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STAT+: Behind new dietary guidelines: Industry-funded stu...

A look at the "outrageous" timeline and influence issues on the scientific panel that led to a new food pyramid.

The Best Winter Jackets for Men, Tested by Style Editors

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Can This Popular Sleep Supplement Play a Role in Cancer P...

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Fallout Season 2 Has Finally Arrived. Here's When You Can...

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How Is Your County Spending Opioid Settlement Cash? Our N...

Lifesaving or wasteful? Opinion is divided on the ways local communities are using opioid settlement funds.

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After a decade of trying for a baby, Caroline and her husband decided they needed to build a different future.

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Regeneron's chief scientist, George Yancopoulos, has some thoughts about the use of AI in medicine.

The 12 Best Joggers for Men, Tested and Reviewed by Editors

Vuori and Under Armour reigned supreme in our testing. Here's what you need to know.

Vaccines Are Helping Older People More Than We Knew

Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found.

When to Take Fiber Supplements to Boost Digestion, Accord...

Plus, how to maximize the benefits. Plus, how to maximize the benefits.

First leukaemia patient to receive pioneering treatment o...

Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK.

I Tried Getting Botox, and It Never Worked—Until I Made T...

It wasn’t just Botox—I tried several brands, which all left me wrinkly too soon.

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Avoiding them can be tricky, though. Here's what you need to know.

This California Strategy Safeguarded Some Medicaid Social...

Programs like Jamboree Housing Corp. Here's what you need to know.

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Hint: There's an answer just for you. Here's what you need to know.

Más refugios atienden necesidades médicas de personas may...

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Why the NHS still wastes billions on patients who don't n...

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Some icky findings, to say the least. Here's what you need to know.

All The Ways Sauna Can Benefit Your Skin, According To De...

Turns out, turning up the heat and humidity can be a major plus for your complexion.

Doctors strike called off as union backs latest pay deal

Medics had been set to go on the first national walkout staged by NHS workers on Tuesday in a dispute over pay.

The 54 Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books of 2025

Our hand-picked choices includes supernatural westerns, robots, magic, and blobs.

Exactly How To Start Weight Training For Weight Loss, Acc...

Plus, three custom workouts to help you get kicked off. Remember when women were encouraged to stray away from weights?

Hoka’s Post-Holiday Sale Gives Black Friday a Run for Its...

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The plan blends intermittent fasting, the keto diet, and carb-loading.

Why Am I Not Losing Weight? 25 Factors That Can Stall You...

It's not just about diet and exercise. It's not just about diet and exercise.

10 Reasons Why You’re Lifting Weights But Not Losing Weig...

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How Practicing Ethical Non-Monogamy Can Benefit Your Rela...

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Long waits for disability benefit claims unacceptable, MP...

Some people are waiting more than a year to have their claims processed, the Public Accounts Committee says.

The Beginner's Guide to Weight Training

Everything you need to know to get kicked off with your new workout routine. Ready to get into the best shape of your life?

Noah Wyle and the Rest of The Pitt Crew are Back for Seas...

HBO Max's Emmy-winning real-time medical drama is one of TV's best and most exciting shows—and everyone's going to be talking about it.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical rec...

The firm says its chatbot sees health and wellbeing questions from 230 million people every week.

The 4 Beginner Dumbbell Exercises Everyone Needs to Know

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If it happens often, the mineral may be the culprit. Here's what you need to know.

Las enfermedades y muertes que previenen las vacunas que ...

El gobierno federal ha reducido drásticamente la cantidad de vacunas infantiles recomendadas, dejando fuera seis inmunizaciones de rutina...

Solving the Home Care Quandary

Paid home care is buckling under the surging demands of an aging population.

The U.S. Is Facing Its Worst Respiratory Virus Surge in 2...

Plus, what’s making this particular flu season so harsh. Respiratory virus cases are at a 25-year high in the U.

Dietary guidelines declare war on processed foods and sug...

The MAHA movement claims wins — fewer processed foods and seed oils, more beef and dairy products — as Kennedy discards 421 pages of scie...

New NHS online hospital to focus on eyes, menopause and p...

NHS Online because of launch in England next year will provide eye, prostate and menopause care.

STAT+: FDA announces sweeping changes to oversight of wea...

The FDA will ease regulation of digital health products, aiming to deregulate AI and promote its widespread use.

Whats the right way to define ultra-processed foods?

