As RFK Jr.’s anti-vaccine ways turn toxic to GOP, CDC director is hard to find
Wednesday was the deadline to nominate a new director.
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The cocaine comeback, explained
We’ve been bringing the 1980s back — including, unfortunately, the cocaine. While opioid overdose deaths are mercifully on the decline, …
'Gas station heroin' banned in another state amid nationwide crackdowns
Connecticut has banned tianeptine, known as "gas station heroin," classifying it as Schedule I as 14 states crack down on …
The herb linked to better memory, lower anxiety and Alzheimer’s protection
Rosemary is more than just a kitchen staple. It’s a natural remedy with ancient roots and modern scientific backing
Does red light therapy actually work? Here’s what the experts say
NASA experiments in the 1990s helped to jumpstart the major biomedical field
Trump’s Maha agenda stalled as top CDC and surgeon general roles sit empty
Trump has yet to nominate a permanent CDC director and the Senate confirmation of his pick for top doctor is …
Sperm get lost in space, Australian research into microgravity impacts suggests
Study into how fertilisation could work in space finds sperm may get disorientated when trying to find an eggSperm in …
What we know about the bacterial strain at centre of Kent meningitis outbreak
The strain of bacteria appears to be genetically distinct from anything scientists have seen before
New Covid strain that could evade protection from vaccine found in UK
The Covid variant BA.3.2 has been detected in 23 countries including the UK
What is orforglipron? The new weight-loss pill that could be a game-changer
A recent trial found orforglipron was more effective for weight loss and blood sugar control than its currently available counterparts
Health alert issued for dengue outbreaks spreading in travel hotspots
The CDC has issued a Level 1 dengue fever warning covering 15+ countries, urging spring break travelers to take precautions …
Large study finds bestselling supplement can help your skin and joints
Collagen supplements have become one of the bestselling products in the wellness industry
This blog is now closedAuction clearance rate slumps to 57% nationwide as
This blog is now closedAuction clearance rate slumps to 57% nationwide as interest rate hikes prompt Australians to sellGet our …
EU healthcare workers say they ‘refuse to be instruments’ in deportation plans
Professionals from across Europe urge MEPs to reject plans, saying ‘climate of fear’ could stop people seeking careMore than 1,100 …
WHO warns of health crisis ‘unfolding in real time’ across Middle East
Hostilities should halt and healthcare facilities must be treated as ‘safe havens’, WHO’s regional chief has saidMiddle East crisis – …
Wine, beer or liquor: Study finds one drink is linked to lower risk of death than others
A new study found moderate wine drinkers had a 21% lower cardiovascular death risk, while beer and spirits raised risk …
Shocking survey reveals pharmacy staff facing ‘escalating abuse’ from patients
A new survey has found that pharmacy staff are facing ‘escalating abuse’ from patients
UK patients ‘denied joint replacement operations because they are obese’
Arthritis UK said these policies are being implemented by the NHS “in a bid to cut waiting lists and costs”
Chronic back pain may have met its match with hormone treatment, scientists say
A Johns Hopkins study suggests the parathyroid hormone may stop chronic back pain at its source by reversing nerve growth …
HRT patches for menopause ‘can help treat prostate cancer’ – but there is one main side effect
Patches that lower testosterone by delivering oestradiol, a form of oestrogen, through the skin were just as effective as injections …