Popular daily drinking habit could nearly triple risk of stomach cancer, major study finds
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
A popular daily drinking habit could be linked to a significantly higher risk of stomach cancer, according to a new study from Mass General Brigham.
Costco to sell branded Medicare plans in new pilot program
Costco is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Group to pilot Costco-branded Medicare plans that integrate coverage with several of the retailer’s health services.
Costco is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Group to pilot Costco-branded Medicare plans that integrate coverage with several of the retailer’s health services.
Cancer treatment delays surge across US as doctor warns system ‘needs fixing immediately’
Average wait times from diagnosis to first treatment grew by more than 10 days across all six cancer types studied.
Average wait times from diagnosis to first treatment grew by more than 10 days across all six cancer types studied.
Vaccination rates for US students entering kindergarten fall as exemptions climb to a new high
Vaccination rates for U.S. children entering kindergarten during the 2025-2026 school year decreased according to new data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with vaccination exemptions hitting a record high.
Vaccination rates for U.S. children entering kindergarten during the 2025-2026 school year decreased according to new data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with vaccination exemptions hitting a record high.
GLP-1 drugs show promise in treating common hormonal disorder
Researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 medications might double as an effective new treatment for the hormonal disorder PMOS.
Researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 medications might double as an effective new treatment for the hormonal disorder PMOS.
Roughly 23 million Americans trapped in jobs they want to leave over one costly fear
Nearly one in four American workers with employer-sponsored health insurance say they are stuck in jobs they want to leave because they fear losing coverage.
Nearly one in four American workers with employer-sponsored health insurance say they are stuck in jobs they want to leave because they fear losing coverage.
Maine and Massachusetts added to multistate Cyclospora outbreak
Maine and Massachusetts have become the latest states impacted by a growing nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has now sickened more than 9,000 people, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Maine and Massachusetts have become the latest states impacted by a growing nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has now sickened more than 9,000 people, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
VA launches clinical trial of psilocybin to treat veterans suffering from depression, PTSD
The VA launched a clinical trial testing psilocybin for veterans with treatment-resistant depression.
The VA launched a clinical trial testing psilocybin for veterans with treatment-resistant depression.
Trump vaccine plan could bring decades-old shot and higher costs for families
President Donald Trump’s plan to overhaul childhood immunizations would require pharmaceutical companies to revert to a vaccine schedule while expanding manufacturing to boost vaccine production capacity.
President Donald Trump’s plan to overhaul childhood immunizations would require pharmaceutical companies to revert to a vaccine schedule while expanding manufacturing to boost vaccine production capacity.
Virginia students use AI to find new ways to detect Alzheimer’s
Three Virginia high school friends are using artificial intelligence to search for new ways to detect Alzheimer’s and their work is already drawing international attention.
Three Virginia high school friends are using artificial intelligence to search for new ways to detect Alzheimer’s and their work is already drawing international attention.
Birth order linked to 150 health conditions in study of 10 million American siblings
Whether someone is the older or younger sibling may be linked to certain health outcomes later in life, according to a massive new study.
Whether someone is the older or younger sibling may be linked to certain health outcomes later in life, according to a massive new study.
Ice cream makers rethink the scoop as GLP-1 use grows
Rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and growing demand for healthier foods are prompting ice cream makers to rethink traditional indulgence.
Rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and growing demand for healthier foods are prompting ice cream makers to rethink traditional indulgence.
Medicaid to stop paying for gender-affirming care for some transgender minors
President Donald Trump’s administration said that Medicaid will stop paying for gender-affirming surgeries and hormone treatments for transgender minors.
President Donald Trump’s administration said that Medicaid will stop paying for gender-affirming surgeries and hormone treatments for transgender minors.
Deadly disease outbreak kills 2,000 as experts reveal what Americans should know
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed over 2,000 people, but experts say the average American faces very little threat.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed over 2,000 people, but experts say the average American faces very little threat.
Social Security adds 14 health conditions to disability fast-track list
The Social Security Administration has announced the addition of 14 health conditions to their Compassionate Allowances (CAL) list.
The Social Security Administration has announced the addition of 14 health conditions to their Compassionate Allowances (CAL) list.
'The Office' star Lucy Davis reveals Stage 4 incurable breast cancer diagnosis
Actress Lucy Davis has revealed her Stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis, sharing an inspiring message about peace, humor, and continuing her acting career.
Actress Lucy Davis has revealed her Stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis, sharing an inspiring message about peace, humor, and continuing her acting career.
WHO pushes back after Trump orders reduced vaccine schedule
World Health Organization officials are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s executive order to scale back the childhood vaccine schedule, as health experts argue the policy puts children at increased risk for preventable illnesses.
World Health Organization officials are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s executive order to scale back the childhood vaccine schedule, as health experts argue the policy puts children at increased risk for preventable illnesses.
Trump signs executive order recommending spaced-out childhood vaccines, separate MMR shots
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held belief that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held belief that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.
Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy resumes residential operations after medical emergencies
The District of Columbia National Guard has resumed residential operations at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy, welcoming back cadets after an independent environmental assessment, corrective actions and confirmation that the campus was safe, the public affairs office said.
The District of Columbia National Guard has resumed residential operations at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy, welcoming back cadets after an independent environmental assessment, corrective actions and confirmation that the campus was safe, the public affairs office said.
18 prepared foods under alert as jalapeño Salmonella outbreak sickens 345
Health officials said the recall covers prepared wraps, bowls and salads distributed across 24 states.
Health officials said the recall covers prepared wraps, bowls and salads distributed across 24 states.