“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
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
They’re running themselves ragged — and possibly fast-tracking Father Time. Ultramarathons are surging in popularity, with more than 100,000 North Americans racing beyond 26.2 miles last year, nearly triple the 35,000 who did so in 2020. But before you lace up your sneakers, here’s the catch: New research suggests that people who tackle these extreme … Read more
As horrific details of the Iranian government’s suppression of protesters emerge — with internal estimates counting more than 10,000 among the dead — the country’s young, wealthy elite are inciting further rage by continuing to flaunt their lavish lives online as they have for years, as if the nation weren’t on the brink of collapse outside of … Read more
You’ve likely heard of diabetes, a chronic condition that affects how the body regulates blood sugar. But are you familiar with prediabetes? Prediabetes is a state of elevated blood sugar that falls below the threshold of Type 2 diabetes. It’s becoming increasingly common: More than 1 in 3 US adults has prediabetes, and most aren’t … Read more
January is National Soup Month, and, for many Americans, that means reaching for familiar comfort foods like chicken soup or tomato soup, but which one is actually healthier? The nutritional profile of a bowl or cup of soup can run across the spectrum from healthy to fatty and caloric. Vandana Sheth, a plant-based dietitian and diabetes expert … Read more
Life in plastic might be fantastic after all — or at least not as dangerous as we’ve been led to believe. Ubiquitous in the environment, microplastics can be found in the clothes we wear, the cleaning supplies we use, the food we eat, the water we drink and even the air we breathe. For years, … Read more
When I signed up to try a bunch of health and aging tests for The Post, I knew there would be blood. I just didn’t realize how much blood I’d have to surrender. I’ve undergone several fertility treatments over the years, so I’m used to constant blood draws. But that’s usually one or two vials … Read more
A Texas dad says his “blood starts to boil” if he’s required to play with his young kids for more than 10 minutes a day — but his shocking confession has been met with surprising support from other parents. Justin Murphy, an author and businessman, made the admission in an X post, which has clocked … Read more
President Donald Trump admitted in an interview on Thursday that he takes a higher dose of aspirin than what is recommended by his doctors — and said the medication it to blame for bruising often seen on his hands. “They say aspirin is good for thinning out the blood, and I don’t want thick blood … Read more
As the new year dawns, it’s time to talk doomsday, my babies — and no one grips us with grim quite like Nostradamus. Michel de Nostredame, Nostradamus, or Nos if you’re nasty, was a 16th-century astrologer, doctor, enemy of the church and bearded soothsayer who has been credited with foretelling the Great Fire of London, Hitler’s … Read more
Sometimes the fountain of youth pours the putrid. In search of younger-looking skin, humans have turned to all manner of questionable treatments, from bodily fluids to animal guts. Here’s a rundown of a few of the more bizarre methods for turning back the clock. A powdered bird poop facial, or what the Japanese call uguisu no … Read more
Most people don’t spare a thought for their blood type unless they’re in need of a transfusion — but could yours hold secrets to your health? And is one better than the others? There are four main blood types: A, B, AB, and O. Seventyfour – stock.adobe.com The short answer: No, there is no “best” … Read more
Angel health foods? More like devils in disguise. Many of us are reaching for healthy foods, such as extra veggies and whole grains, once the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s. But there can be too much of a good thing, as some seemingly “good for you” foods could be secretly sabotaging your health if … Read more
Some medications can cause surprising side effects. One man learned this firsthand when, after taking a medication for heart failure, he developed a new physical feature — enlarged breasts. The condition, known as gynecomastia, occurs when there’s a hormonal imbalance due to certain medications or puberty. A 76-year-old man unexpectedly grew breasts after taking a … Read more
As snow blanketed parts of the US this week, heart health experts have shared warnings of the physical strain shoveling can take — particularly for older adults. A 2025 Mayo Clinic review found that just 10 minutes of heavy snow shoveling can push the heart to about 97% of its maximum rate. Exposure to cold air … Read more
Scientists in Sweden have created a new pill designed to help the body burn fat and control blood sugar in a different way than popular GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic. While injectable GLP-1s work by suppressing appetite, this new treatment boosts metabolism in the muscles. A study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University included both … Read more
There’s new progress in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease. About 1 in 9 US seniors has Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, which slowly impairs memory, thinking skills and the ability to perform even basic tasks. There is no single, easy test to diagnose Alzheimer’s, but a new review of 18 scientific studies confirms … Read more
Your next trip to smooth out crow’s feet or fill in smile lines could look a little different. Experts are urging clinics to perform ultrasounds before injecting cosmetic fillers into patients’ faces — a step they say could make the popular procedure safer and more precise. The push follows new research raising concerns about a … Read more
Quentin Tarantino has declared war on Paul Dano. The award-winning director, 62, appeared on Tuesday’s episode of “The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast” and named his top ten movies of the 21st century, with Paul Thomas Anderson’s “There Will Be Blood” — starring Dano, 41, and Daniel Day-Lewis — ranking fifth. But Tarantino stressed that the … Read more