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Young female getting vaccinated against COVID

Date: 2025/05/29 - 23:32

CDC, FDA Limit Access to COVID Shots for Healthy Adults, Kids, and Pregnant People

The CDC will no longer recommend the COVID-19 vaccine for pregnant women and healthy children. Updated COVID-19 shots will now undergo placebo-controlled clinical trials prior to FDA approval, which could limit access for healthy adults.

Date: 2025/05/29 - 22:30

NIH scientists pioneer promising treatment for intractable cancer pain

RTX is a non-addictive pain therapy derived from a cactus-like plant.

Date: 2025/05/28 - 23:32

Can TikTok’s ‘Fibermaxxing’ Trend Help You Lose Weight? What Experts Think

'Fibermaxxing,' TikTok's latest nutrition trend, emphasizes fiber intake during meals and snacks, which could aid weight loss and help lower the risk of chronic diseases. But a high fiber diet may not be suitable for older adults and people with certain health conditions.

An older adult woman looks slightly to the side, outside as the sun shines on her in front of a glass panel building

Date: 2025/05/28 - 15:00

Vitamin D supplements may slow aging by preserving telomere length

A new study suggests that vitamin D supplements may help preserve the length of telomeres, which "could mean a 3-year decrease in aging."

two older white women trekking through the woods

Date: 2025/05/27 - 17:31

Exercising earlier in the day, staying consistent can boost heart fitness

People who work out at the same time every day could improve their cardiovascular and lung health as they age, a recent study suggests.

Date: 2025/05/24 - 18:00

Vitamin D May Slow Biological Aging and Help You Live Longer

A new study suggests that vitamin D supplementation may help preserve the lengths of the protective caps at the ends of chromosomes known as telomeres.

Date: 2025/05/21 - 23:00

High Quality Carbohydrates Linked to Healthy Aging, Longevity in Women

New research suggests that women who consumed more high quality carbohydrates and dietary fiber had up to a 37% greater chance of living longer, healthier lives.

Date: 2025/05/20 - 22:30

NIH researchers develop biomarker score for predicting diets high in ultra-processed foods

Poly-metabolite scores could reduce reliance on self-reported dietary data in large population studies.

A person holds wholegrain slices of bread stacked on top of each other between their hands

Date: 2025/05/20 - 18:00

High-quality carbs from 3 food groups may aid healthy aging

Eating high-quality carbs from food sources such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes may increase a person's chances of healthy aging by up to 37%, a new study suggests.

Date: 2025/05/17 - 19:00

WWE's John Cena Diagnosed With Skin Cancer Twice After Neglecting SPF

WWE star John Cena’s skin cancer diagnosis is a reminder to wear sunscreen and be proactive about skin cancer prevention. Cena is advocating for sunscreen use, especially for men. Other habits like seeking shade and checking your skin regularly can reduce your risk of skin cancer.