E-bikes and e-scooters are soaring in popularity, and with them, horrific injuries are surging too. But this deadly threat isn’t just affecting adults. In fact, injuries among kids are climbing much faster than grown folks. New research reveals that not only are there more injuries, but they’re more serious. Injuries among kids from e-bikes and … Read more
Drinking coffee on an empty stomach is a somewhat controversial practice, with claims circulating on social media that it spikes levels of the stress hormone cortisol and harms the gut, but some gastroenterologists say it’s not harmful. One social media post claimed that drinking coffee on an empty stomach can damage the lining that protects … Read more
Three in four Americans aged 50 and older would like to remain in their homes as they age, according to the AARP — and preserving that independence starts with daily habits. Dr. Vonda Wright, a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon, author and authority on active aging and mobility, who is based in Orlando, Florida, said there … Read more
Turning the clocks back at the end of daylight saving time has been linked to trouble falling and staying asleep, while ongoing sleep loss can take a toll on health. While some research has suggested that the fall time change could have some cardiovascular benefits, the abrupt loss of evening sunlight can suppress serotonin and … Read more
One in seven Americans trust AI chatbots as much as they trust a doctor, according to new research. A survey of 1,000 millennial parents and 1,000 general population Americans explored how they are using AI to manage their own health or their children’s health, and whether they understand how AI generates the advice it provides. … Read more
Polly may not wear a white coat, but she has excellent bedside manner. The Labrador Retriever recently visited an 8-year-old cancer patient at Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein (CHAM), who began experiencing tremors after doctors removed their breathing tube and reduced their sedative medications. “When Polly was present in the bed with this patient, they calmed significantly … Read more
Dementia diagnoses show no signs of slowing down. While previous studies predicted cases would double by 2060, that date has now moved up by a decade, according to new research. Experts warn that not only is this health crisis moving at an alarming rate, but certain groups may also be more at risk than others … Read more
Nearly half of Americans spend less than two hours outdoors in an entire week, according to a new national survey from the Nature & Health Alliance involving researchers at Texas A&M University. Dr. John La Puma, a California physician and expert in nature-based medicine, has focused on the potential health impacts of spending less time … Read more
As scientists increasingly investigate how everyday habits may influence health and aging, one longevity doctor says the keys to a longer, healthier life don’t require expensive supplements, elaborate biohacks or cutting-edge treatments. Dr. Michael Hall, a Miami Beach longevity physician and author of the new book, “Infinite Youth,” has identified what he calls the “10 … Read more
As Americans live longer, experts say everyday habits may be taking a toll on eye health earlier than expected. Dr. Douglas Lazzaro, professor of ophthalmology at NYU Langone Health, warned that several everyday habits may be silently affecting eye health. Age-related eye conditions include glaucoma, which damages the optic nerve, and cataracts, a clouding of … Read more
You don’t know what you’ve got ’til it’s gone — and when it comes to aging, that old saying can hit hard enough to break a hip. As an internist with a geriatrics focus at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, I see it firsthand. My older patients often arrive dealing with debilitating conditions and diseases that … Read more
Dr. Marc Siegel, physician and Fox News senior medical analyst, explores the intersection of spirituality, clinical treatment and unexplained medical recoveries in his new book, “The Angels Among Us.” Examining how faith, human empathy and modern medicine converge during health crises, the book draws on medical research, historical cases and firsthand clinical experience. “You don’t … Read more
Talk about growing pains. Controversial “manosphere” influencer Clavicular — whose real name is Braden Peters — shared his top tip for growing his manhood, which he claims can be done conveniently while driving. But the unusual trick is worrying doctors, who warn that the risks far outweigh any potential — and unlikely benefits. Viral “looksmaxxing” … Read more
Is your doctor leaving you on read? A new study suggests that the secret to getting your provider to respond may come down to something as simple as how you write your patient portal message. Researchers found that using one phrase in particular could significantly boost your chances of hearing back, especially from the person … Read more
Medicine is advancing at breakneck speed, with once-unthinkable treatments and technologies now becoming reality. These innovations have led to miraculous new treatments: Scientists can now target and fix rare inherited diseases with gene editing, use mRNA technology to create and update vaccines faster during crises, and personalize cancer treatments with targeted therapies based on a … Read more
Dr. Krista Edelman was having a strange dream about a small mouse trying to get into her mouth. When she woke up, she was met with the horrifying realization that there was, in fact, a furry animal “burrowing” between her lips. “I reach up to my mouth … and then I touch something that is … Read more
A woman suffering from debilitating perimenopause symptoms says her doctor agreed to prescribe hormone replacement therapy — only after her husband confirmed how bad things had gotten. The woman said she spent years seeking help for a range of symptoms that were so severe they began to affect her marriage, but her doctors repeatedly dismissed … Read more
Timing is everything, and the executive order calling for pediatricians to change how they space out childhood vaccines comes at a difficult time. On Monday, President Trump signed an order adopting new recommendations of 11 childhood vaccines, down from 18 — and called for the Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccine to be split into three separate shots, … Read more
Beware the burnout. Rising in popularity over the last few years, burnout has come for many, whether they’re breaking under the pressure of work or life, affecting nearly a quarter of Americans before they’re 30. But the term is so broad and can mean so many different things that it raises the question of whether … Read more
Trump’s Cabinet may be having a very different experience on the porcelain throne than the rest of America. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Vice President JD Vance are among the senior officials embracing a diet that promises weight loss, glowing skin — and, perhaps most eyebrow-raising of all, “nearly orgasmic” poops. Yes, really. … Read more