Menstrual blood could be the key to treating osteoarthritis

Menstrual blood could be the key to treating osteoarthritis

Talk about a bloody genius treatment. A study published in Scientific Reports has identified a promising, unconventional source for treating the more than 600 million people living with osteoarthritis. While plenty of women deal with the downsides of menstrual blood ruining underwear, there could be a benefit to the monthly cycle. Monthly period blood could … Read more

The sneaky saboteur that may be raising your blood pressure — especially if you live in a coastal area

The sneaky saboteur that may be raising your blood pressure — especially if you live in a coastal area

It’s like salt in a wound. Global warming has been blamed for stronger and more frequent storms, droughts, floods and rare disease outbreaks. Now, it might be fueling kitchen table health crises, too. Researchers are concerned that rising sea levels are contaminating fresh drinking water with seawater — and that the extra salt could have the … Read more

The 5 key biomarkers that can tell you how well you’re aging — the most crucial is the most overlooked

The 5 key biomarkers that can tell you how well you’re aging — the most crucial is the most overlooked

You know your Social Security number, your ATM pin code, your mom’s phone number, but do you know your HbA1c? Five numerical biomarkers can reveal how well you’re aging and warn of trouble long before symptoms of disease appear, according to Dr. Florence Comite, founder of the Comite Center for Precision Medicine & Healthy Longevity. Comite — … Read more

Enhypen announces ‘Blood Saga Tour,’ three California shows. Get tickets

Enhypen announces ‘Blood Saga Tour,’ three California shows. Get tickets

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Ni-Ki, Jungwon, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jay and Jake are returning to the States. From July 17 through Aug. 1, Enhypen will play arenas all over the West Coast as part of … Read more

Exclusive | Toilet tech is the next frontier of health data — but it might mean putting a camera on your bowl

Exclusive | Toilet tech is the next frontier of health data — but it might mean putting a camera on your bowl

The average person spends 416 days of their life in the bathroom — and the latest trend in digital health wants to make sure that time isn’t going down the drain. Over the past year, a wave of AI-powered smart toilet health trackers have hit the market, analyzing pee and poop to deliver personalized insights on … Read more

‘Unvaccinated’ blood push linked to delays, worsening health conditions, experts say

‘Unvaccinated’ blood push linked to delays, worsening health conditions, experts say

An increasing number of patients are requesting “unvaccinated” blood for transfusions, which can delay care and pose risks to patients’ health, experts warn. There is no evidence that unvaccinated blood presents any safety benefit, according to a new study published in the journal Transfusion. There is currently no process for checking whether donated blood comes from vaccinated … Read more

Ex-Sen. Ben Sasse on the ‘nasty drug’ for Stage 4 cancer that makes him ‘bleed out of a whole bunch of parts’

Ex-Sen. Ben Sasse on the ‘nasty drug’ for Stage 4 cancer that makes him ‘bleed out of a whole bunch of parts’

Former GOP Sen. Ben Sasse is opening up about living with what he describes as a “definite death sentence.” The 54-year-old father of three was diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer last year, an aggressive disease he’s fighting with an experimental drug that has left his skin bloody and “bubbling.” “Here’s a hard fact: Ben … Read more

Routine blood test reveals cancer diagnosis before symptoms

Routine blood test reveals cancer diagnosis before symptoms

A Miami man credits a routine blood test for saving his life. Ian Ferguson, 37, had no symptoms when he got standard blood work as part of a regular physical. When the test showed microscopic blood loss, his physician recommended a colonoscopy. That procedure revealed a diagnosis of early-stage colon cancer, leading to life-saving surgery at … Read more

The subtle warning signs of a ‘mini stroke’ — and who’s most at risk

The subtle warning signs of a ‘mini stroke’ — and who’s most at risk

It’s known as a “mini” stroke — but a transient ischemic attack (TIA) is no small thing. Though it typically lasts only a few minutes, this temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain can be an early sign that a full-blown, potentially disabling stroke is on the horizon. “A TIA can be a blessing … Read more

Python blood could help make the next big weight loss drug — without GLP-1 side effects

Python blood could help make the next big weight loss drug — without GLP-1 side effects

Indiana Jones’ greatest fear may be obesity’s biggest enemy. Scientists at three universities have turned to nature to find a property that rivals the benefits of GLP-1 drugs without the laundry list of side effects. What they’ve discovered, in the cold blood of a creature that grows up to 33 feet long, is poised to … Read more

