Radiation can be tough on the gut. It harms the cells that line the intestines, causing a chain reaction of problems. One of the main issues is pyroptosis, a process where cells self-destruct. At the same time, the body tries to clean up the damage through mitophagy, which removes broken parts of ce
A recent court decision has put a halt to the Trump administration's plan to cut funding for a major pediatric group. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) was set to lose nearly $12 million in grants, but a federal judge intervened. The judge found that the U. S. Department of Health and Human S
A big food company is taking back a lot of frozen tater tots. Why? Because some bags might have tiny, hard plastic bits in them. This isn't good news for anyone who loves this crispy snack. The company, McCain Foods, started this recall on December 3, 2025. They did it on their own, without being f
Stephen Pearcy, the frontman of the famous band Ratt, recently opened up about his health struggles. He shared his story on a podcast, talking about his close encounters with serious health issues. Pearcy, now 69, revealed that he was diagnosed with liver cancer back in 2018. He has been cancer-free
Sydney Towle, a 26-year-old social media influencer, recently shared her personal journey with cancer and infertility. She revealed that she was diagnosed with a rare form of bile duct cancer at the age of 23. This diagnosis came with a tough choice: start chemotherapy immediately or take time to fr
High myopia is a serious eye condition. It causes extreme nearsightedness. Researchers are trying to figure out what causes it. They looked at lifestyle habits and certain chemicals in the blood. Their goal was to find a link between these factors and high myopia. They used a special method called
Researchers dug into a big question: Does it matter if you take your blood pressure medicine at night or in the morning? They looked at lots of studies to see how it affects heart health. Taking blood pressure pills at night might be better for some people. It could lower the risk of heart problems
Men with breast cancer often feel left out. They struggle to find health information that speaks to them. Most health info is made for women. This can make men feel ignored and confused. Men with breast cancer have unique needs. They want info that fits their lives. They need to know about treatmen
Every day, people unknowingly expose themselves to a mix of harmful substances. These toxins lurk in everyday items like food, water, and cosmetics. Over time, they build up in the body, causing health issues. The idea is simple: the body has natural ways to clean itself, but modern life overloads t
Healthcare is always looking for ways to get better. One big challenge is fighting infections. A recent project is trying to make this easier. It's all about using smart technology to help hospitals and clinics respond faster and smarter to infections. The plan is to create tools that can be used i
