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Researchers: No link between maternal health during pregnancy, autism
"Our study shows that there is no convincing evidence that any of these other diagnoses in the mother can cause autism," senior researcher Magdalena Janecka, an…
Top influencers in the Make America Healthy Again movement: See the list
"Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) became a rallying cry during the final months of the 2024 presidential election, after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. endorsed President Donald Trump and joined his campaign. A little over a week after…
Artificial intelligence can help detect congenital heart defects
AI-aided analysis of prenatal ultrasounds detected heart defects more quickly and accurately than doctors evaluating the tests on their own, according to findings…
Weight loss may be helped by drinking this, study suggests
Water is known to be a great resource for good health — but sparkling water could also offer unique benefits. A new report published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health suggests that carbonated water may support weight loss by…
Rapid blood test can hasten treatment for stroke patients with brain bleeding
A blood test that detects GFAP during emergency transport could kick off effective treatment for these patients before they even get to the hospital, potentially…
Kansas City tuberculosis outbreak is largest in US history
A tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas City, Kansas, has become the largest documented on record in the United States. As of Jan. 24, 2025, there have been 67 active cases reported in Wyandotte County (60) and Johnson County (7) since…
Flossing regularly can help prevent strokes, study says
People who floss their teeth at least once a week are reducing their risk of stroke caused by a blood clot, researchers are scheduled to report Wednesday. Adobe…
Woman with cancer reveals the diet that she says saved her life
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Seniors’ cholesterol level changes linked to brain health
Those whose cholesterol fluctuated the most had a 60% increased risk of dementia, researchers report in findings published Wednesday in the journal, Neurology. Adobe…
Marla Maples advocates for healthier food choices for Americans amid RFK Jr. hearings
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared on Capitol Hill Wednesday for the confirmation hearing for HHS Secretary, supporters and leaders in the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement gathered to show their support. Among the supporters…
Heavy marijuana use can impact young adults’ short-term memory, study says
MRI scans showed less brain activation in heavy tokers performing tasks that tested their ability to temporarily hold a limited amount of information at the ready for…
This disease kills more people than all cancers and accidents combined
Heart disease remains the top killer of Americans as risk factors continue to grow. The latest statistics were revealed in the American Heart Association’s annual report, 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics.The report, which was…
Study links long COVID severity with white blood cell count
Higher levels of leukocytes -- a form of white blood cell -- are associated with more severe symptoms of long COVID among older women, researchers reported. Photo by…
Common mental disorder could shorten your life, study finds
A common mental health issue could take years off your life, new research has revealed. People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were found to live shorter lives than those who were not diagnosed, according to a…
Adderall shortage sparks scramble for ADHD medication alternatives
Because of the Adderallshortage, prescriptions for other types of stimulant drugs used in ADHD treatment increased, according to study results. Adobe Stock/HealthDay…
Bill Gates likely had autism as a child, he reveals: ‘Wasn’t widely understood’
Bill Gates said he believes he would have been diagnosed with autism if he were growing up today. The Microsoft co-founder and tech billionaire, 69, made the revelation in his upcoming memoir, "Source Code: My Beginnings."In an…
Taking blood pressure in noisy settings doesn’t affect reading, study shows
The study’s senior author is Dr. Tammy Brady, a professor of pediatrics and epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. Photo courtesy of Dr. Tammy Brady…
Red meat could raise dementia risk, researchers claim, yet some doctors have questions
While red meat is a rich source of protein, iron and other nutrients, a recent study linked it to an increased risk of dementia — but some doctors are casting doubt on the claim. Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public…
U.S. children’s dental care falls short at home, national poll reports
1 of 2 | As the result of inadequate dental care, children experienced tooth decay, cavities, stained teeth, gum concerns or pain over the last two…
Feeling extra tired? This virus could be the culprit, study suggests
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