Health

Casting a line could reel in a lot more than the catch of the day. A recent study has shown that men who enjoy fishing as a hobby may have better mental health. The study, conducted by researchers at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge, Ulster University, and Queen’s University, Belfast, …

One in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime — but despite its prevalence, there are still some common myths surrounding the disease, according to experts. Dr. Megan Kalambo, associate professor at the Department of Breast Imaging at The University of Texas MD …

On the advice of his doctor, legendary singer/songwriter Bruce Springsteen, who recently turned 74, postponed his worldwide tour to continue recovering from a digestive condition that many people born in the U.S.A. can relate to: peptic ulcer disease.  “Thanks to all my friends and fans for your good wishes, encouragement and …

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — CBS News Philadelphia is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. A medical school in Wynnefield Heights is hoping to diversify the next generation of medical professionals. With an eye to the future, Dr. Arturo Bravo-Nuevo and Dr. Leslie Fernandez are hoping to bring more Hispanic representation into the medical …

A new study done by addiction recovery resource Addiction Treatment Magazine has revealed the states that have the highest and lowest prevalence of underage drinking. Researchers looked at the number of young people between the ages of 12 and 20 who had consumed an alcoholic drink within the last month …

Federal safety regulators are urging parents and other caretakers to stop using 5in1 Rocker Bassinets because the infant products pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards. The bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites do not meet federal safety standards for baby products and lack requiring markings, labeling and instructions, …

When a 17-year-old brain cancer patient was disappointed about having to miss her senior homecoming, her caregivers decided to bring the dance to her. Megan Krafty, who lives in Huron, Ohio, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in May after suffering seizures.  Once she had surgery to remove part of …

A new study from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center has revealed a major side effect of the oral medication alpelisib that is prescribed to breast cancer patients. The research, published by Wiley in the peer-reviewed American Cancer Society journal CANCER, found that the drug has caused elevated blood sugar …

A growing number of women are opting to reverse gravity by getting a surgical breast-lift procedure. The prevalence of breast lifts has risen 70% since 2000 — twice the growth of breast implant surgery, according to new statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. “A breast lift — or …

AI paralyzed man walking Gert-Jan Oskam, paralyzed for 12 years, is able to walk again thanks to the brain-spine “digital bridge” interface developed at France’s Atomic Energy Commission (CEA). SOURCE: EPFL / CHUV via Reuters For the first time ever, a human has successfully received an implanted device to enable …

Beckett Fowler reunited with his three siblings after spending six months in the hospital for cancer chemotherapy.  (SWNS) EMOTIONAL REUNION – Siblings see their brother for the first time after his 6-month hospital stay amid his cancer battle. Continue reading… CHECKED OUT – A new report points to a lack of engagement …

The Scottish city of Glasgow will soon host the U.K.’s first “consumption room,” where people can go to use illegal drugs in a controlled environment, in a bid to address Scotland’s long-standing problem with addiction. The facility will allow drug users to consume drugs including cocaine and heroin in a …

Ginger could play a critical role in controlling inflammation for people living with autoimmune diseases, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Michigan and the University of Colorado School of Medicine focused on the impact of ginger supplements on a type of white blood cell called the …

Make Believe Ideas Ltd. is recalling hundreds of thousands of board books for small kids sold across the U.S. after learning of plastic rings detaching from the products and presenting a choking hazard. About 260,000 of the Rainbow Road Series board books were sold nationwide at retailers including Barnes & …

Heading into the 2023 flu season, the amoxicillin shortage in the U.S. has been in effect for nearly a year. In a recent study published in the journal Pediatrics, a group of physicians from Boston Children’s Hospital determined that since the shortage began, the odds of a child being prescribed …

People are becoming more concerned about COVID-19 amid the recent uptick in cases and new variants, according to Gallup’s latest quarterly poll. Gallup polled more than 5,000 U.S. adults between Aug. 29 and Sept. 5. Thirty percent of respondents said they believe the pandemic is getting worse — up from …

