A facelift performed by Dr. Carl Truesdale is going viral for giving a 70-year-old patient who “looked 90 years old” dramatic, youth-boosting results. In a February TikTok video, Truesdale, who is based in Beverly Hills, posted a video of an unnamed woman he performed a facelift on, featuring both before and after footage. The clip … Read more
Almost every American has some degree of metabolic dysfunction — at least that’s what President Trump’s nominee for surgeon general would say. Dr. Casey Means, a graduate of the Stanford School of Medicine and lapsed functional medicine practitioner, began her Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday to become “America’s doctor,” putting her health views under a … Read more
It was supposed to be peak relaxation. Kate Johnson and her husband, Sean, planned a 10-day ski vacation to Japan early last year. They figured it would be their last big trip for a while since they were trying to get pregnant. A few weeks before boarding the plane, the Hoboken couple found out they … Read more
Is your back getting on your nerves? Your spine provides structural support, enables mobility and flexibility and protects your spinal cord, which facilitates communication between your brain and the rest of your body. It’s easy to screw up your spine with everyday activities, especially if you have bad posture, a sedentary lifestyle and poor technique … Read more
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in America, accounting for one in five deaths, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While multiple lifestyle factors can cause heart health to decline, nutrition is a large component, experts confirm. In an on-camera interview with Fox News Digital, cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Jeremy London shared … Read more
Who are you really going to trust for your skincare routine — a random influencer? Or a doctor who makes people look younger for a living? Fortunately, Dr. Dendy Engelman, a dermatologic surgeon at Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, doesn’t gatekeep her anti-aging must-haves. Speaking to The Post, the 47-year-old broke down both her morning and evening … Read more
A trendy cosmetic treatment might sculpt your jawline now — but it could spell trouble if you’re eyeing a face-lift later in life. That’s the warning from Dr. Prem Tripathi, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, who said a popular nonsurgical procedure used to dissolve stubborn chin fat could turn future surgery into a nightmare that … Read more
Nip/tuck nope. One board-certified plastic surgeon is speaking out about the procedures he wouldn’t recommend, including a popular facial surgery that can cause premature aging and others that just carry too many risks. “I don’t think that any of these procedures are going away since they’re all money makers for the types of providers that … Read more
Here’s how to get to the heart of the problem. If there’s one heart attack symptom most people are familiar with, it’s pain radiating down your left arm. Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon in Savannah, Georgia, recently shared three warning signs of cardiovascular issues that may be much harder to catch. Dr. Jeremy London … Read more
President Trump said on Wednesday that he would nominate Casey Means, a Stanford-educated doctor turned critic of corporate influence on medicine and health, as surgeon general. Dr. Means, an ally of the health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has described becoming disillusioned by establishment medicine. She rose to prominence last year after she and her … Read more
A doctor in Australia found himself stuck between a rock and a hard place. A Queensland surgeon was reprimanded and slapped with a $10,000 fine for snapping a photo of a coma patient’s penis, which featured a swastika tattoo, and then sharing it in a WhatsApp group chat, according to the New Zealand Herald. A … Read more
Shares of European and American spirits makers and brewers fell on Friday after the US surgeon general called for cancer warnings on the labels of alcoholic drinks. The consumption of alcoholic drinks increases the risk of developing breast, colon, liver and other cancers, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said in an advisory. “For certain cancers, like breast, mouth, and throat cancers, evidence shows that the … Read more
Alcoholic drinks should carry a label warning consumers about their cancer risks, the US Surgeon General said in an advisory on Friday, noting that their consumption increases the risk of developing breast, colon, liver and other cancers. US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy also called for the guidelines on alcohol consumption limits to be reassessed so … Read more
