Stroke can happen to anyone. An expert explains how to spot the signs and act fast

Researchers from Aarhus University have identified why the gene APOE4 carries a significantly higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease—a major breakthrough for possible treatment. The study also proves, for the first time, that brain cells can change their "diet" as we age. The findings are published in the journal Nature Metabolism.

A new survey-based study from Northwestern University, which examined the diets of parents across every Chicago neighborhood, has found that parental intake of omega-3 fatty acids falls below recommended levels, with women consuming even lower amounts of omega-3 fatty acids than men. This deficiency may have direct negative effects on children's health.

The proportion of women presenting to Australian general practice with endometriosis almost doubled between 2011 and 2021, according to a new study by Monash University's SPHERE Center of Research Excellence.

Type 2 diabetes (T2D), once considered an adult-onset disease, is increasing at alarming rates in children and adolescents. Before the mid-1990s, just 1% to 2% of youth with diabetes had T2D. Today, that number has skyrocketed to between 24% and 45%, with the average age of diagnosis hovering around 13 years old.

In a finding set to change the way disease is monitored, Chandra Mohan, an international expert and pioneer in lupus research at the University of Houston, is reporting that urine samples can indicate lupus nephritis in a noninvasive manner, without the need for repeat and painful renal biopsies.

A new University of Helsinki analyzed life-course data from over 10,000 individuals aged 50 and above across 28 European countries. The findings suggest that those with a religious upbringing tend to enjoy better physical health in later life and report fewer difficulties with daily activities such as dressing or washing.

Any parent will tell you that raising a child isn't easy. While the experience can be filled with joy and love and fulfillment, emotional, financial and marital stress will present challenges to any family.

They've become as ubiquitous on British high streets as coffee shops—bubble tea outlets offering their Instagram-worthy drinks in countless flavor combinations. The Taiwanese beverage, a blend of black tea, milk, sugar and chewy tapioca pearls, has gained global popularity since its origins in the 1980s. But recent findings suggest this trendy drink may warrant closer scrutiny.

Have you ever tossed and turned under a full moon and wondered if its glow was keeping you awake? For generations, people have believed that the moon has the power to stir up sleepless nights and strange behavior—even madness itself. The word "lunacy" comes directly from luna, Latin for moon.

When learning about the effects of spaceflight on human health, you typically will hear about the dangers of radiation, bone density loss and changes in eyesight. While these long-term risks are important, a less frequently discussed concern is motion sickness.

Whether it's taking a trip to Disneyland or sharing a meal with a loved one, fulfilling a "bucket list" wish near the end of life offers more than fleeting joy. A new study from The University of Texas at Arlington finds it can also improve well-being, strengthen family bonds and bring a sense of peace.

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths for males and females. Screening for colorectal cancer is an effective strategy to reduce morbidity and mortality. The evidence-based guidance statement from the American College of Physicians (ACP) supports colorectal cancer screening in asymptomatic average risk adults aged 50–75.

Many college students are experimenting with nicotine pouches, which could lead to an increase in young people dependent on the highly addictive chemical, new research suggests.

More than 3,000 people in Britain have sued Johnson & Johnson, claiming its baby powder caused cancer, according to court filings.

Retail pharmacies are in crisis. Over the past four years, the three largest drugstore chains—CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens—have closed almost 3,000 locations nationwide, according to the 2025 Economic Report on U.S. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers.

A common saying in sport is: "Father Time is undefeated."

New guidelines on what to eat and drink if you have chronic (long-term) constipation have been making news in recent days.

More than 91,000 pounds of frozen breakfast burritos and wraps distributed to food service institutions nationwide have been recalled due to possible Listeria contamination.