Think ahead! It’s important to treat your brain like a retirement fund — the earlier you invest, the better it pays off. Building brain health with movement and mental curiosity helps keep your mind’s wiring strong and resilient over time. Dr. Bruce Mayerson, co-chair of neurosciences at Catholic Health and the chief of neurology at … Read more
After a season of binging and drinking, your body may feel like it needs a break from the party. Dry January, a modern trend that challenges people to abstain from drinking for the first month of the year, has become a popular way to “detox” from the holidays and start the new year on a healthy … Read more
“The Pitt” has won over everyone — including real-life medical professionals. As the Emmy Award-winning series starring Noah Wyle returns for Season 2 on Jan. 8, doctors are weighing in on what “The Pitt” gets right and wrong — and how the show is impacting the healthcare system. “They’ve really taken on the responsibility of sort … Read more
The food pyramid has been razed and reimagined. In support of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign to “Make America Healthy Again,” the Department of Agriculture has released a new set of dietary guidelines. Announced January 7, these recommendations prioritize proteins and healthy fats while reducing the role of grains. Visually speaking, the guidelines are … Read more
Many might assume that over-the-counter (OTC) medications are generally safer than stronger prescription drugs, but research shows they can still present risks for some. Certain common OTC painkillers have been linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure, stroke and heart attacks. Potential risk of NSAIDs Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) — which are used to … Read more
Talk about a bloody mess. OB-GYNs are in a cramp over a viral idea that’s taken over TikTok: that you can simply “scoop out” your period to avoid the messiness that comes once a month. But docs have been quick to debunk and demystify what’s actually going on down there. A viral claim that women … Read more
She doctored her schedule. A general practitioner in the UK has been suspended for five months after booking in two fictitious appointments at the end of her workday to avoid being late to pick up her children. Dr Helen Eisenhauer, 43, was working at the Stenhouse Medical Centre in Arnold, England, when she scheduled the … Read more
A night of drinking doesn’t just come with a headache or dry mouth. It can also mean urgent trips to the restroom. The phenomenon — dubbed “booze butt” by Men’s Health — is real. Alcohol can irritate the digestive tract, alter gut bacteria and interfere with how the intestines absorb water, doctors said. “Alcohol itself can cause loose … Read more
Fatigue can stem from a variety of illnesses and life stressors, but when that exhaustion lasts for months — often following an infection — it may indicate a condition called chronic fatigue syndrome. Approximately 3.3 million people in the United States currently have the syndrome, with about one in four people confined to their bed at … Read more
There’s trouble brewing beneath the GLP-1 buzz. As Americans embrace blockbuster weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy in record numbers, providers are warning of a troubling ripple effect: patients sliding back into restrictive eating disorders — and others developing them for the first time. “I think there should be a button that you have to … Read more
As we approach winter — and all the illnesses that come with this time of year — many Americans are looking for proactive measures to protect their health. Between loading up on citrus fruits and eating fresh vegetables, it’s worthwhile to build up a healthy immune system to protect against germs. But when you’re hit with a … Read more
The first study to evaluate the link between Alzheimer’s disease and body weight found a significant association. Researchers at Washington University Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, discovered that Alzheimer’s blood biomarkers increased 95% faster in people with obesity than in non-obese individuals. The study, which was presented Tuesday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America … Read more
On demand, not on hold — new research revealed the top hurdles that send patients running to a new doctor. According to a survey of 2,000 Americans who’ve been to the doctor within the last year, sitting in the waiting room for more than 30 minutes (52%), inability to speak with a human being (48%) … Read more
Having practiced medicine for four decades, Dr. Marc Siegel knows the healing power of faith. Indeed, the Fox News senior medical analyst has always had miracles on his mind. They’ve been everywhere — from his fateful on-the-job meeting of his neurologist wife, Luda Bronfin, to the birth of his miracle son, Samuel, who overcame health … Read more
This year’s flu season is already raising alarms among public health officials and infectious disease experts. According to the BBC, the U.K.’s National Health Service (NHS) has issued an “SOS” warning amid growing concern that this winter could bring one of the most severe influenza waves in recent memory. “This flu season is going to be unusually … Read more
Dolly Parton apologized to fans for missing another event as she continues to deal with “a few health challenges.” Parton shared a video message with fans after being inducted into the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Hall of Fame. “Well, hey there, it’s Dolly, and I sure wish I could be with you in … Read more
How rude. With cold and flu season underway, one would hope others would be considerate enough to cough and sneeze into the crook of their elbow, slowing down the spread of contagious droplets into the air nearby. Unfortunately, we can’t control other people’s gross behavior — so if the worst does happen and you’ve gotten … Read more
What the pluck? As if your 40s weren’t maddening enough, your hair starts having its own midlife crisis — graying, thinning and popping up in the oddest places. Hair today — and still there tomorrow. Unwanted strands can crop up in unexpected places during menopause due to hormonal changes. Vitalina – stock.adobe.com “It is completely … Read more
Shilpa Gajarawala struggled with hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems and brain fog. But given her history of breast cancer, treating these menopausal symptoms with hormone therapy wasn’t an option. “For two years, I tried to kind of power through,” said the 58-year-old physician assistant from Jacksonville, Florida. But doctors say women like Gajarawala don’t need to suffer. Here … Read more
Paris Jackson has been clean and sober for nearly six years — but some side effects of drug use leave a permanent mark. Michael Jackson’s daughter recently took to TikTok to reveal the issue that’s still plaguing her years later, warning viewers: “That is umm … what you think it’s from. Don’t do drugs, kids.” … Read more