Student diagnosed with blood cancer after doctors dismissed symptoms as anxiety

Student diagnosed with blood cancer after doctors dismissed symptoms as anxiety

A young woman was diagnosed with blood cancer after her symptoms were dismissed as anxiety and told by a GP, “You look healthy, so you must be fine.” Abby Maxwell was reassured by doctors that nothing was wrong despite losing 84 pounds in under a year and suffering from regular bouts of nausea and vomiting. … Read more

Exclusive | The splurge-worthy biohacking tools Gary Brecka swears by — including what he spent $250K on

Exclusive | The splurge-worthy biohacking tools Gary Brecka swears by — including what he spent 0K on

The most powerful biohacks might be free, but that hasn’t stopped health-conscious high rollers from shelling out serious cash in their quest to live longer and feel younger. Among them is biohacker Gary Brecka, a human biologist, longevity expert and wellness guru to the stars who says that when the wealthy invest in high-priced gadgets, … Read more

Moms who do this before and during pregnancy have babies who develop faster

Moms who do this before and during pregnancy have babies who develop faster

Talk about prenatal gains. A new study out of Japan shows that women who prioritize one common activity during pregnancy might be giving their babies a developmental advantage. After assessing nearly 40,000 mothers and children, the researchers found that babies raised by moms who were physically active before and during pregnancy were more likely to … Read more

3 zodiac signs most affected by 2026 Blood Moon lunar eclipse in Virgo

3 zodiac signs most affected by 2026 Blood Moon lunar eclipse in Virgo

Buckle up, my babies, we’re in the throes of eclipse season, where nothing is sacred, and no one is safe. In the early hours of March 3, 2026, we’ll be under the skies and the influence of a total lunar Blood Moon eclipse at 12° Virgo. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth casts … Read more

Tarot readings for each zodiac sign during the 2026 Blood Moon lunar eclipse in Virgo

Tarot readings for each zodiac sign during the 2026 Blood Moon lunar eclipse in Virgo

A total lunar eclipse is upon us. In the early hours of March 3, 2026, we’ll be under the skies and the influence of a total lunar Full Worm Blood Moon eclipse at 12° Virgo. In honor of this lunation, author and tarot reader Kerry Ward has pulled a guiding card for each zodiac element. “The full moon lunar eclipse in Virgo signifies a time of culmination and emotional release. It encourages individuals to reflect on their health, daily routines, and self-esteem, … Read more

Daily habit doesn’t help prevent colorectal cancer, scientists warn — and it ‘comes with immediate risks’

Daily habit doesn’t help prevent colorectal cancer, scientists warn — and it ‘comes with immediate risks’

It might be time to rethink that little pill in your medicine cabinet. A new study casts doubt on the idea that regularly taking an over-the-counter painkiller can help ward off colorectal cancer — at least for the general population. Worse, researchers warn that the daily habit carries “immediate risks,” including a higher chance of … Read more

What are ‘youth-associated proteins’ — and how can they help you live to 100?

What are ‘youth-associated proteins’ — and how can they help you live to 100?

The fountain of youth may be flowing through your veins. A new study out of Switzerland identified key proteins in the blood of centenarians that appear to be linked to slower aging.  Scientists say the findings could guide future research aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of the biology of longevity — and potentially inspire … Read more

Here are the Blood Moon Lunar eclipse horoscopes for every zodiac sign

Here are the Blood Moon Lunar eclipse horoscopes for every zodiac sign

The merry, lion-lamb month of March is here. We begin March under the influence of Mercury retrograde in Pisces. The trickster planet of the mind and the mouth, currency and texts from your wayward ex, will station direct on March 20 but shan’t clear its post-retrograde shadow until April 9. On March 3rd, we welcome … Read more

More and more people are getting colorectal cancer before 50 — what should young people be doing about it?

More and more people are getting colorectal cancer before 50 — what should young people be doing about it?

“Black Panther” star Chadwick Boseman’s death in 2020 — from complications of late-stage colon cancer — triggered a significant surge in public awareness of the devastating disease and an increased interest in screening. The impact was so strong that it was dubbed the “Boseman effect.” This month’s death of “Dawson’s Creek” star James Van Der … Read more

What screening did Christy Carlson Romano use to test positive for cancer — and should everyone be getting one?

What screening did Christy Carlson Romano use to test positive for cancer — and should everyone be getting one?

Disney alum Christy Carlson Romano is getting candid about a frightening new health scare. The “Even Stevens” star revealed in an emotional Instagram video, posted Feb. 17, that she and her husband, Brendan Rooney, recently underwent precautionary cancer screenings because the disease runs in her family. “My husband’s came back completely negative. Mine did not … Read more