Not your daddy’s cancer scare. Male cancer cases are rising at a staggering rate, with 19 million men expected to be diagnosed by 2050, and the number of men who die from cancer is increasing 93%. Now, research points to a potential link between one devastating reproductive condition and increased chances of developing colorectal or … Read more
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
A school-aged child in L.A. recently died after developing a rare neurological disease years after contracting the measles. Authorities didn’t reveal many details about the case, except that the child was infected with measles as an infant, before they were eligible for the vaccine. Measles is a respiratory disease that spreads easily from person to … Read more
Don’t sleep on this troubling sign that may increase your risk of dementia. Age, genetics, high blood pressure, unmanaged Type 2 diabetes, smoking and untreated hearing loss are among the major risk factors for dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking and the ability to perform daily tasks. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic wanted … Read more
When she started speaking out about “the change,” Naomi Watts was worried about branding herself as a “menopausal lady” in Hollywood. “Agism is alive and well. I was nervous about it, but I thought: If I can help a few, that would be meaningful. And it turns out it wasn’t career suicide,” she said at … Read more
Your anxiety is about to get worse. Dementia diagnoses are projected to skyrocket in the coming decades. Americans over 55 face a 42% lifetime risk of dementia, a recent study found, with new cases expected to reach 1 million per year by 2060 without significant intervention. Now, a new study suggests that your risk of dementia significantly … Read more
A growing number of Ozempic and Mounjaro users have shared stark warnings after going blind while using GLP-1 drugs. Now a new study is bringing into focus the relationship between diabetic GLP-1 users and the elevated risk of age-related eye disease. But despite seemingly alarming numbers, a doctor explained to The Post why she doesn’t … Read more
Talk about a booby trap. Experts are sounding the alarm about a popular pastime that could significantly increase the risk of developing breast cancer. The warning comes as more and more women are indulging in this everyday vice, which poses an even greater threat to those who are postmenopausal. Breast cancer is the most common … Read more
A mid-day snooze isn’t always as harmless as it might seem. For some, persistent daytime drowsiness can be more than just a function of getting older — it could be a warning sign of dementia. A new study has pinpointed when sleepiness during the day is a clue that you’re headed for mental decline. Generally … Read more
Brain health should be top of mind as we age. Nearly 7 million Americans have been diagnosed with dementia, which slowly erodes memory, thinking skills and the ability to perform basic tasks. Now, economists at the nonprofit research organization RAND have identified several factors that can strongly predict at 60 if you’ll develop cognitive impairment and dementia by 80, including never drinking alcohol … Read more
In the ongoing flap about whether it’s better to be a night owl or an early bird, new evidence suggests that nocturnal navigators are nearly 50% more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than those who quickly call it a night. Darkness dwellers have a late chronotype, which means they prefer to go to bed … Read more
Making her way from foster care in the Lower East Side to creating a beauty business valued at $25 million, entrepreneur Nadine Ramos credits New York City for being the city that made her. “The concrete jungle, as they say, will either make you or break you,” the 45-year-old native New Yorker told The Post. … Read more
As Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers reach a deal on legislation that would regulate how content appears on kids’ social media feeds, mental health experts are sharing ways parents can set boundaries for their children to safely use apps such as TikTok and X. “I think it’s important to start talking about social media … Read more
Here’s the skinny on chubby baby boys. Most folks find chunky newborns plum adorable, owing to their squeezable cheeks, plump thighs and rightly rounded bellies. However, a January 2024 study from the University of South Australia has determined that male tots born to obese moms are likely to be overweight at birth, and are at high risk … Read more
Adding to the long list of reasons to love dogs, new research reveals their paw-sitive health benefits for the human brain. A study published in the December edition of Preventive Medicine Reports has revealed that dog owners over the age of 65 were 40% less likely to develop dementia. Take that, cat people. “This study … Read more
European health officials issued a warning this week after more than 60 people came down with botulism following a risky weight loss procedure in Turkey. Sixty-seven individuals across Turkey, Germany, Austria and Switzerland contracted botulism between late February and March 10, the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) said on Monday. Sixty of … Read more
Using marijuana every day increases the risk of developing heart disease, a study presented by the American College of Cardiology found. People who used marijuana on a daily basis were found to be about one-third more likely to develop coronary artery disease versus those who had never used cannabis. “We found that cannabis use is linked … Read more
Daydreamers might soon have a way to stay focused. Scientists from the ATR Brain Information Communication Research Laboratory Group in Japan have developed an alarm that would go off when it detects your mind wandering. A new study published in the journal Neural Networks suggested that people who use this alarm daydream significantly less. Researchers wanted … Read more
They’re shooting for the stars. Scientists have developed a laser that could detect extraterrestrial life in outer space, which could speed up the decades-long quest to find other beings “on faraway moons and planets.” The NASA-backed research conducted at the University of Maryland shows that the laser technology could potentially identify signs of life and … Read more
Over-65s who have had Covid are 80 per cent more likely to develop Alzheimer’s within a year of being infected, a new study reveals. Those that fall within this age bracket were found to be 50 to 80 per cent more at risk of developing the form of dementia than those who have not had … Read more