New projections show UK glaucoma cases could rise to 1.6 million by 2060, driven by an ageing and diverse population, prompting calls for expanded eye care and early detection.
New research suggests that maternal exposure to sulfur dioxide in early pregnancy is linked with modestly higher odds of certain congenital limb defects in children, highlighting environmental health concerns.
New research shows macaque facial gestures arise from coordinated neural activity across brain regions, indicating they are more than reflexes and may serve complex social functions.
An outbreak of tuberculosis — dubbed a “Victorian disease” — was confirmed at Amazon’s Coventry warehouse. Workers are being screened and unions demand a temporary closure.
January is Thyroid Awareness Month, highlighting that about 20 million Americans live with thyroid disease, many undiagnosed, and encouraging awareness and testing.
Scientists found a natural off switch in the immune system that helps calm inflammation, offering insights for future chronic disease treatments.
Scientists found that the human heart produces new muscle cells after heart attack — a modest natural regeneration that could inspire future therapies.
LEGO Education launches Learning at Home sets, combining bricks and guided experiments to teach science, space, and nature concepts to children in the home.
Bariatric surgery outperforms GLP-1 drugs for type 2 diabetes, showing stronger, long-term benefits across income levels and reducing reliance on medication.
A federal lawsuit challenges RFK Jr.’s revised childhood vaccine guidance, arguing it breaks from scientific norms and risks public confusion as doctors and parents weigh conflicting recommendations.
New UK data shows prostate cancer has overtaken breast cancer as the most commonly diagnosed cancer, underscoring rising awareness and calls for improved screening access.
State-level maps show wide differences in physical activity: western states report high activity, while several southern states have higher inactivity rates, reflecting broader health divides.
A Scottish health board has admitted hospital water systems were linked to fatal infections, prompting renewed scrutiny of patient safety and infrastructure oversight.
Plums offer multiple health benefits, including digestive support, antioxidant protection, heart and bone health support, stable blood sugar, and immune enhancement when included in a balanced diet.
Ketapang health officials intensified HIV/AIDS screening in 2025, identifying 114 people as HIV-positive and highlighting the importance of awareness and early detection in public health.
Indonesia’s Ministry of Health reports that the trend in influenza A (H3N2) subclade K, known as “super flu,” is decreasing, with influenza activity returning to expected seasonal patterns.
After flooding in North Aceh’s Sawang district, Aceh Health Office teams carried out larvasidation to prevent dengue and malaria, aiming to reduce post-disaster disease risks.
Uncorrected errors in scientific publishing allow journals to move on while the public bears the cost, raising ongoing concerns about trust, accountability, and transparency in research.
A federal lawsuit challenges RFK Jr.’s revised childhood vaccine guidance, arguing it breaks from scientific norms and risks public confusion as doctors and parents weigh conflicting recommendations.
The same cold virus causes different illness severity because individual immune responses, genetics, inflammation, and even psychosocial factors shape how bodies react.
Huntington officials are investigating six dead geese found near Heckscher Park for possible avian influenza and advise residents not to handle sick or dead birds and to keep pets away.
A worker who was terminated after taking sick leave to grieve the death of his cat has won a legal battle, with the employer sentenced to provide compensation. The case highlights the need for understanding bereavement in the workplace.
GLP-1 medications are influencing how chain restaurants design menus, prompting smaller portions and higher-protein options that align with changing appetites and nutrition preferences.
Major drugmakers are cautiously avoiding the FDA’s new fast-track review program, citing concerns over legal risk, unclear standards, and long-term accountability despite its promise of faster approvals.