A new article in Nature Medicine says policymakers should define ultra-processed foods by what they are not.

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Shop expert-approved ankle weights to rev your cardio, tone those glutes, and strengthen your core.

5 New Sports at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics

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The food giant found out some batches of SMA infant and follow-on formula could lead to vomiting Nestle issues global recall of some ba o...

The 55 Best Horror Books of 2025

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A Trainer Shares the Low-Impact Exercise Women Over 50 Sh...

Incorporate a mini trampoline into your routine for a low-impact workout.

Hospital flu cases drop as NHS on cold weather alert

NHS bosses say the fall is welcome, but expect freezing temperatures to increase pressure on the health service.

Iowa Doesnt Have Enough OB-GYNs. The State’s Abort...

Abortion bans like Iowa’s have put OB-GYNs under increasing strain and surveillance, complicating the standard medical treatments for mis...

STAT+: The biotech scorecard for the first quarter: 26 st...

Here is STAT’s biotech scorecard, our regular ledger of stock-moving biotech events, for the first quarter.

Criminally Ill: Systemic Failures Turn State Mental Hospi...

There has been a steep rise in the share of people with severe mental illnesses being sent to state psychiatric hospitals on court orders...

The Science Behind Chronic Pain—and How to Finally Get Re...

Living with chronic pain? These proven treatments can help.

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Wellbeing 2026: Recovery, JOMO and brain boosting supplem...

Wellness is a multi-trillion pound industry which continues to grow - and this year is less about maxing out, more about recovering well.

Advertisements Promising Patients a ‘Dream Body’ With Min...

While federal officials say they are cracking down on misleading drug ads, cosmetic surgery remains a “buyer beware” market.

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Can Eating High-Fat Cheese Actually Prevent Dementia?

This is one of the “stronger” studies in nutrition epidemiology—but it's not definitive.

The 6 Pieces of Gear Ja'Marr Chase Can’t Live Without

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A Simple Way To Stay Ahead Of Nausea

This Women’s Health editor shares how she prevents the woozies.

Chickenpox vaccines for young children start across UK

For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be seri...

How to Choose the Best Eye Drops—and What to Avoid, Accor...

Here's what to look for (and steer clear of! ) when choosing eye drops.

Your Quick-Relief Guide for Acute Pain, According to Doctors

These treatments will help you handle all types of acute pain, from head to stomach to joints.

Hospitals working to get patients home for Christmas afte...

Health the experts have warned that the impact of the strike will be felt into the new year "and beyond".

NIH director says DEI-related grants that were restored u...

NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya told a podcaster that DEI-related grants restored under a court order clutched't be renewed in 2026 Politic...

Opinion: Why I’m skipping Dry January

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US regulator approves pill form of Wegovy weight-loss drug

Wegovy becomes first pill of its kind to be approved, shifting weight-loss drugs beyond injections.

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My son was given world's most expensive gene therapy drug...

Five-year-old Edward can walk independently, his mum says, and she hopes he will lead a happy life.

Oprah Winfrey Opens Up About Weight Loss, GLP-1 Side Effe...

She’s releasing a new book inspired by the journey. Oprah Winfrey d an update on her weight loss medication experience.

Hospitals warned end-of-life care crisis threatening trea...

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The 36 Best After-Christmas Sales From Hoka, Amazon, Nord...

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This Is How Long Body Recomposition Takes, According To A...

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Trump administration agrees to reconsider frozen and shut...

NIH agrees to reevaluate research projects left in bureaucratic limbo while a lawsuit over termination of DEI-related grants moves throug...

The 45 Best Gifts for Men in 2025 After a Year of Testing

All have a track record to please. Here's what you need to know.

The Fertility Test Was Routine. The Extreme Pain Was Anyt...

HSG testing is a common practice in the fertility world. Why don’t women know what they’re actually getting into?

Toddler finally home from hospital for Christmas

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.

What I Learned About Working Out and Motivation at The Oh...

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Everything We Know About How Stranger Things Could Contin...

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The Incredible True Story of Marty Supreme and Table Tenn...

The new film from director Josh Safdie stars Timothée Chalamet as table tennis star Marty Mauser.

This Popular Food May Be Wreaking Havoc on Your Gut, Acco...

Find out if it’s part of your diet. Find out if it’s part of your diet.

Tracking Applications for Rural Health Transformation Funds

KFF Health News is working to collect and post complete app materials, by state, here and will update this repository as new materials, d...

