CDC quietly changes vaccine and autism stance after years of controversy
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its website with a new stance on the potential link between vaccines and autism. The new wording on the CDC’s site…
Doctors reveal troubling signs in early flu trends, warn of ‘unusually bad’ season
This year’s flu season is already raising alarms among public health officials and infectious disease experts. According to the BBC, the U.K.’s National Health Service (NHS) has issued an “SOS”…
First-ever human case of rare bird flu strain confirmed in western US
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed that a resident of Grays Harbor County is the first person in the U.S. known to be infected with the H5N5…
Smoking just two cigarettes a day can wreak havoc on your heart, study shows
New research dismantles the long-held belief that smoking less means less harm. Scientists now say the body suffers significant cardiovascular damage from even low levels of smoking. Researchers from the…
Common spice may beat depression and boost sexual health, doctor says
One specific spice could function as a natural antidepressant, an expert says. Saffron, found in popular foods and drinks like paella and herbal teas, has shown promise for its ability…
‘Portfolio diet’ gains buzz for lowering cholesterol without medication, experts say
A plant-based eating plan known as the Portfolio Diet is gaining attention for its potential to lower cholesterol — and research suggests it may be as effective as some prescription…
Alzheimer’s scientists find key to halting brain decline before symptoms
Scientists may have found a way to stop Alzheimer’s damage before it starts — by “melting” the tiny protein clumps that are the early triggers of the disease. Alzheimer’s has…
Take a hike: Maine school trades detention for fresh air and exercise
A high school in Maine is ditching detention in favor of disciplinary hikes. As part of its “detention hikes” program, Morse High School in Bath, Maine, is offering students the…
Navy vet reveals the daily movement and nutrition habits that keep him fit after 35
A U.S. Navy veteran who’s broken seven world records says the key to staying strong and healthy as you age is consistency, recovery and smart training. At 38, Mike McCastle,…
Gut imbalance may be driving America’s food allergy epidemic, experts warn
With over 32 million Americans battling food allergies, health advocates and officials are looking for the root cause — which includes looking into microbiomes. The Food Allergy Fund (FAF) hosted…