
When Mind Fails: The Tragedy of Postpartum Psychosis in Court
A Massachusetts mother faces trial for killing her three children, with her defense citing severe postpartum psychosis as a contributing factor.

A Massachusetts mother faces trial for killing her three children, with her defense citing severe postpartum psychosis as a contributing factor.

Recent studies suggest that drinking three to five cups of coffee daily, especially in the morning, may lower the risk of heart disease and improve overall health.

An 82-year-old woman holds the Guinness World Record for oldest competitive pole dancer, turning a fitness challenge into a passionate pursuit of strength and vitality.

Moderate coffee intake of up to five cups daily may support heart health and lower disease risk for most healthy adults.

Congo's Ebola outbreak has claimed at least 930 lives as health workers battle the rapidly spreading Bundibugyo strain amid security challenges and ongoing humanitarian efforts.

Communities that believed nearby wildfires posed little immediate threat were forced into rapid action as shifting winds sent dense smoke across neighborhoods and evacuation routes.

Five workers died and eight were hospitalized on July 18, 2026, after inhaling toxic hydrogen sulfide gas during a failed rescue attempt at a pig farm in Thanh Hoa Province, Vietnam.

U.S. health officials are monitoring a seasonal increase in Cyclospora infections while investigating potential food sources and reinforcing food safety guidance.

A new study links frequent television viewing in midlife with smaller brain structures later in life, though researchers stress the findings show association rather than causation.

Researchers say conflicting nutrition studies often reflect complex biology and study design, while genetics may eventually enable more personalized dietary recommendations.

Health experts recommend limiting processed meats, sugary beverages, and highly processed foods while emphasizing balanced dietary patterns to support long-term heart health.

Scientists found that collagen's internal structure begins to deteriorate before visible skin damage appears, opening possibilities for earlier detection of skin aging.

New analysis shows Australia's rate of very low life satisfaction has doubled since 2014, with nearly 2.2 million people now living below the wellbeing poverty line.

New WHO guidelines say up to 45% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed through healthier lifestyles, disease management, and reduced exposure to environmental risks.

Laboratory testing found industrial tert-butyl alcohol in a vodka bottle purchased from a licensed Melbourne retailer, prompting investigations and renewed calls for stronger alcohol safety oversight.

One person is critical and another seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 73 (West Coast Road). The highway is blocked as the Serious Crash Unit investigates the scene.

A 36-year-old Msida man is fighting for his life at Mater Dei Hospital after his car crashed into a tree in Floriana early Saturday morning. A magisterial inquiry into the crash is underway.

A second death has been linked to New York City’s Legionnaires’ disease outbreak as health officials continue investigating the source.

Federal health officials say a sample of iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms linked to a multistate Cyclospora outbreak tested positive for the parasite that causes cyclosporiasis. As investigations continue, consumers and restaurants have been told to avoid the implicated lettuce, with additional products and states still being assessed.

In the Canary Islands, repeated concerns about coastal water quality and beach pollution are changing how locals spend their leisure time. With sea conditions less reliable, many residents are increasingly turning to indoor swimming pools as a safer, more predictable option—especially during seasons when contamination risks are higher.

Canada says it will temporarily restrict entry for foreign nationals who have recently been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, citing public-health concerns tied to the Ebola outbreak. The move goes against international guidance that recommends against travel restrictions, with Canadian officials arguing it is a precautionary step while measures and risk assessments evolve.

A driver has died after a suspected medical episode while traveling across Sydney Harbour Bridge, prompting an emergency response.

Indian police hospitalized an activist after a 20-day hunger strike, citing health concerns, while supporters criticized the intervention and called for continued dialogue.

Laos says it cannot determine the cause of six tourist deaths linked to suspected methanol poisoning, citing a lack of forensic evidence while limited legal proceedings continue.