An Arm and a Leg: A Few More Good Things From 2025

"An Arm and a Leg" looks back on state laws passed in 2025 aimed at removing medical debts from credit reports and reining in corporate i...

Christmas can be a nightmare for misophonia sufferers lik...

Christmas is a difficult time if you suffer from a reduced tolerance to sounds, but there are ways to make it easier.

Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?

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What is happening to flu this winter - and should you buy...

Flu has come early this year with a new mutated version of the virus circulating.

After Outpatient Cosmetic Surgery, They Wound Up in the H...

Some patients who had liposuction or other surgeries later required emergency hospital care — and some died, court records show.

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Drug Used to Treat Joint Pain Recalled Over Lead Concerns...

Here’s a list of impacted products. Joint pain medication, Rheumacare Capsules, is being recalled over elevated levels of lead.

Flu cases falling ahead of Christmas, the experts say

UK health agency says drop is encouraging news, but warns flu could still bounce back in new year.

3 drug policy questions to watch in 2026

The Trump administration has shown strong interest in furthering psychedelics as therapy, and cannabis too.

It’s the ‘Gold Standard’ in Autism Care. Why Are States R...

States facing yawning budget shortfalls have begun cutting Medicaid reimbursements for a wide variety of services.

Medical Bills Can Be Vexing and Perplexing. Here’s This Y...

As the crowdsourced investigative series from KFF Health News approaches its eighth anniversary, “Bill of the Month” offers its top takea...

Nineteen states, D.C. sue HHS over gender-affirming care ...

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The "KFF Health News Minute” brings original health care and health policy reporting from our newsroom to the airwaves each week.

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We put the fashion-forward workout clothes to the test. Here's what you need to know.

Opinion: Proposed HHS rule on gender-affirming care radic...

If this rule is enacted, “any kind of care could be subject to similar treatment,” the experts write.

TikTok removes AI weight loss ads from fake Boots account

The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer.

Are Grapes Good for You? Dietitians Explain the Pros and ...

Time to add an extra vine to the charcuterie board. Time to add an extra vine to the charcuterie board.

Childbirth epidural kit shortage could last until March, ...

The shortage is because of a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.

Do ‘Natural GLP-1 Supplements’ Actually Work As Well As O...

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Epidural kit shortage could last until March, regulator says

The shortage is because of a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.

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Hallmark Christmas Movies Are My Self-Care—Here’s How Sci...

I asked a psychologist why (and how) they impact mood. Here's what you need to know.

Study revives debate about unpopular diet for cancer pati...

The neutropenic diet, which calls for nearly all food to be cooked at high heat to decrease infection risk, was waning in cancer care.

What Happened on Landman? Here’s Our Recap of Season 2, E...

Tommy is at the rest stop on the way to self-realization, and T. L.

An Argument for Straight Razor Shaving

Two doctors explain why it’s the best option for sensitive skin.

Opinion: Francis Collins: ‘I think of science as glimpsin...

Watching Christians reject vaccines has “been heartbreaking,” says former NIH Director Francis Collins.

Resident doctors in Scotland to go on strike for first time

Their union BMA Scotland has accused the government of reneging on a commitment to restore pay to 2008 levels.

Scientists Find Full Fat Cheese Helps Lower Dementia Risk...

Here’s what the experts have to say about the findings. New research suggests full-fat cheeses may lower the risk of dementia.

Guns Marketed for Personal Safety Fuel Public Health Cris...

During the covid pandemic, gun marketers told many Americans they needed firearms to defend against criminals and protesters.

Journalists Zero In on Certificate of Need ...

KFF Health News journalists made the rounds on regional media just to discuss topical stories.

STAT+: Cytokinetics heart drug wins FDA approval, the bio...

It took 27 years, but Cytokinetics secured its first U. S.

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Does Muscle Soreness Mean You've Had a Good Workout?

If you're lifting until you feel the pain, you should probably reassess the way you approach fitness.

Has flu peaked? What the figures tell us

NHS remains on high alert over flu, health bosses say, but there are signs infections are levelling off.

Is Lemon Ginger Tea Good For You? What Dietitians Say

It’s not just tasty — it can also help with digestion and ease nausea.

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A last-minute push from Democrats and four moderate Republicans will force a House vote on renewing enhanced premium tax credits for Affo...

Biotechs year in review

Is the biotech industry truly out of its slump? Here's what you need to know.

