Could a new drug that makes fat cells self-destruct be the next big GLP-1? CBL-514 targets fat cells, and a new study shows that it was effective in slimming down participants’ waistlines. Early data suggests it’s effective at keeping it off, too. The new drug targets subcutaneous and visceral fat around the belly. Dmytro Flisak … Read more
More kids and teens are getting colorectal cancer. And when it does strike, researchers say the disease manifests differently than in adults. Over the past two decades, colorectal cancers have exploded fivefold among children ages 10 to 14, more than tripled among teens aged 15 to 19 and nearly doubled among young adults ages 20 … Read more
We’re learning more about the super-effective “triple-G” weight loss drug retatrutide. The drug, the first of its kind to target three metabolic receptors (GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon), is nearing the end of clinical trials and is expected to be submitted to the FDA for approval early next year. People are already clamoring to get their … Read more
More than 6 million Americans live with dementia. With an aging population and rising cases of conditions linked to dementia, like obesity, that number is expected to double by 2060. We can’t avoid getting older — dementia’s single greatest risk factor is increasing age — but that doesn’t mean we’re powerless to stop it. We … Read more
It’s impossible to predict exactly who will and who won’t get cancer — but there are certainly factors that we know increase our risk, like family history and smoking. Also upping your odds? Certain illnesses. And they account for more cancer cases than you might think. A new study published in “The Lancet Oncology” suggests … Read more
Night owls should give a hoot about their bedtime. Research has indicated that nocturnal creatures face an increased risk of diabetes, mental health troubles and even premature death. Now, new evidence out of Finland suggests night owls’ habits may catch up to them, putting them at a disadvantage later in life, both physically and financially. … Read more
California may have the sunshine, beaches and a laid-back lifestyle, but its cities didn’t exactly glow at the top of this list. Seven California cities made U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of the 250 best places to live in the country — though none landed near the upper end. Dublin took the top spot … Read more
A six-figure salary doesn’t buy what it used to — especially in California. A single adult living in the Golden State now needs to earn an eye-watering $126,797 a year before taxes to live “comfortably,” according to a new report from financial planning site SmartAsset. That puts singletons who are bringing in an even $100,000 … Read more
This bites. It’s not entirely unheard of for teeth to grow in places other than the mouth, a condition known as ectopic teeth. However, a 16-year-old boy in India developed an ectopic tooth in a highly unusual place, which doctors are calling a first ever in the world in a case study of the atypical … Read more
Your afternoon pick-me-up may have some unintended consequences. Caffeine can make it more difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep since it competes with adenosine, a naturally occurring chemical in the body that promotes drowsiness. Most experts agree that we should observe a caffeine cut-off so our coffee or soda habits don’t mess with our … Read more
It’s not such sweet news. Diet and mental health are linked, with research showing that what we eat is linked to the development of issues like depression and anxiety. And one study in particular has found early exposure to a popular food could cause anxiety later in life. Diet and mental health are linked, and … Read more
With autism cases on the rise in the US, spiking 175% between 2011 and 2022, more are looking for solutions to common symptoms, such as sensory over-responsivity. To many autistic children, everyday sensations, such as scratchy fabric or a loud car horn, can be overwhelming and cause distress. One study from UCLA Health, though, may have … Read more
It’s an age-old question: How much of the differences between the way men and women behave are a result of nature, and how much is nurture? A new study could shed more light on this. It shows different behavior between newborn boys and girls could appear just hours after birth. Researchers from the University of … Read more
Your dinner date may be doing more than keeping you company — they might also be keeping your blood sugar in check. A new study suggests that simply eating with your sweetheart helps soften the effects of a sugar high and the unpleasant, inevitable crash — and mitigate the longterm health consequences of repeated spikes. … Read more
Your funky belly button could hold vital clues about your health — including signs of Parkinson’s, which is notoriously hard to diagnose. No single lab or test can confirm a Parkinson’s diagnosis, and doctors are left to rely on symptoms, medical history, and tests like MRIs to rule out other conditions. Sometimes it can take … Read more
Men may soon have more than condoms and vasectomies in their arsenal when it comes to avoiding an unexpected bundle of joy. A new generation of male birth control is on the horizon, with researchers working on everything from pills and gels to longer-lasting contraceptives. And apparently, plenty of guys are eager to give them … Read more
Stroke incidence more than doubled among young adults in a recent study. Researchers at the University of Cincinnati analyzed data from 2,076 first-ever strokes among adults ages 20–54 in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region from 1993-1994 to 2020. Over those three decades, the incidence increased from about 34 to 62 strokes per 100,000 people per … Read more
Smoking is a huge risk factor for lung cancer — but it’s not the only one. Researchers have found an alarming trait that can skyrocket a person’s risk of developing this deadly disease. Surprisingly, it has nothing to do with cigarettes and everything to do with genetics. Researchers have found a trait that can skyrocket … Read more
The latest findings about GLP-1s may leave you feeling queasy. These blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes treatments have exploded in popularity in recent years, with about one in eight US adults saying they were taking a medication like Ozempic or Wegovy in late 2025. Now, new research suggests patients taking GLP-1s could face an increased risk … Read more
Don’t call it a comeback. For more than a century, an organ in the female reproductive system was written off as useless. However, a recent study indicates that what researchers have called a “mysterious orphan structure” may play an essential role in fertility and keeping the ovaries healthy. Once dismissed as useless, the long-overlooked structure … Read more