Phil Collins, now 75, has shared some personal health updates. He mentioned having a live-in nurse to help manage his medication. This comes after years of health struggles, including five knee surgeries. Phil talked about these challenges in a recent interview with BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball. He also
In the southern U. S. , young women often face hurdles when it comes to making their own choices about birth control. A recent study shed light on this issue by looking at how different people in their lives influence these decisions. The study focused on young women, both Black and White, and how t
BioStem Technologies has just made a big move in the world of advanced wound care. They've bought the surgical and wound care business from BioTissue, a company known for its work in regenerative healing. This deal brings BioStem a whole new set of products, like Neox® and Clarix®, and a team of sal
In Taiwan, the suicide of a well-known figure, Chiung Yao, sparked a lot of media attention. This event led researchers to look into how such coverage affects people's actions. They wanted to see if it changed suicide rates or attempts. They gathered data from Taiwan's National Suicide Surveillance
North Carolina made a bold move. It cleared medical debt for 2. 5 million people. This happened because of a deal with all 99 hospitals in the state. They agreed to cancel old debts and offer discounts to those who qualify. Dawn Daly-Mack, a nurse from Gaston, got a surprise. She found a letter in
Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert have shared their emotional journey of becoming parents. Their story begins with a health scare that put Erbert's life at risk. She had surgery to replace a large part of her skull. This was a big deal, but she made it through. After that, they wanted to start a family.
A concerning situation has unfolded in Virginia, where three young girls have gone missing from a behavioral health facility. The incident, which occurred on a recent Sunday morning, has sparked a search effort involving local authorities and concerned family members. The girls, identified as Forev
Worcester City Council is pushing back against health rules that limit new tobacco shops. They want the public health board to relax a rule that stops new tobacco stores from opening within 500 feet of existing ones. This rule was put in place to stop underage smoking and prevent tobacco shops from
AI is stepping up to help doctors spot osteoporosis. This is a sneaky condition that weakens bones. It often goes unnoticed until a fracture happens. Now, AI tools are being tested to find osteoporosis earlier. These tools look at regular scans, like those for lung or heart issues. They check for bo
People often wonder how to improve their health. Some say drink more water. Others suggest walking more. But what if these habits are not enough? Let's look at some unusual but effective habits. First, think about water. Most people believe drinking eight glasses a day is enough. But new research s
