Wildfire Smoke During Pregnancy May Raise Autism Risk, Study Finds
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 21, 2026 — Women who breathe wildfire smoke during pregnancy, especially in late stages, may put their offspring at greater risk of autism,…
Some Popular Bottled Waters Contain Unregulated Chemicals, Researchers Say
TUESDAY, Jan. 20, 2026 — Reaching for a bottle of water may feel like the safest way to stay hydrated. But new research suggests bottled…
Finally explained: Why kidney disease is so deadly for the heart
Scientists have uncovered why people with chronic kidney disease so often die from heart problems: damaged kidneys release tiny particles into the bloodstream that actively…
Scientists identify hidden protein interaction driving Parkinson’s disease
Researchers have identified a key molecular interaction that accelerates Parkinson’s disease by damaging the brain’s energy systems. They designed a new treatment that intercepts this…
HHS Announces New Study of Cellphone Radiation and Health
TUESDAY, Jan. 20, 2026 — U.S. health officials plan a new study investigating whether radiation from cellphones may affect human health. A spokesperson for the…
Agriculture Secretary Says Healthy Meals Can Cost $3, Critics Say It’s Not That Simple
TUESDAY, Jan. 20, 2026 — Can Americans really eat healthy for just $3 a meal? That question is sparking debate after Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins…
Major review finds no autism or ADHD risk from pregnancy Tylenol
A major new scientific review brings reassuring news for expectant parents: using acetaminophen, commonly known as Tylenol, during pregnancy does not increase a child’s risk…
A “dormant” brain protein turns out to be a powerful switch
Scientists at Johns Hopkins have uncovered a surprising new way to influence brain activity by targeting a long-mysterious class of proteins linked to anxiety, schizophrenia,…
As Forests Shrink, Mosquitoes Are Turning to Humans for Blood
MONDAY, Jan. 19, 2026 — As people cut deeper into Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, mosquitoes may be changing who they bite, and a new study suggests…
New Coffee Chemicals Show Promise for Managing Type 2 Diabetes
MONDAY, Jan. 19, 2026 — Coffee may do more than boost energy. New research suggests that certain compounds found in roasted coffee beans could help…