William “Bill” Foege, a pioneering epidemiologist whose optimism and strategic insight helped eradicate smallpox, has died at age 89, leaving a lasting legacy in global public health.
A new American Heart Association report estimates nearly 90% of U.S. adults have at least one risk factor linked to cardiovascular‑kidney‑metabolic syndrome.
Researchers identify age‑linked epigenetic changes in gut stem cells that may raise colorectal cancer risk, hinting at early signs detectable long before tumors form.
Expanding “shared decision making” for childhood vaccines may unintentionally limit access by changing insurance coverage, adding delays, and reframing routine care as optional, experts warn.
Changes to childhood vaccine recommendations shift several shots to shared decision‑making, potentially slowing access and creating practical hurdles for families and clinicians.
Fiber is emerging as the next major nutrition trend, driven by gut health interest, social media buzz, and food companies adding fiber-forward products to meet changing consumer demand.
New U.S. vaccine guidance shifts several childhood shots into a shared decision-making category, seeking dialogue but potentially adding barriers that could slow access.
People with multiple sclerosis describe walking as a physical, emotional, and social challenge shaped by fatigue, stigma, and resilience, revealing how everyday movement can carry unseen complexity.
Experts warn that applying shared decision making to routine childhood vaccines may reduce clarity, delay immunization, and unintentionally limit access, especially for underserved families.
Bushfire smoke triggers health alerts in Mallee as record-breaking heat approaches 49°C, with authorities urging residents to take precautions.
India is monitoring new Nipah virus cases, a rare but deadly disease with no vaccine or treatment, prompting heightened surveillance and containment due to its epidemic potential.
A family unknowingly opened recalled Pecorino Romano cheese later linked to listeria risk, highlighting how easily dangerous products can remain unnoticed in everyday kitchens.
Creatine does not reduce key menopausal symptoms like hot flashes but may support muscle strength and cognitive energy when combined with exercise; evidence on direct relief is limited.
A final health report in New Brunswick finds no evidence that a mysterious brain disease exists, concluding symptoms align with known conditions and no new neurological syndrome was identified.
A 3‑year‑old in Northern Ireland is preparing for her second transplant due to a rare genetic condition she shares with her brother, highlighting the impact of organ donation and family resilience.
Local health officials confirm community spread of measles, identify additional public exposures, and urge awareness and vaccination as cases rise in nearby counties.
Cookbook author Rachel Riggs shares her protein-rich Everyday Chocolate Cake recipe, perfected over six years of daily slices, now featured in In Good Health.
An 18‑year‑old in Singapore suffering from a rare hip condition underwent hip replacement surgery, easing pain and restoring mobility, highlighting advances in treatment for young patients.
Thailand’s health authorities are screening air passengers from India for Nipah virus at major airports, issuing Health Beware Cards and urging symptom vigilance to protect public health.
Research shows strength — not just muscle mass — better predicts healthy aging, physical performance, independence, and mortality risk, emphasizing functional training over size.
A reflective review of the Dreame Z30 Station stick vacuum with auto‑empty dock, exploring its powerful cleaning, thoughtful design, and everyday convenience.
Online parenting forums can offer support but also spread misinformation and pressure, sometimes creating toxic dynamics — and watching a friend get pulled in can be deeply worrying.
Vaccination points are operating today in numerous shopping centers, bringing flu and COVID-19 shots to accessible urban spaces to increase public immunization coverage.
Gilead and Fundación EIT Health Spain reveal winners of Visionarium Innovation by Gilead: HIVision España, ALERTA-VIH and IA-PROM-VIH, supported to advance HIV innovation.