A baby died. Three young kids, hospitalized. And, allegedly, it all happened in the name of health.
An Arizona couple is facing possible prison time after their parenting practices, shaped by online… [+5804 chars]

The alkaline diet in particular has become a dangerous, yet widespread, piece of misinformation.

USA Today

A 5-month-old's shocking death and the dangers of extreme diets, medical misinformation - USA Today

London — Sperm from a donor who unknowingly carried a cancer-causing gene has been used to conceive nearly 200 babies across Europe, an investigation by 14 European public service broadcasters, inclu… [+2905 chars]

A genetic mutation that carries a 90% cancer risk has been passed on by an unwitting sperm donor to dozens of children, a Europe-wide investigation has revealed.

CBS News

Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene fathered nearly 200 children across Europe, investigation finds - CBS News

When it comes to solutions, there are both personal and societal changes we can all make.
Guardians of young people can talk to the next generation early on about appropriate behaviour and be wary o… [+1883 chars]

Subtle sexism that pervades everyday life often gets shrugged off. But research shows it can still have lasting psychological effects – including "thinning" parts of the brain.

BBC News

'Brain scars': The hidden forms of sexism that harm women's health - BBC

Most cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy, are designed to attack and destroy cancer cells. A growing group of researchers is now asking whether this long-standin… [+6346 chars]

New research is challenging one of medicine’s oldest assumptions: that cancer must be attacked to be cured. By treating glioblastoma patients with a simple combination of resveratrol and copper, the researchers found dramatic reductions in tumor aggressivenes…

Science Daily

Simple supplement mix shows remarkable results in brain cancer - ScienceDaily

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) Health leaders in Monroe County are raising concerns about a potentially tougher flu season in Western New York as a new strain called subclade K circulates. 
BACKGROUND: Expe… [+1510 chars]

Health leaders in Monroe County are raising concerns about a potentially tougher flu season in Western New York, as a new strain called subclade K circulates.

13WHAM-TV

Flu cases surge in Monroe County as new strain emerges - 13wham.com

A view of the entrance to the University of California San Francisco emergency room.
David Tran/Getty Images
Outbreaks of a highly contagious stomach bug dubbed winter vomiting disease are surging … [+3273 chars]

With wastewater levels indicating a rising number of norovirus cases, health experts advised the public on how to prevent contracting the disease.

SFGate

Outbreaks of a highly contagious winter virus spike in Calif. amid US surge - SFGATE

(CNN) He was healthy and fit at 54, an avid runner with no vices he didnt smoke, drink or do drugs. So when he suddenly experienced left-sided weakness, numbness and difficulties with balance, walkin… [+4815 chars]

(CNN) — He was healthy and fit at 54, an avid runner with no vices — he didn’t smoke, drink or do drugs. So when he suddenly experienced left-sided weakness,

Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3

A healthy man suffers a stroke and permanent damage after consuming numerous energy drinks - Channel 3000

Have you heard of Ozempic? This miracle weight-loss drug is all over social media. Television and radio ads are promoting it as the easy way to lose weight without changing your lifestyle.
Even peop… [+7931 chars]

To get what we want, we’ll do anything except the right thing.

theTrumpet.com

The Ozempic Cult - theTrumpet.com

16 cases are linked to a church, which followed exposures at four schools last week.

Ars Technica

Over 250 people quarantined in South Carolina as measles outbreak rages - Ars Technica

Its normal for parents, or anyone, to have questions about vaccinations -- but what happens if your pediatrician urges a shot thats under attack by the Trump administration?
Thats getting more likel… [+6315 chars]

The nation’s leading doctors groups are in a standoff with federal health officials over vaccines. The conflict intensified when an advisory panel, handpicked by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime anti-vaccine activist, recommended ending rout…

Associated Press

What are parents to do as doctors clash with Trump administration over vaccines? - AP News

If your mornings start with a scroll and a cup of coffee, youre not alone. But experts say how you begin your day has a major impact on long-term brain health. As we age, subtle changes in memory, fo… [+3686 chars]

Discover morning habits that protect your brain and keep your mind sharp as you age. Experts share simple routines to boost cognitive health daily.

GoodHousekeeping.com

9 Morning Rituals to Keep Your Brain Young - AOL.com

WASHINGTON (TNND) Public health officials across multiple countries are raising concerns about a newly emergent variant of the influenza virus that has begun circulating widely since the summer.
The… [+2945 chars]

Data shows flu activity rising in more than three dozen states as of early December.

Thenationaldesk.com

Experts warn H3N2 flu variant could rival last year's severe season - KOMO

Whether youre between meals or just waking up, consuming certain beverages can irritate your stomach if you haven't eaten in a while. Below, we asked experts which drinks you should avoid on an empty… [+6391 chars]

Nutrition experts share six drinks you should avoid having without eating something first.

Real Simple

6 Drinks You Should Never Have on an Empty Stomach, According to Nutrition Experts - Real Simple

Gout is often blamed on overindulgence in alcohol or unhealthy eating, but research suggests genetics plays a much bigger role in the painful arthritic condition than previously thought.
In 2024, an… [+3058 chars]

Gout is often blamed on overindulgence in alcohol or unhealthy eating, but research suggests genetics plays a much bigger role in the painful arthritic condition than previously thought.

ScienceAlert

Massive Study Reveals Where Gout Comes From, And It's Not What We Thought - ScienceAlert

AILSA CHANG, HOST: 
 It's the holidays, and for many people that means more parties and more occasions for alcoholic drinks. NPR's Maria Godoy reports on how alcohol can hit harder as we get older.… [+3497 chars]

If you've noticed that one drink hits you harder than it used to, you're not alone. It's part of the natural aging process, and it may be your body doing you a favor.

Why alcohol hits people harder with age - NPR

<ul><li>However, MERS caseloads have generally remained low, likely due to increased virus surveillance and infection control.</li></ul>Driving the news: The French Ministry of Health confirmed a pai… [+4311 chars]

MERS cases generally remain low. Here's what happened in France.

Axios

What to know about the surprising MERS coronavirus cases discovered in France - Axios

The "Shaking Palsy."
Those are the words Dr. James Parkinson used in an essay more than 200 years ago to group together symptoms and describe a mysterious infirmity afflicting six individuals in Lon… [+5914 chars]

Dr. Michael Okun outlines Parkinson's causes, rising cases and five prevention tips, including clean water and air, washing produce, daily exercise and quality sleep.

WCVB Boston

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it - WCVB

Graying hair could be a sign that the body is effectively protecting itself from cancer, a new study suggests.
Cancer-causing triggers, such asultraviolet (UV) light
 or certain chemicals, activate… [+4509 chars]

Aging comes with graying hair, which may be a sign of the body lowering its risk of cancer, a study suggests.

Live Science

Gray hair may have evolved as a protection against cancer, study hints - Live Science

Scientists have finally uncovered how statins, lifesaving cholesterol-lowering drugs, can unexpectedly trigger muscle pain and weakness in some patients. Using high-resolution cryo-EM, researchers ca… [+4491 chars]

A new study explains how cholesterol-lowering medications can lead to muscle damage and identifies a possible approach to making these treatments safer. Statins have dramatically improved cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol levels and reducing the l…