Loneliness, Social Isolation Impact Brain Health Among Women Entering Menopause

Loneliness can impact a woman’s brain health as she begins menopause, a new study says.

Loneliness and social isolation are both linked to the cognitive decline a woman feels as she begins to transition into menopause, researchers recently reported in the journal Menopause.

Further, women experiencing both loneliness a...

Poor Hearing Makes It Harder For Blind Folks To Navigate

Poor hearing can dramatically impact a blind person’s ability to navigate and move around in their daily life, a new study says.

People who’ve gone blind can still use hearing to help them avoid obstacles and reach destinations.

But blind people who also have experienced hearing loss have more difficulty perceiving and lo...

Other People's Opinions Can Shape How You Feel About Pain, Mental Challenges

You’re waiting for a vaccination. The person ahead of you stumbles out, groaning about how painful the shot was.

Could hearing that make your own injection hurt worse?

Yes, a new study says.

What others say about an experience – be it a vaccination, or a job interview, or a college course – can shape how it ac...

Exercise Promotes Release Of Brain-Boosting Protein, Study Shows

It’s long been known that exercise improves a person’s brain health – and researchers now think they better understand at least one of the factors at play.

Just one 15-minute session of aerobic exercise floods the brain with brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein known to support the health of new and existin...

One-Third Of U.S. Parents Worried Their Young Driver Could Cause A Car Crash

Many U.S. parents are worried that their teen or young adult is going to cause a wreck through their unsafe driving, a new survey says.

About 1 in 3 parents worry that their young driver could cause a motor vehicle accident, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s...

Medical Debt Forces Many to Skip Essential Health Care

People who’ve racked up medical debt are more likely to skip health care that could prevent future illnesses, a new study reports.

Folks weighed down by hospital and doctor bills are much more likely to delay medical, dental and mental health care, researchers reported in the Journal of General Internal Medicine.

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Why You And Your Pooch Share Similar Reactions to Life

Dogs and their people are more alike than you might expect.

A study of golden retrievers has identified genetic clues that explain why some pooches are more rambunctious, anxious or aggressive than others — and these same genes play a role in anxiety, depression and intelligence in people.

"The findings are really striking," sa...

How to Gauge Your Personal Risk For a Hernia

If you’re carrying extra weight, smoke, or have a cough or sneeze that won’t go away, you may be at higher risk for a condition many people don’t think about: A hernia.

Your risk is even higher if you’ve ever had abdominal surgery or have a medical condition that causes fluid to build up there, according to the Nati...

Bad News for Multitaskers: Your Brain Can’t Really Do It

Think you’re great at multitasking? Answering texts, listening to a podcast and finishing work at the same time?

Your brain may disagree.

A new study out of Germany suggests that people can’t truly do two tasks at once, even after lots of practice. Instead, the brain quickly switches between tasks, which can still slow pe...

Study Finds 'Forever Chemicals' on California Fruits and Vegetables

Some fruits and vegetables grown in California may carry traces of pesticides known as PFAS, sometimes called “forever chemicals,” according to a new analysis.

Researchers with the Environmental Working Group (EWG) reviewed state testing data and found PFAS pesticide residues in 348 of 930 produce samples — 37% of those t...

About 3,000 Wayfair Dressers Recalled Over Child Tip-Over Risk

About 3,000 dressers sold online are being recalled because they can tip over and seriously injure a child, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns.

The recall affects 17 Stories Furniture 14-drawer dressers sold on Wayfair.com, according to a notice issued March 12.

Officials say the dressers are unstable if they ar...

Microsoft Unveils AI Health Tool That Can Read Medical Records

Microsoft is rolling out a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed to help people manage their health.

The feature, called Copilot Health, works inside the company’s Copilot app and can provide personalized health advice using a user’s medical data, if the user chooses to share it.

With permission, the tool can rev...

Fertility Treatments Aren't Linked To Added Cancer Risk For Women, Study Concludes

Fertility treatments don’t make women more likely to develop cancer, a new study has concluded.

Women undergoing medically assisted reproduction have no higher overall risk of invasive cancer than other women, researchers reported this week in JAMA Network Open.

However, there are some differences based on specific can...

Ultra-Processed Foods Bad For Bone Health, Researchers Say

“That stuff will make your teeth rot.”

For decades, parents have tried to steer kids away from junk food with that simple warning.

It turns out such food is bad for your bones as well, a new study says.

People who eat more ultra-processed foods tend to have lower bone density and a higher risk of hip fractures, rese...

Younger Stroke Survivors Face Unique Mental Health Hurdles

While a stroke is often seen as a condition affecting the elderly, new research shows younger survivors are navigating a silent crisis of mental health and cognitive struggle.

University of Florida researchers warn that while stroke rates are rising among adults under 50, the health care system is failing to provide the specialized support...

AI-Generated Meal Plans For Dieting Teens Could Be Harmful, Study Warns

Many teens are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to help them lose weight by crafting meal plans for dieting.

But a new study warns that those plans are more likely to lead to malnutrition and eating disorders rather than healthy weight loss.

Researchers found that AI-generated meal plans tend to underestimate the nece...

There's One Simple Way Cancer Patients Can Ward Off 'Chemo Brain,' Study Finds

Cancer patients often speak of “chemo brain” – the brain fog that occurs in some while undergoing chemotherapy.

A new study suggests that exercise might help thwart chemo brain, helping people with cancer stay mentally sharp and better able to handle daily tasks.

Patients following a specially crafted exercise plan ...

Experts Weigh in on Digital Health Wearables for Neurological Health

The fitness tracker on your wrist or the smart ring on your finger can do more than just count your steps. 

These fast-evolving gadgets are becoming valuable tools for managing complex brain and nerve disorders, according to new guidance from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN).

For years, neurologists relied on what patient...

Pediatric Allergy Specialist: Feed Babies Allergenic Foods Earlier, Not Later

In January 2026, the U.S. Department of Agriculture released new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030.

Its main message is to promote diets that include whole foods high in protein and full-fat dairy while minimizing ultra-processed foods. As a pediatric allergist/immunologist, I am pleased to see the inclusion of food a...

Doctors Warn Patients To Research Cosmetic Surgery Providers Before Getting Work Done

A group representing thousands of U.S. plastic surgeons is urging patients to carefully research cosmetic procedures after an investigation raised safety concerns about some surgery chains.

The warning follows a joint investigation by KFF Health News and NBC News that looked into allegations of serious injuries and deaths...