The American Cancer Society now recommends clearer PSA screening schedules, with earlier annual testing for Black men and certain men with a family history, following stronger evidence that screening can reduce prostate cancer deaths.
A boy, 15, needed emergency treatment after drinking a beverage containing cod collagen, even though skin prick tests for several fish allergies were negative. Experts say fish derived proteins in drinks and supplements demand close label scrutiny.
Sunharbo reduced ischemic stroke risk by 26% in a phase 3 trial, but bleeding concerns affected some patients. Cardiologist Richard Kovacs says treatment discussions should begin soon after a qualifying stroke because trial participants received the drug within 72 hours.
Neurologist Dr. Steven Resnick says information overload can leave the nervous system constantly scanning for danger, potentially contributing to headaches, fatigue, sleep problems and other symptoms. His five strategies focus on recognizing triggers and teaching the brain to feel safe.
An AI model analyzing years of 3D mammograms could help identify women at increased breast cancer risk within five years, although experts stress that the research tool cannot diagnose cancer or replace regular screening.
Susie Wiles says an unexpectedly available mammogram caught aggressive breast cancer before she might have returned months later. After six months of treatment, the cancer free White House chief of staff is urging others to keep routine screening appointments.
Dorian Ojemen became the first dad in the US to use the experimental Skincubator, a wearable designed to help parents hold premature infants earlier and maintain skin-to-skin contact for longer periods.
Tofu topped a new ranking of 20 protein sources after nutrition, cost, availability and environmental effects were considered, but experts caution that realistic portions, digestion and individual dietary goals remain essential when choosing protein.
A personal trainer says excess abdominal fat may signal deeper health risks, while balanced nutrition, total body strength training and cardiovascular exercise offer a practical strategy for reducing fat and improving overall fitness.
Kai Trump shared a hospital bed update after another wrist surgery, thanking her medical team and supporters while acknowledging that recovery will take time before she can return to competitive golf at the University of Miami.
Tadalafil helped mouse muscle precursor cells grow and survive in a laboratory, but delayed their maturation. Experts say the early findings require animal studies and human trials before the drug could be considered for muscle recovery.
A study of more than 187,000 adults linked ADHD to more than four times the adjusted risk of dementia or mild cognitive impairment, though researchers cautioned that the observational findings do not prove the disorder causes cognitive decline.
Dwayne Johnson’s smoothie may fit his 236 pound frame and 4,000 calorie goal, but its large protein powder serving and 10 to 15 grams of creatine could be too much for people with different bodies or fitness levels.
Medical conditions including depression, vertigo, headaches, and ear, nose, and throat disorders appeared more frequently before early-onset Alzheimer’s diagnoses, but researchers caution that the associations do not prove causation or provide a reliable prediction tool.
Research suggests age expectations in dating may be loosening, while sexologist Tammy Nelson says confidence and open communication can help explain younger men’s attraction to older women. Differences in life stage, finances and future plans can still create tension.
Clinical pharmacist Jim LaValle says managing stress, monitoring food reactions, controlling blood sugar, considering environmental exposures and recovering after intense exercise may help keep chronic inflammation from quietly threatening healthy tissues.
New survey comparisons suggest Americans are hosting far less often than in past decades, as overloaded schedules, perfection pressure, rising costs, smaller friendship circles and effortless home entertainment make casual gatherings harder to sustain.