Korea has been dealing with tuberculosis (TB) for a long time. To understand how people feel about TB treatment, researchers looked at online questions asked from 2002 to 2024. They used a special kind of computer program called a large language model (LLM) to sort through all the data. People ofte
Breast cancer patients often struggle with feelings of sadness. This is a big problem. But what if there are ways to help them feel better? A recent study looked into this. It found that two things might make a big difference: spiritual well-being and hope. The study focused on patients in China. I
Employers are bracing for a significant hike in health care costs next year, with a median increase of 9 percent expected. This trend is largely driven by the rising use of GLP-1 drugs for obesity and diabetes, as well as the increasing prevalence and cost of cancer treatments. The survey, which inc
Plague, a disease that might sound like something from history books, has made a recent appearance in California. A person in South Lake Tahoe has tested positive for this bacterial infection, likely after a flea bite during a camping trip. This isn't an isolated case either; just last month, someon
Walmart has taken a big step to ensure customer safety by recalling certain frozen shrimp from stores in 13 states. The reason? Potential radioactive contamination. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found traces of Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in some shrimp imported from Indonesia. Th
Cancer can hide in the body for years, like a silent sleeper. Now, scientists have found that catching the flu or COVID-19 might wake these sleeping cancer cells up. This isn't just about feeling sick for a while. It's about how these viruses can cause trouble long after you're better. Researchers
Kids' diets might play a role in their eye health. A recent study looked at over 1, 000 children in Hong Kong. It found that kids who ate more omega-3 fatty acids had a lower chance of becoming short-sighted. Omega-3s are found in fish and other foods. The study showed that kids with the highest om
There's a big debate going on about whether young kids should get COVID shots. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says yes, especially for kids between 6 months and 2 years old. They think these kids are more likely to get really sick from COVID. But not everyone agrees. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Investors who bought shares of Hims & Hers Health between April 29, 2025, and June 23, 2025, have until August 25, 2025, to take part in a class action lawsuit. This deadline is crucial for those who want to recover losses from the company's alleged missteps. The legal action centers on claims that
Somalia is grappling with a serious diphtheria outbreak. Over 1, 600 cases and 87 deaths have been reported this year alone. This is a big jump from last year's numbers. The situation is made worse by a lack of vaccines and cuts in foreign aid. Diphtheria is a serious illness. It causes swollen gla