Alcohol is a leading cause of cancer, and alcoholic beverages should carry a warning label as packs of cigarettes do, the U.S. surgeon general said on Friday. It is the latest salvo in a fierce debate about the risks and benefits of moderate drinking as the influential U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans are about to … Read more
New year, new pantry? A new survey finds that 19% of US adults plan to eat healthier in 2025. One way to do that is to ditch ultra-processed foods, which are often bursting with calories, sugar, fat and salt. When looking for better alternatives to cookies, potato chips and marshmallow cereals, beware foods that wear … Read more
A colorectal cancer doctor is making the case for butting into your family’s business. Dr. Parul Shukla, a colon and rectal surgeon with Northwell Health, said there’s a key piece of advice he always gives patients when it comes to preventing colorectal cancer. And while it might be a bit uncomfortable, it’s certainly less so … Read more
You gut this! UK surgeon Karan Rangarajan, also known as Dr. Karan Rajan, recommends adding four fibrous foods to your grocery list if you’re having trouble going No. 2. Fiber is crucial to gut health. It feeds good bacteria in the gut, slows down digestion and facilitates smooth and regular bowel movements. Rangarajan said he … Read more
Brace yourself — AAA predicts that 7.85 million Americans will cram into overstuffed airplanes between Saturday, Dec. 21, and Wednesday, Jan. 1, to get away for the holidays. Some of the most stressful aspects of seasonal air travel, like weather delays, lost luggage and long lines of weary wanderers, are out of your control. But … Read more
Are eggs bad for your heart? Dr. Jeremy London, a cardiovascular surgeon in Savannah, Georgia, posed the question to more than one million of his followers on social media. His answer may be surprising to some. London told Fox News Digital that “eggs took a really bad rap” through the years, in large part because … Read more
Don’t even think about tapping that grass. When Dr. Scott Brotherton was recently asked what’s something that he would never do as an orthopedic surgeon, he said, “squats past 90 degrees,” also known as deep squats. Two major types of deep squats are parallel — when you lower your hips until your thighs are parallel … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump on Friday announced his choices to lead the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as his pick for the surgeon general post. Trump, 78, nominated Dr. Marty Makary – a professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine – to serve as FDA commissioner; … Read more
Heart disease is expected to affect 61% of US adults by 2050, so it’s important to know when problems may be afoot. Leg pain, cramps and lingering foot wounds are among the symptoms that may indicate peripheral artery disease (PAD), the narrowing or blockage of the vessels that supply blood to the legs. “Lower extremity … Read more
About 18,000 Americans are diagnosed with a new case of oropharyngeal cancer each year, with a UK head, neck and thyroid surgeon pointing the finger at oral sex. Oropharyngeal cancer is a type of head and neck cancer that tends to affect people between 50 and 80 but is becoming more prevalent among younger generations … Read more
A cosmetic surgeon said he would “never touch the BBL procedure with a barge pole” — speaking after Alice Webb became first UK’s first victim. Dr Kasim Usmani, 32, runs his own clinic in central London, and performs procedures like salmon sperm injections and non-surgical nose jobs. But he says the BBL surgery is not … Read more
He wants you to take this advice to heart. Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon in Savannah, Georgia, is revealing the four bad habits that he avoids to maintain good health. He said that being a cardiothoracic surgeon for 25 years has taught him not to smoke or vape, use alcohol-based mouthwash, consume processed foods … Read more
It’s a tough pill to swallow. Aspirin is a popular drug with people of all ages — but one heart surgeon says not everybody should be popping the pain reliever. Dr. Jeremy London took to TikTok to share his expert intel on who should, and should not be, taking a daily dose of aspirin. The … Read more
That’s not the way to get more iron in your diet. Doctors in India were taken aback after removing keys, nail clippers, and even a knife from the stomach of a young man, reported to be in his early twenties. Graphic footage of the team extracting a tool chest’s worth of implements is going viral. … Read more
The U.S. surgeon general on Wednesday issued a public health advisory about the impact of modern stresses on parents’ mental health, calling on government, businesses and community organizations to increase resources to provide them more support. The advisory issued by Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, who has used the format previously to address the risks from gun … Read more