That bag of chips or slice of frozen pizza might make you happy while you’re eating it — but it could make you more susceptible to sadness long after the last bite. A new study published in the journal JAMA Open Network found that eating “ultraprocessed” foods can contribute to …

Federal health authorities are urging Americans to reach out to their insurers after reports of some people encountering trouble getting their new COVID-19 vaccine shot for free. Those issues have arisen despite programs and requirements designed to make the shots available at no out-of-pocket cost for all Americans. The hurdles …

Amid the outbreak of dengue fever currently sweeping Jamaica, health experts are warning about the dangers of the mosquito-borne illness. Jamaica’s Ministry of Health & Wellness announced the outbreak on Saturday. As of Friday, the country had recorded 565 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases of dengue.  A majority of the …

Bruce Willis’ frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis is bringing more attention to the rare condition. For World Frontotemporal Dementia Awareness Week, Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, and the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration CEO Susan Dickinson joined NBC’s “TODAY” to speak openly about the actor’s health status and details of the disease. …

The National Nursing Shortage is affecting rural areas The nationwide nursing shortage is hitting small communities hardest. And, it’s because when it comes to recruiting, small communities just can’t compete. This forces hospital staff to stop offering some procedures and work several jobs at once. Less than half of U.S. …

Jellyfish could be much smarter than scientists previously thought, asserts a new study published in the journal Current Biology. Poisonous Caribbean box jellyfish can learn at a far more complex level than ever imagined, despite only having 1,000 nerve cells and no centralized brain, according to new research from the …

Pregnant or breastfeeding women who consume diet soda or other foods and drinks containing aspartame could experience higher rates of autism diagnoses in their sons, a new study has revealed. Researchers at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) found that among boys …

Men who experience job strain — and who report putting in high effort only to receive little reward — have twice the risk of heart disease compared to those who do not have those psychological stressors, according to a new study by Canadian researchers. The impact of this combination of …

Health officials in Jamaica have declared an outbreak of the dengue fever Saturday with at least 565 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases in the Caribbean nation.  Jamaica’s Ministry of Health and Wellness says the outbreak comes as its National Surveillance Unit “advised that Jamaica has surpassed the dengue epidemic threshold …

Car accidents are a leading cause of death for kids. In 2021, 710 children in the U.S. under the age of 13 were killed in vehicle crashes, and more than 100,000 were injured, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Among those who died, more than a third of …

Early risers could have a leg up on their health and well-being. A recent study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Massachusetts revealed that “night owls” are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to morning people. The research, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine on …

Taking puberty-blocking drugs has been shown to cause mental health issues in trans children, according to a recent analysis from the University of Essex. In re-examining the results of a previous study, the U.K. researchers determined that one-third of the youth with gender dysphoria (GD) experienced a decline in mental …

If a pesky mosquito bite just doesn’t seem to go away, it could be something else — namely, skeeter syndrome. Skeeter syndrome, according to the Cleveland Clinic, is “a large local allergic reaction to mosquito bites marked by significant inflammation.”  The syndrome can be described as a severe allergic reaction …

An independent evaluation has indicated that the global campaign to eliminate polio is likely to fall short of achieving two critical goals in the ongoing battle against the disease this year. The GPEI has concurred with this assessment, citing persistent security concerns in crucial regions. Efforts to eradicate polio, a …

All U.S. states have an obesity rate among their residents of higher than 20%, which is at least one in five adults — and many exceed that. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published its 2022 Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps on Thursday, detailing obesity rates for the 50 …

Shimano is recalling nearly 700,000 bonded 11-Speed Hollowtech Road cranksets because the parts pose a crash risk to riders. The recalled bonded cranksets can “separate and break,” causing consumers to crash, a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission shows. The crankset is the part of the bike that moves the …

As a growing number of American parents are giving their kids melatonin to help them fall asleep, some experts are warning of potential risks. Nearly half (46%) of parents in the U.S. have given melatonin to a child under the age of 13, and almost one-third (30%) of parents have …

