As more hopeful parents turn to alternative wellness treatments while trying to conceive, a growing menu of fertility-focused support can now be found beyond the doctor’s office, from breath work and meditation classes designed to support reproductive health to Reiki energy healing sessions designed for stress reduction. Of course, always consult with your physician about … Read more
Got an outbreak of acne? A new “high street” clinic in NYC is on a mission to become the CityMD of skin conditions. Spotless — Gotham’s first boutique clinic dedicated solely to treating the skin condition anywhere on a patient’s body — opened in November and allows walk-in appointments with no referrals needed. With more … Read more
Looking like a million bucks doesn’t come easy — or cheap. New York Fashion Week models might be natural beauties but they still splash serious cash to make themselves runway-ready. “It’s not just showing up and walking, it’s constant upkeep,” model Natalie DeMarco, 25, told The Post, saying she’ll typically spend roughly $2,000 in the weeks leading … Read more
These brows are taking a beating. In 2016, microblading was the beauty world’s much-coveted golden ticket, offering full, semi-permanent, perfect eyebrows without the daily pencil fill-in grind, and salons were buzzing with early adopters eager to get the ultimate status symbol. “The idea of not having to fill in my brows sounded so exciting at … Read more
The diabetes playbook just got a major update. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) officially recognized a fifth form of the disease this year, a landmark step that comes more than 70 years after it was first identified. The move aims to shine a light on a long-overlooked condition that affects millions worldwide — but the … Read more
Sometimes the fountain of youth pours the putrid. In search of younger-looking skin, humans have turned to all manner of questionable treatments, from bodily fluids to animal guts. Here’s a rundown of a few of the more bizarre methods for turning back the clock. A powdered bird poop facial, or what the Japanese call uguisu no … Read more
Without testosterone, Shannon Gonzalez insists she’d probably be divorced. In 2021, her hair was falling out — and her libido was “in the toilet.” She had recently entered medically induced menopause, which unleashed a torrent of symptoms that rocked her career, strained her marriage and shook her sense of self. “Who is this person? I … Read more
MINOOKA, Ill. — Bill Swick has a rare degenerative brain disease that inhibits his mobility and speech. Instead of the hassle of traveling an hour to a clinic in downtown Chicago to visit a speech therapist, he has benefited from virtual appointments from the comfort of his home. But Swick, 53, hasn’t had access to those appointments … Read more
Five months after ending development of its own obesity treatment, Pfizer is accelerating its push into the rapidly growing field with a nearly $5 billion acquisition. The COVID-19 vaccine and treatment maker said Monday that it will pay $47.50 in cash for each share of development-stage drugmaker Metsera. That represents a premium of more than 42% to … Read more
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. — Call it Tea-L-C. Green tea is rich in antioxidants, especially catechins like EGCG, which can reduce the risk of chronic diseases by helping to protect against cellular damage. Naturopathic doctor Sogol Ash, 31, calls green tea “one of the most underlooked factors in longevity — it’s easy, and it’s cheap, and … Read more
The Trump administration has canceled funding for dozens of studies seeking new vaccines and treatments for Covid-19 and other pathogens that may cause future pandemics. The government’s rationale is that the Covid pandemic has ended, which “provides cause to terminate Covid-related grant funds,” according to an internal N.I.H. document viewed by The New York Times. … Read more
Chronic back pain is the most common type of pain, affecting around 16 million American adults — and now a new study has revealed some discouraging findings about potential treatments. Only around one in every 10 treatments was found to be effective in relieving lower back pain, according to a new study published in BMJ Evidence-Based … Read more
A self-made millionaire claims to spend $44,200 per month on wellness rituals to “stay ahead of the game” including getting “neurofeedback” therapy, consuming an array of supplements and having regular blood panels done. Luke Lintz is well known for his controversial takes on how to reach success. The mogul, who runs a PR company called … Read more
Struggling to contain a raging measles epidemic in West Texas, public health officials increasingly worry that residents are relying on unproven remedies endorsed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary, and postponing doctor visits until the illness has worsened. Hospitals and officials sounded an alarm this week, issuing a notice explaining which measles symptoms … Read more
You know what they say: new year, new you. And in the world of aesthetics, that resolution couldn’t be easier to achieve. According to experts, 2025 will be the year of cutting-edge work, such as new-age skincare treatments and nearly invisible plastic surgery. Barely noticeable procedures are on the rise, according to experts. Oleksandr Kozak … Read more
Less than three years ago, Tina Willits, now 53, thought she had just two years to live. Today, she is cancer-free and wants the world to know about the treatment that saved her. The Florida mother and grandmother first felt a lump in late 2021, just months after a normal mammogram. In March 2022, she … Read more
King Charles III will “pause” his cancer treatment for 11 days as he partakes in his royal Australian tour next week, according to reports. The 75-year-old monarch has been receiving weekly treatment since being diagnosed with cancer in February 2024. Buckingham Palace has not yet specified the type of cancer the king has, nor the … Read more
Olivia Munn is detailing her stage 4 cancer diagnosis, which led to a double mastectomy, four surgeries in 10 months and treatments that put her into medically induced menopause. “I was not someone who obsessed over death or was afraid of it in any way,” Munn, 43, told People in its latest cover story. “But having … Read more
Scientists say they have developed a breakthrough new blood test for schizophrenia — a chronic brain disorder that often involves delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized speech. The test, featured Thursday in Molecular Psychiatry, is said to evaluate a person’s risk for developing schizophrenia and identify the most effective treatment for them by analyzing biomarkers in their blood. … Read more
Australian mom Renee Brown was just 39 when she had surgery to remove cancerous lymph nodes from her pelvis. Then, she underwent chemotherapy and radiation therapy as part of her cervical cancer battle. After the treatments, she faced a new challenge — urinary incontinence. “It was often far more than a dribble, and it was … Read more