Measles in Wisconsin: Infant death reported, officials urge vaccination

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced on Thursday, Nov. 5, that an infant has died amid the ongoing measles outbreak in southwestern Wisconsin.

Rhabdomyolysis explained: Hidden dangers of the rare muscle condition

Whether you are a seasoned endurance athlete, a casual gym-goer trying out a high-intensity bootcamp, or simply someone starting a new physical job, there is a rare but severe condition you need to be aware of: rhabdomyolysis.

Type 2 diabetes patients 21 times more likely to achieve remission with intensive lifestyle changes

A strict routine combining a low-calorie diet with supervised strength and aerobic training helped more than half of younger adults reverse type 2 diabetes within six months, according to a study published in The Lancet Regional Health - Americas.

The cost of caring for a loved one is surging – and families are feeling the strain

Family caregivers are shelling out more than $11,000 a year on average to care for loved ones, consuming nearly a third of their household income, according to a new study.

ACA open enrollment begins Sunday, insurance premiums expected to jump

Many people looking to purchase their health insurance on the ACA marketplace face a potential double whammy of higher premiums and fewer coverage options.

Anti-aging drug boosts brain blood flow in people at higher Alzheimer’s risk, study finds

A new University of Missouri study found that a drug called rapamycin improved blood flow in the brains of healthy middle-aged people with a gene linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Permanent daylight saving time could add 2 billion dark school commutes, study finds

Permanent daylight saving time could add at least 2 billion school commutes before sunrise each year nationwide, according to a University of Washington study.

HHS eases restrictions on certain unapproved peptides

Health and Human Services is moving forward with a policy for the use of compound specific unapproved peptides while regulators assess their safety and effectiveness.

Date-rape drug at center of Cornell sex assault allegations can leave victims unaware of surroundings

An investigation into an alleged gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity has thrust the illicit use of ketamine into the spotlight, calling attention to the powerful anesthetic’s use on college campuses as a date-rape drug.

New study says roughly 3 in 4 deceased NFL players from 2008 to 2023 had CTE

Nearly 75% of deceased ex-NFL players examined in a medical study had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), underscoring the severe cognitive toll connected to professional football.