Don’t let hiccups sour your mood! Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon based in Savannah, Georgia, is sharing a hack that he says will stop hiccups fast. “Drip lemon juice or lime juice into the back of the throat. It’ll stop them almost immediately,” London assured his 393,000 TikTok followers in a clip last month … Read more
No butts about it. Dr. Terry Simpson, a board-certified general surgeon based in California, is sharing the stool symptom that’s cause for serious concern. “There is one condition where you should go to the emergency room today or see your doctor today — and that is if you have blood in your stool,” he told … Read more
Call it a joints effort. Dr. Nick Pappas, a board-certified hand surgeon in the New Orleans area, is sharing his three favorite snacks to reduce joint inflammation — blueberries in the morning, walnuts at lunch and dark chocolate at night. “I do find that these little additions to my diet have definitely contributed to keeping my joints happier and less … Read more
A balanced diet and an active lifestyle are the cornerstones of weight loss, but for those looking to up their efforts to slim down, supplements may provide the metabolic boost they need. Dr. Mark Anton, a plastic surgeon in Orange County, California, recently revealed to SheFinds the six-pack of supplements he recommends to patients looking … Read more
What was he smoking? A health guru claimed puffing on cigarettes is linked to longer living — but now he’s trying to extinguish the controversy. “The men in Sardinia have a seven year longer lifespan than the women because they’re smokers. That’s what brings them up,” Dr. Steven Gundry, a former cardiac surgeon and contributor … Read more
Roxanne, you may want to turn on the red light. Dr. Daniel Barrett, a plastic surgeon from Beverly Hills, California, said that people should be doing “red light therapy every single day” for healthier and younger-looking skin. Barrett posted a video to his TikTok, where he goes by @barrettplasticsurgery, talking about the benefits of red … Read more
She’s sizing up some seriously big myths. A surgeon specializing in sexual health says you cannot tell the size of a man’s penis simply by looking at his hands and feet. Dr. Rena Malik made the declaration on the Diary of a CEO podcast on Monday, squashing the stereotype that blokes with bigger shoes are … Read more
Generation Z is still under 30 — but they may be approaching their “mid-life crisis” era. Those born between 1997 and 2012 are already suffering what many don’t experience until middle age — and it’s all thanks to social media, according to the US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. “What’s happening in social media is the … Read more
The viral Stanley tumbler is currently one of the hottest status symbols across the U.S. as a new generation of mindful, health-conscious young adults clamor for the coolest way to stay hydrated. But even though some of the main selling points of the 40-oz Stanley Quencher Tumbler are the side handle and straw, some TikTok users are now warning against … Read more
The itty bitty committee is currently accepting new members. Plastic surgeon Marc Pacifico, the president of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, predicts breast reductions will be the hottest cosmetic procedure of 2024, preferring “shape over size,” he told the Daily Mail. Once-desired double-Ds have now seemed to have fallen out of favor among … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — Sixty years ago, the U.S. surgeon general released a report that settled a longstanding public debate about the dangers of cigarettes and led to huge changes in smoking in America. Today, some public health experts say a similar report could help clear the air about vaping. Many U.S. adults believe nicotine … Read more
A woman in Arizona has sued her plastic surgeon, accusing him of botching her procedure while operating under the influence of alcohol, leaving her in distress, according to local reports. Dr. Bradley Becker is a “Double Board Certified-Plastic Reconstructive surgeon who has been practicing in AZ for 21 years. Specializing in Breast and Body,” according to … Read more
This will make you hotter — literally. Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Faryan Jalalabadi has been entertaining TikTok users with his various hacks and tips for slowing down the natural aging process — for example, claiming that dry saunas every day are key. “The sauna slows down the aging process of the skin,” he said in a … Read more
He’s always been a jaw-dropper, but now his face is turning heads for a different reason. Fans of Zac Efron expressed their shock over his new look during Entertainment Weekly’s cover shoot for “The Iron Claw,” his new film, out on Dec. 22. Celebrity facial plastic surgeon Dr. Sam Rizk believes Efron — who has said his altered … Read more
