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.
Margaret Hamilton led the MIT team behind Apollo’s vital guidance software, pioneered safeguards that protected missions from errors and helped establish software engineering as a professional field. She died at 90.
Barrel Ventures founder Nate Cooper says GLP-1 drugs pose a greater threat to alcohol than snacks, while hemp THC beverages could capture 10% of store alcohol sales if the emerging category remains legal.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched a federal vaccine injury research center and proposed reporting reforms, prompting public health experts to defend existing monitoring systems and warn that the initiative could deepen doubts about vaccines.
The Draconid meteor shower will peak Thursday evening, bringing up to 10 slow moving meteors per hour under favorable moonlight conditions and offering Northern Hemisphere viewers a rare celestial display that is best enjoyed before midnight.
Anthropic says 950 AI agents identified a previously uncharacterized viral system in 21 hours, but researchers say its function remains unknown, the work lacks peer review, and physical experiments must determine whether it has practical value.
AI offers schools a rare opportunity to establish strong safeguards before the technology becomes embedded in childhood, protecting teacher authority, parental rights, student privacy and the demanding intellectual work that produces judgment, resilience and character.
Robert Irvine’s foundation and USAA are launching Fuel to Serve at Fort Bragg and in Washington, D.C., using shared meals, nutrition education, financial resources and community support to help military families build stronger connections and practical skills.
New research suggests shoppers often mistake shorter shelf life for better nutrition and greater naturalness, even when packaging explains the difference. Experts recommend reading nutrition and ingredient labels instead of relying on expiration information alone.
Adults drinking diet beverages lost about as much weight as those drinking water during a two year trial, though a dietitian stressed that structured nutrition, behavior and activity support remained central to the results.
Two studies found substantially higher rates of nail detachment, discoloration, hair loss and scalp inflammation among GLP-1 users, although researchers cautioned that the patient reported findings do not prove the medications caused these conditions.
Dr. John La Puma warns that spending about 93% of life indoors may disrupt sleep, worsen burnout and contribute to mental fog. His prescription includes morning daylight and at least 17 minutes of intentional outdoor time each day.
As Pennsylvania confronts more than 1,000 measles cases, a clinic serving vulnerable Plain families is using trusted relationships, careful triage, vaccination events and home visits to protect patients while illness and fear disrupt care.
Seven expert recommended eye massagers offer features ranging from heat and compression to cooling, mist and audio, but specialists emphasize proper temperature, limited sessions and medical guidance for people with eye conditions or recent ocular surgery.
Nearly 95% of viral glass skin videos studied contained misleading claims, while dermatologists warn that excessive product layering can damage the skin barrier. Experts recommend simpler routines tailored to individual skin types and tolerance.