Health

Medical victim Chloe Cole was at the center of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Thursday announcement of proposed regulatory actions to end "sex-rejecting procedures" on minors.The proposed regulatory actions by the HHS are part of President Donald Trump's January executive order calling on the department to protect children from "chemical and surgical mutilation."The department is rolling out a series of policy updates and regulatory actions that would […]

There is growing evidence that gum disease (periodontal disease) and heart disease may be connected, especially when it comes to plaque building up in arteries and the risk of major cardiovascular events.The American Heart Association (AHA) published a scientific statement this week sharing how inflamed gums and bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream, triggering inflammation in the blood vessels.The team looked at previous research showing that people with […]

Those at risk of type 2 diabetes may be able to prevent heart problems later.A new study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology discovered that lowering the blood sugar of those with prediabetes could reduce the risk of heart attack by half.Diabetes researchers and endocrine experts across Europe, China and the U.S. investigated how bringing blood sugar back to normal levels affected the chances of heart problems later in […]

One of the most widely known risks linked to the COVID-19 vaccine is myocarditis, especially in young males — and now a new Stanford study has shed some light on why this rare effect can occur.Myocarditis, which is inflammation of the heart, occurs in about one in 140,000 people who receive the first dose of the vaccine and one in 32,000 after the second dose, according to a Stanford press […]

Cannabis has been linked to some significant medical benefits, but recent research calls those into question.A major new analysis published in JAMA examined more than 2,500 scientific papers from the last 15 years, including other reviews, clinical trials and guidelines focused on medical marijuana."While many people turn to cannabis seeking relief, our review highlights significant gaps between public perception and scientific evidence regarding its effectiveness for most medical conditions," Dr. […]

The holidays are known to be a source of stress, between traveling, preparing for family gatherings and indulging in lots of food and drinks.The uptick of activity can actually put a strain on the heart, a phenomenon known as "holiday heart syndrome."Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Jeremy London addressed this elevated risk in a recent Instagram post, sharing how heart attacks consistently rise around the holidays.TREATING GUM DISEASE COULD REDUCE RISK OF […]

Flu season is among us, and a new strain has emerged as a major threat.Influenza A H3N2, or the subclade K variant, has been detected as the culprit in rising global cases, including in the U.S.In an interview with Fox News Digital, Dr. Neil Maniar, professor of public health practice at Boston’s Northeastern University, shared details on the early severity of this emerging strain.MAJOR MEASLES OUTBREAK LEADS TO HUNDREDS QUARANTINED […]

As snow blanketed parts of the U.S. this week, heart health experts have shared warnings of the physical strain shoveling can take — particularly for older adults.A 2025 Mayo Clinic review found that just 10 minutes of heavy snow shoveling can push the heart to about 97% of its maximum rate. Exposure to cold air was also found to increase blood pressure and reduce coronary blood flow.While there isn’t an […]

Chronic lateness is known to be a common annoyance, often leading to strain within relationships, experts have confirmed.And for some people who struggle to be on time, the reasons may go far beyond poor planning.Psychotherapist and author Jonathan Alpert told Fox News Digital that chronic lateness often stems from a combination of psychological patterns and neurobiological factors that people may not realize are influencing them.ALWAYS RUNNING LATE? A MENTAL HEALTH […]