Cold Urticaria: Why Some People Break Out Into Hives From...

It's technically not a true allergy. During the winter, you may struggle to feel warm no matter how much you bundle up.

New Study Says 75% Of The World Isn't Getting Enough Omeg...

Here's why that fr matters for your brain and for your heart. Here's why that fr matters for your brain and for your heart.

Starmer calls doctors' strike 'dangerous' as five-day wal...

The doctors' union, the British Medical Association, dropped it was time the government came up with 'a genuinely long-term plan' on pay ...

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Fed Employees: Broke 🤑

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Gainz Over 50 💪

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HIV Misinformation: Why Russell T Davies Despairs

Creator of 'It's a Sin,' Russell T Davies, warns the HIV battle isn't over, citing widespread misinformation as a major threat.

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Needle-Free Vaccines: A Shot Against Hesitancy?

A leading vaccine researcher, terrified of needles himself, argues that ditching traditional injections could boost public health and save lives.

New SNAP Work Rules Hit States, Add Red Tape

A new federal act burdens states with more SNAP costs and admin, impacting the program that feeds 42 million Americans. What does this mean for Missouri?

RTD: HIV Misinformation Makes Me 'Despair'

Russell T Davies, creator of 'It's a Sin,' warns the fight against HIV isn't over. Misinformation makes him 'despair.'

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Don't snooze on this! Prevention readers can snag 20% off Saatva mattresses, saving up to $900, but only until midnight.

Shark's Airwrap Dupe Hits Record Low Price

Score salon-quality curls, waves, and blowouts at home without the premium price tag. Shark's popular styling tool is now its cheapest ever!

Style Editors: Cyber Monday Watch Deals Are Unbeatable

Waiting paid off! Style editors confirm Cyber Monday watch deals are *even better* than Black Friday's deep discounts. Don't miss out.

Vest Game Strong? 💀

Are weighted vests a whole thing or just a meme? No cap, let's dive in

11 Car Red Flags That Scream Mental Health Crisis 🚗

Your friend's messy car might be crying for help. These 11 stress signs in vehicles reveal serious mental health struggles that need attention ASAP.

Alzheimer's Awareness Month: It's Giving Me All the Feels ⚕️

Learn about Alzheimer's disease, its impact, and how you can get involved in awareness month. Discover the devastating effects on families and communities.

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FDA officials are lowkey freaking out about potential side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids, but is it a real concern or just a meme? We got the tea.

COVID Vaccine Link to Pediatric Deaths? FDA Doc Spills Tea ⚕️

FDA vaccine expert makes claim, but what's the real tea? COVID vaccine, pediatric deaths, FDA, vaccine division, no data provided.

Fed Workers: Broke 🤑

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Freezing Bread Makes It Healthy? Science is Unhinged 🧬

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Menopause No Cap: FDA Ditches Black Box Warnings for Hormone Therapy ⚕️

Menopause symptoms, hormone therapy, FDA updates: Learn how this change affects women's health worldwide. Get the lowdown on hormone replacement therapy and its effects.

POV: Your Car Is Exposing Your Mental Breakdown 💀

Bestie, your Honda Civic is literally snitching on your stress levels and we're here for the tea.

Red Hair Gene Said 'Make It Everyone Else's Problem' And Now We Know Why Some Wounds Are Literally Just Vibing Forever 🧬

Scientists fr just discovered that the same gene that makes gingers absolutely iconic might also be why some people's wounds are giving 'permanent residency' energy instead of healing like they're supposed to.

Red Hair Gene & Wound Healing: Why Gingers Can't Catch a Break 🧬

New research reveals the MC1R gene mutation in redheads affects wound healing. Scientists discovered why some chronic wounds won't heal - and it's lowkey genetic.

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No cap, When a measles outbreak emerged in Spartanburg, South Carolina, in October, health officials announced that most cases w...

This Sea Said 'Beaches Are Not My Vibe' And Honestly? It's Giving Main Character Energy 🌊

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Vaccines Prevent Cancer & Chronic Disease? That's Actually Fire 🔥

Vaccines preventing chronic disease and cancer? Scientists said 'bet' and delivered receipts. These shots are doing way more than expected, no cap.

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Your Poop Schedule Reveals Your Health Status 💩

New study shows your bathroom schedule is literally spilling tea about your health. Scientists analyzed 1,425 people's poop habits and the results are wild.