The surprising theory why boys are diagnosed with autism more often than girls

The surprising theory why boys are diagnosed with autism more often than girls

Blame it on the X factor. Research has long shown that boys are over three times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls. In fact, about 1 in 20 US boys are diagnosed with autism by age 8. For girls, the rate ranges from about 1 in 70 to 1 in 100. The … Read more

Mom diagnosed with incurable brain tumor after believing she had early dementia: ‘The most devastating thing’

Mom diagnosed with incurable brain tumor after believing she had early dementia: ‘The most devastating thing’

A mom has told how she thought she had early-onset dementia — but it turned out to be brain cancer. Tracy Kehoe, 57, found herself forgetting she had already completed tasks or conversations, as well as repeating herself, in the spring of 2025. The concerned mom-of-two, from Salford, Greater Manchester, decided to visit the doctors, … 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 | I was diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer at 26 — a new therapy wiped it out in 4 months

Exclusive | I was diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer at 26 — a new therapy wiped it out in 4 months

After getting engaged, the only words journalist Mrinali Dhembla expected to hear were “I do.” Instead, she was told, “You have cancer.” “When I first heard the words, ‘You have cancer,’ I was obviously very shaken because when you’re in your 20s, you just think that a little disturbance in your bowels isn’t a big … Read more

Doing this after being diagnosed with cancer can lower your risk of dying

Doing this after being diagnosed with cancer can lower your risk of dying

A new hope for those with cancer. Cancer survival rates have reached new heights, with 70% of patients diagnosed hitting the five-year survival mark. Now, new research shows one particular habit could greatly help both those recently diagnosed and people in remission by adding a few more years to their lives. A new study has … Read more

‘General Hospital’ star Chris McKenna reveals he has bipolar disorder, diagnosed after ‘manic psychotic episode’

‘General Hospital’ star Chris McKenna reveals he has bipolar disorder, diagnosed after ‘manic psychotic episode’

Chris McKenna is opening up about his health diagnosis. The “General Hospital” star, 48, revealed he has bipolar disorder during an upcoming episode of co-star Maurice Benard’s “State of Mind” podcast, per People. McKenna, who portrays Jack Brennan on the ABC soap, shared that his condition worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. Chris McKenna attends the Season 3 … Read more

Mom diagnosed with brain cancer after arm tingle was dismissed as anxiety

Mom diagnosed with brain cancer after arm tingle was dismissed as anxiety

A mom was diagnosed with brain cancer after the tingling in her arm was dismissed as anxiety. Kelsey Stokstad, 32, started experiencing numbness and tingling in her left arm and hand but doctors told her it was anxiety-related and prescribed her Beta blockers. But when she had a grand mal seizure – a loss of … Read more

24-year-old woman diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer after dismissing this one key symptom

24-year-old woman diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer after dismissing this one key symptom

A woman who dismissed blood in her stool as hemorrhoids was diagnosed with stage three colon cancer. Meagan Meadows, 24, started experiencing blood in her stool in October 2024, but after chatting with friends and family, she dismissed her symptoms as hemorrhoids. After a few months, her symptoms persisted, so Meagan booked an appointment with … Read more

Kevin Jonas’ wife Danielle Jonas was diagnosed with Lyme disease after experiencing this ‘very traumatic’ symptom

Kevin Jonas’ wife Danielle Jonas was diagnosed with Lyme disease after experiencing this ‘very traumatic’ symptom

Danielle Jonas, wife of Kevin Jonas, is revealing the stressful symptoms that led to her recent diagnosis of Lyme disease. Jonas, 39, sought treatment when she noticed that she was shedding more hair than usual. “They tried to tell me it was anxiety. Finally, I had a biopsy that showed I actually had Lyme disease,” … Read more

Dad diagnosed with tonsillitis dies 24 hours later after doctor refused to send him to ER

Dad diagnosed with tonsillitis dies 24 hours later after doctor refused to send him to ER

A dad-of-one died just 24 hours after a bungling doctor refused to send him to ER – telling him he had tonsillitis. Michael Reynolds, 29, was told to rest after he initially went to his GP complaining of a sore and swollen throat. He was sent home with a steroid nasal spray, but when his … Read more

Man diagnosed with ear infection later learns it was a sign of a rare brain tumor

Man diagnosed with ear infection later learns it was a sign of a rare brain tumor

