Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak has taken a disturbing turn. The highly contagious disease has ripped through communities across the Keystone State in recent months, sickening hundreds, sending scores to the hospital and claiming four lives. Now, as the virus continues to spread, doctors are seeing it turn up in patients they rarely encountered before — and … Read more
Many of us have them in our homes and at offices — but a neuroscientist is warning that one household staple may be a major threat to your health. Glen Jeffery, a professor of neuroscience at University College London, is sounding the alarm about what he calls a “clear and present public health emergency” that … Read more
Talk about growing pains. Controversial “manosphere” influencer Clavicular — whose real name is Braden Peters — shared his top tip for growing his manhood, which he claims can be done conveniently while driving. But the unusual trick is worrying doctors, who warn that the risks far outweigh any potential — and unlikely benefits. Viral “looksmaxxing” … Read more
For generations, something troubling seemed to plague the men in John Ritter’s bloodline. “We always heard, ‘Oh those Ritters die of their first and last heart attack,’ ” Amy Yasbeck, the beloved comedian’s widow, told The Post. “[John’s dad] clutched his chest and fell over. He was 60-something years old.” Country music star Tex Ritter’s … Read more
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Looking like a luna-tick in the name of health. With a tick season of biblical proportions underway out on the East Coast, checking for the disease-harboring arachnids is key to preventing dangerous infections, such as Lyme disease. And Will Forte recently learned a thing or two about proper tick checks before doing an extremely thorough, … Read more
Sexual desire can change over the course of a marriage, particularly with age and major life changes — and research suggests certain lifestyle and relationship factors may also contribute to a lower libido. But changes in desire or frequency do not necessarily mean a couple’s sex life is unhealthy, according to experts. Dr. Anna Elton, a … Read more
Outlook not so good. Brazilian psychic Athos Salomé claims that two of his 2026 prophecies have come true and that a third prediction is unfolding with potentially catastrophic global effects. The so-called “Living Nostradamus,” who claims to have foretold everything from the COVID-19 pandemic to the Death Of Queen Elizabeth, unveiled a list of 10 … Read more
Millions of American men are on a drug to help with fertility, not knowing they may be “compromising” the very thing they’re trying to protect. That’s what Dr. Justin Dubin, MD, a urologist and director of men’s sexual health at Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute, tells The Post. As many as 11 million men are on … Read more
Amid this summer’s sweltering temperatures, many people are finding relief by sipping fruity cocktails and smoothies or drinking fruit juices. But a doctor is warning millions of people taking common medications such as statins and antidepressants that ingesting grapefruit — a common “healthy” ingredient in many summer snacks and drinks — can have serious consequences. “Grapefruit is a pleasant … Read more
They’re carrying a lot of baggage. With the friendly skies increasingly becoming an inflight free-for-all, the Federal Aviation Administration is warning passengers against one dumb and dangerous evacuation habit — trying to leave with one’s bags. “Save a life not a bag,” the organization cautioned in a video PSA with over 100,000 views on X. … Read more
Kim Kardashian has been vocal about letting daughter North West “express herself” through boundary-pushing clothes, colorful hair and experimental makeup — but the 13-year-old’s latest mode of self-expression could come with some serious and irreversible risks. Last September, North, then 12, debuted a dermal piercing on her middle finger. It was the first of many: … Read more
Measles only needs a small opening — and it got one. For the second year in a row, cases of measles — known as the world’s most infectious disease — will hit record highs, and 2026 is on track to be substantially worse than 2025. In a matter of weeks, we’re likely to blow past … Read more
If you’re an older adult, you’ve probably fallen into the trap that one doctor calls “the narrowing.” “Most of my patients have no idea it’s happening. They think it’s just aging. It’s not,” Dr. Howard Luks, an orthopedic surgeon, wrote on X. It’s simple: What you believe your body can or can’t do becomes true. … Read more
A new weight-loss trend has people drinking a mixture of warm water and unflavored gelatin right before sitting down to a meal. Promoted by influencers across social media as a budget-friendly appetite suppressant, the practice’s effect has been compared to that of GLP-1 weight-loss medications. Experts, however, urge caution. There’s a simple biological explanation for … Read more
Talk about mixed messaging. Despite the well-documented dangers, videos posted on TikTok have been normalizing illegal vaping among young people, according to new research. Meanwhile, evidence-based health advice is struggling to cut through the clutter and noise. While the downsides of vaping are numerous, social media is normalizing the illegal habit amongst young audiences. Krakenimages.com … Read more
Cases of a devastating STI are on the rise and newborns are at high risk for deadly complications. The deadly and entirely preventable disease has claimed the lives of 42 babies in Australia, and a spike in cases in the US has experts worried about a potential uptick in domestic deaths. Across the US, syphilis … Read more
American travelers in the Middle East are being urged to stay alert as US officials warn that security conditions remain volatile across the region, even as Washington, D.C., and Tehran move toward a tentative agreement aimed at easing the latest crisis. The warning comes as US officials describe a draft agreement with Iran that could reopen the Strait of … Read more
Against a fiery background with an African rhino pictured blazing forward, this pill advertises “TIME. SIZE. STAMINA.” It’s a common sight at bodegas and gas stations, hanging behind the clerk between the cigarettes and phone chargers. There are dozens of brands making these gas station sex pills. Are they totally fake? Not exactly. At best, … Read more
The city’s World Cup runneth over with conmen. Gothamites and guests alike are in danger of falling prey to fraudsters posing as taxi and ride-share drivers stationed at NYC-area airports as millions fly into the city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, officials warn. Airport hustling scammers, men and women offering illegal transportation services to unwitting travelers, … Read more