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Finding relief from motion sickness
Motion sickness, caused by conflicting sensory signals during movement, affects many travelers and can result in symptoms ranging from dizziness to vomiting. New treatment options,…
Autism Advisory Panel Recommends Doubling Federal Investment
A U.S. advisory panel has recommended nearly doubling federal funding for autism research and services from $390 million to $760 million to better support individuals…
It’s sweltering out. You should be eating hot soup.
Despite rising global temperatures, people in cities from Mumbai to New York continue to eat hot soup during heatwaves. This practice is rooted in traditional…
Measles Outbreak Raises New Alarms with First US Deaths in Years
Two unvaccinated individuals in Pennsylvania have died from measles amid a nationwide surge in cases, marking the first fatalities in the U.S. this year. This…
Devastating Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Brings Personal Relief and Choice
Rusty Martin, a retired communications director from Iowa diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, chose to end his life through physician-assisted euthanasia in Switzerland due to the…
When depression is resistant to antidepressants
Juan Rivera, an immigration lawyer in Miami, has found relief from his treatment-resistant depression after beginning FDA-approved esketamine therapy following years of ineffective antidepressant use.…
‘I felt like my prettiness faded’: More people getting face-lifts discuss decisions
The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery reports a record high of over 50,000 face-lifts performed last year, with increased interest from patients…
Cyclospora Outbreak Tied to Iceberg Lettuce Expands to 20 States
U.S. health authorities have linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting 20 states to iceberg lettuce imported from central Mexico and served at Taco Bell, with over…
Resection extends survival in liver cancer patients
A multicenter clinical trial in China found that surgical resection following systemic therapy nearly doubled the time to treatment failure for patients with advanced liver…
I ballooned to a size 18 during my miserable marriage
Alice Snape shared how she overcame weight gain and emotional distress caused by years of emotional abuse during her marriage, eventually losing five stone by…
I love my husband, but being his carer for five years has left me lonely and so full of grief
Samantha Brick has spent the past five years as the primary caregiver for her husband Pascal, managing his daily medical needs and navigating a challenging…
Pregnant women receive lessons on giving birth outside hospital after North Devon maternity unit closure
The birthing unit at North Devon District Hospital was closed due to staff shortages, forcing expectant mothers to travel long distances to Exeter for delivery…
How I got over my lifelong terror of dogs
Alice Snape overcame a lifelong fear of dogs through hypnotherapy, gradual exposure, and adopting a rescue dog named Lucy. This transformation not only helped her…
I’ve Just Made It To 9 Years Sober — But I STILL Can’t Silence That ‘Drink Noise’
A woman nearing nine years of sobriety detailed her ongoing struggles with intense alcohol cravings and the physical and emotional challenges encountered during recovery. Her…
Two dead as ‘foreign-egg salmonella’ cases hit 474
Nearly 500 cases of salmonella infection, including two deaths, have been linked to an outbreak associated with imported eggs in the UK and seven other…
Children at risk as vaccine rate falters
Vaccination rates among UK infants dropped again in the year up to March 2026, with coverage for the six-in-one and MMR vaccines falling below WHO's…
Overcoming trauma linked to cortisol and weight recovery
Caroline overcame years of trauma-related metabolic disruption by managing stress hormones through targeted nutrition and nervous system regulation, ultimately restoring her health and weight. Her…
Breakthrough Cancer Pill Doubles Patient Survival Time
The FDA has approved Daraxonrasib, a new drug that nearly doubles survival time for patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer who have undergone chemotherapy. This approval…
No wonder the UK is hooked on pills
Antidepressant prescriptions in the UK have risen sharply, with one in seven people receiving these medications last year. This increase highlights growing mental health challenges…
Going on a Diet? Men Think It’s Just for Women
A study from Anglia Ruskin University found that men often reject traditional dieting language, preferring weight-loss programs framed around competition, personal achievement, and social support.…
The Emotional Toll of Caring for a Seriously Ill Partner
A 55-year-old woman in rural France provides full-time care for her husband, Pascal, whose health severely declined following complications from knee surgery, leaving him with…
A window into the future: Vagus nerve stimulation advances
Neurosurgeon Kevin Tracey's research demonstrated that stimulating the vagus nerve can control inflammation, leading to the FDA approval of an implanted device for rheumatoid arthritis…
Healing After Narcissistic Abuse and Weight Struggles
A woman who survived narcissistic abuse and its lasting psychological and physical effects has regained her health by addressing both her mental trauma and metabolic…
Breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug approved
The FDA has granted expedited approval to daraxonrasib (Rasonque), the first drug to directly target RAS gene mutations in advanced pancreatic cancer, after clinical trials…
Record sales for GLP-1 diabetes and weight drugs in Canada
Sales of GLP-1 drugs in Canada totaled approximately CAD 2.4 billion in the first half of 2026, driven by strong demand for diabetes and weight…
A 16-year-old girl has died from suspected sexual choking
A 16-year-old girl died from suspected sexual strangulation involving her boyfriend, leading to an active police investigation. The case highlights growing concerns about how violent…
Ending higher private health rebate for Australians 65 and over is ‘good policy change’, report co-author finds
The Australian government will remove the higher private health insurance rebate for those aged 65 and over starting in April 2027, standardising it based on…
AI can detect heart disease in women using mammograms, study suggests
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed an AI model that uses routine breast cancer mammograms to detect signs of cardiovascular conditions in women with…
Busy Philipps reveals brain tumour diagnosis: ‘I’m grateful to be alive’
Actress Busy Philipps underwent surgery to remove a rare, low-grade brain tumour following a whole-body MRI prompted by health concerns and the recent death of…
Queensland woman gave birth to twins with different parents after surrogacy coincides with natural pregnancy
A Queensland woman gave birth to twins with different biological parents after an unplanned natural conception coincided with a surrogacy embryo transfer, resulting in one…