the United States. Shigella bacteria cause the infection shigellosis. […]

Actor Lucy Liu is sharing how a misdiagnosis at 22 led to unnecessary breast cancer surgery. Now she’s working to raise awareness about the importance of cancer screenings and “getting a second opinion.” Share on PinterestLucy Liu at the TIME 2026 Women of the Year Gala held at The West Hollywood EDITION on March 10, […]

The demand for estrogen patches has outpaced supply, and manufacturers are struggling to catch up. Prescriptions for estrogen-based HRT have surged, according to an analysis by health data company Truveta. Patch use specifically increased by more than triple between 2018 and early 2026. Among women ages 45–54, prescribing rates jumped 184%, and in February 2026, […]

Share on PinterestA new study found no link between fluoride in drinking water and negative impacts on brain health. Aidana K/Stocksy A new study finds no evidence that fluoridated drinking water affects children’s IQ or the cognitive abilities of older adults. Experts say fluoride in drinking water helps prevent tooth decay and cavities. They add […]

Share on PinterestResearch has found that the effectiveness of GLP-1 drugs may vary based on a person’s genetics. Image Credit: Indranil MUKHERJEE / AFP via Getty Images GLP-1 medications may not always be effective for everyone. New research suggests that around 10% of people carry genetic variations that explain why. A new review suggests that […]

Share on PinterestResearch shows that eating ultra-processed foods can affect bone and muscle health, as well as fertility. Image credit: Matt Cardy/Getty Images The negative health effects of ultra-processed foods are of increasing interest to researchers. A new study has found that eating more ultra-processed foods may worsen muscle health. Another recent study has shown […]