A weak body clock may be an early warning for dementia
Your daily rhythm may matter more for brain health than previously thought. Older adults with weaker, more disrupted activity patterns were far more likely to…
‘Forever Chemicals’ Common in Cosmetics, but FDA Says Safety Data Are Scant
SATURDAY, Jan. 3, 2026 — Federal regulators have released a mandated report regarding the presence of “forever chemicals” in makeup and skincare products. Forever chemicals…
Scientists tested intermittent fasting without eating less and found no metabolic benefit
Time-restricted eating has been widely promoted as a simple way to boost metabolic health, but new research paints a more complicated picture. When calorie intake…
Age does not stop nerve healing after spinal cord injury
As spinal cord injuries increasingly affect older adults, new research reveals a surprising pattern in recovery. The study shows that aging does not appear to…
Holiday Flu Surge Drives Record Illness Across the United States
FRIDAY, Jan. 2, 2026 — The holiday season brought a massive spike in influenza cases across the U.S. New data from the U.S. Centers for…
Popular Dog Treats Recalled in 7 States Over Salmonella Risk
FRIDAY, Jan. 2, 2026 — Dog owners in seven states are being warned to check their pantries after a recall was issued for certain dog…
Tatiana Schlossberg, Environmental Journalist and JFK’s Granddaughter, Dies at 35
FRIDAY, Jan. 2, 2026 — Tatiana Schlossberg, an environmental journalist and the granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, has died after a battle with…
Cosmetic Surgery Chains Use Misleading Ads to Market Risky Procedures, Experts Say
FRIDAY, Jan. 2, 2026 — Glossy social media ads promising “lunchtime fat removal” and “freckle-sized” scars draw thousands of patients to cosmetic surgery chains. But…
One Treatment Is Better For Women With Clogged Arteries, Study Finds
FRIDAY, Jan. 2, 2026 — The best treatment for clogged arteries might be different for women than men, a new study says. Females with heart…
This tiny nerve may help keep the heart young
A new study suggests the vagus nerve may be one of the heart’s most important defenders against aging. Researchers found that keeping this nerve connected…