Medicine

Gym membership in the U.S. hit a record high in 2025, according to the Health & Fitness Association, giving consumers more workout options — and more choices to sort through when picking the right fitness space. Amid today's…

Amid a deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard an Antarctic cruise ship, a timeline shows how the situation unfolded — from the first reported illnesses at sea to ongoing efforts to trace passengers and contain the spread. The outbreak,…

A new study has revealed a link between egg consumption and reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The research from California’s Loma Linda University, published in the Journal of Nutrition, aimed to analyze the relationship between the…

As investigations continue into the hantavirus outbreak that originated on the expedition cruise ship MV Hondius, concerns swirl about the prevalence of the virus in the U.S. Among passengers of the ship, which was traveling from…

Gym attendance typically spikes in the months leading up to summer, according to industry data, as many Americans ramp up their fitness routines. While fitness routines work differently for everyone, one expert offers simple advice for…

Brian Kilmeade sat down with experts to dissect a growing online phenomenon that has captured the attention of young men across the country. Known as "looksmaxxing," this trend involves a quest for sharper physical features and…

As "Fox & Friends" continues its Wellness Week, the conversation has turned toward IV drips, peptides and creatine, with a focus on whether they are helpful health hacks or overblown hype. The segment featured Lawrence Jones…

A new wave of blood tests aiming to predict Alzheimer’s risk may offer hope for earlier detection — but they could also raise concerns about the accuracy and reliability of the results. A recent study funded by the National Institutes…

A suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic has left at least three people dead and triggered an international investigation — putting the rare but potentially deadly disease back in the spotlight. The…

The idea that aging is a steady, predictable process is being challenged by a new book, which describes a so-called "flicker stage" where some aspects of aging may briefly reverse. Stuart Kaplan and Marcus Riley, authors of the book…

A North Carolina politician is spreading awareness after his wife was bitten by a copperhead snake in a frightening incident this week. Robert Burns, mayor of Monroe, a suburb southeast of Charlotte, shared the harrowing incident in an…

Growing observational research suggests that long-term dietary patterns may influence Parkinson’s risk, age at onset and possibly severity of symptoms. Mediterranean-style eating, in particular, has been associated with lower risk and…

Those taking GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) medications for diabetes and weight loss often experience gastrointestinal symptoms – but some lesser-known side effects have also been reported. One of those, described as "Ozempic breath,"…

The peptide boom is under scrutiny as the FDA weighs easing restrictions on several drugs in the category. Peptides, which are short chains of amino acids that serve as the building blocks of proteins, have gained popularity among…

Specific bacteria in the gut could predict a person’s risk of developing Parkinson’s disease years before symptoms appear, new research suggests. Led by researchers from University College London (UCL), an observational study analyzed…

More than half of people over 50 have experienced hemorrhoids, according to the National Institutes of Health and other medical sources. To help patients and providers navigate this common issue, the American Gastroenterological…

Comedy icon Damon Wayans has gone from spreading laughter to spreading awareness about diabetes risk. The actor, best known for his roles in "In Living Color," "Major Payne" and "My Wife and Kids," has lived several years with his own…

Extreme weather is fueling a rise in heart attacks and strokes, with heat waves and cold snaps contributing to the rise, according to new research reported by SWNS. The findings, presented last week at the European Association of…

Rectal cancer deaths are rising at a significantly faster rate than colon cancer among younger Americans, a trend that researchers warn will continue to escalate without a shift in treatment. Mortality rates for rectal cancer are…

More Americans are choosing to walk away from difficult relationships instead of working through them, a new survey has revealed. Nearly two in five Americans — 38% — say they have gone "no contact" with a friend or family member in…