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Blood test flags digestive disease risk years before symptoms appear

Canadian researchers say a blood test measuring immune response to gut bacteria could help predict Crohn’s disease years before diagnosis.

Simple daily habit may help ease depression more than medication, researchers say

A review of recent studies suggests exercise may treat depression as effectively as therapy or antidepressants, offering an accessible mental health treatment option.

RFK Jr reshapes CDC vaccine panel with new OB-GYN appointments

RFK Jr. reshaped CDC's vaccine panel with new appointees, sparking debate over childhood immunization policy changes and vaccine safety recommendations.

Sleep patterns could predict risk for dementia, cancer and stroke, study suggests

A Stanford AI model trained on nearly 600,000 hours of sleep data can assess future risk for dementia, heart disease and more using one night of sleep, researchers say.

Researchers locked flu patients in a hotel with healthy adults — no one got sick

Groundbreaking flu transmission study reveals zero infections despite close contact between healthy volunteers and flu-positive students for two weeks.

What are GLP-3s? Meet the new generation of weight-loss drugs with three key ingredients

Clinical trials show retatrutide, Eli Lilly's new triple-agonist drug, delivered 24.2% weight loss in 48 weeks and the improvement of other conditions in longer studies.

Missing sleep may take a hidden toll on your brain and longevity, research reveals

New research reveals poor sleep shortens life more than diet or exercise. Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen shares what happens to the brain with inadequate sleep.

Study reveals why chewing gum might actually help with focus and stress relief

Brain imaging studies shed light on why humans have chewed gum for 8,000 years with research showing chewing activates regions tied to attention and stress regulation.

Doctor reveals what 30 days without alcohol does to the brain and body amid Dry January

Experts explain how Dry January can transform your health in 30 days. Learn about the benefits of taking an alcohol break and what happens to your body.

How much red meat is too much? Experts weigh in on food pyramid updates

New dietary guidelines spark debate as experts weigh benefits and risks of increased saturated fat recommendations from health professionals nationwide.

Nutrition experts react to new food pyramid, and more of this week's biggest health stories

Conversation starters, A-lister health reveals, healthy living hacks and medical cautions: Here's what you missed in Fox Health news this week

Weight-loss experts predict 5 major treatment changes likely to emerge in 2026

Weight-loss experts reveal their major predictions for 2026, from advanced GLP-1 treatments to AI-driven personalized therapy and minimally invasive procedures.

Food pyramid faces scrutiny as Ben Carson reveals why Americans don't have to eat meat

The revamped food pyramid faces scrutiny, as USDA's National Nutrition Advisor Dr. Ben Carson says Americans don’t need to eat meat to stay healthy.

Deadly cancer risk could drop with single 10-minute workout, study suggests

Newcastle University researchers discover exercise rapidly alters blood chemistry to support DNA repair in colon cancer cells. Even brief activity may help.

Health experts react as Andrew Huberman backs Trump admin’s new food pyramid

HHS has unveiled an inverted food pyramid prioritizing meat and fats over grains, as health experts such as Dr. Andrew Huberman share feedback on the new guidelines.

Popular intermittent fasting diets may not deliver the health benefits many expect

New study suggests intermittent fasting may not deliver promised health benefits beyond weight loss, challenging beliefs about time-restricted eating.

Little-known prescription pill is helping Americans drink less alcohol

Struggling with alcohol cravings? Naltrexone targets the brain's reward center to minimize drinking urges and reduce harmful binge-drinking behaviors.

Measles outbreak explodes in South Carolina; multiple people hospitalized as cases surpass 200

South Carolina reported 26 new measles cases since Friday, bringing the total number of cases in the latest outbreak to 211. Some people were exposed in schools or churches.

More Americans may be classified as obese under new definition, study suggests

New obesity criteria that add waist and body fat measures to BMI could classify nearly 70% of U.S. adults as obese, according to a new study.

Your sleep and activity patterns may reveal hidden brain health risk, study suggests

A new study finds that sleep timing is linked to dementia risk, as people with weak circadian rhythms face a 2.5 times higher risk of developing cognitive decline.

Common pain relievers may raise heart disease and stroke risk, doctors warn

Common OTC painkillers like ibuprofen may increase heart attack and stroke risk. Learn which medications pose the greatest cardiovascular danger.

Flu hospitalizations hit all-time weekly high in densely populated state, officials warn

New York reports record flu hospitalizations and cases, with a rise of nearly 1,000 in a single week. Health experts urge immediate vaccination as a new variant spreads.

CDC slashes childhood vaccine schedule in unprecedented overhaul following pandemic trust issues

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cuts childhood vaccine recommendations from 18 to 11 diseases as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addresses declining vaccination adherence.

Elon Musk shares plan to mass-produce brain implants for paralysis, neurological disease

Elon Musk announces Neuralink brain implants will enter "high-volume" production by 2026, helping paralyzed patients control devices with thought.

Not all cancers should be treated right away, medical experts say — here's why

Some cancers may not require immediate treatment, from prostate cancer to thyroid tumors. Medical experts share when "watchful waiting" may be the best approach.