Heart muscles growing too thick is a big problem. It's called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or HCM for short. It's not just one thing causing it. Genes, where you live, how you live, and what you're around can all play a part. Scientists have been digging into this for a while. They know one gene, M
The Gates Foundation Trust made some major moves in its investment portfolio during the third quarter of 2025. The total value of its investments dropped from $47. 78 billion to $36. 58 billion. This was mainly because they sold off a big chunk of their Microsoft shares, reducing their stake by a hu
A dangerous parasite, the New World screwworm, has been a concern for cats and other animals. This fly's larvae can burrow into open wounds, causing serious harm. Recently, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took a big step. They allowed a drug called Credelio CAT to be used in an emergenc
Dancing with the Stars has always been a show that captures the hearts of viewers. The freestyle dances in the finals are a big deal. They are longer and not tied to any specific dance style. This means the celebrities and their pro partners can get really creative. The show has seen a surge in popu
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its website to reflect a significant change in its position on vaccines and autism. This shift comes after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the agency to revise its language. Kennedy, a promin
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the current Health Secretary, has made some big changes to the CDC's website. He told The New York Times that he personally asked for these changes. The CDC used to say that vaccines don't cause autism. Now, the website says that this statement isn't based on solid evidence.
Wisconsin's health department has openly disagreed with the CDC's recent statements about vaccines and autism. This disagreement brings back an old, debunked idea that vaccines might cause autism. The health department's leader, Kirsten Johnson, strongly criticized the CDC for spreading false inform
The CDC has updated its stance on vaccines and autism, sparking debate. The agency now says a link cannot be ruled out, a shift from its previous position. This change aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's views on vaccine dangers. However, CDC scientists insist no changes were made
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been making waves with his "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) initiative. Recently, he was celebrated at a high-profile event in Washington, where he received praise from the vice president and top tech executives. Yet, not everyone is happy with the direction MAHA is taki
Mark Cuban has some strong opinions about healthcare. He recently spent nearly an hour talking about drug prices. This was supposed to be a short chat for a podcast. But Cuban had a lot to say. He's not holding back. Cuban wants to make big changes in healthcare. He's got ideas about how to make th
