Only one workout helped older adults lose fat without losing muscle
A six-month study of more than 120 adults in their 70s found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may offer a key advantage over other forms…
Common pesticide linked to more than double the risk of Parkinson’s disease
Scientists at UCLA have linked long-term exposure to the pesticide chlorpyrifos with a sharply increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. People exposed to the chemical near…
Massive study links teen marijuana use to double the risk of serious mental illness
Teens who use cannabis may face a substantially greater risk of developing serious mental health conditions, including psychotic and bipolar disorders, according to a study…
New vitamin B12 therapy shows promise against deadly brain cancer
Researchers have identified a vitamin B12–based compound that can cross the blood-brain barrier and home in on glioblastoma tumors. In animal studies, the compound accumulated…
Scientists discover what triggers belly fat as we age
Aging may trigger the appearance of specialized stem cells that supercharge the body’s ability to create new belly fat. The discovery reveals a potential biological…
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Transcript – Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda: 6/26/26
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Butter and margarine look similar but their chemistry changes everything
The battle between butter and margarine comes down to chemistry. Butter’s naturally occurring fats create rich flavors, golden browning, and flaky baked goods, while margarine’s…
Researchers discover why fructose doesn’t satisfy hunger like glucose
A new study found that fructose and glucose may look the same on a nutrition label, but the brain treats them very differently. In mice,…
Cancer Drug Shortage Renews Calls For Federal Action
FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — Cancer doctors across the United States are running short of essential generic chemotherapy drugs, and some fear the squeeze could…
Next-Generation Blood Test Improves Detection Of Aggressive Prostate Cancer
FRIDAY, June 26, 2026 — A next-generation blood test could improve early detection of the most dangerous forms of prostate cancer. “The major challenge in…