A man was told that his ear infection was actually a sign of a rare brain tumor. David Dingley, 76, noticed he wasn’t hearing properly in June 2023, but assumed he had a bad cold. His earing issues persisted, and after multiple visits to his GP, he was diagnosed with an ear infection, and later … Read more

Brandon Blackstock was diagnosed with cancer after Kelly Clarkson divorce

Brandon Blackstock was diagnosed with cancer after Kelly Clarkson divorce

Brandon Blackstock learned he had cancer following his divorce from Kelly Clarkson. The late talent manager, who died on Aug. 7 at age 48, “was diagnosed after the divorce,” a source told People. Blackstock and Clarkson, 43, married in 2013 and shared two children: daughter River, 11, and son Remington, 9. He was also father … Read more

Dear Abby: My friend has become mean since getting diagnosed with Alzheimer’s

Dear Abby: My friend has become mean since getting diagnosed with Alzheimer’s

DEAR ABBY: An old friend of 50 years has recently been diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s. She’s still conducting her life as usual, driving and taking care of her banking, etc. However, she has lost her filter and talks to me about my figure (“Your thighs are shockingly thin”), and also my health (“Are you going … Read more

Woman diagnosed with brain tumor after routine eye test

Woman diagnosed with brain tumor after routine eye test

A woman was diagnosed with a brain tumor after a routine eye test and given a second blow when doctors discovered she also had breast cancer four months later. Elizabeth Craig, 55, had gone for a standard appointment at her local Specsavers in January 2022 when her optician noticed something unusual during the examination. She … Read more

Pop star Jessie J diagnosed with breast cancer: ‘I need to process it’

Pop star Jessie J diagnosed with breast cancer: ‘I need to process it’

Pop star Jessie J revealed she was diagnosed with “early breast cancer,” telling fans that she is going to “disappear for a bit” after her upcoming concert to undergo surgery. The “Price Tag” hitmaker, whose real name is Jessica Cornish, delivered the candid health update on her Instagram page on Tuesday. “I was diagnosed with … Read more

Comedian, 36, diagnosed with stomach cancer – this is the heartbreaking way he found out

Comedian, 36, diagnosed with stomach cancer – this is the heartbreaking way he found out

Comedian Sidney Raz had no warning signs before doctors found stomach cancer growing inside him. The 36-year-old, best known for his viral “Life Hacks” videos, was diagnosed early, significantly improving his chances of beating the disease.  But it wasn’t luck that led to the discovery. It was heartbreak.  Sidney Raz is set to have his … Read more

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star Eric Dane reveals he’s been diagnosed with ALS: ‘Grateful to have my loving family’

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star Eric Dane reveals he’s been diagnosed with ALS: ‘Grateful to have my loving family’

Eric Dane revealed he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease.  The “Grey’s Anatomy” star, 52, shared the stunning announcement Thursday in a statement to People.   “I have been diagnosed with ALS,” Dane told the outlet. “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side … Read more

Weezer bassist Scott Shriner’s wife diagnosed with cancer, had hysterectomy weeks before arrest

Weezer bassist Scott Shriner’s wife diagnosed with cancer, had hysterectomy weeks before arrest

Scott Shriner’s wife is an open book when it comes to her health journey. Jillian Shriner, who has been married to the Weezer bassist since 2005, had undergone treatment for cancer last month. She was recovering and updating followers prior to being shot by Los Angeles cops and booked for attempted murder on Tuesday, April … Read more

Former teen idol Bobby Sherman diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer

Former teen idol Bobby Sherman diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer

Former teen idol Bobby Sherman, who rocketed to fame in the 1960s as an actor and musician, has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, according to his family. The multi-talented pop sensation’s wife, Brigitte Poublon, posted the devastating news on Facebook on Tuesday. “To all of Bobby Sherman’s cherished fans, as many of you know, … Read more

Exclusive | I was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer at 33 — this was the symptom I initially dismissed

Exclusive | I was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer at 33 — this was the symptom I initially dismissed

When she was crowned Mrs. Mississippi Plus America last year, Bryce Ramsey immediately knew what her platform would be. “Hands down, colon cancer awareness,” Ramsey, 39, told The Post. “At the time, I was a four-year survivor, and I was like, ‘I just want to be able to help as many people as I can.’” … Read more