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Male doctor explaining test results to male patient

Date: 2025/04/22 - 22:00

Colorectal Cancer Rising In Young People: 6 Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Real stories of young adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer highlight ongoing concern over increasing cases in adults under 50. Experts urge younger adults to get screened for this type of cancer, especially if they have symptoms or a family history of the disease.

Date: 2025/04/04 - 18:00

FDA Authorizes First At-Home Test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea: What to Know

The FDA has approved a new at-home test for common sexually transmitted infections and diseases. The test for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis produces results in 30 minutes.

William Lindley diagnosed with early onset colon cancer

Date: 2025/03/30 - 18:32

He Was Diagnosed With Colon Cancer at 38. Early Warning Signs He Missed

While CRC is on the rise in people under 50, receiving colonoscopies beginning at age 45 can help decrease your risk. Additionally, making lifestyle changes can also help reduce your risk for CRC.

Date: 2025/02/26 - 02:00

Bird Flu Spread to Humans May Be a Few Mutations Away, but Overall Risk Is Low

The CDC reported several new asymptomatic human cases of bird flu, suggesting the virus may be silently spreading and potentially a few mutations away from human-to-human transmission.

A perosn chopping various vegetables on a counter and chopping board, featuring purple carrots, broccoli, and artichokes, to showcase sources of luteolin

Date: 2025/02/13 - 17:00

An antioxidant in vegetables may help keep hair from turning gray

Researchers compared how three antioxidants affected gray hair outcomes in mice: hesperetin, diosmetin, and luteolin, and found that one helped mitigate hair graying.

Date: 2025/01/29 - 23:00

Buying Eggs During the Bird Flu Outbreak? Here's What You Should Know

The ongoing bird flu outbreak is driving up egg prices, which had led to a nationwide shortage. When buying eggs, choose only refrigerated eggs and refrigerate them immediately once they are brought home.

A mug of hot coffee on a carpet as light pours in from a window

Date: 2025/01/15 - 21:31

Drinking about 4 cups of coffee daily may reduce risk for head and neck cancer

A new study found that drinking certain amounts of caffeinated coffee and tea was linked to a decreased risk for head and neck cancer compared to not drinking these beverages.

blister pack of pills next to a glass of water on a blue table

Date: 2025/01/14 - 21:00

Common sleep medication may prevent brain from clearing 'waste'

In a mouse study, researchers found that zolpidem (Ambien), a common sleep aid, could prevent the brain from effectively clearing up 'waste', though it remains unclear whether this could affect cognitive functions.

Date: 2025/01/11 - 00:32

Best Immune-Boosting Foods to Eat During Winter to Help You Stay Healthy

As respiratory virus season peaks, certain whole foods become especially important for maintaining health during the winter season. Foods like root vegetables, citrus, nuts, and berries are high in nutrients such as vitamins A, C, and D and antioxidants that can bolster immunity.

Date: 2025/01/06 - 13:32

How This Married Couple Lost 118 Pounds Together Without Medication

After years of feeling unwell and overweight, Richard and Jill Wendt decided to embark on a weight loss journey together and have dropped roughly 60 pounds each to date.