The Trump administration recently introduced updated dietary guidelines that include a fresh take on alcohol consumption. Dr. Mehmet Oz, heading the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid, shared his thoughts on the matter. He suggested that alcohol can serve as a "social lubricant, " fostering connections
The UConn men's basketball team is gearing up for a tough game against Providence. They are not happy with their recent performance. Despite winning, they played poorly against Marquette. Coach Dan Hurley said they were lucky to win. The team is now focused on improving. Hurley wants the players to
In a surprising move, the House of Representatives took a big step toward extending health insurance subsidies that expired last month. These subsidies, part of the Affordable Care Act, help about 22 million people afford their health insurance. The vote was close, with 221 in favor and 205 against
Chemicals called PFAS are everywhere. They are in our water, food, and even the air. These chemicals are known as endocrine disruptors. This means they mess with the body's hormones. They can cause problems for growing kids, especially in the first two years of life. One way babies get these chemic
Josh Jacobs, the Green Bay Packers' standout running back, is finally feeling like himself again. After struggling with a knee injury for nearly two months, Jacobs is optimistic about his performance in the upcoming NFC Wild Card game against the Chicago Bears. The Packers are hoping that a healthy
Energy poverty is a big deal. It's not just about having lights at night. It's about health, the environment, and making sure everyone has a fair shot at a good life. For kids under five in some of the world's poorest countries, it's a serious problem. They're breathing in dirty air from cooking fir
Gainesville and Alachua County have a packed schedule for January 2026, offering a mix of literary events, historical lectures, music festivals, and theatrical performances. The month kicks off with a celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday at The Lynx Books, featuring guest author Lauren Groff
Clozapine is a powerful drug used to treat certain mental health conditions. However, it's known to cause problems like diabetes and heart disease. A recent study looked at how this drug affects the heart health of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. The study found that a large number of pe
Pancreatic fat is becoming a big deal in health. With more people struggling with obesity and metabolic issues, doctors need better ways to check fat levels without surgery. A new method uses special imaging to map fat in the pancreas. The goal is to do this quickly, in one breath, and get clear, us
Vitamin D is crucial for our health. It helps our bones and overall well-being. But many people don't get enough of it. In Portugal, this is a big problem. Experts call this lack of vitamin D "hypovitaminosis D. " It's common there and in many other places. Doctors measure vitamin D in the blood. T
