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Over 100 people—mostly children—have died in a devastating measles outbreak in Bangladesh, marking one of the deadliest flare-ups of the disease in nearly two decades. more
Think high testosterone means perfect health? Experts say it’s not that simple

The connection between testosterone and well-being is weaker than many people think. Although there are clear health connections, a higher testosterone level is not always the key to well ...

Think weekend drinking is safe? New study says otherwise

People may assume that if they drink lightly during the week or month, heavy drinking on the occasional Friday or Saturday may not cause their liver harm.

Your bedtime could be killing your heart — New study warns

An irregular bedtime in midlife may signal an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

Hidden danger in your diet: Excessive consumption of dietary salt linked to rising heart failure cases

Excessive consumption of dietary sodium (salt) is a significant, independent risk factor for new-onset heart failure, according to a report from Vanderbilt Health.

Ignoring sleep apnea? You could be increasing your risk of death, experts say

New research to be presented at the European Congress on Obesity 2026 (ECO 2026, Istanbul, Turkey, May 12–15) reveals that individuals living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) face ...

Faster than ever: New test detects UTI treatment in same day

Scientists say a rapid test that identifies which antibiotics will work for urinary tract infections by testing directly from urine samples could allow same-day prescribing and reduce unn ...

Forget old diet rules — AHA reveals new heart-healthy eating guide for 2026

More than half of adults and about 60% of children in the U.S. have unhealthy diets, which can contribute to higher rates of health factors such as high blood pressure and obesity, and le ...

Too much sitting? Experts raise heart health alarm

Too much sitting has quietly emerged as one of the most common threats to heart health in the United States.

Think longer workouts are enough? This one change could save your life, study finds

People who get just a few minutes of vigorous activity daily are less likely to develop eight major diseases, including arthritis, heart disease and dementia, according to research publis ...