A treat two thirds of Americans — and most kids — enjoy every day is linked to stomach cancer, new research shows. We know that a number of lifestyle choices play a big role in cancer. More than 40% of cancer cases and deaths are linked to habits we can change, from smoking to sunbathing. … Read more
Kelly Ripa has come clean about the incredibly common “good” habit that’s actually not so good after all — and led her to require a pretty painful surgery. Late last month, the star took some time off from “Live with Kelly and Mark,” with her husband and co-host Mark Consuelos revealing that she had a … Read more
Timing is everything, and the executive order calling for pediatricians to change how they space out childhood vaccines comes at a difficult time. On Monday, President Trump signed an order adopting new recommendations of 11 childhood vaccines, down from 18 — and called for the Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccine to be split into three separate shots, … Read more
Where you live in your neighborhood could significantly affect your sleep, according to experts and recent research on urban landscapes. Erin Palinski-Wade, a New Jersey-based nutritionist and author of “The Sleepdemic Solution,” confirmed that household surroundings and ambient neighborhood conditions can directly interfere with restfulness. Factors such as cohabitating with family members, pets or high-noise environments frequently … Read more
He’s pop culture’s ultimate bad boyfriend. “Legally Blonde” star Matthew Davis, who played Warner Huntington III, exclusively told The Post that he “had no clue” the 2001 movie would become such a phenomenon when they initially shot it. “I was 22 or 23 when I shot the film, and I had no clue what it … Read more
WASHINGTON — You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad? A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases. Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin. Now researchers better … Read more
What, like it’s hard? The “Legally Blonde” prequel series “Elle” sounds like a tired cash grab no one asked for — but just like the pink-clad heroine depicted in both, don’t underestimate it. Shockingly, “Elle” doesn’t suck. It’s fun, energetic and hits all the right notes. Though the show is part of a tedious trend … Read more
A major meat supplier is shuttering two US plant locations, and experts say it’s bad news for carnivores. JBS USA, a meat-processing company that supplies Costco and BJ’s, as well as grocers such as Food Lion, Weis Markets, WinCo, and Stop & Shop, announced this week that it is closing its operations in Philadelphia and … Read more
A doctor is calling out some popular but problematic pieces of dieting advice. With nearly 3 in 4 US adults being obese or overweight many among us are thinking about healthy, sustainable ways to slim down. But according to one expert, there’s a handful of slim-down solutions that could be sabotaging your end game. According to one … Read more
You really can feel down in the mouth. We tend to think of depression as something that exists in the mind, but the reality is that it affects the whole body — and the whole body can have an impact on depression, including your teeth and gums. “Poor oral hygiene can lead to gum disease. … Read more
Cases of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults are on the rise, with more than 15 million US adults — roughly 1 in 17 — diagnosed, according to a CDC report. As the numbers continue to steadily climb in the US, the spike has been most noticeable among women. Now, new research has shown this disorder … Read more
Gotham visitors have lots of buyer’s remorse. US tourists may want to think twice before booking a summer trip to the Big Apple. New York City ranks second only to Las Vegas among destinations that US-based travelers regretted going to, according to a survey by travel insurance firm Travel Guard. Per the study, a staggering … Read more
One and done? Pharma giant Eli Lilly announced Monday that its gene-editing therapy can reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by up to 62% with a single infusion. Not only was the experimental treatment successful, but the results were still apparent in some participants 18 months after they received the dose. VERVE-102 may be a revolutionary treatment … Read more
The role is to give an opinion, not begin a promo-filled wrestling feud. FS1’s Nick Wright called out Stephen A. Smith for his latest athlete beef, this time with Celtics star Jaylen Brown, criticizing him for yet again making himself part of the story. Wright said Smith’s actions hurt his colleagues. Nick Wright offered criticism … Read more
Some doubts about vaping may go up in smoke with this latest study. While smoking rates have fallen to an all-time low, the use of electronic cigarettes has become more popular, thanks in part to appealing fruity flavors and sleek designs. Initially marketed as a way to help people quit traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes may rewrite … Read more
Incredible, edible, scientifically credible? A humble food, once thought to be bad for the heart, has now been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease. For decades, eggs have been divisive, with protein proponents praising ova and cholesterol-conscious maligning them. Now, new research in The Journal of Nutrition suggests that those who routinely eat eggs … Read more
A major cruise company is under fire from guests and travelers after reportedly shutting down key attractions and not alerting guests before their voyages. Frustrated passengers onboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas and Icon of the Seas have been taking to social media to complain that they were not notified that several water slides are closed. … Read more
movie review MICHAEL Running time: 127 minutes. Rated PG-13 (some thematic material, language, and smoking). In theaters. This is it? How flabbergasting to see “Michael,” the new biopic about Michael Jackson, the best-selling solo artist of all time, crash and burn into such a cheap and embarrassing bore. Say what you will about Michael Jackson … Read more
So, the Tony Awards’ last best hope is . . . Pink? When the “Get The Party Started” singer was announced this month as the host of the CBS award show on June 7 that celebrates Broadway, not aughts pop hits, theater pros were gobsmacked. “Ridiculous!,” one texted me. “Honestly brilliant though,” dashed off another … Read more
Los Angeles is clearly a Dodger town. City of Angels residents now — perhaps more than ever — consider the Dodgers their favorite sports team in LA over the Lakers, according to the results of a new survey. The Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Center for the Study of Los Angeles asked over 2,000 Angelenos “which … Read more