Health

Florida recorded its first confirmed dengue fever death of 2026 earlier this month, according to the Florida Department of Health.Gay Small of Hillsborough County died on Sept. 4 — her 80th birthday — from complications of a dengue infection, including septic shock and multi-organ failure, after she was bitten by a mosquito near her home on Bayshore Boulevard, the Tampa Bay Times reported."Cheated, just, you know, it’s so unfair because […]

When women ask their doctors about taking testosterone to help with menopause symptoms, they can run into insurance rejections, confusing workarounds and dosing guesswork, as no testosterone product is FDA-approved for women in the U.S.On Thursday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) convened a public workshop to examine the evidence, safety and research gaps surrounding testosterone therapy for menopausal women.Interest in testosterone therapy has grown as more women seek treatment […]

Kim Kardashian is opening up about a new health diagnosis that hits close to home.In a new trailer for "The Kardashians," the reality star, 45, revealed that she has esophagitis, which is inflammation of the esophagus.The diagnosis held a particular significance given that her father, Robert Kardashian Sr., died of esophageal cancer in 2003 at age 59.ALCOHOL TIED TO SURPRISING CANCER DEATH PATTERN IN ADULTS UNDER 55, RESEARCHERS FINDIn the […]

When it comes to getting a facelift, timing may be everything.Going under the knife too soon could mean having surgery before it’s necessary — but waiting too long can also backfire, according to celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow.During an episode of Josh Peck’s podcast, "Good Guys," the Beverly Hills-based surgeon said some women are jumping the gun and getting the procedure too soon.CHEAP SURGERY OVERSEAS MAY COME WITH DEVASTATING […]

Exhaustion has become the default state for a vast majority of Americans.Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics shows that more than seven in 10 U.S. adults experience fatigue over any given three-month period — a drain that public health officials say is taking a heavy toll on work and daily life.The report, based on the 2024 National Health Interview Survey of roughly […]

A popular global fitness competition is changing its rules after an explosive incident at a Sept. 12 competition.Australian professional athlete Joanna Wietrzyk won the race at HYROX Beijing — but the victory did not come without struggle.During the race, Wietrzyk experienced fecal incontinence but continued competing. Despite the incident, judges and officials did not instruct her to stop, prompting concerns about potential health and safety risks for other competitors.'A WIN […]

Commonly used osteoporosis drugs were linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia in a large study of older adults.Among a group of 121,492 adults age 60 or older, the use of nitrogen-containing bisphosphonates (NBP) was associated with a 16% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias compared to those who did not take osteoporosis medications.The risk was 24% less compared to people […]

A cluster of rare cancer diagnoses has sparked concern and prompted environmental testing in Ladera Ranch, California, although state health officials say no specific cause has been identified.At least six children in the area have been diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma, according to federal officials and local reporting.This exceptionally rare cancer, which forms in the bone or nearby soft tissue, primarily occurs in adolescents and young adults, per the National Cancer […]

A commonly used drug has been linked to a higher risk of death in a new study.The antibiotic, cefepime, which is used to treat bacterial infections like pneumonia, UTIs and skin infections, is typically administered via injection by healthcare providers in a clinical setting.Severe side effects may include confusion, decreased consciousness or seizures, especially in older patients and those with kidney problems, among many other common symptoms, according to Mayo […]