The Carolinas rank among the worst in the country for sexual transmitted disease cases, according to a new report.

How Amish barns could hold the secret to preventing the onset of allergies.

Danika Hilmer had just given birth when she began bleeding heavily. Doctors considered a hysterectomy, but chose to run this test instead. It led to her cancer diagnosis.

China is experiencing a chikungunya outbreak with thousands of cases reported in the south over two weeks. Cases have jumped to 4,014 as of Friday. That's according to health departments in Foshan in Guangdong. Health officials say the outbreak remains severe…

We've got fresh evidence for how weight can quickly be regained after weight-loss programs stop – but rather than looking at traditional dieting, here the researchers wanted to focus on anti-obesity medications (AOMs), as they continue to be used ever more wi…

The European Medicines Agency has recommended authorizing a twice-yearly injectable drug aimed at preventing HIV, which scientists say could help end transmission.

A new brain imaging study reveals that individuals with alcohol use disorder have elevated levels of the antioxidant glutathione in a key brain region. Interestingly, those who drank less heavily in recent weeks showed the highest concentrations.

Fatty liver disease, now termed MASLD, is increasingly prevalent, particularly among those with weight issues, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome. Untrea

While grief is a natural part of loss, some people experience persistently high levels that can have long-term health consequences. A decade-long study in Denmark found that individuals with intense, prolonged grief symptoms had significantly higher rates of …

The managed-care company saw increased spending in behavioral health, home health and high-cost drugs

Brain scans reveal that even people who never caught Covid showed signs of accelerated brain aging due to pandemic stress and isolation.

The caffeine in coffee can raise blood sugar temporarily. But that's not the full picture. Learn how coffee affects blood sugar in the longer term, plus what you can do to dodge those short-term spikes.

"Dentist here. STOP SMOKING. Smoking leads to bad oral health and mouth cancers. Bad oral health can lead to blood infections, endocarditis, cardiovascular disease, pneumonia, pregnancy complications, etc. Just stop."

These bloodsuckers benefit from warmer and wetter conditions.

These common daily behaviors can impact your cognitive health – and take a toll on your overall health, too.

A fresh approach to staying active after your sixth decade can feel daunting, but the right choice of exercise makes all the difference. Forget the usual

Millions suffering from myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), a debilitating condition often overlooked due to the lack of diagnostic tools, may be closer to personalized care, according to new research that shows how the disease disrup…

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A virus from humble black-eyed peas is showing extraordinary promise in the fight against cancer. Unlike other plant viruses, the cowpea mosaic virus (CPMV) can awaken the human immune system and transform it into a cancer-fighting powerhouse, without infecti…

Experts reveal five surprising signs you’re not getting enough protein. Find out if your body is sending you these subtle but crucial health warnings.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is changing how federal agencies handle vaccine recommendations. Some parents are hurrying to get kids their shots, fearing future changes could limit access.

The FDA may remove the warning labels on hormone replacement therapies used to treat the symptoms of menopause. Doctors say the warning is scaring people who could benefit from these treatments.

Scientists are raising urgent alarms about the possibility of a supervolcano eruption that could occur in the coming years—an event with the potential for catastrophic destruction on a scale not witnessed since the early 19th century. This growing threat shin…

A neural network analyzes an extensive gut microbiome dataset to uncover insights into human health. Gut bacteria play an important role in a wide range of health conditions. Their sheer diversity and the complexity of their interactions with both the body’s …

A sweeping review of clinical trials uncovered 64 OTC products studied for depression, with only a handful showing consistent promise. Many people are familiar with remedies like St John’s Wort or omega-3 supplements. But beyond these, a wide range of over-th…