Doctors have revealed a common treatment to slow the effects of methanol poisoning. It comes after six people died following a mass methanol poisoning in Laos, including Melbourne teenagers Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles. Methanol – which is a chemical building block for hundreds of everyday products, including plastics, paints, car parts and construction materials – … Read more
Dave Coulier is staying positive as he battles a “very aggressive” form of cancer. The “Full House” star, 65, shared an update on his cancer treatment on Friday, posting a photo on his Instagram story giving a thumbs-up during a chemotherapy session. “Putting a positive spin and sending love to all of you who are … Read more
Director Steve McQueen revealed that he’s “fully recovered and functional” after privately battling prostate cancer. The 55-year-old British filmmaker shared details about his health battle publicly for the first time in an interview with Deadline published on Thursday. McQueen said that exactly two years ago, he had surgery to remove a cancerous tumor right before … Read more
A family in Queensland, Australia, is faced with selling their dream home to raise funds for their daughter’s life-saving therapy, which will cost a staggering $3 million. Tallulah Moon, 5, has been diagnosed with SPG56, a degenerative brain disease that is caused by a rare gene mutation. Tallulah was a healthy, happy baby until shortly after … Read more
This show strikes a chord. A radical feminist opera is causing major controversy and causing disturbed attendees to require medical treatment — and it’s coming to the US this month. “Sancta Susanna” tells the story of a suppressed nun’s journey of self-discovery and sexuality, featuring shocking elements including explicit lesbian scenes, real injuries and nudity. … Read more
A new drug combo recently approved by the Food & Drug Administration can halt lung cancer in its treacherous tracks — for over 40% longer than previously possible, a wide-ranging trial funded by pharmaceutical giant Janssen showed. Doctors are hailing the breakthrough as “amazing.” Lung cancer kills roughly 1.8 million people per year. The insidious disease … Read more
They knew it was the Ry-ght thing to do. A celebrated society exclusive to people named Ryan sprung into action upon learning that a baby of the same name needed money for a life-changing operation. In a little less than an hour, the viral nationwide Ryan Meetup group — which threw a huge, regional bash … Read more
LONDON (AP) — Kate, the Princess of Wales, made her first public appearance Sunday since she announced she had completed chemotherapy and would return to some public duties. Kate and her husband, Prince William, were seen Sunday attending church with King Charles III and Queen Camilla near their royal Balmoral estate in Scotland. Kate, 42, announced on Sept. 9 that … Read more
Dry eye disease is no laughing matter — or is it? More than 360 million people around the world suffer from chronically red, scratchy or irritated eyes, a condition that can worsen with stress. Researchers in China and the UK believe they may have found an unusual solution that doesn’t involve eye drops — laughter. … Read more
A rare, fatal disease called SPG50 affects fewer than 100 people in the world — and one of them is Naomi Lockard, a 3-year-old in Colorado. An experimental genetic therapy has shown promise in stopping the disease’s progression — but it is far too expensive for most families to afford. Rebekah Lockard, the girl’s mother, is on … Read more
She’s giving kudos to Jax Taylor. Lala Kent shared that the “Vanderpump Rules” alum entering in-patient treatment for his mental health struggles last month was the right move for him and his estranged wife, Brittany Cartwright. “Brittany and I are very close, and we speak often about a lot of things, including Jax,” Kent exclusively … Read more
Shania Addington was 18 when she got her first tattoo. A decade later, the Gen Z bride-to-be wants out of the relationship. The 28-year-old had formerly meaningful quotes inked on both her forearm and back — a decision she now seriously regrets, saying they made her “feel like a book.” So much so, the Arizonan … Read more
Pete Davidson is seeking help to deal with his mental health struggles, according to a new report. The comedian, 30, reportedly checked himself into a wellness facility, a source told PEOPLE on Wednesday. Will Heath/NBC via Getty Images Davidson made the decision in an effort to focus on his health, which has “always been a … Read more
Jax Taylor has decided to seek in-patient treatment for his mental health struggles. A rep for the reality star, 45, confirmed the news to the Post in a statement. Todd Williamson/Bravo “Jax has always been candid about his mental health struggles, especially during the past few months on his podcast,” the rep said on Tuesday. … Read more
Take heart — scientists say they may have found a way to prevent irregular heart rhythms caused by binge drinking, a phenomenon so common at Christmastime that it’s called “holiday heart syndrome.” They will present their research this week at an American Heart Association conference in Chicago. Binge drinking — defined as five drinks within … Read more
The princess is getting in touch with nature. Kate Middleton, 42, has returned to Instagram after her Wimbledon appearance. In a series of Instagram stories posted on Thursday, Middleton shared her support of the London Natural History Museum, which opened a free outdoor gallery that same day, along with a “living laboratory” to support nature’s … Read more
Isaiah Hartenstein and his wife, Kourtney Kellar, received a warm welcome from the Thunder when they arrived in Oklahoma City with their newborn son. The 7-foot-1 center — who signed a reported three-year, $87 million deal with the Thunder after two seasons with the Knicks — and the model took in the views from center court at … Read more
Princess Anne has returned home after spending a total of five days in the hospital with head injuries following a horse-related incident last weekend. The Princess Royal, 73, was concussed and experienced subsequent memory loss after she was struck by a horse on the grounds of her Gatcombe Park estate. The royal — who is King … Read more
The trendiness of the “vampire facial” isn’t as immortal as the name implies. The Kim Kardashian-endorsed platelet-rich plasma procedure, or PRP, is being replaced at New York City aesthetics clinics in favor of a new kind of regenerative treatment: exosome therapy. Where PRP involves using the patient’s own blood, exosomes are derived from stem cells, … Read more
When standing up from a squat or a seated position many of us are greeted by the familiar snap, crackle, and pop of our knees, but is the sound cause for concern? Orthopedic experts are sharing what causes the cracking and when to seek medical treatment. Cracking, clicking or popping knees are a common occurrence, … Read more