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August 9, 2026 - 08:49
Chester County doctor explains prostate cancer spread as Joe Biden's health worsens, son saysHunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, said his father`s prostate cancer has spread to his bones, describing the condition as `very debilitating` and `painful.` The younger Biden made the...
August 8, 2026 - 19:23
Tommy John pens goodbye to Yankees for Old-Timers' Day during health fightTommy John, the former major league pitcher whose name became synonymous with the revolutionary elbow surgery he underwent in 1974, has written a heartfelt goodbye to the New York Yankees...
August 8, 2026 - 13:35
Drug-resistant fungas on the radar in Michigan as health experts monitor spreadHealth officials in Michigan are keeping a close watch on a stubborn fungus that has shown the ability to survive on surfaces, pass between people, and shrug off many of the medications normally...
August 7, 2026 - 22:48
Health officials warn of new measles exposure site at Kaiser Mt. Scott in ClackamasOregon health authorities have issued a warning about a potential measles exposure at Kaiser Permanente Mount Scott in Clackamas. The Oregon Health Authority and Clackamas County Public Health...
August 7, 2026 - 12:01
Wilson Sonsini Advises Cylinder Health on $105 Million Acquisition by Hinge HealthDigital healthcare provider Hinge Health has reached a definitive agreement to buy Cylinder Health, a virtual-first digestive care company, for $105 million. The announcement came on August 4, 2026...
August 6, 2026 - 19:24
How a Maxwell Professor Uses Radio Dramas to Improve Public Health OutcomesPublic health messaging often struggles to break through the noise of daily life. Bernard Appiah, an associate professor of public health, thinks the answer might be hiding in plain sight: the...
August 6, 2026 - 07:00
Sons of jailed Pakistani leader Imran Khan fear for his healthThe two sons of Imran Khan, the jailed former prime minister of Pakistan, have voiced serious worries about their father`s physical condition, saying prison officials are blocking them from...
August 5, 2026 - 18:54
New Golisano Children’s Mobile Health Clinic to Serve Communities Throughout RochesterA new pediatric mobile health unit is hitting the streets of Rochester, aiming to bring medical care directly to families who face barriers to traditional clinic visits. The University of Rochester...
August 5, 2026 - 04:07
Leaders celebrate completion of ECO Center renovation, launching student health servicesCommunity and state officials came together on Tuesday in Belmont County to celebrate the finished renovation of the East Central Ohio Educational Service Center, a project that wrapped up after...
August 4, 2026 - 11:27
Microplastics may be affecting cardiovascular healthNew research is adding to the growing concern about tiny plastic particles in the human body. A recent study looked at patients who had suffered heart attacks and found something unexpected in...
August 3, 2026 - 18:06
Healthcare access dominates complaints from CT's incarceratedHealth services now make up the largest share of complaints coming from people held in Connecticut`s correctional facilities. According to the state Correction Ombuds office, roughly one in three...
August 3, 2026 - 09:53
Are AI scribes useful tools in medical education, or a crutch that imperils learning?Medical educators are increasingly wrestling with a new question in the classroom: should future doctors be trained to use AI scribes that listen to patient visits and write the clinical note? The...
August 2, 2026 - 21:19
Opinion: Taxing billionaires will help Californians keep their health coverageA proposal heading to the California ballot this November could shift the burden of healthcare funding onto the state`s wealthiest residents. Proposition 40, if approved by voters, would impose a...
August 2, 2026 - 05:53
AI Provides Mental Health Support For Those In The Aftermath Of Natural DisastersWhen a hurricane flattens a town or a wildfire forces thousands to flee, the physical damage is easy to see. The psychological toll is quieter but just as real. In the weeks after a disaster, many...
August 1, 2026 - 22:58
54% of men believe a dangerous testosterone myth — the troubling places they’re getting their infoTestosterone is having a cultural moment. Men are talking about it in gyms, on podcasts, and in group chats. And a lot of them are convinced that raising their levels will change their lives. New...
August 1, 2026 - 08:59
Digital Health Funding Is Booming, Especially For WearablesInvestment in digital health is climbing at a pace not seen in years, and the biggest winner so far is the wearable device sector. New data shows that funding for health-focused technology...
July 31, 2026 - 20:00
Consuming less protein could have greater health benefits and extend lifespanProtein-fortified products have become nearly impossible to avoid. From protein-packed cereals and coffees to specialized protein waters, the food industry has leaned heavily into the idea that...
July 31, 2026 - 08:46
5 reasons patients check with a chatbot before—and often instead of—going to the doctorWarning healthcare consumers about the unreliability of AI for medical advice is like screaming at tourists for frolicking in a decorative fountain on an oppressively hot and humid day. The...
July 30, 2026 - 18:37
The Real Antidepressant CrisisRobert F. Kennedy Jr. has been making headlines with his claim that Americans are overusing antidepressants, particularly SSRIs. He argues that these drugs are handed out too freely, masking deeper...
July 30, 2026 - 11:05
'This is revolutionary': New guidelines take aim at a syndrome impacting nearly 90% of U.S. adultsIt is rare for doctors to officially name a new medical condition, and even rarer for that condition to affect the vast majority of the population. But last month, a group of leading physicians did...
July 29, 2026 - 21:17
Pawtucket Fire Department launches proactive health care programThe Pawtucket Fire Department has launched a new initiative aimed at keeping residents healthier while reducing the number of repeat emergency calls. Called the Mobile Integrated Health program, or...
July 29, 2026 - 12:25
Uganda declares itself free of Ebola as Congo continues to struggle with itUganda has officially declared itself free of the Ebola virus, marking the end of a health crisis that first emerged in the country in September. The announcement came from the Ugandan Ministry of...
July 28, 2026 - 23:12
Penn State Health celebrates naming of Golisano Children’s HospitalPenn State Health officially celebrated the naming of its children`s hospital on July 24, unveiling new signage that signals a major milestone for pediatric care in the region. The event marked the...
July 28, 2026 - 13:12
Health experts share tips to help Kern County students start the school year healthyAs the new school year begins in Kern County, local health professionals are sharing practical tips to help families keep their children healthy and ready to learn. The advice comes as students...
July 27, 2026 - 20:12
Need a sports physical? Dallas group offers back-to-school servicesA Dallas community group is stepping up to help families prepare for the new school year with a one-stop event that covers more than just homework. The free gathering will allow parents to check...
July 27, 2026 - 02:58
Health alert issued for Albuquerque area due to ozoneAn air quality health alert has been issued for the Albuquerque metropolitan area, with officials warning that ground-level ozone could reach unhealthy levels. The alert is in effect through 8 p.m....
July 26, 2026 - 03:14
Duke Health Opens New Outpatient Clinic for Surgical Patients Near CharlotteDuke Health has announced the opening of a new outpatient clinic aimed at serving surgical patients in an underserved city just outside of Charlotte. This initiative is part of a broader effort to...
July 24, 2026 - 21:16
New Initiative Aims to Support Mental Health of Neurodivergent ChildrenJake Collective and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention are launching a significant initiative focused on the mental health challenges faced by neurodivergent children. This five-year...
July 24, 2026 - 03:20
New executive director sworn in for Salem VA Health Care SystemTammy Snyder has been formally sworn in as the permanent executive director of the Salem VA Health Care System, moving from her interim role which she held since October 2025. The appointment marks...
July 23, 2026 - 11:07
Police identify O.C. man fatally shot amid mental health crisisA 20-year-old man who was fatally shot by Irvine police officers while experiencing a mental health crisis has been identified as Daniel Alfons Meltvedt, a resident of Irvine, authorities confirmed...