Social media is flooded with pictures of food, especially unhealthy snacks and fast food. This constant exposure can make people eat more of these unhealthy options. But what if a celebrity is in the picture? Does that change anything? Researchers wanted to find out if seeing a celebrity in a food
The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis is more than just a research center; it's a beacon of hope for millions. It all started with a promise to Marc Buoniconti, who was left paralyzed after a football injury. His father, Nick Buoniconti, refused to accept that paralysis was untreatable. This determina
Childhood obesity is a serious issue. It's not just about how someone looks or feels now. It can have long-term effects on health. One big concern is how it affects the liver. Specifically, it might lead to a condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). This is
Gut health might be the key to tackling a common liver condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). This condition is quite widespread, and it seems that an imbalance in gut bacteria plays a role in its development and worsening. A recent study explored a unique tr
The COVID-19 vaccine was said to be 95% effective. But what does that really mean? It turns out, the number is not as straightforward as it seems. The 95% figure is based on relative risk reduction. When you look at absolute risk reduction, the picture changes. The actual reduction in risk for the a
Long COVID is a big problem for many people. It can stick around long after the initial infection. So, finding ways to prevent it is super important. Researchers looked at 31 studies to see if vaccines help. They found that getting vaccinated, even just the basic doses, can lower the chances of get
Texas just made a big move against Pfizer. They settled a lawsuit for $41. 5 million. This was about a medicine called Quillivant XR. It's used to treat ADHD in kids. The issue? Tests showed the drug didn't work as it should. It didn't dissolve in the body. But the company kept saying it was fine.
UnityPoint Health recently gave a tour of their newly renovated cancer center. This upgrade is a big deal for the community. It shows how health care facilities are always trying to improve. The center now has better technology and more comfortable spaces. This is important because cancer treatment
Lung cancer screening guidelines might be missing a lot of people who need them. Right now, rules say only certain adults can get yearly CT scans. But a new study shows that this leaves out most people with lung cancer. Only about one-third would even qualify for these life-saving scans. Take Carla
The first hint of a problem came through a quick message. Last December, a sister in Houston reached out to her sibling in Washington. Their 78-year-old father had taken a wrong turn while driving to a medical check-up. The sister hesitated to call him, knowing he would be upset about being tracked.
