A large review published in the medical journal The BMJ has found that taking calcium supplements, vitamin D supplements, or both together offers little to no meaningful benefit in preventing fractures or falls in most older adults. To examine the evidence, researchers in Canada reviewed data from...
Giving babies eggs early in life may help reduce their risk of developing egg allergies, especially for infants with eczema, according to a new study. The study, conducted by researchers from The University of Queensland and Murdoch Children's Research Institute, analyzed data from more than 7,200...
A new study suggests that doing a moderate amount of strength training every week may help people live longer, especially when it is combined with regular aerobic exercise such as walking, running, cycling, or swimming. Researchers analyzed data from three large long-term health studies involving...
A group of nutrition, metabolism, and eating behavior experts from across Europe has questioned the common belief that all ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are harmful to health. In a Perspective article published in the journal Science, researchers reviewed five clinical trials conducted in the US, UK,...
Completely removing sugar from your diet may not be as healthy as you think. A new study in mice suggests that eliminating sucrose, a common type of sugar, could have unexpected effects on gut health and metabolism. "This research may influence future dietary recommendations by emphasizing the importance...
A major new review published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition has looked at common beliefs about how much protein people need and the health benefits it provides. The study, titled Examining Widely Held Propositions on Human Dietary Protein Needs and Benefits, was based on an international...
Ukraine has officially made its first sales of medical cannabis products, which is a big step for the country's healthcare system since the new law allowing their medical use just came into effect.
Renault Group has teamed up with Thales to create a new military vehicle, marking the automaker's push into the defense arena as European countries ramp up military spending due to rising geopolitical tensions.
Seed Junky Genetics, known for its cannabis genetics and intellectual property, is breaking into the European medical cannabis scene, teaming up with Green Success Group to kick off operations in Germany and the UK.
A recent case report revealed that an 80-year-old woman with Alzheimer's disease showed improvements in her cognitive abilities after receiving several doses of psilocybin-containing mushrooms. The report, published in the journal Frontiers in late May, focused on a Japanese American woman who has...
Pregnant women in the United States are drinking alcohol more often than before, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The report, based on national survey data, found that about 15% of pregnant women reported consuming alcohol in the previous 30 days between...
Many women may not be choosing the most effective medicine for period cramps, according to a large study that analyzed supermarket purchase data. The study, published in PLOS Digital Health, examined shopping records from supermarkets in England between 2006 and 2015. The data showed that about half...
Many women exercise to lose weight, tone their bodies, or feel fitter. But recent research suggests that the true potential of weight resistance training may be far more valuable: a longer, healthier life. Notably, a study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that greater muscle strength is associated...
A large scientific review suggests that sleeping too little or too much may not significantly raise overall cancer risk, challenging long-held assumptions about the role of sleep in cancer development.
The White House says the Trump Administration's Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) drug pricing policy framework to address the major differences in drug prices and contributions to the pharmaceutical innovation enterprise across developed countries is expected to generate $529 billion in domestic savings in the next 10 years across all markets. The Trump Administration has so far reached voluntary MFN pr
A new Canadian study has found that social anxiety disorder (SAD) affects nearly one in seven adults, making it one of the country's most common mental health conditions. The findings, published in Psychiatry Research, showed that the number of people experiencing social anxiety has increased by 71%...
A new review suggests that music therapy may offer meaningful benefits for people living with neurological, psychiatric, and chronic health conditions, but its wider adoption in clinical practice continues to be limited by workforce shortages, inconsistent standards, and gaps in research.
Screens are now part of every childhood, but research continues to show that too much screen time can slow communication, attention, and daily living skills. A 2023 JAMA Pediatrics study found toddlers with more than an hour of daily screen exposures at age two struggled by age four. Outdoor play—even simple park time—helped offset these risks, especially for social skills.
In recognition of Brain Health Awareness Month, free brain health assessments are being offered throughout June. The invitation is designed to encourage adults, particularly those aged 55 and older, to take proactive steps in understanding and maintaining cognitive wellness.
A child's family income and the neighborhood they grow up in may play a much bigger role in brain development than previously believed, according to a new study published in Science. Researchers at Washington University in the United States analyzed brain scans from nearly 12,000 children aged 9 to...