Health

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 the gut microbes of 271 patients in the U.K. who had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s.Also included in the study were 43 carriers of the GBA1 variant, which has been linked to an almost 30 times higher risk of […]

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 Association (AGA) recently released updated clinical practice guidelines in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology.The update focuses on a simple approach, emphasizing lifestyle modifications over quick-fix products.HEART DISEASE THREAT PROJECTED TO CLIMB SHARPLY FOR KEY DEMOGRAPHICHemorrhoids are swollen, […]

Fish oil might not be the brain booster you think it is, new research suggests.The supplement has been touted for its protective benefits, derived from its key component, omega-3 fatty acids. In addition to capsules, it is increasingly appearing in drinks, dairy alternatives and snack products.Researchers recently found that for certain people, specifically those who have sustained repeated mild head injuries, fish oil might do more harm than good.YOUR BRAIN […]

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 case of type 2 diabetes, which runs in his family.In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Wayans, 65, shared the moment he realized the condition should be taken seriously.SIMPLE LIFESTYLE […]

It’s well-known that ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are not good for overall health — but new research has uncovered further evidence that this diet could negatively impact the brain.The study, published in the journal Alzheimer’s and Dementia by the Alzheimer’s Association, revealed that UPFs are linked to more than 30 adverse health outcomes, including several dementia risk factors, like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity.Researchers from Australia’s Monash University analyzed […]

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 Preventive Cardiology (EAPC) congress, analyzed data from more than 8 million residents of Eastern Poland between 2011 and 2020.During that decade, researchers recorded over 573,000 major cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events (MACCE).BACTERIA IN YOUR […]

Months after revealing his stage 4 cancer diagnosis, former U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse is speaking out about an experimental therapy that could extend his life.Sasse, a Republican who represented Nebraska between 2015 and 2023, shared in December 2025 that he has metastatic pancreatic cancer, which has spread to multiple organs — including his liver and lungs.After initially being given three to four months to live, Sasse, 54, entered a clinical […]

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 growing two to three times faster than those for colon cancer among adults aged 20 to 44, according to a study to be presented at Digestive Disease Week 2026 in Chicago.The data suggests that for […]

New research is suggesting a strong association between mouth bacteria and gastric cancer.The study, published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine, examined the gut microbiome in stool and the oral microbiome from saliva and the tongue.The China-based researchers with BGI Genomics analyzed 404 samples from Chinese patients with gastric cancer in one group and chronic gastritis in another.DEATHS FROM ONE TYPE OF CANCER ARE SURGING AMONG YOUNG ADULTS WITHOUT COLLEGE […]