A study of more than 85 million adults found a 62% drop between adjacent birth groups, revealing a striking decline that researchers say matches childhood chickenpox vaccine eligibility, though the observational findings cannot establish cause and effect.
More women are embracing strength training for its health benefits, but experts warn that pressure to look lean and muscular can fuel obsessive exercise, restrictive thinking and another narrow standard for how women’s bodies should appear.
Tennessee healthcare workers are demanding an execution moratorium after failed IV attempts left Tony Carruthers bleeding, while Christa Pike was later hospitalized after receiving what was intended to be a lethal injection.
Lilly’s amylin combination delivered substantially greater weight loss than tirzepatide alone, while Novo advances several competing treatments. Stronger evidence and improved tolerability will be crucial as both companies pursue broader options for obesity and Type 2 diabetes.
The Fresh Market captured the top grocery honor while also winning four department categories, as customers praised its fresh products, prepared meals and orderly stores. CEO Brian Johnson credited the chain’s team, quality and focus on making everyday eating easier.
Experts say eating disorders among men often remain hidden as pressure for muscularity and extreme leanness fuels restrictive eating, secret purging and compulsive exercise, with potentially life threatening consequences for the heart, kidneys, liver, teeth and esophagus.
Florida has confirmed 190 locally acquired dengue cases across six counties, prompting three emergency declarations and expanded mosquito control efforts as health experts urge residents to prevent bites, eliminate standing water and recognize signs of severe illness.
An international analysis linked infections to 2.3 million new cancer cases in 2024, while researchers and an oncologist highlighted vaccination, screening and treatment as important tools for reducing preventable risks.