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May 16, 2025
Florida has passed a new law banning fluoride from public water. Governor Ron DeSantis says people should have the choice to use fluoride and not be forced to get it through their tap water. Supporters of the ban worry about possible health risks...
Working long hours could be changing how your brain works, according to a new study from South Korea. Researchers looked at brain scans of healthcare workers and found changes in key brain areas among those who worked more than 52 hours a week....
May 15, 2025
A new study suggests that living near a golf course may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease. Researchers found that people who lived within one to three miles of a golf course had higher odds of developing the disease. The risk was higher...
You may have heard the claim that beards are dirtier than toilets, but experts say that’s simply not true. Beards, like all skin and hair, naturally harbor bacteria, most of which are harmless. As long as you keep your facial hair clean,...
May 14, 2025
The FDA has approved the first at-home cervical cancer screening test, known as the Teal Wand. The test allows women to collect a sample at home with a swab, offering a less invasive alternative to a traditional pelvic exam. The test detects HPV, a...
Using a gas stove at home could raise your cancer risk, especially in smaller or poorly ventilated spaces. A new study found that gas stoves can release benzene, a chemical that causes cancer. This gas can travel throughout the home, accumulating in...
May 13, 2025
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order to lower prescription drug prices in the U.S. The plan would force drug companies to give Americans the same discounted prices they provide in other countries If companies fail to comply, the...
May 12, 2025
Okra water is the latest health trend on TikTok, with claims that it may help regulate blood sugar, support gut health, and aid in weight management. To make it, people soak raw okra pods in water overnight and drink the infused water the next day....
May 10, 2025
Cinnamon is widely regarded as a healthy spice, but in supplement form, it may interfere with certain medications. A new study found that high doses of cinnamon may cause the body to metabolize some medications more quickly, reducing their...
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