Heart disease threat projected to climb sharply for key demographic
A new report by the American Heart Association (AHA) included some troubling predictions for the future of women’s health.The forecast, published in the journal...
5 ways to preserve your vision as you age, according to an ophthalmologist
As people age, vision naturally declines and the risk of eye conditions increases. That includes age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a condition that typica...
Actor Eric Dane's death from ALS sparks urgent focus on rapid decline
Eric Dane’s death has sparked conversations about the speed and severity of ALS.Also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, the progressive illness — officially called ...
Alzheimer's symptoms could be predicted years in advance through one simple test
A simple blood test could predict not only a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but also the year symptoms will begin.Researchers at the Washingto...
Simple brushing routine could reduce dementia risk, dental health experts say
Brushing your teeth could do more than brighten your smile. It may also help you live longer.Growing research suggests that good oral hygiene is linked to a red...
New study reveals leprosy existed in the Americas before European explorers arrived
Scientists say a species of bacteria rewrites the history of when an infectious and potentially deadly disease first arrived in the Americas. And it was long be...
Common nighttime noise exposure may trigger heart problems, study suggests
Living near heavy traffic could negatively impact your heart health.A European study, published in the journal Environmental Research, found that exposure to ni...
Cancer-linked herbicide in the spotlight after controversial order: 'Toxic by design'
There has been a shake-up in the Make America Healthy Again movement regarding glyphosate, a widely used herbicide that has been the subject of significant cont...
Combination nasal spray vaccine could protect against COVID, flu and pneumonia at once
A single spritz could eventually offer simultaneous protection against several infectious diseases.Researchers at Stanford Medicine have developed a new vaccine...
Some supplements may pose risks for people with diabetes, experts say
Some surveys find that about 75% of U.S. adults have used supplements, while federal survey data shows that 58% used one in the past 30 days — but some groups s...
New study hints at a hidden Alzheimer’s risk factor affecting older Americans
People with greater exposure to air pollution could face a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study by Emory University in Atlant...
10 Things Your Assisted-Living Facility Won't Tell You
An assisted-living residence is a whole lot better than a nursing home. But it's hardly a panacea. Here's what you need to know before choosing one.Betty Ann Dr...
Namibia safeguards foot-and-mouth disease free zone to protect markets Staff Reporter NAMIBIA has reaffirmed that its foot-and-mouth disease (FMD)-free status without vaccination is critical to protecting export markets and the agricultural economy, warning t
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'SuperAgers' stay mentally sharp well past 80, as scientists reveal the reason
Top stories→ Some 80-year-olds still have razor-sharp brains — and now scientists know why→ One father's nightly bathroom habit was missed sign of common cancer...
Weight-loss medications could impact sexual health in unexpected ways
Popular weight-loss medications may also affect aspects of sexual health, recent research has shown.In obese and overweight men, GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1)...
Some 80-year-olds still have razor-sharp brains — and now scientists know why
Older adults classified as "SuperAgers" generate at least twice as many neurons in the hippocampus than their typical aging peers, a new study has revealed.Thes...
Flu season could linger into spring as doctors warn of second wave on the way
Health experts are warning that the 2025-26 flu season isn't over yet. In fact, people should prepare for the virus to linger well into the warmer months, accor...
Nightly bathroom habit was missed sign of common men's cancer: 'I didn't know'
A father was diagnosed with prostate cancer after chalking his nightly bathroom trips up to drinking too much fluid before bed, as reported by SWNS."I would wak...
Hundreds of wild bird deaths reported across seven counties, prompting park closures
Hundreds of geese have reportedly died in New Jersey, and bird flu is suspected to be the culprit.More than 1,100 dead or sick wild birds — almost all of them C...
FOXSexpert: Too Skinny? Not Sexy
Not having enough sex? Maybe your weight is to blame … and I’m not talking about being overweight.Want to bring sexy back? Start by taking on the “thin is in” c...