The U.S. government is awarding $45 million in grants to help clinics treating long COVID develop new models of care and expand access, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said on Wednesday. Nine clinics will receive $1 million grants annually over the next five years through the Agency …

The non-sugar, low-calorie sweetener aspartame — which is found in many sugar-free or “diet” foods and drinks — has been linked to potential problems with memory and learning, according to a study from the Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine. In the study, which was published in the journal …

In the U.S., a person has a stroke every 40 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — making strokes just as widespread as they are dangerous. There are different causes of stroke, but the most common is a blockage of blood flow to part of …

The World Health Organization (WHO) has just published its first report on the global impact of hypertension and how people can win the race against this “silent killer” that often presents without symptoms.  “This important report from WHO shows how high blood pressure is common and growing in prevalence, but …

The U.S. government is reactivating the program that mails free COVID-19 tests to Americans’ homes upon request. Effective Sept. 25, households will be able to order four free tests online through COVIDTests.gov. These tests, which can detect the new COVID variants currently circulating, are intended for use through the end …

Just as our bodies and organs break down as we age, so do our brains.  While the cognitive aging process can’t be stopped, there are ways we can slow it down, according to Dr. Brett Osborn, a Florida neurosurgeon and longevity expert. The key, he said, is sending the body …

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly to introduce legislation aimed at reducing maternal mortality rates U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly to introduce legislation aimed at reducing maternal mortality rates 04:59 CHICAGO (CBS) — The United States is one of the most developed nations in the world, but when it comes to the maternal …

Northeastern University in Boston will be given $17.5 million by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to lead an innovation center focused on infectious disease detection and preparation, the university announced. The Center for Advanced Epidemic Analytics and Predictive Modeling Technology, or EPISTORM, will “help detect and prepare …

Singer Sufjan Stevens is on the mend after being diagnosed with the rare autoimmune disorder Guillain-Barré syndrome. The Grammy and Oscar-nominated musician shared an update with his fans on his website Wednesday explaining why he hasn’t been able to participate in the promotion of his latest album, “Javelin.” “Last month I …

Dan and Jessica Roomberg’s life was turned upside down when their first child, Mila, was diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis type 1 in 2017. (Dan and Jessica Roomberg) ‘SWEETEST GIRL IN THE WORLD’ – Pennsylvania parents honor their daughter by raising awareness of her rare genetic disease. Continue reading… JAB JITTERS – A pediatrician …

Nearly three-quarters of the over 29 million adult Americans who identify as having substance use disorder are in recovery, new federal data shows. This weekend, hundreds of advocates in the field gathered in Washington, D.C. to call for political action and support for people in recovery, who make up a …

A puppy recently tested positive for rabies and was euthanized in New Mexico, according to a news release from the state’s health department. The animal, located in Bernalillo County, had shown signs that included tremors, lack of coordination and agitation.  Health officials said the pup might have contracted the virus …

The Food and Drug Administration declined on Tuesday to approve neffy, an epinephrine nasal spray from drugmaker ARS Pharmaceuticals, keeping the first needle-free option for Americans to treat severe allergic reactions off the market pending more trial data. ARS had expected the FDA to approve neffy for use in adults …

Bacteria-containing dust found at day care centers could put children at a higher risk of asthma, a new study from the European Respiratory Society suggests. In the study, the researchers collected dust samples from 103 different day care facilities in Paris, France.  Then they analyzed the samples in a lab …

Back-to-school time means a focus on children’s immunizations ahead of flu season — but the prospect of shots can be scary and anxiety-inducing for many kids. Some two in three children have strong fears around needles, according to CDC data. Evelyn Chan, pediatrician and CEO of Smileyscope in California, said …

CU grad Matt Jackson among those severely ill after botulism outbreak overseas CU grad Matt Jackson among those severely ill after botulism outbreak overseas 02:54 The parents of Matt Jackson are waiting and worrying about their 41-year-old son who remains in an intensive care unit in a French hospital after …

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer found in American men.  The only type of cancer more common than prostate cancer is skin cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Symptoms of prostate cancer are usually minimal, or not experienced at all. This common cancer is treatable when caught early, …