January Jones, best known for starring on “Mad Men,” has revealed a health condition she’s been struggling with for years – and one family member who’s dismissive of it. On an Instagram video posted Thursday, Jones, 47, said, “For today, I’d like to talk about something that I’ve been struggling with my whole life, which … Read more
Judi Dench is opening up about her harrowing eye condition. The English actress, who is about to turn 91 on December 9, is detailing life with advanced macular degeneration Dench appeared on ITV on Nov. 25, alongside longtime friend Ian McKellen and said she “can’t see anymore.” Judi Dench on ITV News on Nov. 25, 2025. … Read more
Last week, 80 years after his death, Adolf Hitler made headlines for a surprising reason: DNA analysis determined that he may have had a micropenis. The Nazi dictator was found to have a genetic disorder called Kallmann syndrome, which can delay or prevent puberty and result in underdeveloped sexual organs. And the revelations about dead … Read more
A terrified Long Island mom’s quick-thinking but devastatingly painful choice helped save the life of her toddler son over the summer — and eventually revealed the exceptionally rare condition he suffers from. “Picture breathing through a milkshake straw, then breathing through a regular straw, then trying to breathe through a coffee straw,” Maria Carlin, 36, … Read more
Trying to conceive is not always, ahem, a straight shot. A diagnosis like polycystic ovary syndrome can throw even more curveballs into the mix, but there’s increasing hope for women attempting to have a baby with this medical condition. As Dr. Shaun C. Williams, MD, a reproductive endocrinologist at Illume Fertility, in Norwalk, Conn., described … Read more
Chronic kidney disease has been named the ninth leading cause of global death. Record numbers of men and women are currently estimated to have reduced kidney function, according to new research following a study published in the journal The Lancet. Researchers at NYU Langone Health, the University of Glasgow, and the Institute for Health Metrics … Read more
Anthony Hopkins is calling bull on his wife’s armchair diagnosis. The acclaimed actor, 87, balked when his wife, Stella Arroyave, suggested he has Asperger’s Syndrome, a neurodevelopmental disorder on the autism spectrum. “I didn’t know what the hell she was talking about. I don’t even believe it,” he told The Sunday Times, sharing the signs … Read more
What a complete shock. Two years ago, a 20-year-old student at the University of Cambridge collapsed and died without any warning signs while hiking in southern France — and now her family is doing everything possible to prevent others from experiencing this same type of unexpected tragedy. Clarissa Nicholls was described as a healthy and … Read more
Nearly at her due date and seemingly healthy, one 27-year-old woman says a bizarre symptom had her rushing to the hospital — where she soon had to undergo an emergency C-section and open-heart surgery. MK Campbell from Texas was 35 weeks pregnant when she awoke to a scary sensation in her chest. “[I] rolled over … Read more
Parkinson’s disease — which can cause tremors, slow movement and stiffness — is believed to affect 1 in every 336 Americans. The exact cause of the neurodegenerative disorder is not known, but it is believed to stem from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Now, three hospitals in Korea are reporting that patients with … Read more
She’s game to go back to the beach. Carmen Electra, 53, said she would be willing to reprise her role of Lani McKenzie on the recently announced “Baywatch” reboot – but she has one condition. “It could be fun” to join the cast of the reboot, the actress and model told TMZ in a recent interview. … Read more
He gave Mr. Carson a tremor — but behind the scenes, Julian Fellowes was the one shaking. The “Downton Abbey” creator recently opened up about how he’s overcoming a supposedly “incurable” condition that made everyday tasks nearly impossible, thanks to a “terrifying” yet “revolutionary” procedure. “You’re kept awake the whole time,” Fellowes, 76, said in … Read more
Is the bridge gonna have a monster-in-law on her hands? A woman with a medical condition was blasted by the groom’s mom ripped her for bringing her own food to a wedding, as detailed in a viral Reddit post. “She confronted me and said I was ’embarrassing the family,’” said the 36-year-old wedding guests of … Read more
If all your friends were imaginary when you were a kid, your troubles may not be over. Research has established that loneliness in childhood can lead to issues in adulthood — particularly when it comes to long-term mental health. But a new study published today found that those feelings of isolation can also impact physical … Read more
Map got your tongue? In what appeared to be a slip of the tongue, “Saturday Night Live” alumna Kate McKinnon recently revealed to People that she has an odd but harmless medical condition called “geographic tongue.” “Your tongue sheds in patches and looks like an atlas, hence the name ‘geographic tongue,’ ” McKinnon, 41, explained … Read more
Get a load of this hard-boiled horror. After years of silent growth, doctors were shell-shocked to discover a tumor nestled inside a Chinese man’s scrotum that had ballooned to the size of a chicken’s egg. With no other symptoms, the oversized lump was the only sign of a condition so rare it’s been documented just … Read more
As the second phase of Katy Perry’s legal battle with Carl Westcott kicks off in court, the 85-year-old veteran’s family tells The Post they are willing to forgive the pop star for subjecting them to the burdens of the trial — but they want one thing. Perry, 40, and Westcott’s trial over damages she claims she’s … Read more
Her $50,000 “dream day” turned into a medical nightmare. The trauma of wedding planning left bride Kelly Stech paralyzed and unable to crack a smile while walking down the aisle. “I felt like it was the happiest day of my life, but I didn’t want people to think I looked miserable because I couldn’t smile … Read more
Time for a heart-to-heart. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the US, killing more Americans than cancer and unintentional injuries — including car crashes, falls and overdoses — combined. You’ve probably heard of heart attacks, strokes and heart failure, but there’s a lesser-known, dangerous condition that’s often referred to as a “silent … Read more
A woman was horrified when her breasts suddenly swelled five cup sizes for no apparent reason —thanks to a painful condition that caused people to stare and believe her to be pregnant. Michelle Sekwena had a petite, 32A-size chest and was comfortable in her body before the shocking change, which took place over several months. … Read more