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A major government-commissioned review finds the steep increase in anxiety and depression among young people in England is real, driven by social pressures and overwhelmed services, and rejects claims of widespread overdiagnosis.
A Senate committee will vote on advancing Dr. Heidi Overton's nomination to lead the FDA.
A 10-minute indoor plant-watering session significantly reduced blood pressure and anxiety in older women compared to playing a computer game.
An observational study found menopausal hormone therapy significantly improved psychological symptoms like depression and anxiety.
Duke University researchers have developed an injectable biomaterial that, in mice, turned stroke-damaged brain cavities into scaffolds that spurred new blood vessel growth.
A September 2026 report highlights that while older pedestrians are not injured more often, they are significantly more likely to die from vehicle collisions.
Researchers have discovered that inflammation-driven RNA splicing errors trap liver cells in a dysfunctional state, preventing organ repair even after drinking stops.
A small trial at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin found CAR T-cell therapy substantially reduced disease activity in all six participants with severe rheumatoid arthritis.
A study published in August 2026 proposes a philosophical reframing of moral distress.
Jeff La Marca, 68, of Basking Ridge, NJ, was denied Medicare’s $50-per-month GLP-1 Bridge program because of severe obstructive sleep apnea, despite qualifying for the drug. The pilot, launched July, offers three weight-loss GLP-1s to eligible beneficiaries for 18 months.
Researchers at the University of Essex have developed microscopic medicines that could pave the way for new approaches to treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and motor neurone disease (MND).
Researchers found that abstaining mice had increased activity in a brain region associated with stress and addiction.
Exercise, stronger leg muscles, a healthier diet, and even modest weight loss can dramatically reduce stress on the knees and help keep pain in check.
A large systematic review and meta-analysis suggests that leisure-time exercise is associated with lower dementia risk, while occupational physical activity may increase the risk.
STAT, a leading healthcare publication, has launched a new initiative to address the crisis of trust in science, with a focus on exploring the origins of misinformation and promoting transparency and accountability in scientific institutions.
The American Cancer Society has canceled its upcoming Wine and Spirits Industry's Gala, citing a need to align events with its mission and prevention guidance.
A recent CDC report highlights a significant increase in hospital visits due to cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, a condition characterized by nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain in frequent marijuana users.
A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that the United States is not making progress in managing arthritis pain, with nearly 60% of adults with the condition experiencing moderate to severe joint pain.
The first-night effect is a phenomenon where people experience difficulty sleeping in a new environment, often due to evolutionary adaptations that keep the brain vigilant in unfamiliar surroundings. Sleep specialists attribute this effect to the brain's natural response to potential threats, which can be exacerbated by anxiety and other factors.