They won’t have what she’s having — done to her face. Fans of Meg Ryan — starring in her first movie in eight years, “What Happens Later” — are thrilled she’s back on the big screen, but sleepless on social media due to her seemingly “bad and bizarre” plastic surgery. “Great to see Meg Ryan … Read more
Looking good doesn’t have to break the bank — or the skin. Dr. Anthony Youn, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Detroit, recently shared a video detailing four affordable skincare tips — none of which call for going under the knife. “Here are my four biggest cosmetic bangs for the buck,” said Youn, 49, who calls … Read more
Worth a shot? Beverly Hills-based plastic surgeon Dr. Sarmela Sunder is revealing a quite simple way to make Botox injections last longer. In a TikTok that has attracted nearly 17,000 views since March, Sunder touts the benefits of the mineral zinc. “If you love the effects of Botox and you want it to last longer, … Read more
Choppy Joe. Amid mounting concerns over US President Joe Biden’s health, another potential bombshell surfaced regarding the executive “body.” A top California plastic surgeon alleges from his own analysis that Biden has dropped six figures on various plastic surgery procedures, including a face and brow lift, as seen in an Instagram video blowing up online. … Read more
Twenty-five years have gone by in the blink of an eye since “Sex and the City” premiered in 1998. The stars (and characters) of the hit HBO romantic comedy series — Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kim Cattrall and Kristin Davis — have seemingly aged gracefully in the last two decades. But New York-based plastic … Read more
This shoelace-tying technique has excited TikTok users in knots. A Pennsylvania doctor has gone viral on the social media app for sharing the unusual way surgeons tie their laces, explaining that they use the same technique on blood vessels. Dr. Justin Sloane, an OB-GYN in West Chester, shared the hack in a viral video uploaded … Read more
Social media continues to drive up depression and anxiety among teens, the surgeon general warns. Up to 95% of teens and 40% of children between the ages of 8 to 12 are on social media. And those spending more than three hours per day face double the risk for poor mental health as well as … Read more
A Beverly Hills plastic surgeon is opening up about the cosmetic procedures she wouldn’t undergo. Dr. Kelly Killeen, who has been featured on the TV show “Dr. 90210,” reveals the top five elective surgeries to avoid in a viral TikTok video. “So No. 1 is low-hanging fruit. You probably all guessed it, it’s a Brazilian butt … Read more
A long-time plastic surgeon has a surprising warning about what exercise ages a person faster — running. “Half my patients love me for it, and half my patients hate me for it,” Dr. Gerald Imber said laughingly in a TikTok clip. Imber, who specializes in procedures for the face and body, noted that running a … Read more
Give him a hand. Dr. Nick Pappas, an orthopedic surgeon from New Orleans, recently started sharing his outrageous operations on social media — and his followers are hooked. Though most of his hand surgeries only last about 30 minutes, the memories of what he’s seen — everything from catfish spines, extra fingers and rings the … Read more
This one cuts deep. A TikTok-famous plastic surgeon had her medical license suspended after allegations of botched surgeries and privacy violations surfaced. Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe, known as “Dr. Roxy” on the popular social media platform, has been accused of breaching patient privacy and caring more about her online following than her patients on the … Read more
Florida Surgeon General Dr Joseph A Ladapo on Saturday (local time) recommended against receiving mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, especially to males aged 18 to 39 as it increases the risk of cardiac-related death. “Today, we released an analysis on COVID-19 mRNA vaccines the public needs to be aware of. This analysis showed an increased risk of … Read more
This vagina designer is a cut above. Dr. Umberto Tozzi — who specializes in labiaplasty, a surgery aimed at reducing a woman’s labia minora or the flaps of skin on either side of the vaginal opening — has operated on over 300 women in his career. And the “down there” doctor’s handiwork is improving the … Read more
The Power creator is suing Angela Kogan and both her businesses for using his likeness to sell products. 50 Cent does not play about his image or his money. His 2019 lawsuit against Teairra Mari proved that he’d get his money by any means necessary. On Friday (September 16), the Power creator defended himself against … Read more