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New study: Naps may be linked to increased mortality

Research suggests that older adults’ daytime sleep habits may reveal underlying health problems.

Pregnant women’s blood may reveal children’s risk of asthma

New research examines how conditions during pregnancy may be linked to children’s risk of disease.

16 ALS cases in small village raise concerns over toxic mushroom

Several cases of illness in a small village have prompted researchers to investigate an unexpected possible cause.

Doctor accused of exploiting cancer patients with unproven treatments

Controversial treatment raises questions about accountability in the healthcare system.

New research reveals how to best protect your brain over time

Most people consider brain health to be just as important as physical health, but few know how to...

New study: Naps may be linked to increased mortality

Research suggests that older adults’ daytime sleep habits may reveal underlying health problems.

Pregnant women’s blood may reveal children’s risk of asthma

New research examines how conditions during pregnancy may be linked to children’s risk of disease.

16 ALS cases in small village raise concerns over toxic mushroom

Several cases of illness in a small village have prompted researchers to investigate an unexpected possible cause.

Doctor accused of exploiting cancer patients with unproven treatments

Controversial treatment raises questions about accountability in the healthcare system.

Analysis of 124,837 people: Aspirin provides no reliable protection against colorectal cancer

Many people take aspirin daily to protect their health. However, new research suggests that its effect against colorectal cancer is uncertain.

Diabetes and weight-loss drugs may reduce risk of substance use, study finds

GLP-1 medications, widely known for treating diabetes and obesity, are now being investigated for a completely different potential effect.

New discovery could lead to future malaria treatments

An international team of researchers has investigated how the malaria parasite reproduces. The findings could have implications for the development of future medicines.

New focus on Trump’s health after remark about his father

A brief statement by Donald Trump during a meeting at the White House has sparked a new discussion about his health.

Study finds pandemic may have set back children’s cognitive development

A new study suggests that some children may have fallen behind in their development.

Your mouth and gut may determine how severe your peanut allergy becomes, new research shows

Some people react severely to peanuts, while others can tolerate small amounts. New research suggests that the explanation may lie in bacteria within the body.