Health

One of the most widely known risks linked to the COVID-19 vaccine is myocarditis, especially in young males — and now a new Stanford study has shed some light on why this rare effect can occur.Myocarditis, which is inflammation of the heart, occurs in about one in 140,000 people who receive the first dose of the vaccine and one in 32,000 after the second dose, according to a Stanford press […]

Cannabis has been linked to some significant medical benefits, but recent research calls those into question.A major new analysis published in JAMA examined more than 2,500 scientific papers from the last 15 years, including other reviews, clinical trials and guidelines focused on medical marijuana."While many people turn to cannabis seeking relief, our review highlights significant gaps between public perception and scientific evidence regarding its effectiveness for most medical conditions," Dr. […]

The holidays are known to be a source of stress, between traveling, preparing for family gatherings and indulging in lots of food and drinks.The uptick of activity can actually put a strain on the heart, a phenomenon known as "holiday heart syndrome."Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Jeremy London addressed this elevated risk in a recent Instagram post, sharing how heart attacks consistently rise around the holidays.TREATING GUM DISEASE COULD REDUCE RISK OF […]

Flu season is among us, and a new strain has emerged as a major threat.Influenza A H3N2, or the subclade K variant, has been detected as the culprit in rising global cases, including in the U.S.In an interview with Fox News Digital, Dr. Neil Maniar, professor of public health practice at Boston’s Northeastern University, shared details on the early severity of this emerging strain.MAJOR MEASLES OUTBREAK LEADS TO HUNDREDS QUARANTINED […]

As snow blanketed parts of the U.S. this week, heart health experts have shared warnings of the physical strain shoveling can take — particularly for older adults.A 2025 Mayo Clinic review found that just 10 minutes of heavy snow shoveling can push the heart to about 97% of its maximum rate. Exposure to cold air was also found to increase blood pressure and reduce coronary blood flow.While there isn’t an […]

More than three-quarters of the global population is falling short on omega-3 intake, a nutrient gap that may increase the risk of heart disease, cognitive decline, inflammation and vision problems.That's according to an analysis published in Nutrition Research Reviews, in which researchers from the University of East Anglia, the University of Southampton and Holland & Barrett analyzed omega-3 intake patterns across multiple countries and age groups.The review found that 76% […]

Chronic lateness is known to be a common annoyance, often leading to strain within relationships, experts have confirmed.And for some people who struggle to be on time, the reasons may go far beyond poor planning.Psychotherapist and author Jonathan Alpert told Fox News Digital that chronic lateness often stems from a combination of psychological patterns and neurobiological factors that people may not realize are influencing them.ALWAYS RUNNING LATE? A MENTAL HEALTH […]

Comedian Amy Schumer, 44, has recently come clean about her struggle with Cushing’s syndrome, leading to a dramatic weight loss.Schumer's transformation has sparked conversation online, to which she responded in a now-deleted Instagram post that shut down speculation about cosmetic enhancements."I didn’t lose 30lbs — I lost 50," she emphasized on social media, adding that she does not get Botox or filler.AMY SCHUMER DROPPED 50 POUNDS TO BATTLE DISEASE THAT […]

Eight energy drinks per day may lead to serious health consequences, recent research suggests.A relatively healthy man in his 50s suffered a stroke from the overconsumption of unnamed energy beverages, according to a scientific paper published in the journal BMJ Case Reports by doctors at Nottingham University Hospitals in the U.K.The unnamed man was described as "normally fit and well," but was experiencing left-side weakness, numbness and ataxia, also known […]